The Canadian Coast Guard marked an important milestone in the construction of the Canadian Coast Guard Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship, the Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Sermilik, with the laying of the keel at Irving Shipbuilding Inc. in Halifax, N.S. This new versatile and ice-capable ship will support fisheries enforcement and surveillance missions on Canada’s east coast, including Northwest … Read more
The Canadian Coast Guard announced the official start of construction of its Near-Shore Fishery Research Vessel at Chantier Naval Forillon in Gaspé, Qué., and celebrated the completion of Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Baie de Gaspé, the 10th and final new search and rescue lifeboat built by the shipyard. The full release is available online. Contact Alice.Hansen2@forces.gc.ca.
Liberal MP Chris Malette (Bay of Quinte, Ont.) announced the official opening of the Canadian Coast Guard’s new search and rescue station in Cobourg, Ont. This modern station is strategically located in the Cobourg Harbour, on the north shore of Lake Ontario. The new station represents an investment of $6.8 million. It features a large workshop to … Read more
On June 9, 2025, the Canadian Coast Guard exercised its authority under the Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act to issue an Administrative Monetary Penalty to the owner of two pleasure crafts in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Que. The vessel owner was issued a penalty of $13,500 and was required to pay within 30 days or to apply for a review … Read more
The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations in Quebec are winding down seasonal maritime search and rescue services. The full release is available online. Contact mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca. On June 9, 2025, the Canadian Coast Guard exercised its authority under the Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act to issue an Administrative Monetary Penalty to the owner of the fishing vessel Exploits … Read more
The Canadian Coast Guard celebrated the completion of CCGS Mira Bay, the 10th and final new search and rescue lifeboat built by Hike Metal Products Ltd. The completion of the Mira Bay marks a milestone – the completion of 19 of 20 search and rescue lifeboats under construction. The full release is available online. Contact Alice.Hansen2@forces.gc.ca.
The Canadian Coast Guard College started a new chapter of training as the Canadian Coast Guard Academy. The Academy has also developed new curricula to address emerging technologies and prepare cadets and crews for the larger, more complex vessels that are joining the fleet. The full release is available online. Contact Alice.Hansen2@forces.gc.ca.
The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) stations in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador are winding down their seasonal maritime search and rescue service, and a number of stations will close on Sept. 2. The full release is available online. Contact Media.xncr@dfo-mpo.gc.ca. The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations … Read more
The Port Huron Float Down is scheduled to take place on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025, on the St. Clair River. This unsanctioned event poses significant dangers to participants and other users of the waterway on the 7.5 mile/12 km course. This is an inherently dangerous activity. As first responders, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Canadian … Read more
The Canadian Coast Guard’s Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS) in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, is now operational for the season. The full release is available online. Contact XCA.Media@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.
