NATIONAL STATISTICS

The CCGA currently has close to 5,000 members and 1,600 enrolled vessels. In 2000, CCGA units responded to 1,700 SAR taskings and participated in 500 training exercises. Auxiliarists were also present at 250 boat shows, exhibitions and displays to support the Safe Boating Program. Finally, CCGA volunteers also conducted 3,000 courtesy checks of vessels on behalf of the Canadian Coast Guard.

The Auxiliary has shown an enduring and valuable commitment to SAR. Each year, the CCGA contributes to saving 94% of those, whose lives are at risk in marine incidents in Canada.

Since the CCGA was founded in 1978, its members have been credited with participation to 36,000 missions and saving 4,000 lives. Another 5,000 people are helped each year in non-distress marine incidents and millions of dollars of property are saved.

The CCGA is committed to the Government of Canada to provide search and rescue services. It is a hugely intensive operation requiring a large number of vessels, crewmembers and equipment. Its membership has grown 25% in the past five years.