BC Ferries Crewing and Hiring Update
First off, the Gabriola Ferry Advisory Committee would like to offer a giant thank you to the Gabriola and Nanaimo ship…
‘Fast Facts’ on the New Ferries
BC Ferries has provided the FAC with the following ‘Fast Facts’ for the new, two-vessel ferry service starting April 12. Capacity…
New Ferries Begin April 12
BC Ferries has just announced that he two new Island Class vessels will begin service Tuesday April 12. One of the…
Free WiFi at Descanso Bay and Nanaimo Harbour Ferry Terminals
A long standing item has been ticked off the wish list of many Gabriolans. Last year the BC Government announced that…
BC Ferries Potential Service Disruptions
As you may have heard on the news, BC Ferries is anticipating the potential for sailing disruptions on all routes, and…
Quinsam Returning to Regular Service Wednesday, Nov. 24
Excellent news! The Gabriola FAC has been advised by BC Ferries that regular service on our route will resume on Wednesday,…
Modified Ferry Schedule – Frequently Asked Questions
Update as of Nov. 22 – The FAC continues to hear reports of difficulties finding the location of the water taxi…
Ferry Schedule Change
BC Ferries has advised the FAC that a new schedule is being implemented next Monday, October 4th in order to reduce…
Terminal Upgrade Update
BC Ferries has informed the Gabriola FAC that they are postponing the major work on the Route 19 terminals in Nanaimo…
Free Wi-Fi Coming to Gabriola and Nanaimo Harbour Ferry Terminals
The BC Government announced yesterday that free Wi-Fi would be coming to 14 more ferry terminals, including Descanso Bay and Nanaimo…