The Norgoma Boat's Final Voyage And Resting Place

The MS Norgoma was a Canadian package freighter and passenger ferry, which could also transport automobiles on a limited basis. The ship was originally constructed as a steam-powered vessel in 1950, and sailed the route from Owen Sound to Sault Ste. Marie, serving isolated communities along the north shore of Lake Huron. In 1963, the Norgoma was converted to an automobile ferry and ran between Tobermory and South Baymouth until she was replaced in 1974. The ship was later berthed as a museum ship in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.

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The MS Norgoma was a Canadian package freighter and passenger ferry

In 1963, the Norgoma was converted to an automobile ferry and ran between Tobermory and South Baymouth until she was replaced by the Chi-Cheemaun in 1974. The Norgoma was then transferred to the popular Manitoulin Island ferry route between Tobermory and South Baymouth, along with her sister ship SS Norisle, replacing the smaller ferry, MS Normac, on that route.

In 1981, the ship was transferred to a charity, the St. Mary's River Marine Heritage Centre, and was berthed as a museum ship in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.

The Norgoma was built at the Collingwood shipyards in 1950

The Norgoma was originally constructed as a steam-powered ship, but was later converted to a motor ship. After this conversion, she was transferred to the popular Manitoulin Island ferry route between Tobermory and South Baymouth, along with her sister ship SS Norisle. The Norgoma travelled mainly on the North Channel route until 1963.

Improvements to Ontario's highways, such as the Trans-Canada Highway (Georgian Bay Route) completed in 1962, brought about stiff competition for the Norgoma. In 1963, the Norgoma was replaced by the Chi-Cheemaun.

The Norgoma was berthed as a museum ship in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, in 1981. The ship was transferred to a charity, the St. Mary's River Marine Heritage Centre.

The Norgoma travelled mainly on the North Channel route until 1963

The Norgoma was a Canadian package freighter and passenger ferry, which could also transport automobiles on a limited basis. It was originally constructed as a steam-powered ship in 1950, and sailed mainly from Owen Sound to Sault Ste. Marie, serving isolated communities along the north shore of Lake Huron. This route, known as the 'Turkey Trail', was a five-day round trip, which the Norgoma completed once a week.

The Norgoma was berthed as a museum ship in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Norgoma travelled mainly on the North Channel route until 1963. Improvements to Ontario's highways, such as the Trans-Canada Highway (Georgian Bay Route) completed in 1962, brought about stiff competition for the company. In 1963, the Norgoma was converted to an automobile ferry and ran between Tobermory and South Baymouth until she was replaced by the Chi-Cheemaun in 1974.

In 1981, the ship was transferred to a charity, the St. Mary's River Marine Heritage Centre. The Norgoma was reviewed by the City Council of Sault Ste. Marie in 2018, who decided to give the vessel another chance.

The Norgoma was replaced by the Chi-Cheemaun in 1974

The Norgoma was a Canadian package freighter and passenger ferry, which could also transport automobiles on a limited basis. The ship was originally constructed as a steam-powered vessel in 1950 and sailed from Owen Sound to Sault Ste. Marie, serving isolated communities along the north shore of Lake Huron. In 1963, the Norgoma was converted to an automobile ferry and ran between Tobermory and South Baymouth. However, in 1974, the Norgoma was replaced by the Chi-Cheemaun.

After being replaced, the Norgoma was berthed as a museum ship in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. In 1981, the ship was transferred to a charity, the St. Mary's River Marine Heritage Centre. The Norgoma has a rich history and played an important role in serving isolated communities along the north shore of Lake Huron. Today, it continues to be a point of interest for visitors and locals alike, with some even holding meetings on the deck of the ship.

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