Fisheries and Oceans  Mr. Speaker, the Canadian Coast Guard, as I have mentioned before, has modernized its marine communications and traffic services centres with 21st century equipment. The equipment had not been replaced in over 30 years. It is like moving from a dial phone to a smart phone. This n

Canadian Coast Guard  Mr. Speaker, marine safety is the top priority of the Canadian Coast Guard. Through modern technology, we have been able to ensure that no communication gaps will be in place and we will still maintain that safety.

Canadian Coast Guard  Mr. Speaker, I would like to reiterate that the Canadian Coast Guard's top priority is the safety of mariners, to make sure there is communication between vessels, and to monitor that safety is there. The technology we have included in the new system guarantees that safety, and i

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, with respect to another birthday, I am proud to rise today on the 54th birthday of the Canadian Coast Guard. I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of the dedicated women and men of the Canadian Coast Guard a happy birthday. I want to reassure the member

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, I think one of the main priorities and mandates of the Canadian Coast Guard is to protect our marine environment. I want to take this opportunity to assure the member, all members of this House, and the public that the Kathryn Spirit is not discharging any pollutan