Travel advisory:
Overnight Closures Planned for George Massey Tunnel
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Posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Overnight Closures Planned for George Massey Tunnel
The Ministry of Transportation has scheduled overnight closures of the George Massey Tunnel for maintenance from September 18 - 20.
Scheduled Highway Closure Times:
- Northbound - Friday, September 18 from 9:00 pm to Saturday, September 19 at 6:00 am
- Southbound Closure - Saturday, September 19 from 9:00 pm to Sunday, September 20 at 6:00 am
Customers travelling to or from Tsawwassen terminal around these times should plan for additional travel time or consider an alternate route via the Alex Fraser Bridge.
Please check DriveBC for the latest road conditions and closure updates here.
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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Escape to the quiet beaches and shores of the Northern Gulf Islands. Surrounded by sparkling water and stunning costal views, each Island community has its own pace, mild climate and outdoor adventures to enjoy. Whether you spend a day on the water kayaking between local bays around Quadra Island, or biking sun-kissed trails on Hornby Island, you will be left with memories for a lifetime.
Top things to do
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Mountain bike
Go on a thrilling mountain biking adventure on Hornby Island and enjoy the beautiful coastal views.
Credit: Darryl Luscombe / SointulArt
Discover local history
Visit Sointula Museum to discover the history of Malcolm Island. Learn how Finnish immigrants working in Nanaimo coal mines in the early 1900s found a self-sustaining place of their own.
Credit: Gowlland Harbour Resort
Kayak or canoe
Kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard in the protected channels and bays around Quadra Island.
Credit: Cape Mudge Resort
Visit Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre
View Indigenous artifacts of cultural, artistic and historic value to the Kwakwaka’wakw people, and see the 3000+ year-old petroglyphs at the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre on Quadra Island.
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Scuba dive
Scuba dive near Flora Islet off St. John Point in Helliwell Provincial Park on Hornby Island, where six-gill sharks hang out from May to September. Or if you prefer to stay on land, stroll along the cliffs of the park to view wildlife.
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Quadra Island
Quadra Island is the perfect destination for anyone looking for a peaceful escape into nature. Go kayaking, canoeing, or whale watching along the stunning coastline or explore some of the many hiking trails along the island. The vibrant arts community on Quadra Island provides artisan shops, galleries, and cultural events around the island to check out too.
