by Waterfront Heritage | Jun 9, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
Owen Sound’s harbour was recently busier than usual as three tugboats and barges dropped in. On June 5, the tugboat John D. was the first to arrive, tying up near a barge that had recently been assembled for the incoming tugboats. The John D. was followed on June 6th...
by Waterfront Heritage | Jun 9, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
Owen Sound had its first shipment of the season on May 30th. The Ontario Venture arrived in the harbour at sunrise to unload grain at the grain elevator. On top of being the first shipment of the season, it was also the ship’s first visit in Owen Sound. The Ontario...
by Waterfront Heritage | May 8, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
Owen Sound’s harbour is now empty, but we’ve got a treat for all the ship watchers out there! This video features every ship we captured coming into the harbour. Enjoy a range of video, pictures, and information about each one!
by Waterfront Heritage | May 1, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
The Chi-Cheemaun has left Owen Sound to begin its 52nd season of transporting cars between Tobermory and South Baymouth. The ferry left yesterday, April 30th on its repositioning cruise, leaving Owen Sound’s harbour empty. Before leaving, the ‘Big Canoe’ held the...
by Waterfront Heritage | Jan 24, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
The bulk freighter Algoma Compass arrived in Owen Sound on January 19th for Winter layup. The Compass has been a common visitor to Owen Sound for winter layup, with recent stays in Owen Sound in 2021-22 and 2025. The freighter also tends to have its fair share of...
by Waterfront Heritage | Jan 23, 2026 | Ships in Owen Sound
The CCGS Judy LaMarsh made an appearance in Owen Sound on January 18, making her the first vessel to enter the harbour in 2026! The Judy LaMarsh was called on to clear the path for the Algoma Compass. The Compass had been required to wait in the bay on its way to...
