The Liberal government is reforming the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), potentially arming it and transitioning its oversight from the minister of fisheries to the minister of national defence to enhance its role in national security. Prime Minister Mark Carney aims to equip the CCG with new capabilities and expand its mandate to include maritime surveillance and security patrols, amidst discussions on legislative changes and budget improvements. Former CCG Commissioner Jody Thomas emphasizes the need for this reform, highlighting challenges like training and fleet deterioration while advocating for a more robust legal framework for the agency.