Story
This patrol vessel was built in 1928 by Hoffar-Beeching Shipyards Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.
Owners & Masters
In 1928-1949 she was owned by the Attorney General of British Columbia, Victoria BC as a wooden police launch for the British Columba Provincial Police.
In 1950-1959 she was owned by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ottawa ON Canada.
In 1959-1966 she was owned by A. L. Miller Ltd., Victoria BC Canada.
In 1966 she was owned by Alexander Thompson and David J.L. Carlson (MO), both of White Rock BC Canada.
In 1971-2001 she was owned by Benbro Marine Leasing Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
In 2003-2004 she was owned by Donald M. Benson, Madeira Park BC Canada.
In 2011-2020 she was owned by Patrick B. Keoughan, Sechelt BC Canada.
In 2023-2024 she was owned by the Tanya Ray Fishing Ltd., Hefley Creek BC Canada.
Rebuilds
Extensive re-fits in 2006 and 2009, including new wheelhouse, planking and deck.
Repower
Repowered with a 50bhp engine Vivian Engine Works Ltd. Corp., Vancouver, BC (1937) ; Repowered with a 85hp diesel engine The Buda Co., Harvey, IL (1954).
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- www.penderharbourheritage.ca ↗
- RG18 Accession 1985-86/048 Box 40 File 966-83-4 (1954) Boats & Equipment Taken Over From B.C.P.P. LAC Reel T-11578 (Dali-Anne)
- Email (Bryon Taylor - Nauticapedia 18/11/2018)
