On 1/21/2004 , the vessel ENCOURAGER (Official Number 824099) was involved in a risk of sinking in 27 NM SOUTHWEST OF CAPE SABLE ISLAND, NS,.

The vessel, with 3 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 "ENCOURAGER" reported that they were taking on water and were unable to restart engine. The vessel was subsequently towed to West Head, and the cause was determined to be a broken hose.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 25.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/22/2004 .