On 4/23/1985 , the vessel CANADIAN PROGRESS (Official Number 328735) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ST LAWRENCE SEAWAY-NEAR LAME SQUAW ISLAND, USA,.

The vessel, with 31 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

STEERING GEAR FAILURE-SHIP RAN AGROUND OUTSIDE OF CHANNEL. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-85. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the ENE at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/29/1987 .