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We are sad to announce that Ted Morgan has passed away. Always remembered with big smile and kind heart Ted helped with many projects. He was a strong and willing crew member, ready to assist in any way that he could. Ted will be fondly remembered.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our CLI President, Bob McIlwaine. Bob served the organization well for many years, seeing the acquisition of vessels and developing processes and procedures. Bob had a distinguished career as a Reserve Naval Officer and was the owner of CanTrawl. He fought a brave battle with cancer. We were very fortunate to have the benefit of all the work he did behind the scenes. Bob, you will be sorely missed; we wish you fair winds and following seas.
DELTA and FRASER Lifeboats both participated in the Ladner Carol Ships parade on Dec 6 and 7. We provide a safety patrol but light our vessels and sail as part of the group from Wellington Point to Ladner Harbour along the float homes. Another fun event. At the end, crews meet up for great food and camaraderie.
Further details can be read in the Jan 2025 Heaving Line Newsletter on our site.
Fraser Lifeboat conducted a Family Day safety patrol on 19 Feb 2024. No sooner had we left Steveston Harbour than we were called by a tug stating a small vessel needed assistance near Steveston Bend. We found a small aluminum boat with fishing gear and a single occupant with an overheated engine. We advised Coast Guard Radio and then towed him back to the fuel dock and continued on our patrol. We saw several commercial vessel along the way including a deeps heading for Fraser Surrey Wharfs. These patrols provide an added level of response to mariners and gives our crew valuable experience.