Valley Search and Rescue

05/28/2026

Attending the Kids Parade for Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival 10am in Kentville

We have limited stickers to pass out, made by Panda Print in New Minas and Greenwood

05/28/2026

Members of our team were at CORE Support Services today for their Health and Wellness Fair for Clients and Staff!

Thanks to Ricky and Deidre for showcasing our team and Project Lifesaver Association of Nova Scotia

05/27/2026

An ice fisher reported missing in March has been located deceased.

On March 10 at approximately 11:30 p.m., Annapolis District RCMP and Annapolis Royal Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of two men, ages 73 and 77, who had not returned from ice fishing near Little Brook Ln., Belleisle. One of the missing men was located deceased on March 11.

On May 22, officers responded to a report of a body found on the shore of the Annapolis River near Belleisle. The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service was engaged and confirmed that the remains were those of the second missing ice fisher.

Annapolis County District RCMP appreciated support from Annapolis Royal Volunteer Fire Department and Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department, Annapolis County Ground Search and Rescue, Digby Ground Search and Rescue, the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association (CASARA), Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC), and Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources during the initial search in March and the recent recovery of the second man.

Our thoughts are with both men’s loved ones at this difficult time.

File #: 2026-318014

05/27/2026

Happy Apple Blossom.. this years theme is “The Fabric of the Valley “ and we’ve done some BrandStorming of ideas ..

Quilted Logo, SAR Themed Quilt of Barn Quilt ?

Now who can whip up a quilt before Saturday? lol were joking

Hope to see the Crowds out for Kids Parade 10am Saturday and Grand Street Parade 1pm

Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival

05/25/2026

It hasn’t been a easy week for our Fire Department Brothers and Sister with the loss of life - Alexandur Uichita who died in the line of duty now closer to home with Fire Fighter related Cancer loss of Joel Neily .. our team would like to send our thoughts to both families and friends at this time.

05/17/2026

Let’s Go .. Da Da Da .. Let’s Go

Make sure to grab your HFX Wanderers tickets for their May 23rd match and use link to support Halifax Search and Rescue with every purchase!

Nova Scotia Ground Search and Rescue Association

⚽ Orange meets… blue?! 🧡💙

For the past few years, Halifax Search and Rescue has built a great relationship with HFX Wanderers FC. This year, they’re helping us raise funds for our team!

Here’s the win-win:

Buy a ticket to the May 23 Wanderers match using our link. You’ll enjoy a fun night of soccer, and for every ticket sold, HSAR will receive a donation.

This means you can cheer for the Wanderers and support the volunteers who help people when they need it most.

🎟️ Get your tickets here:

https://wanderers.spinzo.com/?group=first-responders-jc4z&affiliate=search-rescue-bzhg

Invite your friends and family, and wear orange if you have it.

Let’s fill the stands and show our community spirit.

05/14/2026

Today Valley Search and Rescue Project Lifesaver Association of Nova Scotia ESS / Trainers Ricky and John attended the Seniors Expo at Waterville and District Volunteer Fire Department to share info on the program and Ground Search and Rescue efforts

Project Lifesaver International Headquarters
Nova Scotia Ground Search and Rescue Association

Thanks for representing our team and sharing info on a great resource we have for those who tend to wander.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from our team

She knows the heartache, she sees the pain,She finds the sunshine through the rain.A protector by day, a loving mom by night,With a fierce, shining, and beautiful light.

05/09/2026

A few photos from today’s open house courtesy of Members and Community

Once again thanks for those who attended

05/09/2026

Just after packing up from our Open House today our team was activated by Kentville Police Service to assist with finding an individual, thankfully the person was quickly located and Search was stood down.