Our volunteer crew is are part of the Province of BC's - ‘Public Safety Lifeline Volunteers’ who are typically found in rural and semi-rural areas as Road Rescue responding groups. We are 100% volunteer (no paid-on-call) and our crew members were recently certified to NFPA 1006 (Ch 8) standard for common vehicle extrication and will renew our Ropes certification in 2026/27 season.
In 2024/25 operations the crew spent approximately (427) hours training to develop their specialized technical skills in rope rescues and extrication. They also posted (350) hours responding to calls along Hwy#1 & 97B.
The personal commitment of our members to continuously improve and develop their specialized technical skills is accomplished through strong leadership and focused training programs. EVRS responds with confidence, competence and professionalism serving our communities and those travelling through.
Our Board is made up of community members who are committed to strong leadership, accountability and public service. Each person has deep roots in the community and a shared commitment to support our crew. Like the crew we are also 100% volunteers.
Board members bring a wide range of skills and lived experiences that provides strategic direction and oversight ensuring that Eagle Valley Rescue Society operates safely, ethically and in alignment with its mission and vision.
Through responsible and transparent decision-making along with a collective vision, the members of EVRS are a trusted, reliable service for for travellers in Sicamous and surrounding communities along the roadways that intersect our region.