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FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures - British Columbia - Canada
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FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures

Equipment support for high-angle rescue teams
Offered by
British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA)
Official source: bccsa.ca
Latest source update
Last Update: September 16, 2026
Latest change: The FIN 1 equipment reimbursement procedures now specify eligible fire departments, approved equipment standards, required application materials, and a one-time reimbursement cap of $11,600 plus GST and PST reimbursement.
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FIN 1 reimbursement guidance updated
The FIN 1 equipment reimbursement procedures now specify that reimbursement is for THARRP-funded fire departments with one or more candidates who have successfully completed the required training, and that eligible equipment must meet current NFPA standards. Substitutions require prior Steering Committee approval through the THARRP portal, and applications must include original receipts and an itemized invoice. The guidance also confirms a one-time maximum reimbursement of $11,600 for rope rescue equipment, with GST and PST reimbursed in addition; higher amounts require prior consultation and approval.
Funding available
$ 11,600
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply

Participating fire departments.

See full eligibility

Overview

The Technical High Angle Rope Rescue Program supports fire departments in British Columbia that prepare for technical rope and tower crane rescue operations. It helps fund initial rope rescue equipment packages and supports rescue planning for high-angle work.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop team skills
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 11,600 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Documents Needed

  • Original receipts.
  • An itemized invoice for the purchased rescue equipment.

Official resources

Official page

THARR Program - BCCSA

Program guide

ADM 2 - Responsibility to Provide Rope Rescue Service

FIN 1 Equipment COST Reimbursement Procedures

Opening and Filling in Forms FAQs - BCCSA

Supporting document

TRG1 Training Provider Requirements

Other relevant PDF

Technical HIGH Angle ROPE Rescue Program - Standard Operating Procedures

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Participating fire departments.

Eligible expenses

  • Initial rope rescue equipment purchase costs.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Substitute equipment not found on the list without prior approval by the Steering Committee.

Eligible geographic areas

  • British Columbia

How to apply

  • Submit a special request through the THARRP portal for substitute equipment reimbursement.
  • Include the reasons for the substitution in the request to the Steering Committee.
  • Wait for approval from the Steering Committee before purchasing non-approved equipment.

Additional information

  • The program is administered by the BCCSA and overseen by the THARRP Steering Committee.
  • THARRP is a train-the-trainer program for technical high angle rope rescue.

Contacts

tharrp@bccsa.ca
604-636-3675

Frequently Asked Questions about the FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures Program

What is the FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures?

The Technical High Angle Rope Rescue Program supports fire departments in British Columbia that prepare for technical rope and tower crane rescue operations. It helps fund initial rope rescue equipment packages and supports rescue planning for high-angle work.

How much funding can be received?

FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures Funds up to $11,600 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures program?

To be eligible for the FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures program, you must: The applicant must be a fire department. Applications are also accepted from departments that want to form a regional rescue team.

Who can I contact for more information about the FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures?

You can contact British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA) by email at tharrp@bccsa.ca or by phone at 604-636-3675.

Where is the FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures available?

The FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures a grant, loan, or tax credit?

FIN 1 — Equipment Cost Reimbursement Procedures is a Grant and Funding