Vessel Profile

Foam (H.M.C.S.) (I)

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Story

This tug was built in 1907 by Wallace Shipyards Ltd. (False Creek), Vancouver BC.

Historical Notes

In 1967 this vessel was permanently beached at Bargain Harbour BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1907-1912 she was owned by George McGregor (MO), Victoria BC Canada.

In 1912-1919 she was owned by Victoria Tug Boat Co. Ltd., Victoria BC Canada.

In 1917-1918 she was a motor launch acquired by the Royal Canadian Navy for First World War service.

In 1918-1959 she was owned by the Victoria Tug Boat Co. Ltd., Victoria BC Canada.

In 1959 she was owned by William Barker (MO), Victoria BC Canada.

In 1959-1967 she was owned by Edward G. Warnock (MO), Pender Harbour BC Canada.

Masters

Captain Ellice Cavik

Rebuilds

In 1959 she was rebuilt as a non-powered herring barge 102.06gt/rt

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