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Brighton Rescue Auxiliary Unit
The Brighton Auxiliary Rescue Unit (BARU) is a member of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary (CCGA), operating out of Presqu'ile Marina in Brighton. BARU is taken out on marine search and rescue missions by the Joint Rescue Command Centre (JRCC) Central and Arctic Region and also work closely with 424 Squadron, CFB Trenton, the Municipality of Brighton and other CCGA units.
BARU is 100% volunteer operated with 18 members consisting of both crew and land based support positions, as well as a volunteer Board of Directors.
BARU currently operate a thirty foot, twin screw boat "Brighton Rescue" and are on call 24/7 during the regular boating season. For marine search and rescue services call the Canadian Coast Guard on VHF Channel 16 or *16 on your cell phone, or the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre, CFB Trenton at 1-800-267-7270.
For additional information about BARU please go to- brightonmarinerescue.ca
Our 2021 Board of Directors and contact information:
Executive Director - Colleen McCabe
colleen@brightonmarinerescue.ca 905-259-5512
Unit Leader/President - Bill Bernaerts
bill@brightonmarinerescue.ca 613-743-9433
Chief Financial Officer - Matt McMurdo
matt@brightonmarinerescue.ca 226-626-8736
Deputy Unit Leader/Secretary - Josh Logan
josh@brightonmarinerescue.ca 613-661-1322
Unit Training Officer - Terry Cox
terry@brightonmarinerescue.ca 613-847-5344