Category Archives: ships

A coastal moment

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Katherine

A busy moment at Open Bay on Quadra Island as BC Ferries Tachek heads to Whaleton on Cortes Island.

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Albern

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Katherine

The Albern is often seen tied up in Fanny Bay, yet for some reason I had never seen her working, until a few days ago. Albern working in Fanny Bay A calm afternoon, and a wonderful sight as the Albern … Continue reading →

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Central Isle

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Katherine

Central Isle at the government wharf in Fanny Bay

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HMCS Alberni K-103

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Katherine

A model of HMCS Alberni on display at CFB Comox HMCS Alberni was a Flower-class corvette that served in the Royal Canadian Navy(RCN) during the Second World War.  Alberni  played a vital role in escorting convoys. She was torpedoed and … Continue reading →

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Powell River Queen

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Katherine

The M/V Powell River Queen is one of three Powell River Class ferries built to operate on the new minor routes acquired by BC Ferries in the early 1960’s. The Bowen Queen, Mayne Queen and the Powell River Queen were … Continue reading →

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Conuma Master

Posted on January 9, 2015 by Katherine

Conuma Master at Jones Marine Group in Chemainus

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Pacific Shadow

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Katherine

Pacific Shadow at French Creek

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BC Ferries Campbell River

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Katherine

An early morning trip across Discovery Passage to Quathiaski Cove on Quadra starts with a visit to BC Ferries Campbell River terminal – and a short wait to board the Powell River Queen. A bit of rain mixed with light … Continue reading →

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CCGS Cape Kuper

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Katherine

CCGS Cape Kuper in Campbell River Cape Kuper is one of 36 Cape-class lifeboats operated by the Canadian Coast Guard. Built: 2005 Victoria Shipyard Ltd., Victoria, British Columbia Construction: Aluminum Length: 14.6 m Breadth: 4.3 m Draft: 1.4 m Freeboard: … Continue reading →

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Duncan Scott

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Katherine

Duncan Scott at Cape Mudge Boatworks, Quadra Duncan Scott has quite the history of owners: 1930-1933 owned by The Superintendent General of Indian Affairs. 1937-1949 owned by The Minister of Mines and Resources. 1958-1961 owned by The Minister of Citizenship … Continue reading →

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