Canadian Coast Guard Ranks Review

| Rank | Insignia (Sleeve Stripes) | Primary Role | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 1 thin stripe | Officer in training aboard a ship. | | Third Officer | 1 stripe | Junior watchkeeping officer (navigation or engineering). | | Second Officer | 2 stripes | Navigation or cargo officer; senior watchkeeper. | | Chief Officer | 3 stripes | Second-in-command of the vessel; manages deck crew and cargo. | | Master | 4 stripes | Captain of the vessel; ultimate command and responsibility. |

Engine Room Ratings (e.g., Motorman, Fitter) wear similar chevron systems but with a propeller or gear insignia instead of "CCG." canadian coast guard ranks

Senior NCMs wear rank badges on their upper sleeves, typically featuring a crown, an anchor, and chevrons, identical in appearance to Royal Canadian Navy petty officers. | Rank | Insignia (Sleeve Stripes) | Primary

These are senior leaders who bridge the gap between the officers and the crew. | | Chief Officer | 3 stripes |

The CCG has a range of officer ranks, which include:

For easy translation, here is a rough equivalency chart: