Another busy weekend for the OPP Marine Unit in South Georgian Bay.
During August 5-8, 2021, the marine unit checked 32 vessels and operators for signs of impairment and ensuring proper safety equipment was on board during their 40 hours of patrol.
A total of 21 operators were educated on a variety of minor violations under the Canada Shipping Act (CSA) and also responded to five water based calls for service.
ENFORCEMENT
- Two operators were charged for failing to provide the proper documentation for their vessel and/or their Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC).
- One operator was charged in regards to a speeding violation.
- Two operators were ticketed for failing to have sufficient lifejackets aboard for all passengers.
- Two other operators were charged for CSA violations
- A two vessel property damage only collision investigation on Penetang Bay during the afternoon of Saturday August 7, 2021 resulted in a CSA charge.