Families in North Simcoe now have a powerful new tool to help protect loved ones who may wander due to cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s or Autism. The Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County and supported by Jarlette Health Services, has officially launched Project Lifesaver in the region.
OPP officers gathered at the Tay Township Fire Hall in Victoria Harbour for specialized training in the program’s mobile tracking technology. The initiative equips law enforcement with the tools and techniques to quickly locate registered individuals who go missing—dramatically reducing search times and increasing safety outcomes.
How Project Lifesaver Works
- Participants wear a lightweight wrist transmitter, trackable within a two-kilometre radius
- The signal is monitored 24/7, 365 days a year
- When someone goes missing, trained officers deploy mobile tracking units to locate them swiftly
The program is designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, Autism, or other cognitive conditions that may cause disorientation or wandering.
How to Register
Enrollment is simple and includes:
- Screening to confirm eligibility
- Orientation on equipment and procedures
- Official registration into the program
Visit Project Lifesaver Simcoe for full details and registration forms.
Cost & Support
- There is an initial cost of approximately $500 CAD for the transmitter. Subsidies may be available for qualifying participants.
Important Notes
Project Lifesaver is a valuable supplement—but not a replacement—for responsible caregiving. Participants and caregivers must understand the limitations of radio-locating technology and commit to ongoing involvement.
For more information, visit Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County or Project Lifesaver Simcoe.
