Since then, Russell has become an advocate for marine safety and started the Labrador Coalition For Search And Rescue. “The first thing I want to ask them to do is to frame a photo of the Labrador search and rescue black zone and put it in their office and ask questions that challenge the status quo on search and rescue in Labrador,” Russell said. Liberal candidate Philip Earle said in a statement that establishing a primary search and rescue site in Labrador will be one of his top and most urgent priorities if elected. Conservative Candidate Ella Wallace said in a statement that she recognizes how vital marine search and rescue is to the people of Labrador. “The feds have really failed to invest in Labrador,” Russell said.