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Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island)

CAILS🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island)

L'Île-des-Soeurs is a port facility located on the Saint Lawrence River near Montreal, Canada. It serves as a terminal for bulk cargo and general cargo operations. The port is equipped to handle various vessel types and is operated by Groupe Desgagnés.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Groupe Desgagnés

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAILS
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-QC
Latitude
45.3000°
Longitude
-74.0333°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
2300 →
Wikidata
Q25391371 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island)?+
The approach to L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Soulanges Canal Lower Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the NE. Other aids include Soulanges Canal Lower Entrance Range Front (3.9 NM ENE), St. Louis Bridge Range Rear (4.4 NM SE), Upper Beauharnois Lock Range Rear (4.5 NM E), Powerhouse Range Rear (4.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island) on?+
The Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island) is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in CA. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island)?+
You can track vessels near L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island) (CAILS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for CAILS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island)?+
The Port of L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island) operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.