PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Chandler
Pilot
updated Mar 2019Pilotage is available but not compulsory. A local pilot can be obtained, but prior arrangements have to be made through the Atlantic Pilotage Authority.
Key data
updated May 2010Water density
1025.
Load line zone
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.
Tides
Range 1.8m MWL.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler Terminal | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Mar 2019Approach
The alignment (321°) of these lights leads towards Chandler, passing NE of shoal ground extending about 0.2nm SE from Ile Dupuis (48°20'N 064°40'W).
A stranded wreck lies on the S edge of the shoal ground and SW of the outer end of the public jetty (0.7nm ESE).
Anchorages
Good anchorages are available in the roads off Chandler.
Restrictions
There are a number of uncharted outfall pipelines in the harbour extending up to 0.1nm from the W shore. The outfall at L'Anse-a-L'Ilot is covered with rocks. The outer end has a depth of 2.3m over it. A light (mast, 5m in height) (48°20.6'N 064°40.2'W) is exhibited from L'Anse-a-L'llot.
Tugs
Tugs not available.
Charts and publications
BA 4768, 4762. Can 4921, 4485, 4486. Admiralty Pilot NP65, NP286(5).
Reporting before arrival
updated Mar 2019ETA and pre-arrival notices
Masters of vessels requiring a pilot should report their ETA to Atlantic Pilot Authority in Halifax, at least 12 hours before their arrival at the pilot boarding position. The ETA should be confirmed or corrected 4 hours prior to arrival, GMT should be used.
Communications
Grindstone Radio (callsign "VCN").
VHF: Port and Pilots: Ch 16, 11.
Contact Information:
Port Authority
1. Telephone: 1-418-689-6949
2. Facsimile: 1-418-689-4188
Notice of readiness
As per Charter Party or upon docking with first line ashore.
Documents
The authorities will accept IMO forms.
The forms are for Revenue Canada Customs and Excise. The vessels agent will file the documents with the Customs office after the vessel has berthed.
If the required forms are not onboard they can be delivered with the pilot if agent is notified in advance.
Health
Pratique should only be applied for when vessel is arriving from a country which has a plague outbreak or the vessel has had a death onboard and serious illness among the crew or infestation of rats. Pratique can be applied for by radio.
Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and Exemption Certificates can be renewed.
Flags
State flag at the stern, Canadian flag on the mast.
Notices and regulations
The berth is closed from December to April, except in case of need.
Inspections
Port State Control here: Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU.
Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.
Inspection of ships in Canada
Transport Canada,
Inspection and Operations Standards Division,
Tower C, Place de Ville, 330 Sparks Street, 11th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1A 0N5.
For Flag State Inspection Standards (Canadian Vessels):
Tel: +1 613 991 3135
Fax: +1 613 991 4818
Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863
Email: [email protected]
For Port State Control Standards (Foreign Vessels):
Tel: +1 613 991 3135
Fax: +1 613 993 8196
Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863
Email: [email protected]
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Directorate Marine Security - Transport Canada.
Position: Director General.
Address: 112 Kent Street, Tower B, Place de Ville, Ottawa, ON, K1A ON5, Canada.
Tel: +1 613 851 6302
Fax: +1 613 949 3906
Website: http://www.tc.gc.ca
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated May 2010Repairs
Minor repairs only.
Dry docks
Drydock available at Les Mechins, 297km from Chandler (available for major repairs).
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available at the wharf.
Bunkering: Fuel available by rail wagon.
Provisions: Available by ship's chandlers, though in small quantities.
Medical
Local Hospital with good medical facilities.
Transport
Nearest railway: Chandler.
Nearest airport: Gaspe, 120km.
Nearest Highway: Highway 132.
Working hours
Normally 0800-1700hrs. Overtime as required.
About Chandler
updated Mar 2019Where it is
Chandler is located on the S shore of the Gaspe Peninsula at the entrance to Chaleur Bay.
The port
Chandler is a small port serving the local community with some passenger traffic and general cargo.
Questions about Chandler
What are the pilot arrangements at Chandler?
Pilotage is available but not compulsory.
What time zone is Chandler in?
Local time at Chandler is UTC−5. Clocks go to UTC−4 on 14 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−5 on 7 Nov 2027.
What is the water density at Chandler?
1025.
Which load line zone is Chandler in?
North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.
Who carries out Port State Control at Chandler?
Port State Control at Chandler: Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Chandler?
The UN/LOCODE of Chandler is CACHR.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Chandler say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
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