Canadian Coast Guard to hold dedication ceremony for new Search and Rescue Lifeboat, the CCGS Groswater Bay

September 14, 2026 – Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador – National Defence / Canadian Coast Guard

Media are invited to the Bay of Islands Yacht Club in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, for the dedication of the Search and Rescue Lifeboat, Canadian Coast Guard Ship Groswater Bay. Philip Earle, Member of Parliament for Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence will be in attendance along with Gary Ivany, Assistant Commissioner for the Canadian Coast Guard’s Atlantic Region, and community members.

When: September 16, 2026 at 10:30 am NDT

Where: Bay of Islands Yacht Club, 25 Pikes Avenue, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador

What: A media availability, photo opportunity, and ship tour will follow remarks.

Notes to editor

Media must register by Tuesday, September 15 at noon, NDT. Please send your name and outlet by email to: mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca.

Media are asked to arrive at 10:15 am NDT. The ceremony will take place outdoors. Closed toe shoes are mandatory for the vessel tour.