The Canadian Coast Guard implemented a temporary reduced speed limit of 10 knots for vessels in a portion of that area. Oceanex says reduced speed limits mean route delays between St. John's and Montreal, as well as increased labour and fuel costs. As soon as the reduced speed is removed by the federal government, Oceanex said the surcharge will be removed. Between 10 and 12 dead right whales have been found in the Gulf since June 7. There are only about 500 North Atlantic right whales left in the world.

Source: CBC News August 18, 2017 15:08 UTC