History of COMRA Marine Rescue Association
In 1967 a group of Oshawa boaters from the Oshawa Power Squardon realized that there was a need for a rescue vessel to help local boaters in times of trouble. This group then approached the City of Oshawa, ON located on Lake Ontario east of Toronto for their help in securing a vessel.
The City of Oshawa agreed to assist and COMRA (City of Oshawa Marine Rescue Association) was born. The boat provided was a 1961, 31ft Bertram, gulf coast fishing boat with twin engines and the speed of approximately 34 knots.
In June of 1968 COMRA was launched. Providing rescue services from the Port of Oshawa Marina.
In 1979 COMRA became one of the founding members of the CMRA (Canadian Marine Rescue Auxiliary). This group of rescue units started the first volunteer marine rescue association in Canada that formally assisted the Canadian Coast Guard in Marine Search and Rescue. In 1996, the Canadian Coast Guard, to formally recognize the excellent work of these volunteer units changed the name of the association to the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary.
COMRA's Unit number is 009 within the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary Central & Arctic Region.
About COMRA SAR
Our History
Our Partners
Our History
COMRA Marine Rescue was founded in 1967. In June of 1968 COMRA was launched. Providing rescue services from the Port of Oshawa Marina.
Our Team
Our Partners
Our History
Our unit operates with a strong and transparent chain of command that ensures safety, accountability, and efficiency in every rescue mission.
Our Team is made up of dedicated volunteers who work seamlessly to keep our waters safe and our rescue operations running smoothly.
Our Partners
Our Partners
Our Partners
We are proud to work alongside a network of trusted partners who make our lifesaving operations possible. These organizations, agencies, and community supporters provide the resources, expertise, and collaboration that keep our crews ready and our equipment mission-ready.
