Montreal, Quebec - The Canadian Coast Guard is proud to announce the appointment of Laurent Duvernay-Tardif as our very first Honorary Captain. By accepting this honorary 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. For all that he is and that he represents, Mr. Duvernay-Tardif is worthy of taking on this role. It is an honour for the organization and its members to have him as our first Honorary Captain.
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.
