Issued on: Thursday, September 26, 2024
Due to forecasted high winds for the North Coast, Central Coast, and North Vancouver Island, service on multiple routes in these regions may be affected today, Thursday, September 26, 2024.
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 the 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.
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Reservations are strongly recommended.
Shearwater terminal is located on Denny Island on BC’s Central Coast. The terminal is accessible by Shearwater Drive. Sailings departing from Shearwater provide service to Bella Bella, Ocean Falls and Bella Coola as well as connections to sailings travelling to Port Hardy to the south and Klemtu and Prince Rupert to the north.
Ticket sales and check-in for foot passengers and vehicles close upon arrival of the ferry.
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Klemtu terminal is located on the east side of Swindle Island on BC’s central coast. Sailings departing from Klemtu provide service to Port Hardy and Prince Rupert with a connector service to Bella Bella, Shearwater, Ocean Falls and Bella Coola.
Important note: The dock access road at Klemtu opens 60 minutes prior to the scheduled sailing.
With a reservation – Arrive at the terminal a minimum of 60 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
- Booking check-in opens 60 minutes prior to the scheduled departure for foot passengers and vehicles (including hostles).
Without a reservation – Travel is based on your order of arrival at the terminal.
- Ticket sales and check-in for foot passengers close 20 minutes prior to the scheduled sailing departure.
- Ticket sales and check-in for vehicles (including hostles) close 60 minutes prior to the scheduled sailing departure.
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