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Port of Niagara-on-the-Lake

CANOL🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Niagara-on-the-Lake

This historic port, established in 1781, is located at the mouth of the Niagara River where it meets Lake Ontario. It serves as a harbor and offers pilotage services.

Background
Niagara-on-the-Lake is a town in Ontario, Canada. It is located on the Niagara Peninsula at the point where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario, across the river from New York, United States. Niagara-on-the-Lake is in the Niagara Region of Ontario and is the only town in Canada that has a lord mayor. It had a population of 19,088 as of the 2021 Canadian census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

History

Established
1781

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Ontario
Latitude
43.2547°
Longitude
-79.0653°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3100 →
Wikidata
Q448372 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.notl.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Niagara-on-the-Lake?+
The approach to Niagara-on-the-Lake is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Niagara River Range Front Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Niagara River Range Rear (0.2 NM ESE), Fort Niagara (0.4 NM N), Fort Niagara (0.5 NM NNE), Port Weller Outer (6.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Niagara-on-the-Lake on?+
The Port of Niagara-on-the-Lake 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 Niagara-on-the-Lake?+
You can track vessels near Niagara-on-the-Lake (CANOL) 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 CANOL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Niagara-on-the-Lake?+
The Port of Niagara-on-the-Lake 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.