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ERNEST LAPOINTE
Winter navigation
For a long time, navigating the St. Lawrence River in winter was deemed impossible, save for the daring few who knew how to manoeuvre an ice canoe.
The main purpose of the first icebreakers was to break up ice jams and prevent flooding in the spring.
Building the ERNEST LAPOINTE
Audioguide correction: The ERNEST LAPOINTE was the Canadian government’s eleventh icebreaker.
The ERNEST LAPOINTE was the first icebreaker to be built by Chantier Davie Canada located in Lévis (Lauzon), Quebec.
The vessel was launched on February 5, 1941, one year behind schedule due to the War.
Are you wondering how the hull of a ship was riveted?
Watch this video clip showing how the hull of the S.S. JOHN W. BROWN was repaired the traditional way.