Recruiting for 2008 is now closed.
Please continium checking our website for updates and if you would like to be notified of our 2009 Information Night and recruitment process or email us at join2009@calsara.com.

Because training new volunteer searchers involves a lot of time, money and resources, Calgary Search and Rescue Association recruits volunteers no more than once a year. All applicants must complete an application, apply for a security check and attend an interview. Approximately 40% of applicants were accepted in 2007.

We accept only enthusiastic people who are willing to commit to training twice a month, a committee meeting once a month, plus events and searches. A search is an emergency and can happen at any time. Our volunteers need to be ready to be deployed into the field at a moment's notice.

We are looking for volunteers with the following criteria:
  • Over 18 years old
  • Dedicated to helping people in distress
  • Willing to attend two regular training sessions a month, plus meetings and searches
  • Standard first aid certificate (current within six months of expiry)
  • Good physical condition!
  • A team player
  • Volunteer oriented
  • No criminal record
  • COMMITMENT!!!


    • Frequently Asked Questions Got questions? Read our Recruiting FAQ

    The 2008 Recruiting Process:

    The following are the dates for the 2008 Recruitment and New Member Training:

    Thursday, February 21th, 7pm to 9pm. Information Night and Open House, interview registration (Info session to start at 7:30)

    Saturday February 23rd - 9am to 5pm : Interviews and selection
    Tuesday February 26th - Notification of interview results
    Thursday April 17th - 7pm to 10pm : Recruit Training
    Thursday April 24st - 7pm to 10pm : Recruit Training
    Saturday April 26th - 8am to 5pm : Recruit Training
    Sunday April 27th - 8am to 5pm : Recruit Training
    Thursday May 1st - 7pm to 10pm : Recruit Training
    Saturday May 3rd - 8am to 5pm : Optional Training
    Saturday May 10/11 - 8am Sat to 5pm Sun : Recruit Wilderness Training
    Graduation: Thursday May 15th 7pm

    The Information Night is a chance for you to come to CALSARA's base and find out more about what we do and what you can expect. On this night you can also book your interview time.

    You absolutely MUST be able to make the interview and all of the recruit training dates shown in red text. (The only exception is May 3rd, which is optional).

    Both the Open House and the interviews are held at our base (Bay 16, 5935 35th Street SE, Calgary). If you have any further questions about joining, please email us at: join2009@calsara.com

    Application Forms and Information Package
    Current application forms and information package can be downloaded below
     

    over CALSARA Recruitment Information

    over CALSARA Waiver Form

    over Application Form

    over Security Clearance Form


    Transfers from other SAR teams
    If you are currently a member of another ground Search team, and want to transfer to CALSARA, please email join2009@calsara.com or page (403) 717-6207 to discuss your situation and qualifications.

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