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Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary - Maritimes Region
The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary – Maritimes (CCGA-M) is a volunteer marine search and rescue organization serving New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Îles de la Madeleine. With over 800 volunteer members and nearly 400 privately owned vessels, CCGA-M works closely with the Canadian Coast Guard and National Defence to save lives on the water.
PLB Basics: Staying Safe in a Marine Emergency
Learn how to properly use a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) to stay safe during a marine emergency, from activating the beacon to attaching it to your life jacket. Registering your beacon with the Canadian Beacon Registry could make all the difference when it matters most.
Towing Procedures
CCGA-M members demonstrate the proper techniques for safely towing a vessel in distress. Following the right procedures protects both the crew and the vessel being towed.
Fire on Board
CCGA-M members demonstrate the serious risks and proper response when a fire breaks out on board a vessel. Quick, calm action can make the difference between a close call and a tragedy at sea.
2025 Regional Training Exercise
Highlights from the 2025 Regional Training Exercise held in Les Îles de la Madeleine, bringing together CCGA-M members from across the region. The exercise sharpened search and rescue skills through realistic, hands-on scenarios.
Drone Operations
CCGA-M tests drone equipment for search and rescue operations and environmental response. This emerging technology helps volunteers locate people in distress faster and more safely.