Media Advisory – Minister Olszewski to make an announcement related to Canada’s search and rescue system

EDMONTON, AB, March 17, 2026 /CNW/ – Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, for an announcement to highlight the Government of Canada’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and modernize search and rescue capabilities nationwide, including opportunities for partners to participate.

A media availability will follow.

Event: In-person and indoor event

Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. (MDT)

Location: 

The Venue (Foyer)

River Cree Resort and Casino

300 East Lapotac Boulevard

Enoch, Edmonton, Alberta

Accredited media representatives must arrive 20 minutes in advance of the event to sign-in and present photo ID and credentials. Photo ID must be visible at all times.

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