On 01/04/2026 23:27 UTC a magnitude 4.3 earthquake occurred near N of Bon Accord, Canada. Hypocentre depth: 5 km. Coordinates: 53.926°, -113.395°.
Event technical data
| Magnitude | M 4.3 |
| Depth | 5 km |
| Coordinates | 53.9263°, -113.3953° |
| Time (UTC) | 2026-04-01 23:27 UTC |
| Location | 10 km N of Bon Accord, Canada |
Seismic context
Technical analysis: Canada’s main seismic zones are coastal British Columbia (Cascadia) and the St. Lawrence / Charlevoix region in the east.
Geotechnical relevance
For geotechnical engineering in Canada, monitoring local seismicity supports site-specific hazard assessment, liquefaction screening of saturated sands, seismic slope-stability checks and foundation design for dynamic loads. Each recorded event refines local ground-motion and attenuation models.
Official source
Earthquakes Canada (NRCan) — official national earthquake monitoring authority. Visit Earthquakes Canada (NRCan) →
Cross-checked with the global USGS catalogue.
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