VOLUNTEER■
Join our team
Teamwork is one of our greatest strengths and there are many ways to volunteer both on and off the water!
Joining our SAR teams:
To become a CCGA-M member, one must:
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Be the age of majority in accordance to provincial legislation
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Be in good physical condition
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Complete the Pleasure Craft Operator Certificate Course
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Attain Marine Basic First Aid, equivalent certification or higher with CPR/AED Level C
For additional requirements, please contact the regional office
More Ways to Volunteer
Volunteers can also support the CCGA through:
Be an advocate for boating safety
Offer vessel maintenance and equipment management
Organize fundraising or special events
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Support through media and marketing
Search & Rescue Training
Whether it’s sailing to respond on the water or supporting several essential administrative roles ashore, our organization is a vital contributor to Canada’s search and rescue network.
Training
Our volunteers are mission ready!
Volunteers participate in instructor-led operational readiness training to prepare them for many levels of maritime response. We also participate in joint training exercises with other search and rescue agencies and organizations.
Teamwork
Teamwork is one of our greatest strengths!
Many exciting and challenging roles within the camaraderie of your team!
Response Time
Swift action when every second counts!
Our average response time is 25 mins to deploy resources to a marine emergency event.