BC Road Rescue is an organized service with members who may be requested to provide support to people involved in out-of-jurisdiction motor vehicle accidents where specialized skills and equipment are required. Responders attend over 2,000 motor vehicle accidents annually across the province. Under the road rescue organization, teams provide vehicle extrication, rope rescue and other specialized rescue services to help protect BC’s travelling public.

BC Road Rescue service providers across the province include:

• 118 Fire Departments
• 11 Road Rescue Societies
• 8 Search and Rescue teams

Road Rescue service providers maintain an on-going competency program that includes safety and training techniques for accessing people who may be trapped in a vehicle or machinery. Training may also include: hazardous material awareness, embankment rescue, fire suppression and First Responder training.

For more information about becoming a Road Rescue service provider, please contact your municipality or regional district.