Careers

The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) fleet actively recruits for ships’ officers and crew positions.

The Marine EL Development Program (MELDEV) is a national training and development program designed to recruit Electronic Technologists and provide training required to bring them to the working level. It is a three-year paid training program that takes participants through hands-on and theoretical instruction. Upon succesful completion of the program, participants will immediately hold a fulltime position.

For more information on CCG job postings and how to apply, including training requirements and other employment conditions, go to:

Employment Opportunities and Application Procedures

Canadian Coast Guard College — A key source of personnel for the CCG

The CCG recruits an important part of its fleet personnel from the Canadian Coast Guard College, which prepares students for careers as navigation and engineering officers with the CCG. Graduates of the college’s Officer Training Program are guaranteed a position with the CCG.

For information on the Canadian Coast Guard College, go to:

Canadian Coast Guard College