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Western Maritime Institute Canada Transport Canada accredited private post-secondary provider of marine training for the fishing, commercial, and recreational marine industry.

Western Maritime Institute, was established to provide marine training in urban and rural locations throughout British Columbia and Canada to meet the accreditation training standards established by Transport Canada, the Canadian Coast Guard and Industry Canada for the fishing, commercial and recreational marine industry.

WMI students are building their skills in Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), learning how to plan...
10/09/2026

WMI students are building their skills in Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), learning how to plan passages, monitor routes, and use electronic navigation charts safely and effectively. These hands-on skills are essential for modern maritime navigation! 🚢

⚓Visit maritimeed.com to learn more!

⚓ Master Fishing Vessel Stability! Learn the theory and hands-on skills behind fishing vessel construction and stability...
10/08/2026

⚓ Master Fishing Vessel Stability!
Learn the theory and hands-on skills behind fishing vessel construction and stability, and how to maintain vessel stability across different loading conditions.

Build the knowledge you need to stay safe and confident on the water.

📆 Oct 26 - Nov 06 • Surrey Campus
🔗 Register at maritimeed.com

PTIB approval is not required for this course.

Welcoming the next generation of mariners! ⚓These young students are taking their first steps toward exciting careers on...
10/02/2026

Welcoming the next generation of mariners! ⚓

These young students are taking their first steps toward exciting careers on the water, and we’re proud to be part of their journey at Western Maritime Institute.

⚓️ Students at Western Maritime Institute are taking on a shipboarding exercise, practicing how to safely climb a ladder...
09/30/2026

⚓️ Students at Western Maritime Institute are taking on a shipboarding exercise, practicing how to safely climb a ladder from a small vessel onto a ship.

Hands-on training like this helps students build the skills, confidence, and awareness needed when working around vessels and at sea. 🌊

🌊⚓ World Maritime Day BBQ at WMI!Our students took a break from training to enjoy a BBQ on campus and celebrate World Ma...
09/26/2026

🌊⚓ World Maritime Day BBQ at WMI!

Our students took a break from training to enjoy a BBQ on campus and celebrate World Maritime Day with the WMI community. 🔥🍔

Thanks to everyone who came out and made it a great day!

📡 New classroom, new skills!Students at Western Maritime Institute are getting hands-on with GMDSS communications traini...
09/24/2026

📡 New classroom, new skills!

Students at Western Maritime Institute are getting hands-on with GMDSS communications training, learning how to operate maritime radio and satellite communication equipment in simulated real-world scenarios.

🪢 Up for the challenge! ⚓WMI students are putting their ropework skills into action, taking on a controlled rope-climbin...
09/18/2026

🪢 Up for the challenge! ⚓

WMI students are putting their ropework skills into action, taking on a controlled rope-climbing exercise while practicing technique, strength, and confidence.

Hands-on training that helps build practical skills for life at sea. 💪🌊
Learn more at: https://maritimeed.com/

🧭 Charting the course! ⚓WMI students are putting their navigation skills to work with hands-on chartwork, learning how t...
09/18/2026

🧭 Charting the course! ⚓

WMI students are putting their navigation skills to work with hands-on chartwork, learning how to plot courses, read charts, and navigate with confidence. 🌊📍

learn more at: https://maritimeed.com/

09/11/2026

🔥 Putting training into action! 🚒

Western Maritime Institute students get hands-on experience performing firefighting duties as part of their training. Building teamwork, confidence, and the skills needed to respond when it matters most. ⚓💪

09/04/2026

🌊 Training in the water, preparing for life at sea! ⚓

Western Maritime Institute students are putting their skills to the test in the pool, building confidence, teamwork, and practical skills through hands-on exercises.

From water survival to emergency response, every session helps prepare our students for the challenges they may face on the job. 💪🌊

Address

3519 Hallberg Road
Ladysmith, BC
V9G1K1

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+12502454455

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