On 6/3/1999 1, the vessel HOPE 1 (Official Number 3838) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in MORRISBURG, ONTARIO,.

The vessel, with 21 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/17/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots.

On 3 June 1999 the bulk carrier Hope I, loaded with 19,016 tons of wheat and under the conduct of a pilot, was proceeding downbound in the St. Lawrence Seaway. In the vicinity of Canada Island, the vessel experienced a loss of electrical power. The vessel left the channel and grounded in front of the government wharf at Morrisburg, Ontario. There were no injuries or pollution as a result of the grounding.