On 6/12/2006 , the vessel JOY (Official Number 540646) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in IVORY ISLAND, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 2 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 7/4/2006 1. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SSW at 5.00 knots.
On 12 June 2006, the US fishing vessel "JOY", with 2 POB, ran aground near Ivory Island, BC. Two persons located on beach, fine and dry.