4266: Sydney Harbour | Official Canadian Hydrographic Map

Navigate the waters of Cape Breton Island with the CHS Nautical Chart 4266: Sydney Harbour. As an official publication of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS), this chart is an indispensable safety tool for commercial mariners, local fishermen, and recreational boaters entering the historic Y-shaped harbour of Sydney, Nova Scotia.

At a detailed 1:20,000 scale, Chart 4266 provides critical hydrographic data for the South Arm (leading to the Port of Sydney) and the Northwest Arm (adjacent to North Sydney). This map offers precise information on water depths, shoreline configurations, and the nature of the sea bottom, which are vital for safe passage through the Seaward Arm into Sydney Bight.

Key Technical Features:

• Scale: 1:20,000 for high-resolution coastal and harbour navigation.

• Official Data: Shows essential aids to navigation, including buoys, lights, and beacons, as well as underwater hazards and tidal information.

• Comprehensive Coverage: Details the industrial waterfronts, the proposed container terminal areas, and the approaches from the Cabot Strait.

• Professional Grade: Printed on heavy-duty kraft paper, measuring approximately 33" x 47" (or 49" x 36" for full paper size), ensuring durability during on-board use.

• Regulatory Compliance: Meets the carriage requirements for mariners sailing in Canadian waters under the authority of the Canada Shipping Act.

Whether you are docking at the cruise ship terminal or exploring the rugged beauty of the Northeastern Shore, this chart ensures you have the most reliable "road map" of the sea.