On 5/16/2019 , the vessel DIGBY ISLAND FERRY (Official Number 344744) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Gordon Head, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

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

On 16 May 2019, the ferry "DIGBY ISLAND FERRY" reported cooling water leaks from the port main engine cylinder head whilst in the Haro Strait, BC. The vessel shut down the port main engine and, using the starboard main engine, proceeded to Nanaimo, BC to effect repairs.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/16/2019 .