On 2/5/1997 1, the vessel ADA GORTHON (Official Number 8305949) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in POINTE AU PIC, QUEBEC,.

The vessel, with 15 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was minor pollution.

During the berthing manoeuvre, shore ice sent the vessel adrift which resulted in a grounding. Vessel was refloated at the subsequent high tide. Ingress of water was discovered and vessel given clearance to proceed to Quebec for inspection.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the NW at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/6/1997 2.