Canadian Coast Guard

Buoys program

In order to complement the observational network, Environment Canada operates a network of buoys across the country. This data becomes part of the collection of weather reports sent to the distribution network and is used to improve marine forecasting. The location, WMO identifiers and names of the Environment Canada buoys are given in the regional annexes.

Mariners are requested to use caution when approaching buoys as mooring chains are normally not detectable from a ship and can be damaged or even cut if there is contact, what will make the buoy loose and cause a costly recovery of the platform. Please keep the Regional PMO's informed of any incidents involving buoys.

Buoy Locations: buoy positions are described in each specific regional annex.