Name Change

With the launch of our new Search and Rescue Vessel in the Fall of 2024 we are also excited to officially announce our name change to Oakville Marine Search and Rescue (OMSAR). This rebranding process has been ongoing throughout 2024, following an extensive consultation period with both the Membership and Town of Oakville. While the new name more accurately reflects our current scope of service, the new logo maintains a link to TOWARF’s 70 years of service of which we are so proud.

Our Mission remains the same, Saving Lives on Western Lake Ontario. This rebranding strengthens our ability to communicate this mission and reinforces our identity as a volunteer-led organization.

The new name and logo will be rolling out in a phased manner across our various platforms over the coming months, everyone at Oakville Marine Search and Rescue is excited to kick off the 2025 season with our new identity.

We will be transitioning from TOWARF.com to OMSAR.ca but for now both will be available.

REBRANDING

With the launch of our new Search and Rescue Vessel in the Fall of 2024 we are also excited to officially announce our name change to Oakville Marine Search and Rescue (OMSAR). This rebranding process has been ongoing throughout 2024, following an extensive consultation period with both the Membership and Town of Oakville. While the new name more accurately reflects our current scope of service, the new logo maintains a link to TOWARF’s 70 years of service of which we are so proud.

Our Mission remains the same, Saving Lives on Western Lake Ontario. This rebranding strengthens our ability to communicate this mission and reinforces our identity as a volunteer-led organization.

The new name and logo will be rolling out in a phased manner across our various platforms over the coming months, everyone at Oakville Marine Search and Rescue is excited to kick off the 2025 season with our new identity.

We will be transitioning from TOWARF.com to OMSAR.ca but for now both will be available.

PCCC Contact Request Confirmation

Your message has been sent. Thanks for your interest in the TOWARF PCCC programme. You will be contacted by the Coast Watchers Committee. A TOWARF Boating Safety Specialists to arrange a time for your Pleasure Craft Courtesy Check.

Membership Contact Request Confirmation

Your message has been sent. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with TOWARF. You will be contacted by the Membership Committee.

Coast Watcher Contact Request Confirmation

Your message has been sent. Thanks for your interest in TOWARF Coast Watchers programme. You will be contacted by the Coast Watchers Committee.

Contact Request Confirmation

Your message has been sent. Thanks for your interest in TOWARF. You will be contacted by the Webmaster as quickly as possible.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This is only for routine correspondence. It is not monitored 24/7. For marine emergencies contact Trenton Joint Rescue Coordination Centre at 800-267-7270

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