On 5/31/2009 , the vessel BERNARD B. (Official Number 809374) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in LES ÉCORCHIS, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 4 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 6/15/2009 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the WNW at 12.00 knots.

On 31 May 2009, the small fv "BERNARD B." with 4 pob, ran aground at Les Ecorchis, Quebec, while on its way to its fishing area.The crew was rapidely evacuated to the shore.