On 7/14/2011 , the vessel HIGHLAND HUNTER (Official Number 817622) was involved in a risk of sinking in CHETICAMP, NS,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 14 July 2011, the F/V "HIGHLAND HUNTER" discovered that the vessel had taken on water, partially covering the engine, while approaching the dock in Cheticamp, NS.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NE at 18.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/5/2011 1.