Port of North Sydney

The controlling depth at North Sydney is 7.26 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to North Sydney is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sydney Bar Lighthouse at 1 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Sydney Range Front (2.3 NM S), Sydney Range Rear (2.6 NM S), Sydney Range Rear (4.1 NM SSW), Low Point (6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of North Sydney 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.

You can track vessels near North Sydney (CANSY) 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 CANSY on the live map.

The Port of North Sydney 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.

NORTH SYDNEY (UN/Locode: CANSY), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 46.20771° N, -60.24569° E.

Coordinates: 46.20771° N, -60.24569° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SYDNEY NOVA SCOTIA — UN/Locode: CASYD — 46.14275° N, -60.19920° ELOUISBOURG — UN/Locode: CALOU — 45.91734° N, -59.97104° ECAPE BRETON BOATYARD — UN/Locode: CABAD — 46.09610° N, -60.75330° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 7.26 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Fishing, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Special Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.