The M/S Jacques-Cartier can accommodate up to 400 passengers. Its three decks include two large heated and fully equipped cabins, suitable for groups. Each of these comfortable, modern cabins has a capacity of 200. The cabin on the second deck also features a breathtaking 360° panoramic view. The upper (sun) deck has outdoor seating.

The ship uses the latest high-tech navigational equipment (radar, sonar, electronic chart system with GPS and DGPS, automatic identification system, etc.) and is equipped with a waste-water recovery system. Since 1972, the M/S Jacques-Cartier has undergone annual re-certification by the Canadian Coast Guard.

Technical data
• Construction: steel
• Capacity: 400 passengers
• Length: 46 m (150 feet)
• Width: 11 m (36 feet)
• Propulsion: 2 V-16 MWM-Deutz Diesel engines
• Water draught: 2,5 m (8 feet)
• Air draught: 15 m (50 feet)
• Speed: 12 knots (14 mph)