Jason Baggs, MMarE, P. Eng, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in marine engineering and project management. Currently serving as a Senior Project Engineer and Class Project Manager at the Canadian Coast Guard since August 1999, Jason oversees the management and vessel life extensions of six Type 1100 Canadian Coast Guard vessels. Previously, Jason held roles such as VLE Project Officer for the CCGS Cygnus and Chief Engineer, where responsibilities included supervising marine engineering departments and ensuring operational readiness. Jason's background also includes firefighting with Halifax Regional Municipality and instructing physics lab exercises at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Marine Engineering from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, a B. Tech in Marine Engineering from Cape Breton University, and a B. Sc. in Physics and Math from Memorial University.
Canadian Coast Guard/Garde côtière canadienne
The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) owns and operates the federal government’s civilian fleet, and provides key maritime services to Canadians. As a Special Operating Agency of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), the CCG helps DFO meet its responsibility to ensure safe and accessible waterways for Canadians. The CCG also plays a key role in ensuring the sustainable use and development of Canada’s oceans and waterways. Canadians expect the federal government to: * protect the marine environment; * support economic growth; * ensure public safety on the water; and * ensure Canada’s sovereignty and security by establishing a strong federal presence in our waters. The CCG helps the government meet the public’s expectation of clean, safe, secure, healthy and productive waters and coastlines. ___________________ La Garde côtière canadienne (GCC) possède et exploite la flotte civile du gouvernement fédéral et fournit des services maritimes essentiels aux Canadiens. En tant qu’organisme de service spécial de Pêches et Océans Canada (MPO), la GCC aide ce ministère à s’acquitter de sa responsabilité de garantir aux Canadiens des voies navigables sécuritaires et accessibles. La GCC joue également un rôle prépondérant dans l’exploitation et le développement durables des océans et des voies navigables du Canada. Les Canadiens attendent du gouvernement fédéral qu’il : protège les milieux marins; soutienne la croissance économique; assure la sécurité du public dans les eaux canadiennes; renforce la présence fédérale dans les eaux canadiennes afin de favoriser la souveraineté du Canada et la sécurité. La GCC aide le gouvernement canadien à répondre aux attentes du public, à savoir bénéficier de côtes et d’eaux propres, sécuritaires, saines et productives.