London Search & Rescue

London Search & Rescue The London Search and Rescue team was founded in 2002. LSAR assists the London, Strathroy-Caradoc, Aylmer, and St.

We are comprised of highly skilled volunteers trained in Ground Search and Rescue to locate lost or missing persons in a 150 km radius of London, Ontario. Thomas Police Services and the OPP in the search and rescue of lost or injured persons across Middlesex County. Members of LSAR have been trained in First Aid, Basic and Advanced Search and Rescue, Rope Rescue, Man Tracking and many other areas

of expertise to effectively assist on searches. Our volunteers are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Throughout the year, London Search and Rescue also provides a safety program to local primary schools & youth groups, such as Brownie/Scout troops. Our program consists of a video on survival (Hug-A-Tree by the RCMP) if lost in the wilderness, along with a presentation by our members on the prevention of getting lost and how to make the find much easier for searchers. Our members participate in this program strictly on a volunteer basis. We feel that this program is critical to the well being of the children in our community, as well as their families.

05/15/2026
Tomorrow, we will be participating in the City of London’s Emergency Preparedness Day at Fanshawe College from 9:00 a.m....
05/08/2026

Tomorrow, we will be participating in the City of London’s Emergency Preparedness Day at Fanshawe College from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This free, family-friendly event is a great opportunity to meet first responders and community organizations, explore emergency vehicles and equipment, and learn more about how to prepare for emergencies in our community.

Our team will be there to talk about volunteer search and rescue, emergency preparedness, wilderness safety, and the important role trained volunteers play in supporting our community during missing person searches and emergency incidents.

Stop by, say hello, and learn more about what we do and how you can help keep yourself and your family prepared. We look forward to seeing you there!

📍 Fanshawe College
🗓 Saturday, May 9, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

For more information about the event:
City of London Emergency Preparedness Day

04/06/2026

This is what preparation looks like.

Happy Easter from all of us at London Search and Rescue.While we might be best known for finding people, it turns out we...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter from all of us at London Search and Rescue.

While we might be best known for finding people, it turns out we’re pretty good at finds the Easter Bunny too.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing holiday filled good times, good company, and maybe a few well-hidden eggs.

04/05/2026

Out in the field, putting skills to the test. Nights like this are where confidence is built, teamwork is strengthened, and readiness becomes second nature.

London Search and Rescue came together for our Annual Honours and Awards Evening to recognize the dedication and commitm...
04/03/2026

London Search and Rescue came together for our Annual Honours and Awards Evening to recognize the dedication and commitment of our team.
We were proud to celebrate members reaching service milestones:
3 Years
Clayton Cyril MacNeil, Ian McIntyre, Kirsty Bell, Matthew Collins, Paul Féron, Scott Jones, Valerie King
6 Years
Manfred Jendrosch, Susan Patricia LeBlanc
9 Years
Krys Johnston, Mike Thibault, Paul Michael Davies
We also recognized outstanding service hour achievements:
100 Hours
John Wolnik, Antwan Chnkdji
250 Hours
Kate Mitchell, Matthew Collins, Scott Jones, Tammy Boyer
750 Hours
Clayton Cyril MacNeil
1,000 Hours
Laurie Crouchman, Susan Patricia LeBlanc, Susan Phillips
2,500+ Hours
Sandy Mason (2,500), Maggie Boon (3,000), Brad Matushewski (4,000), Bart Sherman (11,000), Janelle Coultes (12,500)
We also recognized recipients of the Ontario Volunteer Service Award:
Mike Guest (5 years) and David Skelly (10 years), along with Votes of Thanks to Clayton MacNeil and Byron Legion for their unwavering support.
These milestones represent thousands of volunteer hours and a shared commitment to serving our community.
Thank you to all of our members for the work you do.

With extreme cold impacting our region, winter conditions can become dangerous faster than many people expect. London Se...
01/24/2026

With extreme cold impacting our region, winter conditions can become dangerous faster than many people expect. London Search and Rescue is always ready to respond, in all weather, but preparation is key to staying safe.

This is how our teams dress and plan for cold-weather operations and how you can too:

🧥 Layer properly

Base layer: moisture-wicking (keeps sweat off your skin)

Mid layer: insulation like fleece or wool

Outer layer: windproof and waterproof

🧤 Protect exposed areas

Warm hat or toque

Insulated gloves or mitts

Neck gaiter or scarf

Proper winter boots with warm socks

⚠️ Cold weather tips

Avoid cotton. It traps moisture and increases heat loss

Add or remove layers before you start sweating

Carry extra warm layers when outdoors

Let someone know your plan and return time

Our volunteers train to operate in harsh winter conditions so we can be there when people need help most. Respect the cold, plan ahead, and dress for the worst-case scenario.

Stay warm. Stay prepared. Stay safe.

Our team recently took part in Stop the Bleed training through the London Health Sciences Centre Trauma Program. This ha...
01/23/2026

Our team recently took part in Stop the Bleed training through the London Health Sciences Centre Trauma Program. This hands-on course teaches essential skills to recognize and control life-threatening bleeding using techniques like direct pressure, tourniquets, and wound packing. Knowledge like this can make a real difference in critical moments before an ambulance arrives.

A big thank you to the LHSC team for delivering such practical, life-saving training. Learn more about the program here: https://www.lhsc.on.ca/trauma/stop-the-bleed

We would like to congratulate our very own Bart on receiving one of Canada’s national honours for volunteer service, the...
01/19/2026

We would like to congratulate our very own Bart on receiving one of Canada’s national honours for volunteer service, the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers, presented on behalf of the Governor General of Canada.

Bart’s service reflects the very best of what volunteerism in Canada represents. He has demonstrated sustained commitment, professionalism, and a deep sense of responsibility to the communities he serves. His contributions extend well beyond any single role and are marked by consistency, reliability, and a willingness to step forward whenever he is needed.

This national recognition by the Governor General of Canada speaks not only to Barton’s personal achievement, but also to the values we strive to uphold as a team: service, integrity, and leadership without expectation of recognition.

Please join us in congratulating Bart on this well-deserved honour.

01/18/2026

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