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Canadian Coast Guard

@CoastGuardCAN

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Joined October 2010
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10/10 landing, no notes. 🚁⚓ Video 🎥: Port de Québec
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Looking to take your aviation career to new heights? 🚁 We’re looking for Deputy Chief Pilots – Rotary Wing Operations! Have the experience needed? Apply now: emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.…
A person wearing safety equipment stands in front of a red Coast Guard helicopter in a snowy mountain landscape. Text on image: We are hiring! Deputy Chief Pilot, Rotary Wing Operations, Location: Ottawa, Ontario. Apply before November 15, 2026.

ALT A person wearing safety equipment stands in front of a red Coast Guard helicopter in a snowy mountain landscape. Text on image: We are hiring! Deputy Chief Pilot, Rotary Wing Operations, Location: Ottawa, Ontario. Apply before November 15, 2026.

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The Northern Lights illuminating the path for the CCGS Vincent Massey, absolute cinema! 🙌✨ Video 🎥: Cédrick Paradis-Piché Location 📍: Davis Strait
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Waiting for the latest version of your favourite video game? You don’t need a controller to hit the water with us! 👀🚤 At the @ccg_acad, our Officer Cadets put their skills to the test using our fast rescue craft simulator.
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Sure, horror movies are scary. But you know what's really terrifying? Not having our emergency numbers handy! canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-… Happy #Halloween! 🎃
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Discover a day in the life of our cook aboard the CCGS Judy LaMarsh! Every day brings its share of challenges… and delicious meals. 🍽️🌊 Interested? 👀 The Atlantic Region is looking for cooks: emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.…
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An unforgettable rescue! 🐱 After rescuing and reviving a kitten in distress in the water, the Commanding Officer of our #SearchAndRescue station in Shippagan gave it a second chance. A few weeks later, he returned to adopt it! Photo 📷: SPCA Péninsule Acadienne
A person wearing a blue uniform holding a small grey kitten indoors. A glass-panel door, a folding table, and drawings are visible in the background.

ALT A person wearing a blue uniform holding a small grey kitten indoors. A glass-panel door, a folding table, and drawings are visible in the background.

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This summer, our Longueuil #SearchAndRescue Station welcomed its all-women crew in our Inshore Rescue Boat Program! ⚓ As #WomensHistoryMonth comes to a close, learn more about their work. 🎥
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You could be part of next summer’s crew! Apply by November 2: emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.…
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As the CCGS Sir Wilfrid Laurier transits back to its homeport of Victoria, #BritishColumbia, the ship is supporting science monitoring programs in the Beaufort Sea. Watch as it effortlessly cuts through ice in one of earth’s most remote regions!
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Did you know the CCGS Sir Wilfrid Laurier operates on renewable fuel? This ship operates on renewable energy sources, reducing greenhouse gasses without sacrificing performance or ability to carry out crucial Arctic operations.
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We recently attended the International Oil Spill Science Conference to share knowledge, learn from partners, and explore new ways to respond to environmental incidents.
Group photo taken at a professional conference. Several participants are gathered on a stage in front of a large presentation screen. A podium and a floral arrangement are visible in the foreground.

ALT Group photo taken at a professional conference. Several participants are gathered on a stage in front of a large presentation screen. A podium and a floral arrangement are visible in the foreground.

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Together, we're strengthening our response capabilities and helping keep our waters safe. Thanks to everyone involved! 👏
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What is the first year of studying marine navigation like at the @ccg_acad? Maria Tsinaridis shares her experience and reflects on the challenges she faced during her first year in the Officer Training Program. Watch the full video: youtu.be/XCGZGd0nIhI
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Navigating toward stronger maritime security in the Arctic. 🚢 The CCGS Des Groseilliers and CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent recently completed their first security patrols in Canada's North near Cambridge Bay, #Nunavut. Photo: Corporal Mitchell Paquette, @CanadianForces
View from inside a helicopter looking out at a red Canadian Coast Guard vessel sailing on a grey sea beneath a cloudy sky. The helicopter window frame is visible in the foreground.

ALT View from inside a helicopter looking out at a red Canadian Coast Guard vessel sailing on a grey sea beneath a cloudy sky. The helicopter window frame is visible in the foreground.

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Supported by new surveillance technologies, these operations strengthen our ability to monitor maritime activity and support security in the Canadian Arctic. Learn more: canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-…
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A career that takes you to new heights! We’re looking for Rotary Wing Training Pilots in Ottawa, #Ontario, to help train the next generation of pilots. Ready to share your expertise? Apply by November 15: emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.…
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Our Commissioner Kevin Brosseau attended the North Atlantic Coast Guard Forum Summit in Reykjavík, #Iceland, to discuss shared challenges like maritime security, #SearchAndRescue, and #EnvironmentalResponse.
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ALT Group photo of five people standing indoors in front of a stone wall. Four people are wearing dark maritime uniforms with sleeve stripes and insignia, while one person is wearing a black blazer and a light-coloured top. Orange lounge chairs are visible in the foreground in a meeting or reception area.

Two people in dark maritime uniforms are seated at a table signing documents. Two small flags, one of Canada and one of Iceland, are displayed in the centre of the table. In the background, a bookshelf and a model ship in a display case can be seen.

ALT Two people in dark maritime uniforms are seated at a table signing documents. Two small flags, one of Canada and one of Iceland, are displayed in the centre of the table. In the background, a bookshelf and a model ship in a display case can be seen.

Two people in dark maritime uniforms shake hands behind a meeting table while presenting a commemorative plaque. Two small flags, one of Canada and one of Iceland, are displayed in the foreground on the table. In the background, a bookshelf and a model ship in a display case can be seen.

ALT Two people in dark maritime uniforms shake hands behind a meeting table while presenting a commemorative plaque. Two small flags, one of Canada and one of Iceland, are displayed in the foreground on the table. In the background, a bookshelf and a model ship in a display case can be seen.

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While in Reykjavík, the Commissioner signed a Cooperation Plan with the Icelandic Coast Guard, which will deepen collaboration in Arctic operations and maritime security. Learn more: canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-…
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We recently attended two high school Career Pathway Fairs in #PrinceEdwardIsland. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn more about our jobs. Discover our career opportunities: canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-…
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Hey, #NewBrunswick! Looking for a new career opportunity? Come meet us at a recruitment event with @NationalDefence on October 27, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cultural Centre in Fredericton! Come learn more about career opportunities and the hiring process.
Canadian Coast Guard rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) simulator displayed at a recruitment event. A screen shows a simulated approach to a Coast Guard vessel, with a steering wheel and controls allowing visitors to try operating a small boat.

ALT Canadian Coast Guard rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) simulator displayed at a recruitment event. A screen shows a simulated approach to a Coast Guard vessel, with a steering wheel and controls allowing visitors to try operating a small boat.

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