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800 km, 8 days, and $235,000 

800 km, 8 days, and $235,000 

Archana Cini, Lookout Newspaper  —  The 2025 Wounded Warriors B.C. Run Concludes There is no better fuel than purpose when running 800 kilometres in just 8 days. An unforgettable adventure across Vancouver Island, the Wounded Warrior Run BC 2025 brought together a team of 18 Canadians (eight runners and ten support staff) to raise funds for […]

Vancouver Island’s MUSAR team ready for anything

Vancouver Island’s MUSAR team ready for anything

The MUSAR team at CFB Esquimalt, comprising a diverse group of military personnel, rigorously trains for various disaster scenarios, including earthquakes and landslides. Despite the demanding nature of their work, the team finds fulfillment in their mission, maintaining operational continuity and safety on Vancouver Island. Their specialized training and equipment enable effective and precise rescue operations.

<strong>MUSAR team trains for ‘the big one’</strong>

MUSAR team trains for ‘the big one’

Wearing safety equipment, six members of CFB Esquimalt’s Medium Urban Search and Rescue (MUSAR) team train for a search and rescue operation in a make-believe disaster scenario.