Canadian Coast Guard Crews Recognized With Donation Of Fresh Shellfish

Tara Clow August 4, 2020 6:50 am Last Updated on February 7, 2026 9:34 pm

Today is National Coast Guard day, and many received a special treat in advance.

Over 15 Coast Guard crews received fresh PEI shellfish this month.

That includes PEI oysters and mussels, that were donated to Coast Guard Crews all over Atlantic Canada, to show appreciation for all they do.

Over 170 Canadians are aboard these ships.

“I am very proud to be able to recognize the great work that is carried out by the Canadian Coast Guard personnel,” said Fisheries and Communities Minister Jamie Fox. “The Coast Guard has the often difficult job of keeping our fishers and water ways safe, so we thought that it would be fitting to send them a thank you in the best form possible – Island Seafood”.

Coast Guard Crews all over Atlantic Canada were treated to fresh Island mussels and oysters – a gift from the Department of Fisheries & Communities to support the industry & say thanks for the great work that is carried out by the Canadian Coast Guard https://t.co/pM5W4442Q8 pic.twitter.com/5GdFa2gaKa

— Government of PEI (@InfoPEI) August 3, 2020

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Tara Clow is a multi-award-winning news anchor and reporter with more than 30 years of experience at radio stations across Canada. She is a graduate of the Radio and TV Arts program at Toronto Metropolitan University and the Humber College radio broadcasting program. She is based in Moncton and covers stories across Canada. Contact Tara at clow.tara@radioabl.ca.