Canadian Coast Guard

Government of Canada welcomes Canada's newest fishery officers

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Giovedì, Maggio 18, 2023

SUMMERSIDE, PE , May 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Fisheries and Oceans Canada is proud to welcome the latest troop of graduates to the ranks of Canada's contingent of over 600 fishery officers.

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  • SUMMERSIDE, PE , May 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Fisheries and Oceans Canada is proud to welcome the latest troop of graduates to the ranks of Canada's contingent of over 600 fishery officers.
  • Canada's fishery officers are professionally trained peace officers working in communities across our country to conserve and protect our freshwater and marine fisheries resources and habitats.
  • For more information on what it takes to become a fishery officer, please visit:
    "Congratulations to Canada's newest fishery officers, along with a special recognition for the first Francophone troop to graduate from the esteemed Atlantic Police Academy.
  • The Atlantic Police Academy values our partnership with Fisheries and Oceans Canada in providing this important training for the safety and success of all future fishery officers."

The Future HMCS William Hall Officially Named Today

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Sabato, Aprile 29, 2023

Craig Gibson was raised in Gibson Woods, a small black community where Gibson families (relations of William Hall) settled as Black Loyalists.

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  • Craig Gibson was raised in Gibson Woods, a small black community where Gibson families (relations of William Hall) settled as Black Loyalists.
  • I thank all those who will be serving in HMCS William Hall in the future.
  • “Today is a proud day for Canada, in particular the community of Hantsport, and for the family of William Hall.
  • To Commander Keleman and the crew of the future HMCS William Hall, it is an honour to associated with your commitment to service, love of country and bravery.

Davie announces funding for the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (CANADA) to expand the Arctic Corridors and Northern Voices Program

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Giovedì, Aprile 27, 2023

LÉVIS, Quebec, April 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chantier Davie Canada Inc. (Davie), Canada’s largest shipbuilder and home to the National Icebreaker Centre, today announced funding of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (CANADA) for the expansion of the Arctic Corridors and Northern Voices program.

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  • LÉVIS, Quebec, April 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chantier Davie Canada Inc. (Davie), Canada’s largest shipbuilder and home to the National Icebreaker Centre, today announced funding of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (CANADA) for the expansion of the Arctic Corridors and Northern Voices program.
  • The Arctic Corridors and Northern Voices program, a recipient of the Governor General’s Innovation Award, trains Inuit communities in advanced technologies to map culturally sensitive areas in order to inform policy and planning for Arctic marine use and oceans governance.
  • As such, bridging the gap between the marine industry and conservation efforts is a natural fit for the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (CANADA).
  • “The Nunatsiavut Government appreciates the support of Davie to the Nunatsiavut portion of the Arctic Corridors and Northern Voices program,” says Terry Vincent.

Government of Canada announces protection measures for Southern Resident killer whales

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Mercoledì, Aprile 26, 2023

An agreement with local whale watching and ecotourism industry partners to abstain from offering or promoting tours viewing Southern Resident killer whales.

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  • An agreement with local whale watching and ecotourism industry partners to abstain from offering or promoting tours viewing Southern Resident killer whales.
  • The effective protection and recovery of the Southern Resident killer whale requires long-term, collective commitment from the Government of Canada and other partners.
  • That's why, for the fifth straight year, we are putting in place protective measures to help protect Southern Resident killer whales.
  • Canada's Oceans Protection Plan , Whales Initiative , and an additional federal investment of $61.5 million are supporting the survival and recovery of Southern Resident killer whales, North Atlantic right whales, and St. Lawrence Estuary belugas by implementing protection measures, increasing research, and monitoring activities and taking action to address key threats.

Bear Head Energy Receives Environmental Approval for Large-Scale Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Project in Nova Scotia

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Mercoledì, Aprile 12, 2023

HOUSTON and PORT HAWKESBURY, Nova Scotia, April 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Bear Head Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) announced today it has received Environmental Assessment approval from the Honourable Timothy Halman, Minister of Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change, for the Company’s green hydrogen and ammonia production, storage, and loading facility (“Bear Head”) in Point Tupper, Nova Scotia.

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  • HOUSTON and PORT HAWKESBURY, Nova Scotia, April 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Bear Head Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) announced today it has received Environmental Assessment approval from the Honourable Timothy Halman, Minister of Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change, for the Company’s green hydrogen and ammonia production, storage, and loading facility (“Bear Head”) in Point Tupper, Nova Scotia.
  • Bear Head is permitted for up to two gigawatts of hydrogen electrolysers.
  • At full build-out and peak power inflow, Bear Head could produce up to 350,000 tonnes of hydrogen and two million tonnes of ammonia per year, positioning Nova Scotia to be a leader in the production of green hydrogen and ammonia and a critical part of the global energy transition.
  • “I would like to thank the Bear Head management team and the Government of Nova Scotia for their efforts in getting Bear Head to this milestone,” said BAES Infrastructure CEO Jamie Cemm.

Davie Secures a Minimum of 20 Years of Work as a Long-Term Partner to Canada Under the National Shipbuilding Strategy

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Martedì, Aprile 4, 2023

LEVIS, Quebec, April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Davie Shipbuilding (Davie) is proud to announce that it is now an official partner in Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS). 

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  • “This historic agreement puts the ‘National’ in National Shipbuilding Strategy and the federal government deserves much credit.
  • Together, we will bridge a strategic shipbuilding gap and create guaranteed capacity for future fleet renewal at Canada’s largest shipbuilder.
  • “The Government of Canada is happy to welcome Chantier Davie as the third strategic partner under the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS).
  • A report prepared by Deloitte and made public in November 2022 concludes that all of Canada benefits from Davie’s activities.

Successful visit to Norway and Iceland fosters international collaboration in aquaculture and ocean innovation

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Mercoledì, Aprile 5, 2023

While in Norway, Minister Murray met with representatives from the aquaculture sector to gain insights as Canada guides the transition from open-net pen aquaculture in British Columbia's waters.

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  • While in Norway, Minister Murray met with representatives from the aquaculture sector to gain insights as Canada guides the transition from open-net pen aquaculture in British Columbia's waters.
  • In Iceland, Minister Murray met with Thor Sigfusson, Founder and Chairman of the Iceland Ocean Cluster.
  • Minister Murray also met with Petur Oskarsson, CEO of Business Iceland, visited industry facilities, including Lysi, the largest producer and exporter of cod liver oil in Iceland.
  • The Government of Canada will continue working together and sharing best practices to restore ocean health and protect our marine ecosystems."

2023 Titanic Expedition Embarks During Iceberg Season Aboard Famous Icebreaker

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Mercoledì, Aprile 5, 2023

ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As we near the 111th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, OceanGate Expeditions confirms plans to return to the Titanic in 2023 for the third consecutive year. OceanGate Expeditions has signed a charter contract with Horizon Maritime and Miawpukek Horizon Marine Services for MV Polar Prince, previously operated by the Canadian Coast Guard as the icebreaker Sir Humphrey Gilbert. The ship has a long-running history of clearing ice from harbors and guiding ships through ice-choked marine environments.

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  • ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As we near the 111th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, OceanGate Expeditions confirms plans to return to the Titanic in 2023 for the third consecutive year.
  • May is still considered to be iceberg season in the North Atlantic where the shipwreck of the Titanic lies.
  • The 2023 Titanic Expedition will benefit from the support of a limited number of citizen explorers who join our crew as Mission Specialists during the expedition.
  • There are still a limited number of Mission Specialist roles available for the 2023 Titanic Expedition .

Minister Murray visits Norway and Iceland to foster international collaboration in ocean innovation

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Venerdì, Marzo 31, 2023

During her visit, Minister Murray will meet with senior officials from the governments of Norway and Iceland, along with the CEOs of major Norwegian salmon farming companies, the Iceland Ocean Cluster, aquaculture technology companies, and environmental non-governmental organizations.

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  • During her visit, Minister Murray will meet with senior officials from the governments of Norway and Iceland, along with the CEOs of major Norwegian salmon farming companies, the Iceland Ocean Cluster, aquaculture technology companies, and environmental non-governmental organizations.
  • Minister Murray will explore cutting-edge alternative aquaculture production technologies while engaging on ambitious oceans-based climate solutions in Norway.
  • This visit builds on Canada's long history of productive engagement with Norway and Iceland on global and regional issues related to ocean resources and governance.
  • "Canada is a global leader in sustainable aquaculture and ocean innovation, and we can always learn more from our international partners in this area.

Canada continues strong measures to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales

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Venerdì, Marzo 31, 2023

That is why the government is committed to protecting endangered species like the North Atlantic right whale, and the marine environment in which they live.

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  • That is why the government is committed to protecting endangered species like the North Atlantic right whale, and the marine environment in which they live.
  • In 2023 and into the future, Canada will apply its world-class and adaptive management measures to protect the North Atlantic right whale from fishing gear entanglements and vessel collisions, which threaten the recovery of the species.
  • DFO will apply gear marking requirements, lost gear reporting requirements and marine mammal disturbance reporting requirements to further inform measures to protect whales.
  • "Through the implementation of traffic management measures on over 72,000 square kilometres in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, our Government is committed to safeguarding the critically endangered North Atlantic right whales in Canadian waters.