On 4/1/2005 1, the vessel MARIKA SANDRINE (Official Number 816373) was involved in a risk of sinking in 20 NM, NE OF EAST POINT OF PEI, QUEBEC (QC).

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 unknown pollution.

The F/V "MARIKA SANDRINE", engaged in seal hunting, reported taking on water. The water ingress (caused by ice) was brought under control using pumps.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/4/2005 8.