On 8/6/1998 1, the vessel UPPER CANADA (Official Number 190421) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in GEORGIAN BAY, ONTARIO,.
The vessel, with 6 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/9/1998 7. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots.
Vessel struck breakwall causing damage to starboard rudder while manoeuvering to turn vessel to discharge large truck.