September 8, 2025 - Sydney, Nova Scotia - National Defence / Canadian Coast Guard
For the past six decades, the Canadian Coast Guard College has been recognized as a leader in maritime training, preparing more than 1,500 students with the knowledge and skills needed to safeguard Canada's waters.
Today, a new chapter of training excellence begins under a new name - the Canadian Coast Guard Academy. The announcement was made in front of alumni and students, gathered to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the institution and its rich history of training Canadian Coast Guard personnel.
The Academy will continue to play an important role in training the future officers and leaders of the Canadian Coast Guard. Students in the Officer Training program spend four years studying and getting hands-on experience of ship operations and cutting-edge knowledge in marine technology. After graduation, they will join vessels across the country in various positions to put their skills to use in protecting Canadians, the environment, and maintaining safe navigation.
Students training in the Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS) program spend time in the classroom and on-the-job learning the important skills of MCTS officers. After graduation, they will join one of 12 MCTS centres across the country, which oversee the safety of Canadian waters and often provide the first response to vessels in distress.
The institution is an internationally recognized maritime training facility that provides training and services in both official languages. Over the past few years, the campus underwent extensive renovations to be more environmentally friendly and enhance the student experience. The Academy has also been developing new curricula to address emerging technologies and prepare cadets and crews for the larger, more complex vessels that are joining the fleet.
The new name reflects these advancements - the Canadian Coast Guard Academy is a state-of-the-art marine training institution that will welcome students for decades to come.
