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What is SARSCENE?

• SARSCENE, an annual workshop, is Canada's only national event for all search and rescue professionals. It is an annual conference featuring presentations from Canadian and International experts, over 50 exhibits, demonstrations, games, tours and special events.

Where and when will SARSCENE 2004 take place?

• Calgary, Alberta, at the Hyatt Regency Calgary Map
• October 13-16, 2004
  

What will I see at SARSCENE 2004?

You will see presentations about such topics as:

• Prevention
• Interoperability and technology
• Cooperation between paid and volunteer SAR providers
• Leadership in SAR
• Success stories in SAR
• New Search and Rescue Initiatives Fund (NIF)
• COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system
• SAR in other countries

• You will also see search and rescue demonstrations showcasing SAR techniques and technology.

• There will be over 50 exhibits with information on new products and technologies.

Who attends SARSCENE?

• SARSCENE attracts 600 to 700 participants from across Canada and internationally, including federal government representatives (Canadian Coast Guard, Department of National Defence, Meteorological Service of Canada, Parks Canada, RCMP and Transport Canada); provincial and municipal agencies and police involved in SAR operations; volunteers from ground, air and marine search and rescue teams; international SAR providers; canine handlers; and others.

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