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CBC
23-07-2025
- CBC
Fire on N.S.-P.E.I. ferry in 2022 a ‘canary in the coal mine,' says TSB
The Transportation Safety Board has released its findings after an investigation into a fire on the MV Holiday Island ferry three years ago. The board is using the report as a jumping-off point to launch a national investigation into the nearly 400 fires on commercial vessels in Canada over the last decade CBC's Wayne Thibodeau reports.
Toronto Sun
23-07-2025
- General
- Toronto Sun
P.E.I. ferry fire in 2022 prompts national investigation by safety board
Published Jul 23, 2025 • 1 minute read A Canadian Coast Guard boat heads out to the MV Holiday Island, a Northumberland Ferries Limited vessel that caught fire on July 22, 2022 and continued to burn on July 23. Photo by SaltWire file CHARLOTTETOWN — Canada's transportation safety board has launched a national investigation into fires aboard ships and the responses to them. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The independent agency announced the investigation in its report released today on a fire that broke out aboard a ferry as it approached a terminal in Prince Edward Island in July 2022. The fire on the MV Holiday Island started in the engine room after a repair to its fuel injection system failed. The agency says there was confusion over who was responsible for the ferry's safety. It recommends that Transport Canada provide better guidance to reduce the risk of vessels operating without minimum safety requirements. The board says its national investigation will consider how to improve systemic safety gaps related to ship fires. Canada Golf Toronto & GTA Ontario Sunshine Girls
Global News
23-07-2025
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- Global News
P.E.I. ferry fire in 2022 prompts national investigation by safety board
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Canada's transportation safety board has launched a national investigation into fires aboard ships and the responses to them. The independent agency announced the investigation in its report released today on a fire that broke out aboard a ferry as it approached a terminal in Prince Edward Island in July 2022. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The fire on the MV Holiday Island started in the engine room after a repair to its fuel injection system failed. The agency says there was confusion over who was responsible for the ferry's safety. It recommends that Transport Canada provide better guidance to reduce the risk of vessels operating without minimum safety requirements. The board says its national investigation will consider how to improve systemic safety gaps related to ship fires. Story continues below advertisement This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 23, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
23-07-2025
- General
- Winnipeg Free Press
P.E.I. ferry fire in 2022 prompts national investigation by safety board
CHARLOTTETOWN – Canada's transportation safety board has launched a national investigation into fires aboard ships and the responses to them. The independent agency announced the investigation in its report released today on a fire that broke out aboard a ferry as it approached a terminal in Prince Edward Island in July 2022. The fire on the MV Holiday Island started in the engine room after a repair to its fuel injection system failed. The agency says there was confusion over who was responsible for the ferry's safety. It recommends that Transport Canada provide better guidance to reduce the risk of vessels operating without minimum safety requirements. Monday Mornings The latest local business news and a lookahead to the coming week. The board says its national investigation will consider how to improve systemic safety gaps related to ship fires. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 23, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
23-07-2025
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
P.E.I. ferry fire in 2022 prompts national investigation by safety board
CHARLOTTETOWN - Canada's transportation safety board has launched a national investigation into fires aboard ships and the responses to them. The independent agency announced the investigation in its report released today on a fire that broke out aboard a ferry as it approached a terminal in Prince Edward Island in July 2022. The fire on the MV Holiday Island started in the engine room after a repair to its fuel injection system failed. The agency says there was confusion over who was responsible for the ferry's safety. It recommends that Transport Canada provide better guidance to reduce the risk of vessels operating without minimum safety requirements. The board says its national investigation will consider how to improve systemic safety gaps related to ship fires. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 23, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
