2025 TERC Regional Vehicle Rescue Challenge

Hosted by the Markham Fire Department and the Markham Fire Extrication Team.

2 Day Event

June 5th – June 6th, 2025

General Information

Due to the fact there have not been any competition since 2019, we would like to make this event as successful as possible. Therefore this year’s competition will be considered an “open competition”. ALL TEAMS ARE WELCOME.

Each team will participate in two challenge pits, Limited & Unlimited pits. The defining factor between the pits is the availability of rescue tools. The Limited Pit presents only hand and pneumatic tools, and the Unlimited Pit, makes available all rescue tools, including heavy hydraulic rescue equipment. The teams have 20 minutes to safely extricate an entrapped a live patient from a simulated vehicle collision. The point scoring is primarily based on the command structure, hazard and scene control, patient and rescuer safety and the techniques used to disentangle the patient.

 

On June 5th, a series of classes will be given in Advanced lifting underride incidents, extrication challenge team development, and possibly more depending on instructor
availability. These classes will be open to any member of a competing team member or those who register as an individual for the training symposium only (information about this event is posted on the schedule pages). Please notify me ASAP, as arrangements must be made months in advance. Space is limited.

Forms & Payment

All Forms and Payments must be received by May 15th 2025.

Please Make checks payable to: “Oakville Fire Extrication Team”
Mail to: 153 Gray Ave. Alliston Ontario, L9R0G5
Attn: Chad Roberts
Email transfers to: chadroberts12@gmail.com

For more information please contact Chad Roberts at (705)309-0943 or email at: chadroberts12@gmail.com

Fee of $750.00, per team. Each extra member will be an additional $50.
Individual Registration for the Training Symposium is $50.

Competition Location

A Special Thanks to David Gold!

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to David Gold for generously allowing us to use his Auto Wrecking Yard for the TERC Regional Competition on June 5th & 6th. David has been a constant supporter of local fire departments, providing his facility for training and skill development. His dedication plays a key role in the success of Auto Extrication in Canada, helping to enhance our abilities and strengthen our community. We are deeply grateful for his continued support and for helping make this competition possible. Thank you, David!

Address: 1216 Sewells Rd, Scarborough, ON M1X 1S1

Accommodations

Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre Spa

8500 Warden Ave., Markham, ON L6G 1A5
905-470-8500

Monte Carlo Inn Suites - Downtown Markham

7255 Warden Ave., Markham, ON L3R 1B4
905-752-2700

Tentative Schedule

Thursday, June 5th

Learning Symposium (Standard Auto Wreckers)

9AM - 4PM

Advanced lifting under-ride incidents with Mike Tesarski from SOCC and Alex Krechowicz from AJ Stone and Paratech.

Extrication challenge team development with TERC Canada judges and instructors.

Food trucks are available on-site for lunch

4pm - 9PM

TERC Canada Regional Rescue Challenge opening ceremonies and
Captains / Medic / Judges meeting. (Location TBD)

Friday, June 6th

limited & unlimited pits (Standard Auto Wreckers)

7AM

Judges & Staff to yard

Noon - 1PM

Lunch Break

8AM - 5PM

Competition Pits

8PM

Pub Night (Location TBD)

Closing ceremonies to follow competition pits and scoring(Standard Auto Wreckers).

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