On 1/5/2009 1, the vessel PACIFIC SPIRIT (Official Number 392250) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in LONGBEACH SHELL DOCK, TOFINO HARBOUR. B.C,.

The vessel, with 0 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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/6/2009 1. Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.

On 05 January 2009, the 14.6 m Troller, "PACIFIC SPIRIT" ran aground off Longbeach Shell dock in Tofino Harbour, B.C. The vessel was re-floated on the next rising tide with no apparent damage.