Chilliwack Search and Rescue

We WON it!🎉

Last night at the Defender Service Awards gala in California we were officially announced as the winner of the Search & Rescue category, narrowly edging out the equally deserving Pemberton SAR in the final.

Early in 2026 we’ll get to customize a brand-new Land Rover Defender 130 to suit our needs and receive $30,000 USD to help us purchase vital equipment to keep you safe in the backcountry. The Defender will help improve our response capabilities here at home and while providing mutual aid to neighbouring teams.

This win is your win! We asked for your votes and the overwhelming support from our community was truly inspiring.

Thank you’s go out to BC teams and for representing this corner of the SAR world so well during this competition.

Finally, to Land Rover, Chase, and Pelican - thank you for hosting this incredible competition and helping volunteer organizations get the support and resources needed to continue making positive differences in our communities.