Canadian Geographic Education and the Canadian Coast Guard are partnering to bring you Adopt A Ship, a unique program all about connecting classrooms to maritime science and careers.

The 2023 program is underway! Classes from Edmonton (Alta.), Halifax (N.S.), St. Hubert (Que.) and Tuktoyaktuk (N.W.T.) have been paired with some amazing Canadian Coast Guard vessels for a 10-week penpal program, complete with live virtual hangouts, classroom activities, and more.

Note: Classes that were not selected this year are invited to follow along using the information and resources listed below and via social media (@CanGeoEdu, #AdoptAShip).

CCGS Terry Fox

The CCGS Terry Fox is a heavy icebreaker based out of St. John’s, N.L. Learn more about this vessel’s crew, specifications, and namesake here!

Downloadable resources

The CCGS Terry Fox teacher’s guide and student activity booklet have been designed to be completed over a period of 8-10 weeks, with support from the Canadian Coast Guard website and the Marine Traffic tool. Use these free resources as part of a self-guided exploration into the daily activities performed by the crew of the CCGS Terry Fox. 

CCGS Cape Farewell

The CCGS Cape Farewell is a search-and-rescue lifeboat based out of Victoria, B.C. Learn more about this vessel’s crew, specifications, and namesake here!

Downloadable resources

The CCGS Cape Farewell teacher’s guide and student activity booklet have been designed to be completed over a period of 8-10 weeks, with support from the Canadian Coast Guard website and the Marine Traffic tool. Use these free resources as part of a self-guided exploration into the daily activities performed by the crew of the CCGS Cape Farewell.