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Planning underway for SARSCENE 2008
On the heels of last year’s conference in Victoria, British Columbia and for the second time in its history, SARSCENE will be held in St John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. SARSCENE 2008 will take place from October 15 to 18, 2008 and will be co-hosted by the Newfoundland and Labrador Search and Rescue Association (NLSARA), and the Department of Justice, Newfoundland and Labrador. Harry Blackmore, President of SARVAC and NLSARA, promises a unique Newfoundland experience for all SARSCENE participants. Many activities are planned to give conference delegates the opportunity to see the sights, including an outing on George Street.
This year’s conference theme, Strengthening Partnerships, highlights the importance of building and strengthening relationships between the agencies, organizations and individuals that have a role in search and rescue (SAR) response, support or prevention. The program for 2008 will include returning speakers as well as many new presentations to complement the theme of partnerships. To suggest a presentation, discussion, panel or training session, and for all related inquiries, call 1-800-727-9414 or e-mail sarscene@nss.gc.ca. SARSCENE Exhibit Hall An important component of the conference is the Exhibit Hall where exhibitors showcase their products and services to the SAR community. If you’re interested in having a booth at the conference, please visit the SARSCENE 2008 website at www.nss.gc.ca for more information.
SARSCENE Games Rain or shine, the 2008 SARSCENE games will take place on Wednesday, October 15 at the Rotary Sunshine Park in St. John's, Newfoundland. With the large number of teams in the province, competition is expected to be fierce. The SARSCENE Games is intended to showcase ground SAR, and promote the sharing of skills in a friendly yet competitive environment. The Games typically bring together participants from across Canada, and often internationally. The one-day event consists of a series of six SAR-related challenges that demand cooperation, knowledge and quick thinking by teams of four. There is no registration fee for participants. For more information or to register a team, please contact Carole Smith by telephone at (613) 996-3727 or 1-800-727-9414, by fax at 613-996-3746, or via e-mail at csmith@nss.gc.ca. SARSCENE Games Registration Form is available on the SARSCENE 2008 website at www.nss.gc.ca.
Stephane Bachand is a Communications Officer at the National Search and Rescue Secretariat.
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