On 4/6/1996 1, the vessel SPIRIT OF THE PACIFIC - 328876 (Official Number 328876) was involved in a sank - flooding in WILLIAMS ISLAND, BARKLEY SOUND, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 3 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Chartered diving vessel grounded and quickly sank by the stern. 7 passengers and 3 crew abandoned into inflatable boat. No injuries. Salvage to be attempted.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/9/1996 1.