| Canadian Coast Guard | news releases
The Canadian Coast Guard’s (CCG) annual Arctic summer operational season is underway. In total, seven CCG icebreakers are scheduled to deploy from June into November to support northern communities, operational and program commitments, and sovereignty in the Arctic.
| Canadian Coast Guard | news releases
The Canadian Coast Guard is warning mariners to use extreme caution and prioritize safety on the Mackenzie River due to low water levels, specifically between Wrigley Harbour on Great Slave Lake and the entrance of the Aklavik Channel (Mile 952) near Inuvik.
| Canadian Coast Guard | news releases
For almost 50 years, the Canadian Coast Guard has bestowed the title of Honorary Chief Commissioner to the Governor General of Canada. During today’s ceremony at the Canadian Coast Guard Base in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, was officially welcomed as Honorary Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Coast Guard.
| Canadian Coast Guard | statements
Today, the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer published its report, titled The Polar Icebreaker Project: 2024 Update, on the procurement of two Polar Icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard. We welcome this report because it provides us with valuable data that will support our goal of investing every taxpayer dollar in the best way.
| Canadian Coast Guard | media advisories
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador – On behalf of the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, Mario Pelletier, Commissioner, Canadian Coast Guard, will participate in a special event to celebrate the Canadian Coast Guard’s new Honorary Chief Commissioner, Her Excellency the Right Honorable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada.
| Canadian Coast Guard | backgrounders
By tradition, the Canadian Coast Guard invites a civilian to sponsor a vessel for its well-being and continued service, and to wish the vessel “good luck.” For the first time in its history, the Canadian Coast Guard was proud to have three sponsors for the CCGS Cadboro Bay at its dedication ceremony on June 25, 2024.
| Canadian Coast Guard | news releases
The Canadian Coast Guard plays an essential role in ensuring the safety of mariners and protection of Canada’s marine environment. Through the $3.5 billion Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada is supporting that work and improving marine safety and protecting Canada’s waters and coasts today, and for the future.
| Canadian Coast Guard | news releases
As neighbouring maritime nations, Canada and the United States have long shared knowledge, experience, and best practices on a wide range of coast guard services that help keep our collective mariners safe and protect our coasts and waterways.
| Canadian Coast Guard | news releases
The Canadian Coast Guard’s Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS), formerly known as the Inshore Rescue Boat North (IRBN) station, in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, is now open for the season.
| Canadian Coast Guard | news releases
For almost six decades, the Canadian Coast Guard College has been offering specialized marine training to talented individuals from across Canada. The Canadian Coast Guard College ensures students receive excellent instruction and develop the necessary skills to serve as Ship’s Officers with the Canadian Coast Guard.
