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Port Credit

CAPCR🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port Credit

Located at the mouth of the Credit River on Lake Ontario, Port Credit is a Canadian harbor established in 1834. It is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Port Credit is a neighbourhood in the south-central part of the City of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, located at the mouth of the Credit River on the north shore of Lake Ontario. Its main intersection is Hurontario Street and Lakeshore Road, about 0.6 kilometres (0.37 mi) east of the river. Until 1974, Port Credit was an incorporated town. Its approximate boundaries are the Canadian National Railway to the north, Seneca Avenue to the east and Shawnmarr Road to the west. It had a population of 10,260 at the 2001 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1834

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Ontario
Body of Water
Lake Ontario
Latitude
43.5585°
Longitude
-79.5610°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3010 →
Wikidata
Q7230570 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portcredit.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Credit?+
The approach to Port Credit is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Queen's Wharf (4.8 NM NE), Toronto East Entrance Inner (4.8 NM NE), Toronto East Entrance Outer (5 NM NE), Gibraltar Point (8.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Credit on?+
The Port Credit 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 Credit?+
You can track vessels near Port Credit (CAPCR) 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 CAPCR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Credit?+
The Port Credit 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.