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Port of Sidney

CASDY🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Sidney

Sidney is a Canadian marina located in British Columbia. It is a small harbor with full shelter, requiring pilots and tugs for operations.

Background
Sidney L. Port, was a philanthropist, a lawyer and high school and college basketball player. Port grew up in his father's downtown Chicago hotel, Antlers Hotel, at Clark and Lake Street. He started an industrial repair and maintenance parts company called Lawson Products in 1952.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18660 →
GeoNames ID
7602275 →
Wikidata
Q7509286 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CASDY
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Area
West Coast Canada
Latitude
48.6522°
Longitude
-123.3930°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sidney?+
The approach to Sidney is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Turn Point Lighthouse at 6.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Zero Rock (8.7 NM SSE), Portlock Point (10.7 NM N), Lime Kiln Light (12.6 NM SE), Skagit County (Anacortes Area) Lighthouse (12.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sidney?+
The Port of Sidney is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Sidney?+
You can track vessels near Sidney (CASDY) 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 CASDY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sidney?+
The Port of Sidney operates in the UTC-8 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.