On 3/7/1997 1, the vessel COASTAL LAUNCH (Official Number 812708) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in NORTH OF POINT GREY, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Passenger vessel "COASTAL LAUNCH" grounded north of Point Grey tie-ups. Vessel refloated and proceeded to Celtic Shipyard. No pollution.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/16/1997 .