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PRESENTATION REGARDING PROJECT LIFESAVER
K. Hughston, co-founder of Project Lifesaver Simcoe provided a presentation regarding Project Lifesaver. Ms. Hughston explained that Project Lifesaver uses technology in the form of a watch-sized bracelet to assist emergency services to track vulnerable residents with a tendency to wander.
Ms. Hughston discussed slides concerning the following topics:
• An overview of Project Lifesaver initiatives throughout Ontario;
• The rationale for developing the Project Lifesaver program in Simcoe County;
• A listing of partners and supporters of Project Lifesaver in the County;
• Photographs of Project Lifesaver equipment including bracelets and receivers;
• An overview of costs for residents to participate in the Project Lifesaver program; and
• Email contact information for Project Lifesaver Simcoe.
In closing, Ms. Hughston detailed the next steps for Project Lifesaver Simcoe and noted that the launch is scheduled for May 7, 2018.
The Committee asked questions regarding the information provided and received responses from the Ms. Hughston.