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Service notice - Temporary Vessel Replacement - April 5 - 14, 2025

Posted:   Friday, April 04, 2025

Temporary Vessel Replacement
Swartz Bay (Victoria) – Southern Gulf Islands
April 5 to 14, 2025


The Salish Heron will provide service on our Swartz Bay – Southern Gulf Island route from Saturday, April 5 until Monday, April 14, while the Queen of Cumberland provides temporary service on one of our Sunshine Coast routes.

Passenger amenities on board the replacement vessel include the Coastal Café, a pet area, workstations, as well as a kids play area. We do not anticipate any impact to operations resulting from this temporary vessel replacement.

We thank the community and local businesses in advance for your patience as we complete this necessary work.

For up-to-date sailing and departure information, check Current Conditions, follow @BCFerries on X or phone 1-888-223-3779 for further assistance.

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