Safety and Rescue

We’ve teamed with the best in the world.

For nearly 30 years, we've been helping clients to operate safely in high-risk outdoor environments. Logos Wilderness Medical Associates link Rescue 3 International link

Training

The courses we teach are developed and certified by the global leaders in technical rescue and wilderness medicine. This, combined with competitive pricing and exceptional customer service has made us one of Canada’s top trainers.

Equipment

Our suppliers are the leaders in rescue and safety equipment including NRS, Petzl, and Rescue Source. Contact us to discuss your equipment needs.

Standby

Hire certified, insured professionals to manage your standby rescue and safety needs, either as a stand alone resource, or in cooperation with your own safety team.

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Globally Recognized

We are the Canadian agent for Rescue 3 International. Rescue 3’s certifications are recognized in more than 35 countries around the world. We are also the Western Canadian office for Wilderness Medical Associates. With international affiliates on all seven continents, we teach the most widely-recognized wilderness medical curriculum in the world. This means any certification we provide will be recognized as the standard-of-care ... wherever life takes you.

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NFPA Compliant

Of importance to first responders is the fact that our technical rescue courses have been independently audited and found to meet or exceed the rigorous National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards—the de-facto global standard for technical rescue. And through a new partnership with North Vancouver District Fire Services, we are now able to host Pro Board evaluations for swiftwater and technical rope rescue. Ask us how.

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Tailored Training

We teach the all the skills necessary for certification, but we also work with our clients to ensure they understand how these skills relate to the jobs they do. You learn the skills you need to perform your job safely, in the environment in which you work.

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Customer Service

And finally, we strive to provide exceptional customer service at all stages of the training process from inquiry to certification ... or even years down the road if you need some simple advice.

Raven Rescue is the obvious choice to ensure your training program is the best it can be. Find out more about Our Approach.

Take a step toward reducing your risk profile ... contact us today!

Courses

Full Schedule

Upcoming Dates

Feb 13-15, 2012

Swiftwater - Technician (SRT 1)

Feb 13-15, 2011

Swiftwater - Operations

Feb 14-16, 2012

Ice Rescue - Technician

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Technical Rescue Academy

Join us for a unique series of technical rescue courses ... all in one place.  ... at a BIG discount!

Sept. 3 – Oct. 4, 2012
Squamish, BC

Never before have so many top instructors come together in Canada to teach this many technical rescue courses in one place. No matter your level of experience, you will find a variety of courses that challenge and inspire.

  • 4 Core Courses including EMR, Swiftwater Rescue and Technical Rope Rescue
  • 4 Electives including Rescue from Vehicles in Water and Confined Space Awareness
  • Optional ProBoard Evaluations in Swiftwater and Technical Rope
  • Equipment Demo Day and Steak Barbeque

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Fantastic course! Fun and informative ... if school was like this, I'd be a doctor!

Nicholas Carroll, Whitehorse Fire Department

BLOG: The Raven Speaks

IKAR-CISA 2011 Conference Report

January 24, 2012

All you rescue junkies out there will appreciate this video summary of the 2011 International Congress of Mountain Rescue conference hosted last October in Sweden. It is about a half hour long so sit back, relax and enjoy!

IKAR 2011 ÅRE, SWEDEN

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Car in the Water

By Slim Ray, CFS Press

“Oh, God, this car is floating now. I’m going to get off the phone. This car is floating.” With that, Orlando Hudson, a 27-year-old carpenter, clicked off his mobile telephone and disappeared into the rising waters of Brush Creek.

our approach

We believe training should be tailored to the specific needs of each client. While we teach all the skills and knowledge necessary for certification, we approach a course for emergency personnel in an entirely different manner than one for resource managers or outdoor guides.