Issued on: Thursday, September 28

This Truth and Reconciliation long weekend, busy travel days can be expected from Friday, September 29 through Tuesday, October 3 on the following routes:

• Vancouver (Tsawwassen) – Victoria (Swartz Bay),
• Vancouver (Tsawwassen) – Southern Gulf Islands,
• Vancouver (Tsawwassen) – Nanaimo (Duke Point),
• Vancouver (Horseshoe Bay) – Nanaimo (Departure Bay),
• Vancouver (Horseshoe Bay) – Sunshine Coast (Langdale),
• Vancouver Island - Gulf Islands
   

Historically, the most popular travel times are Friday afternoon, as well as Saturday morning, with many travellers leaving from Tsawwassen and Horseshoe Bay terminals. The following Monday and Tuesday mornings are typically the most popular times for people to return to Metro Vancouver from Vancouver Island, Southern and Northern Gulf Islands, and the Sunshine Coast.

Long Weekend Travel Tips:

• Travel off peak or walk on board – Customers driving on board without a booking may experience sailing waits during peak travel times. Consider travel as a foot passenger or during less busy times of the day to avoid sailing waits. Foot passenger bookings are available on most sailings between the Mainland and Vancouver Island this long weekend. Vehicle deck space fills up quickly. If your plans are flexible, consider carpooling or take public transit.

• Parking – Parking lots fill up quickly on long weekends. Public transit, ride-sharing or drop-offs are good options if they work for you. For schedule information visit TransLink,  BC Transit or BC Ferries Connector Service.
• Arrive Early - Customers with bookings should plan to arrive at the terminal 45-60 minutes before their sailing. Have your booking number ready at the ticket booth and tap to pay for a quick check in.
• Car Alarms - Please consider disarming your car alarm for the benefit of other passengers, their pets and our crew. Check your owner’s manual for instructions on how to do so.
• Assured Loading Tickets (ALT) and Experience™ Card– To avoid delays at the terminal, load your ALT and Experience™ Card in advance of travel on bcferries.com

We look forward to welcoming you on board this coming weekend.

For the most up-to-date sailing and departure information, customers can follow our @BCFerries X Account, check Current Conditions or visit bcferries.com.