On 6/22/1983 , the vessel NEWFIE BOY (Official Number 800307) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in E COAST-SE COAST OF NS-CAPE SABLE,.

The vessel, with 6 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

HIT OUTER CAPE LEDGE,HOLED & TAKING ON WATER/TOWED TO NEWELTON. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/13/1984 .