On 3/10/1989 , the vessel NOVA MARINER I (Official Number 370471) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 1 NM SOUTHWEST OF BERRY HEAD, TOR BAY, N.S.,.

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 pollution.

VSL DAMAGED AS SHE STRUCK SOME ICE WHILE ENTERING TORBAY HARBOUR Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/12/1991 .