Canada News Centre2026-04-16T13:21:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/04/search-and-rescue-stations-across-quebec-open-for-2026-recreational-boating-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across Quebec region, located in Quebec, Tadoussac, Havre-Saint-Pierre, Kegaska, Rivière-au-Renard, and Cap-aux-Meules are now opened.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-04-16T13:21:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/04/canadian-coast-guard-signs-agreement-with-norwegian-coast-guard-at-international-arctic-meeting.html

A delegation from the Canadian Coast Guard met with their counterparts at the Arctic Coast Guard Forum Principals’ Meeting held in Copenhagen, Denmark. The meeting was an important opportunity to strengthen international partnerships and reinforce Canada’s leadership role among Arctic coast guards.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-04-16T12:44:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/04/icebreaking-on-lake-huron-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the CCGS Judy LaMarsh will conduct icebreaking operations in the North Channel, on Lake Huron, between Bruce Mines and Parry Sound, Ontario, between April 15 – 18, 2026. The purpose of theses operation are to break ice so commercial vessels can navigate safely in and out of the area. The date is subject to change depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-04-15T10:00:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/04/icebreaking-in-lower-north-shore-quebec.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the CCGS Martha L. Black will conduct icebreaking operations near Baie Chevalier, Vieux-Fort, Tête à la Baleine, La Tabatière, Harrington Harbour and St-Augustin, Québec, on or around April 3. The purpose of this operation is to break ice so commercial vessels can navigate safely in and out of the area. The date is subject to change depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-04-02T10:49:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/canadian-coast-guard-welcomes-aviation-services-to-defence-team.html

Today, the Canadian Coast Guard welcomed personnel from Transport Canada’s aircraft services to the Defence Team. The program provides federal aviation services to various government departments, including managing and maintaining a civilian fleet of aircraft that support operational flights, environmental response, natural disaster response, and remote community outreach.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-04-01T09:01:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/icebreaking-in-midland-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the CCGS Vincent Massey will conduct icebreaking operations in Midland, Ontario, on or around April 2 2026. The purpose of this operation is to break ice so commercial vessels can navigate safely in and out of the area. The date is subject to change depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-31T12:00:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/construction-of-the-canadian-coast-guard-polar-icebreaker-advances-with-production-start-ceremony-at-chantier-davie-in-levis-quebec.html

As demands on Canada’s Arctic safety and security continue to grow, driven by increased commercial shipping, the impacts of climate change, and the rapid transformation of the Arctic region, the next step has been taken in advancing the construction of the Canadian Coast Guard’s new polar icebreaker to enable a strong, modern, and year‑round presence in the North.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-31T09:48:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/building-the-canadian-coast-guards-role-in-national-security.html

The Canadian Coast Guard has always been an active member of the federal maritime security community. The amendments to the Oceans Act outline the new security-related authorities that will allow it to work more closely with partners to gain a more comprehensive picture of activities in Canadian waters.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-27T08:35:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/icebreaking-in-bath-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the CCGS Des Groseilliers will conduct icebreaking operations near Bath, Ontario, on or around March 26. The purpose of this operation is to break ice so commercial vessels can navigate safely in and out of the area. The date is subject to change depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-24T13:03:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/search-and-rescue-stations-across-ontario-open-for-2026-recreational-boating-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across Ontario will open on the following dates: March 20: Amherstburg, Kingston, Port Dover, Port Weller, March 27: Cobourg, April 3: Goderich, Meaford, Tobermory, April 10: Thunder Bay

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-23T14:55:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/canadian-coast-guard-spring-icebreaking-operations-underway.html

The CCGS Martha L. Black will carry out icebreaking operations in the St. Lawrence Seaway, between Cardinal, Ontario, and Saint Lambert, Quebec to facilitate the safe reopening of this vital shipping channel. The icebreaker scheduled for these operations is subject to change depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-18T08:56:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/03/icebreaking-in-thunder-bay-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the USCGC Spar will conduct icebreaking operations near Thunder Bay, Ontario, on or around March 14. The purpose of this operation is to break ice so commercial vessels can navigate safely in and out of the area. The date is subject to change depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-12T10:32:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/02/spring-icebreaking-on-the-saguenay-river.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s annual spring icebreaking operations on the Saguenay Fjord will start as early as Monday, March 9, 2026. All equipment and material currently on the ice must be moved ashore before midnight on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-03-04T11:58:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/02/spring-icebreaking-on-st-lawrence-river-between-montreal-and-quebec-city.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s spring icebreaking operations on the St. Lawrence River between Montréal and Québec City will start on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-02-19T11:01:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/01/icebreaking-in-owen-sound-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the CCGS Vincent Massey will conduct icebreaking operations near Owen Sound, Ontario, beginning on or around January 16, 2026.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-01-16T11:33:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/01/canadian-coast-guards-winter-icebreaking-season-underway.html

The Canadian Coast Guard has begun winter icebreaking operations in Atlantic Canada, the St. Lawrence Gulf and Estuary, the St. Lawrence River, and the Great Lakes and interconnecting waterways.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-01-16T11:09:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/01/canadian-coast-guard-advances-planning-for-the-future-polar-icebreakers-maintenance-port-in-sydney-nova-scotia.html

Today, Mike Kelloway, Member of Parliament for Sydney-Glace Bay and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, on behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced Sydney, Nova Scotia, as the preferred location to explore the maintenance port for the Canadian Coast Guard’s future polar icebreakers.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-01-13T08:07:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/01/mike-kelloway-to-make-an-announcement-at-the-canadian-coast-guard-academy-in-sydney-nova-scotia.html

On behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, Mike Kelloway, Member of Parliament for Sydney—Glace Bay and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, will make an announcement regarding next steps in planning the Canadian Coast Guard’s Polar Icebreakers’ future maintenance port, in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-01-12T08:49:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/01/icebreaking-in-thunder-bay-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the CCGS Vincent Massey will conduct icebreaking operations near Thunder Bay, Ontario, beginning on or around January 8, 2026. The purpose of this operation is to facilitate safe navigation for commercial vessels in and out of the area, and/or to break up any ice jams that could cause flooding.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-01-07T14:13:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2026/01/icebreaking-near-midland-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises that the CCGS Vincent Massey will conduct icebreaking operations near Midland, Ontario, beginning on or around January 6, 2026. The purpose of this operation is to facilitate safe navigation for commercial vessels in and out of the area, and/or to break up any ice jams that could cause flooding. The timing of these operations is subject to change depending on operational requirements or weather conditions.

Canadian Coast Guard2026-01-05T13:26:29-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/12/annual-closure-of-canadian-coast-guard-seasonal-search-and-rescue-stations-in-atlantic-canada.html

The following Canadian Coast Guard seasonal search and rescue stations in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, are scheduled to conclude operations for the winter by December 31, 2025.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-12-17T10:30:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/12/canadian-coast-guard-issues-penalty-for-a-hazardous-vessel.html

On October 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 a vessel located in Seal Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador. The owner of the vessel, Colette, a 32-foot power boat, failed to comply with a direction issued under the Act following the determination that the vessel poses a hazard to the marine environment and public safety.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-12-16T10:30:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/12/canadian-and-icelandic-coast-guards-sign-agreement-to-increase-cooperation.html

Today, the Canadian Coast Guard and the Icelandic Coast Guard signed a letter of intent to formalize a shared commitment to cooperation and collaboration on coast guard operations. This agreement marks a significant step forward in strengthening international partnerships that enhance maritime safety, environmental protection, and operational readiness in the North Atlantic and Arctic regions.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-12-16T09:30:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/12/the-canadian-coast-guard-completes-2025-arctic-operational-summer-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard successfully completed its 2025 Arctic operational season, providing essential services to Canada’s Arctic communities and working with Inuit, First Nation, and Métis partners to deliver services and programs in the North, by the North, for the North.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-12-09T10:02:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/annual-closure-of-canadian-coast-guards-seasonal-search-and-rescue-stations-across-quebec.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across Quebec will close on the following dates: November 26 : Kegaska, November 27 : Havre-Saint-Pierre, November 28 : Quebec, November 30 : Tadoussac and Rivière-au-Renard, December 30 : Cap-aux-Meules

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-25T10:00:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/annual-closure-of-canadian-coast-guard-seasonal-search-and-rescue-stations-in-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard seasonal search and rescue stations in Ontario will close on the following dates: November 24: Thunder Bay, December 1: Goderich, Meaford, Tobermory, December 8: Amherstburg, Cobourg, Kingston, Port Dover, Port Weller.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-20T11:00:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/canadian-coast-guard-issues-penalty-for-a-hazardous-vessel.html

On September 22, 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 an unnamed vessel located in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-17T10:00:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/new-offshore-oceanographic-science-vessel-delivered-to-the-canadian-coast-guard.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry, on behalf of David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence was at Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyards to formally accept the new Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Naalak Nappaaluk.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-13T14:39:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/canadian-coast-guards-offshore-oceanographic-science-vessel.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (OOSV), the Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Naalak Nappaaluk, represents a major milestone under the National Shipbuilding Strategy and marks the next generation of Canada’s ocean science capability.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-13T14:38:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/the-canadian-coast-guard-officially-accepts-delivery-of-new-offshore-oceanographic-science-vessel.html

Media are invited to Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyards. The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry, on behalf of David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence will celebrate the acceptance of the Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Naalak Nappaaluk.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-12T12:53:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/annual-closing-of-canadian-coast-guards-arctic-marine-response-station.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Arctic Marine Response Station in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, closed for the season on November 9, 2025.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-10T11:41:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/11/keel-laid-on-canadian-coast-guards-arctic-and-offshore-patrol-ship-the-ccgs-sermilik.html

Today marks 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, Nova Scotia.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-11-06T11:43:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/10/construction-begins-on-canadian-coast-guard-diesel-electric-hybrid-vessel-as-the-final-bay-class-search-and-rescue-vessel-is-completed.html

Today, the Canadian Coast Guard announced the official start of construction of its Near-Shore Fishery Research Vessel at Chantier Naval Forillon in Gaspé, Québec, 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.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-10-29T09:51:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/10/the-canadian-coast-guard-announces-the-completion-of-the-ccgs-baie-de-gaspe-and-the-start-of-the-construction-of-the-near-shore-fisheries-research-.html

Media are invited to Chantier Naval Forillon. Member of Parliament Serge Cormier will celebrate the completion of the tenth and final Bay Class search and rescue vessel built by Chantier Naval Forillon, the Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Baie de Gaspé, and the start of construction of the Near-Shore Fisheries Research Vessel.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-10-27T15:41:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/10/modern-search-and-rescue-station-for-the-canadian-coast-guard-officially-opened-in-cobourg-ontario.html

Today, Chris Malette, Member of Parliament for the Bay of Quinte, on behalf of the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, announced the official opening of the Canadian Coast Guard’s new search and rescue station in Cobourg, Ontario.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-10-17T09:47:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/10/canadian-coast-guard-search-and-rescue-station-official-opening-in-cobourg-ontario.html

Media are invited to the opening of the Canadian Coast Guard’s new search and rescue station in Cobourg, Ontario. Chris Malette, Member of Parliament for the Bay of Quinte, will announce the station’s official opening on behalf of the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David J. McGuinty.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-10-15T12:31:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/10/minister-mcguinty-to-welcome-canadian-coast-guard-to-defence-team.html

Media are invited to a welcome event where the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will formally welcome the Canadian Coast Guard to the Defence Team.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-10-08T09:31:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/10/media-technical-briefing-on-the-mv-thamesborg.html

Media are invited to attend a technical briefing regarding the response operations for the grounded vessel MV Thamesborg in the Franklin Strait, Nunavut.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-10-03T10:59:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/09/canadian-coast-guard-issues-penalty-for-hazardous-vessels.html

Wrecked, abandoned, or hazardous vessels can pose threats to the environment, local communities and economies. Through the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada continues to take action to address problem vessels and ensure owner accountability.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-09-24T09:59:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/09/canadian-coast-guard-issues-penalty-for-a-hazardous-vessel.html

Wrecked, abandoned, or hazardous vessels can pose threats to the environment, local communities and economies. Through the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada continues to take action to address problem vessels and ensure owner accountability.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-09-23T11:31:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/09/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-crews-winding-down-operations-in-quebec.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations in Quebec are winding down seasonal maritime search and rescue services. The following stations in Quebec are already closed.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-09-23T10:00:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/09/canadian-coast-guard-celebrates-the-completion-of-the-10th-and-final-bay-class-search-and-rescue-vessel-the-ccgs-mira-bay.html

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy, the Government of Canada is investing in Canadian Coast Guard ships while strengthening Canada’s shipbuilding industry. Shipyards across the country are building world-class vessels to equip the Canadian Coast Guard so it can serve Canadians, protect the environment, and support a strong economy.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-09-11T12:36:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/09/the-canadian-coast-guard-is-celebrating-the-completion-of-the-10th-and-final-bay-class-search-and-rescue-vessel-the-ccgs-mira-bay.html

Media are invited to the celebration of the completion of the 10th and final Bay Class search and rescue vessel, the Canadian Coast Guard Ship Mira Bay, built by Hike Metal Products Ltd.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-09-10T15:15:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/09/canadian-coast-guard-begins-new-chapter-of-marine-training-excellence-as-it-celebrates-the-institutions-60th-anniversary.html

For the past six decades, the Canadian Coast Guard College has been recognized as a leader in maritime training, preparing more than 1,500 students with the knowledge and skills needed to safeguard Canada’s waters.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-09-08T10:01:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/08/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-crews-winding-down-operations-in-british-columbia.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) stations in British Columbia are winding down their seasonal maritime search and rescue service, and will close on the following dates:

Canadian Coast Guard2025-08-29T15:03:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/08/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-crews-winding-down-operations-in-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations in Ontario are winding down their seasonal maritime search and rescue service, and the following stations will close on September 3, 2025.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-08-29T13:40:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/08/canadian-coast-guard-winds-down-inshore-rescue-boat-operations-for-the-season-in-atlantic-canada.html

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.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-08-29T10:30:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/08/joint-statement-from-canadian--us-coast-guard-leadership-regarding-the-2025-port-huron-float-down.html

The Port Huron Float Down is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 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.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-08-11T10:38:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/07/canadian-coast-guard-welcomes-the-ccgs-baie-des-chaleurs-into-service.html

The Canadian Coast Guard plays an essential role in ensuring the safety of mariners and protection of Canada’s marine environment.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-07-30T10:47:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/07/the-canadian-coast-guard-dedicates-new-search-and-rescue-lifeboat-to-service.html

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia – On behalf of the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, Member of Parliament for South Shore–St. Margarets, Jessica Fancy, and the Canadian Coast Guard will welcome the new search and rescue lifeboat CCGS Baie des Chaleurs with a dedication to service ceremony.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-07-29T12:41:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/06/arctic-marine-response-station-in-rankin-inlet-open-for-the-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS) in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, is now operational for the season.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-06-25T11:56:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/06/canadian-coast-guard-begins-2025-arctic-summer-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s annual Arctic summer operational season is underway. Through its new Arctic Strategy, the Canadian Coast Guard is working with Inuit, First Nation, and Métis partners to deliver services and programs in the North, by the North, for the North.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-06-20T12:29:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/06/canadian-coast-guard-welcomes-new-fleet-officers-at-college-graduation-ceremony.html

For the past six decades, the Canadian Coast Guard College has been a leader in maritime training, equipping students with the skills needed to safeguard Canada’s waters.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-06-07T13:00:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/05/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-stations-open-across-quebec.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations in Quebec will open on May 28. They are located in Saint-Anicet (Lac Saint-François), Vaudreuil (Lac des Deux Montagnes), Beaconsfield, Longueuil, Sorel and Trois-Rivières.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-05-21T10:47:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/05/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-stations-open-in-british-columbia.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal Inshore Rescue Boat stations in British Columbia are now open. These seasonally-operated stations are open from May 18 until September 1, 2025, and include:

Canadian Coast Guard2025-05-20T12:06:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/05/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-stations-to-open-across-atlantic-canada.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) stations across Atlantic Canada will be opening tomorrow.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-05-16T11:00:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/05/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-stations-open-across-ontario0.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations on the Great Lakes, Georgian Bay, and St. Lawrence are now open.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-05-14T10:17:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/05/canadian-coast-guard-arctic-marine-response-station-training-in-parry-sound-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS) will hold search and rescue training for crews between May 14 and 28, 2025, in Parry Sound, Ontario.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-05-12T15:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/04/icebreaking-near-whitefish-river-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents of Whitefish River, Ontario that the CCGS Samuel Risley will carry out icebreaking operations in the area on or around April 26, 2025. The purpose of this operation is to break up the ice to allow commercial vessels safe access to the Lafarge Whitefish River Terminal on La Cloche Peninsula, Ontario.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-04-25T09:43:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/04/search-and-rescue-stations-across-newfoundland-and-labrador-are-open-for-2025-operational-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across Newfoundland and Labrador are now open for the 2025 season.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-04-24T13:03:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/04/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-training-in-parry-sound-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) program will hold search and rescue training for crews between April 25 and May 12, 2025 in Parry Sound, Ontario.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-04-23T11:15:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/04/icebreaking-near-bruce-mines-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents of Bruce Mines, Ontario that the USCGC Neah Bay will carry out icebreaking operations in the area on or around April 16, 2025. The purpose of this operation is to break up the ice to allow commercial vessels safe and efficient movement.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-04-15T10:46:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/04/search-and-rescue-stations-across-new-brunswick-and-prince-edward-island-are-open-for-2025-operational-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island are now open for the season.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-04-10T09:36:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/04/search-and-rescue-stations-across-quebec-open-for-2025-recreational-boating-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal Search and Rescue stations in Cap-aux-Meules, Havre-Saint-Pierre, Kegaska, Québec City, Rivière-au-Renard and Tadoussac have now resumed operations.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-04-02T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/03/icebreaking-near-midland-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents of Midland, Ontario that the CCGS Amundsen will carry out icebreaking operations in the Georgian Bay area on or around March 24, 2025. The purpose of this operation is to break up the ice to allow commercial vessels safe and efficient movement.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-03-21T10:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/03/search-and-rescue-stations-across-ontario-open-for-2025-recreational-boating-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across the Great Lakes will open on the following dates

Canadian Coast Guard2025-03-18T10:21:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/03/msc-baltic-iii-technical-briefing.html

The Canadian Coast Guard will provide an update on the MSC Baltic III, the vessel aground in Cedar Cove, near Lark Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador. The Canadian Coast Guard will provide an overview of the current status of the response operation and answer questions based on their role as federal overseer and responder to marine pollution threats. Representatives from Environment and Climate Change Canada will also be in attendance to answer questions.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-03-06T08:30:33-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/02/spring-icebreaking-on-the-saguenay-river.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s annual spring icebreaking operations on the Saguenay Fjord will start as early as Monday, March 10, 2025, with the CCGS Amundsen in the area. All equipment and material currently on the ice must be moved ashore before midnight on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-03-03T10:00:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/02/spring-icebreaking-on-st-lawrence-river-between-montreal-and-quebec-city.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s spring icebreaking operations on the St. Lawrence River between Montréal and Québec City will start on Friday, February 28, 2025.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-02-25T10:02:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/02/the-government-of-canada-invests-in-indigenous-communities-marine-response-capacity-as-part-of-the-oceans-protection-plan.html

When marine incidents happen in remote coastal areas, members of Indigenous communities are often the first to respond, as instrumental partners in Canada’s search and rescue system. As part of the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada is committed to enhancing on-water safety and community-based marine response by supporting Indigenous communities’ active participation in Canada’s marine safety response system.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-02-10T11:00:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/01/canadian-coast-guard-college-celebrates-60-years-of-marine-training-excellence.html

For six decades, the Canadian Coast Guard College has been a leader in maritime training, equipping officers with the skills to safeguard Canada’s waters. Today, the College celebrates its 60th anniversary year by looking back on a history of excellence, and looking forward to a future of innovation and inclusion.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-01-24T13:01:06-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/01/icebreaking-near-owen-sound-in-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents in Owen Sound in Ontario that icebreaking operations may occur in the area on or around January 27, 2025.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-01-24T11:25:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/01/icebreaking-near-midland-in-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents in Midland in Ontario that the CCGS Griffon will carry out icebreaking operations in the Georgian Bay area on or around January, 7, 2025.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-01-03T16:03:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/12/the-canadian-coast-guard-completes-2024-arctic-operational-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard successfully completed its 2024 Arctic operational season, which provides essential services to Canada’s Arctic communities.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-12-10T10:33:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/11/annual-closure-of-canadian-coast-guard-seasonal-search-and-rescue-stations-in-quebec.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations in Québec, Tadoussac, Kegaska, Rivière-au-Renard and Havre-Saint-Pierre will close between November 26 and 30, 2024. The Cap-aux-Meules station will close on December 31, 2024.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-11-25T11:44:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/11/seasonal-closure-of-canadian-coast-guard-rescue-stations-in-ontario.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonally operated search and rescue stations on the Great Lakes, Georgian Bay, and St. Lawrence River in Ontario are closing on the following dates:

Canadian Coast Guard2024-11-22T10:06:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/10/canadian-coast-guards-arctic-marine-response-station-in-rankin-inlet-completes-operational-season.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS) in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, concluded its operational season and closed on October 22, 2024.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-10-31T13:01:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/10/canadian-coast-guard-strengthens-ties-with-key-international-maritime-partners.html

The Canadian Coast Guard works closely with partners every day to protect mariners, safeguard the environment, and keep waterways open.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-10-24T12:03:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/10/canadian-coast-guard-to-start-oil-removal-operation-from-historic-shipwreck-in-grenville-channel-british-columbia.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced the award of a $4.9 million contract to Resolve Marine to remove oil from historic shipwreck USAT Brigadier General M.G. Zalinski, which sunk in Grenville Channel (northern British Columbia). The Canadian Coast Guard is working closely with Gitga’at and Gitxaala First Nations and will be on scene to manage the response.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-10-10T12:13:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/09/closure-of-canadian-coast-guard-seasonal-inshore-rescue-boat-stations-in-quebec.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal Inshore Rescue Boat stations in Quebec will close on the following dates: • Longueuil, Trois-Rivières, Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac, and Beaconsfield: Sunday, September 29 at 8:00 P.M. • Sorel: Wednesday, November 13 at 12:00 P.M. • The Bainsville station closed on September 3

Canadian Coast Guard2024-09-25T10:06:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/09/government-of-canada-successfully-completes-the-removal-of-three-problem-vessels-from-the-marine-environment-in-bridgewater-nova-scotia.html

The Government of Canada is committed to addressing problem vessels that impact our marine environment and communities on our coasts. Recently, the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) operation to remove and safely dismantle three vessels in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, was successfully completed.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-09-24T10:33:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/09/canadian-coast-guard-inshore-rescue-boat-crews-winding-down-2024-great-lakes-operations.html

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) stations in Ontario are winding down their seasonal maritime search and rescue service.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-09-23T10:31:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/09/canadian-and-norwegian-coast-guards-forge-enhanced-partnership-with-new-agreement.html

The Canadian Coast Guard has made a significant advancement in our partnership with the Norwegian Coast Guard through the signing of a new Letter of Intent (LOI). This landmark agreement will bolster our operational cooperation, and is a key milestone in the collaborative relationship of the two coast guards

Canadian Coast Guard2024-09-09T12:39:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/08/working-with-the-north-for-the-north.html

The Canadian Arctic covers 40 per cent of Canada's territory and plays a fundamental role in our national identity. Expansions in commercial shipping, the impacts of climate change, and increased maritime activity in the Arctic have underscored the importance of safe navigation in the region.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-08-19T11:02:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/08/canadian-coast-guard-celebrates-the-launch-of-the-new-offshore-oceanographic-science-vessel.html

The Canadian Coast Guard serves Canadians every day by saving lives, protecting the environment, and supporting the safe movement of goods in our waterways. The renewal of its fleet ensures Canadian Coast Guard personnel can continue to carry out their important work for years to come, while supporting innovation and creating new shipbuilding jobs from coast to coast to coast.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-08-17T11:45:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/08/government-of-canada-to-announce-canadian-coast-guard-milestones-and-arctic-science-mission.html

Iqaluit, Nunavut – The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will announce the selected names for the Canadian Coast Guard’s future Polar Icebreakers and highlight Arctic services and science programs.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-08-16T11:30:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/08/ministers-qualtrough-and-beech-to-reveal-the-name-of-the-new-offshore-oceanographic-science-vessel-at-vancouver-shipyards.html

Vancouver, British Columbia – On Saturday, August 17 2024, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, and the Honourable Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens’ Services, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will be joined by George Berthe of Makivvik, at Vancouver Shipyards, to unveil the name of the Canadian Coast Guard’s Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel, and celebrate its launch.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-08-16T11:10:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/08/joint-statement-from-canadian--us-coast-guard-leadership-regarding-the-2024-port-huron-float-down.html

The Port Huron Float Down is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 18, 2024, on the St. Clair River. This unsanctioned event poses significant dangers to participants and other users of the waterways during the 7.5 mile/12 km course.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-08-12T18:45:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-to-cease-light-keeper-functions-at-carmanah-point-and-pachena-point-light-stations-due-to-safety-concerns.html

The Canadian Coast Guard is responsible for many light stations across Canada that help to keep Canadian waterways safe. At the same time, the safety of personnel is the highest priority. Therefore, the Canadian Coast Guard has made the difficult decision to cease light keeper functions at both the Carmanah Point and Pachena Point light stations in British Columbia due to recently identified safety risks. Aids to Navigation at both sites will continue to operate and support the safety of mariners and other users travelling on the waters off the southwest coast of Vancouver Island.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-31T13:00:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-celebrates-new-arctic-and-offshore-patrol-ships-shipbuilding-milestones.html

The Canadian Coast Guard serves Canadians everyday by protecting lives and the environment, and supporting the safe movement of goods in our waterways. The renewal of its fleet ensures the Canadian Coast Guard can continue to carry out its important work for years to come, while supporting innovation and creating new shipbuilding jobs from coast to coast to coast.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-31T11:27:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guards-arctic-and-offshore-patrol-ships.html

As part of its fleet renewal plan, the Canadian Coast Guard is acquiring two Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships (AOPS) to replace two of the five existing Offshore Patrol Vessels. The new AOPS — named the CCGS Donjek Glacier and CCGS Sermilik Glacier — will support offshore international fisheries surveillance and Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization patrols, and offshore search and rescue on Canada’s east coast and in the low Arctic.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-31T11:27:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/the-canadian-coast-guard-dedicates-the-ccgs-barrington-bay-into-service.html

The Canadian Coast Guard plays an essential role in keeping Canadian waters safe and helping mariners in need of assistance.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-30T09:30:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-to-unveil-names-and-mark-construction-milestones-for-arctic-and-offshore-patrol-ships.html

Darren Fisher, Member of Parliament for Dartmouth-Cole Harbour, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will be at Irving Shipbuilding Inc. of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to unveil the names for the Canadian Coast Guard’s two new Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships and celebrate construction milestones. MP Fisher will be joined by Dirk Lesko, President of Irving Shipbuilding Inc.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-30T08:30:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-issues-13500-fine-for-a-hazardous-vessel.html

Wrecked, abandoned, or hazardous boats can pose threats to the environment, local communities, and economies. Through the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada continues to take action to address problem vessels and ensure owner accountability.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-29T13:09:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-to-host-dedication-ceremony-for-new-search-and-rescue-lifeboat.html

Burin, Newfoundland and Labrador – Churence Rogers, Member of Parliament for Bonavista—Burin—Trinity, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will be at the Burin Search and Rescue Station for a dedication ceremony to welcome the Canadian Coast Guard’s newest Search and Rescue Lifeboat, the CCGS Barrington Bay, into service.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-26T08:30:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-issues-12000-fine-for-a-hazardous-vessel.html

Wrecked, abandoned, or hazardous boats can pose threats to the environment, local communities, and economies. Through the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government of Canada continues to take action to address problem vessels and ensure owner accountability.

Canadian Coast Guard2024-07-25T10:04:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-begins-2024-arctic-summer-season.html

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 Guard2024-07-08T11:55:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/07/canadian-coast-guard-warns-mackenzie-river-users-of-low-water-levels.html

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 Guard2024-07-04T09:42:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/06/canadian-coast-guard-welcomes-governor-general-of-canada-as-honorary-chief-commissioner.html

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 Guard2024-07-02T08:30:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2024/06/canadian-coast-guard-celebrates-governor-general-as-new-honorary-chief-commissioner.html

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 Guard2024-06-28T16:10:51-04:00