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The HMCS Saskatchewan is a fantastic artificial reef located just off the coast of Nanaimo, British Columbia. This 366 foot long Mackenzie class destroyer lies in about 130 feet of water. The wreck is covered in invertebrate life, houses some very large lingcod and cabezon, and a variety of other rockfish.
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Carl Sorensen |
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...of the country. It has a reputation for some great wreck dives, as well as some interesting cold water sites. If freshwater exploration is needed, there are one or two inland locations that are well used. Scuba diving in Canada is not as simple as it tends to be in tropical climates or equatorial countries. Although its waters can be very clear, strong currents can significantly reduce your visibility, and bearing in mind its proximity to the north pole, diving in some parts requires specialist training and equipment simply to beat the cold. The waters off the west coast near the provi...
Read moreName | Distance | |
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Sundown DivingCanada |
7.72 km | |
Scuba Diving British ColumbiaCanada |
6.9 km | |
Nanaimo Dive OutfittersCanada |
8.36 km | |
Sink Or Swim Scuba Inc.Canada |
11.04 km | |
Seadog Divers DenCanada |
29.91 km | |
Sunshine Kayaking & Diving ChartersCanada |
34.26 km | |
Halien Dive CoCanada |
37.96 km | |
Sea Dragon ChartersCanada |
47.59 km | |
UBC Aqua SocietyCanada |
46.34 km |
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Name | Distance | |
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GabriolaCanada |
4.42 km | |
NanaimoCanada |
6.9 km | |
Sechelt BCCanada |
29.92 km | |
SecheltCanada |
30.2 km | |
ParksvilleCanada |
32.78 km | |
ChemainusCanada |
35.1 km | |
ErringtonCanada |
35.44 km |
Name | Distance |
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YCD | Nanaimo ArptCanada, Nanaimo |
6.55 km |
YHS | SecheltCanada, Sechelt |
29.52 km |
YPT | Pender HarborCanada, Pender Harbor |
33.38 km |
DUQ | Duncan/QuamCanada, Duncan/Quam |
49.95 km |
XQU | QualicumCanada, Qualicum |
43.73 km |
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