Reopening of seasonal search and rescue stations: it smells like summer
Since April 1, the search and rescue stations located in Tadoussac, Rivière‑au‑Renard, Cap‑aux‑Meules, Quebec City, Havre‑Saint‑Pierre and Kegaska have gradually opened as the ice cleared from the docks.
The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal stations are strategically located. This allows teams to provide faster assistance and helps reduce the number and severity of maritime incidents and minimize risks to the environment. The stations are open from April to November.
Canadian Coast Guard Search and Rescue coordination services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
| 1‑800‑463‑4393 | VHF channel 16 | 156.8 MHz |
| 418‑648‑3599 | FM Frequency | 2182 kHz |
| *16 on mobile | DSC channel 70 |
Be cautious
Although the air temperature is milder in the spring, water temperature remains low, and the risk of hypothermia due to cold water immersion is real. Waters are still very cold at this time of the year and do not warm up as quickly as the air.
Xavier Joly
Canadian Coast Guard
The search and rescue vessel, CCGS Cap Percé, on sea.
The search and rescue vessel, CCGS Cap Tourmente, on sea.
