For Marine Emergencies

VHF 16 or on most cellular phones *16 (dialing 911 will connect you to land emergancy services).

SAR activities are then dispatched through the Joint Rescue Coordination Center in Victoria.

RCC Victoria
Emergency Numbers (24 hour)
Toll free (within region) 1-800-567-5111
Phone +1-250-363-2333

Other Numbers
Fax +1-250-363-2944
Telex 043-52586
Media Calls +1-604-775-8809