Oshawa

Size limits

Draught 8.1m.

Water density

1000.

Tides

Nil.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

The approach and main channel, including the two berths has a depth of 8.2m.

The turning Basin is within the harbour basin and has a depth of 6.7m.

Tugs

Available.

Mooring

Mooring lines: Uniform thickness throughout, fitted with an eye not less than 2.4m in length and of sufficient strength to check the vessel.

Anchors: Vessels over 110m must have an operational stern anchor. Orange anchor marking buoys of an approved type, fitted with 22m of suitable line, must be secured to all anchors.

Charts and publications

Can 2050. US 14810.

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Initial ETA to be sent a min of 3 days prior to arrival at Montreal from foreign ports. Additional ETA's should be sent on passing Montreal.

Communications

Precott Coast Guard Radio can be used for passing messages throughout 24 hours. Inmarsat can be used for communication.

VHF: Via Toronto "VBG".

Standard messages

Berthing instructions are passed to a vessel by the agent in Montreal. The message advises berth location, docking side, anticipated cargo, berth availability, anticipated time alongside, any navigational problems anticipated and local conditions.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered as per Charter Party on arrival.

Documents

The above are faxed by the vessel's agent to Customs.

Forms are delivered onboard by the agent as the vessel passes Montreal.

Health

Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Allowances: One carton of cigarettes and 1 bottle of liquor per crew member, per port, is allowed from the bonded store. Penalties for non compliance are seizure of the goods and fines.

Immigration: Immigration authorities are notified by Customs only when crew changes are to take place or there are stowaways onboard or deserters. No one is allowed ashore until the ship is cleared.

Flags

Canadian flag to be displayed as a courtesy.

Notices and regulations

Garbage from foreign ships may not be landed.

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

Repairs

Available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available.

Medical

Lakeridge Health Oshawa in Oshawa, 500m.

Transport

Nearest airport: Toronto Pearson International Airport, 72km.

Airport facilities: Oshawa Airport offers services to Montreal, Ottawa, Windsor and Detroit.

Nearest railway: Oshawa. CNR and CPR terminals in Oshawa.

Working hours

General cargo: Normally 0800-2200hrs, 7 days a week. Bulk cargoes: Throughout 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Where it is

Oshawa is located on the N shore of Lake Ontario.

The port

The port is made up of a dredged basin enclosed by 2 breakwaters with a channel depth of 8.2m at the entrance and 6.7m in turning basin.

The central area of the East Wharf known as the general cargo area, and the entrance wall area of the West Wharf are operated by Oshawa Stevedoring Inc. The principal cargoes include imports and export grain, salt, cement, steel coils, plates, billets, rebar, liquid asphalt and special projects.

The port falls within a major manufacturing area, with companies such as General Motors of Canada located in the vicinity.

From mid 2019, Hamilton and Oshawa Port Authorities merged, forming the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority, to enhance and make the best use of their joint resources.

Traffic

Approx 197,750t of cargo handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Oshawa?

Not available.

What time zone is Oshawa in?

Local time at Oshawa is UTC−5. Clocks go to UTC−4 on 14 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−5 on 7 Nov 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Oshawa?

The deepest berth listed is at Oshawa Port Terminal: 8.10 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Oshawa?

1000.

Who carries out Port State Control at Oshawa?

Port State Control at Oshawa: Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Oshawa?

The UN/LOCODE of Oshawa is CAOSH.

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