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Newsroom
June 03, 2026
BC Ferries welcomes the return of the restored Persephone to Town of Gibsons
June 02, 2026
BC Ferries implementing temporary fuel surcharge in response to global fuel price volatility
May 29, 2026
BC Ferries exploring future onboard food and retail experience as part of fleet renewal program
May 13, 2026
BC Ferries prepares for a busy summer as demand grows and system pressures are expected to continue
May 12, 2026
Expanded advance bookings and terminal improvements between Powell River and Comox expected to reduce congestion, improve travel certainty
May 05, 2026
BC Ferries Announces Policy Update to Safely Transport Immobile Undamaged EVs
May 04, 2026
Community input drives change to reduce congestion, improve travel for Bowen Island
Ferry tales
Ferry news & updates
BC Ferries welcomes the return of the restored Persephone to Town of Gibsons
The restored Persephone, iconic tugboat from The Beachcombers, preserves Gibsons’ coastal heritage, waterfront history, and Sunshine Coast stories for future generations.
BC Ferries celebrates the arrival of Island xwsaĺux̌ul to strengthen inter-island ferry service
Island xwsaĺux̌ul is the first of four new Island Class vessels arriving as part of our ongoing fleet renewal program. The vessel name was gifted by Snuneymuxw First Nation.
Introducing the Summit Class
Summit Arbutus, Summit Cedar, Summit Maple, and Summit Spruce.
New major vessels coming to the coast in 2029.
Preparing for a busy summer as demand grows and system pressures are expected to continue
We're preparing for another busy summer season, with demand expected to exceed last year’s record levels with major events like the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Updated policy for transporting immobile, undamaged EVs
Effective May 19, we’re updating our policy to allow immobile, undamaged electric vehicles to be transported under specific conditions, while maintaining safety requirements.
Community input drives changes for Bowen Island
We’re adjusting the weekly Dangerous Goods sailing to an earlier time to help reduce congestion at Snug Cove during peak travel times and improve the travel experience from Bowen Island.
Experience Card changes to provide more flexibility for customers
We're reducing the minimum vehicle Experience Card top-up amount required for online on all routes where the program applies.
BC Ferries receives Lifesaving Society award for Denman Island water rescue
We've received a Water Safety Excellence Award from the Lifesaving Society of BC at the 114th Annual Commonwealth Awards for Honour & Rescue.