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| | LMRS & CCGA | | | C.C.G.A. - Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary
The CCGA is the nationwide organization of volunteers. Formed by the Canadian Coast Gaurd in 1978 the Auxiliary brought structure to the numbers of marine volunteer organizations performing these functions themselves.
Canada is divided up into 5 regions, Pacific, Central & Arctic, Quebec, Newfoundland, Maritimes. Ladysmith is home to th 29th unit of the CCGA - Pacific Region.
L.M.R.S. - Ladysmith Marine Rescue Society
The LMRS is the 29th Station of the CCGA, responding to calls off the shores of Ladysmith and area, with neighbooring units in Nanoose and Nanaimo. The LMRS is one of the busiest Units in the region. Reponding to more than 3000 calls, since inception. | Our Goals - To assist the boating community in marine emergencies.
- To increase awareness of boating safety in the local community.
- To provide our members with the appropriate training and equipment to carry out their activities in support of the Canadian Coast Guard and the local community.
| What We Do The station responds to marine distress incidents and participates in many community events throughout the year. Here is a sample of what we do: - Tow broken down vessels to place the vessel and its occupants out of danger.
This usually means we take them to the nearest safe harbour. - Search for overdue vessels and respond to visual distress signals.
- Assist in the evacuation of people requiring medical services.
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