Story
This work boat was built in 1944 by Industrial Shipping Co. Ltd. in Halifax, NS.
Historical Notes
The RCN employed this vessel as a Harbour Craft at St. John's Newfoundland.
Owners & Masters
In 1944 she was built for the Royal Canadian Navy.
In 1946 she was sold out of service.
In 1950-1963 she was owned by Fisheries Products Ltd., St. John's NL Canada.
In 1963-1976 she was owned by Bay Roberts Fisheries Ltd., St. John's NL Canada.
Name Significance
The Initials "H.C." stood for Harbour Craft.
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 20/01/2018)
- RG24D-1-c Volume 5039 File 8000-400/17 General Information - Yard Craft 17
- recherche-collection-search.bac-lac.gc.ca ↗ (website viewed 15/03/2025)
