Transportation Emergency Rescue Committee Canada (TERC Canada)

Overview

The Transportation Emergency Rescue Committee Canada (TERC Canada) is a nonprofit organization serving as the leading authority on vehicle rescue in Canada. Its mission is to provide guidance and information to emergency services responding to transportation-related emergencies.

Activities and Mission

TERC Canada focuses on offering education, awareness, direct training opportunities, and technical support to emergency services across Canada, North America, and worldwide. It is recognized by the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) and collaborates with the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) in an advisory role for their Technical Rescue Committee.

Operations and Events

The organization facilitates learning symposiums and "Vehicle Rescue Challenges" to enhance the skills of emergency services personnel. These events focus on rescuer and patient safety, the latest extrication techniques, innovations in extrication tools, and updates on new vehicle technologies. TERC Canada strives to maintain its position as a leading authority in vehicle rescue by sharing knowledge, providing hands-on training, and collaborating with its counterpart in the United States.

Governance and Membership

TERC Canada operates as a Not-for-Profit corporation with a duly elected executive board and working committees comprising participating members. It also includes manufacturers and supporters who actively contribute to its objectives. The organization is a member of the World Rescue Organization.

Collaborations

TERC Canada collaborates closely with other organizations, including TERC USA, to advance vehicle rescue practices through education and innovation. Its efforts are geared toward improving response capabilities in transportation emergencies, ensuring that Canadian emergency services remain at the forefront of vehicle rescue techniques and safety standards.