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Service notice - Elevator Out of Service

Posted:   Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Posted: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 8:07 am

The elevator on our Saltery Bay (Powell River) to Earls Cove (Sechelt) vessel is currently out of service and access to passenger areas is limited to the stairs only. Customers will have access to accessible portable washroom facilities on the vehicle deck.

We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience you may experience as a result. Our team is working to fix the issue and will provide updates as soon as they become available.

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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