Series consists of records relating to the correspondence between members of the Steamship Inspectors Office including the Chairman, Senior Steamship Inspectors and Steamship Inspectors, amongst others regarding inspections done before and after the requisition of vessels for the second world war. There is also additional correspondence, including with the owners of the vessels.

Built in 1926 by the Rodd Brothers in Victoria as a power-cruiser yacht. In 1941 she was requisitioned and served at HMCS Naden in Comox BC.
Correspondence regarding the requisition of the vessel for the Second World War between AA Stephens and the Acting Senior Steamship Inspector in Vancouver. The reports on the condition of the hull and machinery were done by Jas Brydon.