I guess she conveniently ignored the part where no Canadian shipyards so much as put in a bid to build them because they knew they couldn't.
Maybe the Transport Minister should instead be wondering why there is no effective shipbuilding industry in Canada?
Damned right the federal government should continue financial support for #BCFerries: it's part of the national highways system. They pay for Canada #1, don't they? And for ferries and bridges in #AtlanticCanada? (https://www.ckbw.ca/2024/04/17/72452/#)
The dogs were out sniffing cars at Tsawwassen ferry terminal today. I wonder what's up? Is this normal now? #yyj #BCFerries
Waiting for daughter to come visit from Lower Mainland. Cancellations and delays all day. Oof! BC Ferries is having a awful Friday afternoon .
https://www.bcferries.com/current-conditions/HSB-NAN
#nanaimo #bcferries
Whale! 🐋
#whale #BCFerries
#EndFossilFuels #ClimateAction
Fact: Taking a BC Ferry from Metro Vancouver to Vancouver Island is a High CO2 experience, though if it's a full ferry, it's not terrible (~5kgCO2/passenger)
By 2031, BC Ferries will have replaced 18 ferries (big and small!) in 15 years, and nearly all will be 100% electric-ready.
They just announced they're doing the big ships next.
"Built with diesel-battery hybrid propulsion systems and designed with the capability to operate on full electric power in future, the NMVs are expected to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve fuel efficiency, and lower underwater radiated noise to better protect marine life. With greater capacity than the vessels they replace, the NMVs will offer more space for vehicles and passengers and upgraded amenities, supporting a more reliable and comfortable travel experience.”
The age of fossil fuels is ending. Any politician or lobbyist who says otherwise is either not paying attention, or bought.
#BCPoli #CanPoli #CdnPoli #ClimateEmergency #SalishSea #BCFerries
https://www.bcferries.com/news-releases/bc-ferries-selects-shipyard-to-construct-four-new-major-vessels
Only $65, or less, for June 15 on #BCFerries to celebrate its 65th anniversary! Pretty good Father's Day Present! :)
#FathersDay #BCFerries #BC #Boats #Travel
https://www.albernivalleynews.com/home2/bc-ferries-celebrates-65-years-with-65-saver-fares-8062747
If you feel like providing feedback on the cycling experience with BC Ferries, here's a link
https://actionnetwork.org/forms/share-your-feedback-cycling-on-bc-ferries
Planning a trip with #bcferries this June? Might want to consider June 15th
Sometimes it's good to be reminded that what we have is actually pretty great, and people outside our local bubbles see it as such even as we continue to complain about the day to day troubles.
Seattle Hot Take: BC Ferries is cool.
#BCFerries #BC #BCPoli #Seattle
https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/bc-ferries-seattle?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
BC Ferries’ new lounge menu prices have some passengers feeling at sea
Lounge admission is $6 per person, which includes tea, coffee and soft drinks. However, the newly released prices for food and other beverages could quickly rack up the bill.
#travel #food #price #Canada #Consumer #BCFerries
https://globalnews.ca/news/11206324/bc-ferries-lounge-menu-prices/
BC Ferries’ new lounge menu prices have some passengers feeling at sea
Lounge admission is $6 per person, which includes tea, coffee and soft drinks. However, the newly released prices for food and other beverages could quickly rack up the bill.
#travel #food #price #Canada #Consumer #BCFerries
https://globalnews.ca/news/11206324/bc-ferries-lounge-menu-prices/
BC Ferries gears up for what could be its ‘busiest summer yet’
The ferry company laid out its plans to try and ensure smooth sailing ahead of the summer peak on Wednesday, as it grapples with an aging fleet and limited infrastructure.
#travel #business #Economy #Politics #BCFerries
https://globalnews.ca/news/11180015/bc-ferries-summer-readiness/
Good news, I have a reservation for the full ferry sailing.
Bad news, the sailing is so far delayed 45 min due to "mechanical issues."
Good news, this #BCFerries terminal wifi is working.
Bad news, it's unsecured and also blocking my vpn.
I see a lot more tethering going on in the future.
RCMP called in after derelict B.C. ferry burns in ‘suspicious’ blaze overnight
The city said the cause of the fire has not yet been determined but is considered suspicious. An investigation, led by the RCMP working with other responding agencies, is underway.
#fire #accident #investigation #Canada #BCFerries #Environment
https://globalnews.ca/news/11162894/rcmp-derelict-ferry-suspicious-blaze-overnight/
RCMP called in after derelict ferry burns in ‘suspicious’ blaze overnight
The city said the cause of the fire has not yet been determined but is considered suspicious. An investigation, led by the RCMP working with other responding agencies, is underway.
#fire #accident #investigation #Canada #BCFerries #Environment
https://globalnews.ca/news/11162894/rcmp-derelict-ferry-suspicious-blaze-overnight/
RCMP called in after derelict ferry burns in ‘suspicious’ blaze overnight
The city said the cause of the fire has not yet been determined but is considered suspicious. An investigation, led by the RCMP working with other responding agencies, is underway.
#fire #accident #investigation #Canada #BCFerries #Environment
https://globalnews.ca/news/11162894/rcmp-derelict-ferry-suspicious-blaze-overnight/
RCMP called in after derelict ferry burns in ‘suspicious’ blaze overnight
The city said the cause of the fire has not yet been determined but is considered suspicious. An investigation, led by the RCMP working with other responding agencies, is underway.
#fire #accident #investigation #Canada #BCFerries #Environment
https://globalnews.ca/news/11162894/rcmp-derelict-ferry-suspicious-blaze-overnight/
Sad end to a sad period of 25 years derelict after such good service to British Columbians. RIP Queen of Sidney. I hope the province and feds step in and dispose of it properly and bill the owner.
#bcferries #environment #mission #vancouver #ship #waste
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/mission-bc-fire-derelict-ferry-1.7525873
Worked an 11th session on Salish Sea Sunrise. I really like how including details from the SeaWest Lounge tells a better story. I'm about 16 hours into the piece. I have one more session left to finalize details.
