Reposted: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
We are actively following a rapidly intensifying storm that is expected to reach parts of British Columbia’s West Coast by Tuesday, November 19, 2024. The adverse weather conditions may impact travel through Wednesday, November 20.
Travellers are advised to check our Service Notices page prior to travel for any possible service disruptions.
The safety of our passengers and crew is of primary importance to us, and we will continue to monitor this weather system and share information as it becomes available. For further information regarding any weather warnings in place, please visit Environment Canada.
For the most up-to-date sailing and departure information, customers can follow our @BCFerries X Account, check Current Conditions or visit bcferries.com.
Reissued: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Revised Schedule
Descanso Bay (Gabriola Island) – Nanaimo Harbour
As of Saturday, November 16, 2024
The Port of Nanaimo issued an immediate and mandatory order for the removal of all vessels using the Vessel Visiting Pier until further notice as there is a severe risk posed by the compromised condition of the facility.
As a result, the following sailings between Descanso Bay – Nanaimo Harbour have been cancelled until further notice.
Cancelled Sailings:
7:05 am departing Descanso Bay
5:05 pm departing Descanso Bay (Daily - except Wednesdays)
These impacts are expected to extend through the end of November. Customers looking to travel this route should be aware of the following revised schedule until further notice:
Beginning Saturday, November 16
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Departing Descanso Bay |
Departing Nanaimo Harbour |
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5:15 am (Mon - Fri Only) |
5:45 am (Mon - Fri Only) |
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6:20 am |
6:55 am (Mon - Sat Only) |
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7:35 am (Mon - Sat Only) |
7:35 am (Mon - Sat Only) |
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8:10 am |
8:10 am |
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8:45 am |
8:45 am |
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9:20 am |
9:20 am |
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9:55 am |
9:55 am |
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10:30 am |
10:30 am (Wed * – DG Only) |
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11:05 am |
11:05 am |
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11:40 am |
11:40 am |
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12:55 pm |
12:55 pm |
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1:30 pm |
1:30 pm |
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2:15 pm |
2:15 pm |
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2:50 pm |
2:50 pm |
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3:25 pm |
3:25 pm |
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4:00 pm |
4:00 pm |
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4:35 pm |
4:35 pm |
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5:05 pm (Wed Only) |
5:05 pm |
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5:40 pm (Wed * – DG Only) |
6:15 pm |
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6:50 pm |
7:30 pm |
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8:00 pm |
9:10 pm |
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9:40 pm |
10:05 pm (Except Wed) |
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10:30 pm (Except Wed) |
11:00 pm |
* Dangerous Goods - No Passengers
Further updates will be provided as information becomes available. We appreciate your continued patience.
For up-to-date sailing and departure information, visit bcferries.com, follow @BCFerries on X or phone 1-888-223-3779 for further assistance.