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Posted: Thursday, July 30, 2026

Busy weekend expected

BC Day long weekend is the busiest weekend of the year for ferry travel on the coast. Our major routes between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island are expected to be at or near capacity for vehicles during peak times.

Be prepared for sailing waits if a booking has not been made in advance of travel. Depending on when you arrive, there may be limited or no space available for drive-up vehicles. Check Current Conditions before leaving for the terminal for the latest sailing and capacity information, and check Service Notices for operational updates.

If your plans are flexible, consider taking transit and travel as a foot passenger. Walk-on bookings are available on our major routes at no additional cost and are recommended to help secure your preferred sailing. BC Day long weekend travel tips can be found here.

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Reach travellers who are already on the move. Every day, thousands of commuters, tourists, families, and business travellers sail with us, creating a unique, high-engagement environment for your brand.

Our fleet and terminal facilities offer a range of high-visibility advertising opportunities that connect brands with millions of travellers each year. Through our partners, Certified Folder Display Service and Pattison Outdoor Advertising, opportunities include digital screens, kiosks, brochures, magazines, static signage, posters, and other out-of-home media placements.
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Certified Folder

Connect with thousands of BC Ferries passengers each day through high-impact marketing solutions designed to boost visibility and drive results for your business. 

Place your message directly in front of travellers as they journey throughout British Columbia, creating valuable opportunities to inspire exploration, promote your brand, and influence travel decisions at the right moment.

  • Brochure distribution
  • Magazine distribution
  • Digital media advertising

 


For advertising inquiries, please contact: 

Kira Keon, VP of Sales
604-572-9203
kirak@certifiedfolder.com

Onboard digital poster display



Pattison Outdoor

Pattison's advertising network extends across all major ferry terminals in the province and aboard vessels on the busiest routes. Cater to all types of travellers with highly visible digital campaigns they won’t soon forget.

  • Vertical digital posters
    • Available on Spirit of BC and Spirit of Vancouver Island vessels
  • Vessel tabletop dominations
  • Indoor and outdoor posters on board vessels and at terminals
  • Outdoor street level 4-sided kiosks
  • Outdoor trio posters

For advertising inquiries, please contact:

Trevor Hughes, Director of Leasing and Operations
THughes@PattisonOutdoor.com

Ed Kremenik, Regional Sales Manager
EKremenik@PattisonOutdoor.com

Helpful links

 

Media travel request

Please apply at least 10 business days before departure.

Contact information

Media inquiries: (250) 978-1267 or media@bcferries.com.

Advertising or sponsorship: marketing@bcferries.com.

General inquiries 

Sending a camera to a terminal

Please contact the media team in advance to ensure access.

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