On 7/17/1997 , the vessel SKEENA QUEEN (Official Number 819521) was involved in a risk of striking (near allision) - risk of allision with a fixed object (striking - includes vessels) in SWARTZ BAY, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 8 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

While approaching berth, ferry "Skeena Queen" took avoiding action to avert collision with the pleasure craft "Oran" that was crossing bow from the port side.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/29/1997 .