Modified Schedule – Dock Fit Testing
Village Bay (Mayne Island) – Swartz Bay (Victoria)
Tuesday, November 24, 2026

To complete life extension work, a full berth closure at Otter Bay (Pender Island) terminal will be required. As a result, all regular ferry service to and from Pender Island will be suspended from November 20–24, 2026. More information, including the foot-passenger water-taxi schedule, is available here.

Prior to the Otter Bay dock returning to full service, dock fit testing is needed for vessels operating at Otter Bay. This will result in a delayed arrival for the following sailing from Village Bay (Mayne Island) to Swartz Bay (Victoria) on November 24.

Original Schedule:

Revised Schedule:

Further information on the project is available on the Otter Bay Terminal project page. Customers are encouraged to subscribe to this page for ongoing project updates.

Thank you to our customers and neighbours for your patience and understanding as we work to complete this terminal project.

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

Temporary Vessel Replacement and Revised Departure Time
Swartz Bay (Victoria) – Fulford Harbour (Salt Spring Island)
October 24 – December 11, 2026

The Queen of Cumberland will provide service on our Swartz Bay – Fulford Harbour route October 24 - December 11, 2026, while the Skeena Queen undergoes its scheduled refit.

To accommodate vessel fueling operations, the 9:00 pm Wednesday evening sailing from Swartz Bay will depart 15 minutes later than scheduled, at 9:15 pm on the noted dates.
•    October: 28
•    November: 4, 11, 18 and 25
•    December: 2 and 9

Passenger amenities on board the Queen of Cumberland include the Coast Café Express, a designated pet area, workstations, and a children's play area.

Thank you for your patience and our apologies for any inconvenience experienced as a result of this schedule adjustment.

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

Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026

Terminal Upgrades – Berth Closure and Alternate Service
Otter Bay (Pender Island)
December 2025 to Fall 2026

Life extension work continues at Otter Bay Terminal and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

Planned Berth Closure

To complete the remaining work, a full berth closure at Otter Bay Terminal will be required. As a result, all regular ferry service to and from Pender Island will be suspended from November 20 - 24, 2026. Emergency and essential services will not be impacted, and Dangerous Goods (DG) sailings will be revised to accommodate the closure and updated online. BC Ferries will work with commercial users to minimize disruptions.  

During the Berth Closure

• A foot-passenger water-taxi service will operate between Otter Bay Marina on Pender Island and the Terminal Maintenance Float, adjacent to Berth 1 (in front of the ticket booth area) at Swartz Bay terminal.
• Tickets can be purchased at the Swartz Bay foot passenger ticket booth.
• Landing areas waiting rooms will be heated and have access to washrooms.
• Terminal staff will be on site to assist customers and provide directions to the loading area.
• Customers will be able to transport items such as bicycles, strollers, and mobility aids.
• Free parking will be available at both terminals.
• There will be a complimentary shuttle service between the Otter Bay Marina and Otter Bay terminal (approx. 300 metres).
• Pets are welcome on the water-taxi and shuttle, subject to each operator’s pet policy.

A detailed Alternate Service Guide is available for download on the Otter Bay Terminal project page.  Customers are encouraged to subscribe to this page for ongoing project updates.

Water-taxi Schedule

(approx. 75-minute crossing time including loading/unloading)

Friday, November 20

Saturday, November 21

Sunday, November 22

Monday/Tuesday, November 23/24

* The ramp at Swartz Bay becomes steep during low tides. Sailing times with an asterisk may be challenging for persons with mobility issues.

Note: schedules are subject to change and will be updated here as required.

Passenger safety is top priority. The water-taxi operator reserves the right to refuse service if safety requirements are not met.

Customers and nearby residents may notice increased daytime construction noise during the construction period; every effort will be made to minimize disturbance.

Prior to the dock returning to full service, dock fit testing is required for vessels operating at Otter Bay, which will result in a delayed arrival for the 11:15 am sailing from Village Bay (Mayne Island) to Swartz Bay (Victoria) on November 24. More information is available here.

Thank you to our customers and neighbours for your patience and understanding as we work to complete this terminal project.

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