Total Prepare provides search and rescue emergency supplies, food and water to Search and Rescue teams throughout Canada. Search and Rescue organizations stand at the forefront of emergency response, committed to saving lives in some of the most dangerous and unpredictable conditions imaginable. Whether navigating rugged terrain, responding to urban disasters, or coordinating recovery in extreme weather, SAR professionals face high-stakes environments that demand absolute readiness. For these organizations, ensuring that both field teams and command units are fully equipped, trained, and supported is essential to mission success. That’s where Total Prepare comes in – A Proven Partner in Crisis Response.
For over a decade, we have built a strong reputation among emergency professionals, municipalities, and first responders across Canada. We have equipped Search and Rescue organizations from coast to coast to coast with the right preparedness solutions for their operation. Based in Victoria, British Columbia, we understand regional hazards, logistical complexities, and the intense demands placed on SAR organizations. Contact us for Emergency Preparedness supplies for Search and Rescue teams throughout Canada.
Supplying the Right Equipment for Critical Missions
Search and Rescue organizations often operate in environments where access to power, clean water, shelter, and communication tools is limited. Whether you’re a responder stocking ready bag or a base commander supplying coordination centre, we offer high-quality, field-tested gear that meets these exact needs. This catalog includes:
- Meals, Ready-to-Eat: These self-contained, high-calorie food packets are specifically designed to provide quick, nutritious, hot meals in the field, without the need for cooking facilities or extensive preparation.
- Compact Food Rations: Long-lasting and able to withstand extreme conditions, these bars provide three days’ worth of calories per pack – ideal for ready bags or extended deployments.
- Water Filtration and Purification solutions: ensuring that potable water is always available, no matter the location.
- Scalable First Aid Kits: From portable personal kits to large-scale trauma stations, our medical kits are designed in compliance with provincial and federal guidelines and are suitable for both high-risk environments and remote operations with limited access to advanced care.
- Shelter and Warming Solutions: From mylar blankets and bivy sacks to hand warmers and emergency ponchos, we provide portable gear that keeps responders safe from the elements.
- Lighting and Communication devices: In low-visibility or night-time conditions, visibility and communication are paramount. We stock headlamps, flashlights, light sticks, radios, and whistles to keep teams connected and operational.
- Vehicle Emergency Kits: Many SAR operations require travel into isolated regions. Our vehicle kits help teams stay safe during unexpected breakdowns or delays in harsh environments.
- Portable Sanitation and Hygiene facilities: An oft overlooked component of emergency preparedness, we supply portable toilets and personal hygiene supplies that are ideal for base command.
Building Resilience in the SAR Community
We understand that SAR organizations – particularly volunteer or hybrid units – operate under tight budgets and rely on community support. Through our Employee Purchasing Program, we offer discounts to a wide range of professionals and volunteers, not only as a token of gratitude for the invaluable services they provide, but to facilitate individual resilience and the peace-of-mind that comes with knowing their families and homes are prepared, so staff are better equipped to serve their communities in times of crisis.
A Trusted Ally in the Field
For Search and Rescue organizations, success depends on preparation, coordination, and having the right tools at the right time. We bring all of these elements together with high-quality products, expert support, and flexible solutions that align with real-world demands. Whether responding to a missing hiker, local avalanche or a national emergency, SAR teams can rely on us to help them operate at their highest potential.
Total Prepare is more than just a supplier – we are a dedicated partner in helping Search and Rescue organizations meet the challenges of their critical missions. From essential field gear to reliable emergency supplies, our solutions are carefully selected to match the realities SAR teams face in the field. We understand the urgency, the risks, and the logistical hurdles involved in crisis response, and we work closely with our partners to ensure they have the right tools, training support, and resources when and where they need them. Whether it’s outfitting an entire unit or supporting individual responders through our purchasing programs, Total Prepare is committed to strengthening the capabilities and confidence of those who protect our communities – so they can focus on what matters most: saving lives.
Connect with the team at Total Prepare to discuss your needs for search and rescue emergency supplies and learn how we can help.