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CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent

CCGS Louis S. St-Laurent is a Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker and fleet support vessel named after a former Canadian Prime Minister. It measures about 124 meters (406 feet) long and is designed to navigate icy waters, support maritime missions, and assist in ensuring safe navigation in Canada’s Arctic and other challenging regions. Equipped with powerful engines and ice-breaking capabilities, it can break through thick ice to aid ships, conduct scientific research, and support national security. It plays a vital role in maintaining Canada’s sovereignty and ensuring safe maritime operations in northern and icy waters.