Chlorophylle and Helico Secours Solidarity Cooperative: A Partnership to Save Lives

23 mars 2026

RECCO® Technology for Safer Expeditions

Saguenay, March 23, 2026 - At Chlorophylle, we believe adventure should always go hand in hand with safety. That’s why we have already been integrating RECCO® technology into some of our clothing and accessories for outdoor enthusiasts for several years now. This detection system makes it easier to locate people lost in the forest, an essential advancement for the safety of hikers, skiers, and adventurers of all kinds.

A Partnership That Makes a Difference

Since June 2022, the Helico Secours solidarity cooperative has been responsible for the exclusive operation of RECCO® helicopter detection technology in Quebec and Eastern Canada. This strategic partnership with Chlorophylle aims to make the outdoors safer and more accessible to everyone, while supporting search and rescue operations.

"During a rescue operation, every minute counts. The main challenge often lies in locating individuals. With RECCO®, we can scan a square kilometre in just six minutes, compared to several hours with a ground team. This efficiency is crucial and can make all the difference between life and death." - Alain Vallières, General Manager of Helico Secours.

A Concrete Commitment to the Safety of Outdoor Enthusiasts

For 45 years, the Quebec brand Chlorophylle, proudly based in Saguenay, has played an active role in prevention and safety in natural settings. To date, 7,343 people wear the RECCO reflector on their Chlorophylle clothing. "Our mission is to offer high-performance, accessible, and safe clothing. With this partnership, we want every outdoor enthusiast to be able to enjoy their activities with peace of mind, knowing they have an effective rescue system in place should the unexpected happen." - says Manon Rivard, Communications Director at Chlorophylle.

Technology Adapted for Hikers

Chlorophylle integrates RECCO® technology into backpacks and jackets designed for hikers and skiers. This equipment allows outdoor enthusiasts to be better prepared and more easily located in the event of an emergency. Since the pandemic, the use of natural spaces has increased significantly, but often without better preparation on the part of adventurers. RECCO® technology provides an effective solution to this challenge.

How Does RECCO® Work?

1. The RECCO® detector emits a directional radar signal.
2. When it encounters a RECCO® reflector built into a piece of clothing or accessory, the signal is bounced back to the detector.
3. The closer the detector gets to the reflector, the stronger the signal, allowing rescuers to quickly locate the victim.

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Source : Alain Vallières