The Canadian Coast Guard today announced the appointment of Laurent Duvernay-Tardif as its very first Honorary Captain. By accepting this title, Mr. Duvernay-Tardif will act as an ambassador to promote the mission and values of the Canadian Coast Guard.
An Honorary Captain is an important link between us and the many communities we serve. They are a celebrated Canadian that is selected to help strengthen our relationships with local communities and celebrate the work of the Canadian Coast Guard. As part of their role, an Honorary Captain attends our special events, visits our bases and vessels, and connects with Canadians on our history and the important work we do.
The selection of Mr. Duvernay-Tardif as Honorary Captain was based on various aspects, including his community involvement, his strong public position, and the integrity he displays in his commitments. Moreover, he has distinguished himself through his love of sailing and the marine environment, which makes him an excellent choice to carry out the role of Honorary Captain of the Canadian Coast Guard.
“In addition to the many successes in his career as a National Football League player and in medicine, Mr. Duvernay-Tardif is a Canadian who cares about people and puts his heart into everything he does,” the CCG said.
Laurent Duvernay-Tardif’s role as Honorary Captain will provide him with the opportunity to participate in different Canadian Coast Guard operations and experience our services first hand. In this way, he will be in a position to observe the lifesaving and essential services our personnel provide to Canadians, and to immerse himself in their reality.
“As an avid sailor, it is a real honor for me to receive the title of Honorary Captain of the Coast Guard and to be a proud defender of its values,” said Mr. Duvernay-Tardif. “I am pleased to support the Coast Guard in fulfilling its mandate to save lives and protect the environment, and I look forward to experiencing operations with its members on the water, on land and in the air!”
“As we move past our 60th anniversary, we’re looking for even more ways to connect with the communities we serve. Having our first Honorary Captain is a big step towards our goals, and I couldn’t be happier welcoming Laurent Duvernay-Tardif into this role,” said Mario Pelletier, Commissioner, Canadian Coast Guard.
Photo shows Laurent Duvernay-Tardif aboard CCGS Amundsen during his first official visit as Canadian Coast Guard Honorary Captain.
