MV Lequime facts for kids
Fintry Queen – 14 March 2011
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| Canada | |
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| Completed | 1947 |
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| Type | Ferry |
The MV Lequime was a famous ferry boat that sailed on Okanagan Lake in British Columbia, Canada. It was one of the most well-known ferries to ever operate on the lake. The Lequime was built in 1947 and later got a new name, the Fintry Queen.
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The Story of the MV Lequime
Building a New Ferry
Plans to build the Lequime started on May 1, 1946. It was designed to be similar to an older ferry called the MV Pendozi. Building new ferries like these helped people travel across the lake.
Crossing Okanagan Lake
The Lequime carried cars and other goods across Okanagan Lake. It traveled between the towns of Kelowna and Westbank. Two other boats, the MV Lloyd-Jones and the Pendozi, also helped with this job.
However, as more and more people moved to the area, these three ferries started to get very busy. They struggled to carry everyone and everything that needed to cross the lake. This problem was solved when the Okanagan Lake Bridge opened in 1958. The bridge made it much easier and faster to cross the lake.
A New Life for the Ferry
After the bridge opened, the Lequime was no longer needed as a ferry. But its story didn't end there! The boat was updated and given a new look. A large paddle wheel was added to the back of the boat.
After these changes, the Lequime (now known as the Fintry Queen) was used for fun activities. It became a floating restaurant where people could eat. It also offered exciting cruises around Okanagan Lake. This allowed many more people to enjoy the beautiful lake from the deck of this historic vessel.
