Burin Bay - The rescue chapter

05/26/2026

A walk along the Holyrood marina during a short brake afforded us a unique opportunity to observe a whale at remarkably close range.

05/26/2026

A walk along the Holyrood marina during a short brake afforded us a unique opportunity to observe a whale at remarkably close range.

05/24/2026

The M/V Goose Bay was part of a remarkable family of Newfoundland-built vessels that played an important role in Atlantic Canadian waters during the late 1960s. Built in 1968 at the historic Carpenter’s Shipyard in Port Union, Newfoundland, Goose Bay was known as the little sister to the M/V Burin Bay, which had been constructed a year earlier in 1967. Together, these vessels represented a proud era of local shipbuilding craftsmanship, designed to handle the demanding conditions of Newfoundland and Labrador’s coastline with strength, reliability, and simplicity.

The family connection extended even further with the larger M/V Hawke Bay, considered the “big sister” of the group, having been built in 1966 at the same shipyard. Though each vessel had its own identity and service history, they shared unmistakable design roots and a common purpose serving coastal communities and government operations throughout the region. Decades later, these vessels continue to hold a special place in the memories of mariners, ship enthusiasts, and coastal residents who recognize them as part of Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich maritime heritage.

05/24/2026

The M/V Goose Bay was part of a remarkable family of Newfoundland-built vessels that played an important role in Atlantic Canadian waters during the late 1960s.
Built in 1968 at the historic Carpenter’s Shipyard in Port Union, Newfoundland, Goose Bay was known as the little sister to the M/V Burin Bay, which had been constructed a year earlier in 1967.
Together, the fleet represented a proud era of local shipbuilding craftsmanship, designed to handle the challenging conditions of Newfoundland and Labrador’s coastline with strength, reliability, and simplicity.

The family connection extended even further with the M/V Hawke Bay, considered the “big sister” of the group, having been built in 1966 at the same shipyard.
Though each vessel had its own identity and service history, they shared unmistakable design and a common purpose serving coastal communities and government operations throughout the region.

Decades later, these vessels continue to hold a special place in the memories of mariners, ship enthusiasts, and coastal residents who recognize them as part of Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich maritime heritage.

05/17/2026

The crew is never resting 💪

05/17/2026

It’s History Sunday aboard the M/V Burin Bay! ⚓📖

Has anyone ever heard of an older vessel named “Shediac Bay”? So far, we can only seem to find information on the newer CCGS Shediac Bay.

Today we wanted to share an amazing discovery made possible through one of the Burin Bay crew’s friends.

A huge thank you to Marcel M., who reached out to A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd. — still operating today in Nova Scotia — and helped uncover original schematics from similar government vessels built during the same era as Burin Bay.

These plans are an incredible resource for us as we continue working on our own electrical refit and restoration project. While marine codes and standards have evolved over the years, seeing how these vessels were originally designed gives us valuable insight into their history and construction.

We truly appreciate everyone who continues to share information, stories, advice, and historical material with us. Every message and every lead helps keep a small piece of Canadian maritime history alive. 🇨🇦⚓

05/16/2026

*Short video*
We need power it’s an EMERGENCY!
The vessel need basic power so the bilge can stay dry. We need light and heat so we can work.

The current electric system was a rat nest, 95% which were not working.

This system will not only be able to power our essentials but as well offering a multi-level safety and peace of mind.

In this video William and I have just received some big pieces for the system and will go over placement for them and a bit of the gear we have received.

Make sure to look the full version video here:

https://youtu.be/WbnFm3nwXSU

05/16/2026

NEW !! Full length video on YouTube 🤩

66’ 1967 patrol vessel is going for the OFF-GRID REFIT!!

We need power it’s an EMERGENCY!
The vessel need basic power so the bilge can stay dry. We need light and heat so we can work.

The current electric system was a rat nest, 95% which were not working. We are RIPPING everything off.

This OFF-GRID system and added electrical component will not only be able to power our essentials but as well offering a multi-level safety and peace of mind while looking pretty dandy 🤓

In this video William and I have just return from shopping some of the big pieces for the system and will go over placement for them and a bit of the gear we have received.

Make sure to follow for more!

Grave Bay Marine

We need power it’s an EMERGENCY! The vessel need basic power so the bilge can stay dry. We need light and heat so we can work. The current electric system wa...

05/12/2026

Iceberg in Bay de Grave!



Grave Bay Marine

05/11/2026

It was never planned, it was meant to be.
If you are just joining us, welcome to our page!

This is nothing fancy or anything next to Hollywood production quality.
This is our everyday, the amazing adventure of 5 souls restoring an historic vessel 🥰

Love, blood, sweats and rots will be filling this page! Make sure to follow 😇