Even Project Lifesaver impacted by tariffs
Earlier this week, we told you about the successes with Project Lifesaver locally.
But one challenge is the impact of tariffs.
The program uses body worn radio transmitters to help police quickly locate missing people of all ages with cognitive disorders.
“Since new Ontario agencies will have to manage procurement of Project Lifesaver supplies amidst the current challenges of importing goods efficiently and economically from the US, I have taken the initiative to reach out to the other Ontario agencies to see if we can find an Ontario solution to our collective supply chain needs,” says Stan French with BAYSAR Search and Rescue. “The more we can remove barriers to providing this cost effective, life saving service, the better current agencies will function and the easier it will be for new agencies to provide Project Lifesaver.”
Project Lifesaver launched locally with the North Bay Police Service in Nov. 2020 and later expanded to include Ontario Provincial Police in North Bay and Nipissing West.
The OPP also launched the program in West Parry Sound and Almaguin Highlands in July 2024.
Richard Coffinhttps://www.mynorthbaynow.com/Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years. From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a variety of topics including healthcare, education, politics, sports and more.
