Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary - Maritimes

The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Maritimes (CCGA-M) is a nonprofit organization and a registered charity made up of 800 volunteer members and nearly 500 privately owned vessels throughout New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Iles de la Madeleine. The CCGA-M has been in existence since 1978 and provides assistance to the Canadian Coast Guard and the National Defence with search and rescue and safe boating programs.

The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Maritimes (CCGA-M) is an organization dedicated to Search and Rescue (SAR) and safe boating activities.

Our mission is to provide a permanent day and night search and rescue service to cover marine requirements in the maritime region and prevent the loss of life and injury.

Mission Statement
To fulfill this mission, our objectives are to :

• Save 100% of lives at risk;
• Reduce the number and severity of SAR incidents;
• Promote marine safety;
• Support the Canadian Coast Guard;
• Provide a humanitarian service;
• Maintain the highest professional standards;
• Promote dedication and pride of membership.