Vessel Profile

Charlie Sinclair

Charlie Sinclair
Photo: Garry E. Leach

Story

This ferry, passenger/car was built in 1977 by Purvis Navcon Shipyard Ltd. in Selkirk, MB.

Historical Notes

This vessel cost $535,466 to construct.

In 1978-1979 this vessel was in service North Whiskey Jack to Cross Lake MB.

In 1980 this vessel was in service North Whiskey Jack to Pipestone MB.

In 1981-1982 this vessel was in servce at Pipestone and in 1983-1984 in storage at Pipestone MB.

In 1985-2003 this vessel was in service at South Indian Lake (bay and community) MB carrying 16 cars and operated by a crew of 4.

Owners & Masters

In 1977-1985 she was owned by Department of Renewable Resources & Transportation Services, Winnipeg MB Canada.

In 2003-2004 she was owned by the Manitoba Transportation & Government Services Department, Winnipeg MB Canada.

In 2012-2025 she was owned by the Minister of Infrastructure & Transportation, Winiipeg MB Canada.

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