On 6/27/2003 , the vessel HAYLEY MATTHEW (Official Number 823716) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in NEAR ENTRY ISLAND, MAGDALEN ISLANDS, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 2 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 on fishing ground the F/V "HAYLEY MATTHEW" experienced engine problems. Vessel was safely towed to Cap Aux Meules by two sport fishing vessels in the vicinity.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the N at 20.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/17/2003 .