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BC Ferries sets sail for busy Labour Day long weekend

BC Ferries Wylie Henderson -
BC Ferries expects busy conditions all day Friday, with the busiest periods Saturday morning and afternoon.

BC Ferries sets sail for busy long weekend

BC Ferries Wylie Henderson -
The ferry operator said the B.C. Day long weekend is typically the busiest travel weekend of the year on the coast.

Record number of passengers pass through Comox Valley Airport this summer

Community Nathan Maley -
The Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) is reporting summer 2025 was their busiest ever. 

DriveBC unveils updated platform in time for summer travel season

Provincial Emily Joveski -
The province unveiled a streamlined website Thursday where drivers can check road and weather conditions on provincial highways.

B.C. small businesses worry U.S.-Canada trade dispute could hurt summer season

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Many small businesses in British Columbia are concerned the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade dispute could disrupt their operations this summer, according to data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

BC Ferries gears up for over half a million customers 

Community Justin Baumgardner -
BC Ferries says they’re catering to long weekend travelers by adding extra services and sailings along key routes to...

BC Ferries planning to revamp check-in and boarding systems

Uncategorized Justin Waddell -
The changes would come to the company’s five major terminals: Duke Point, Tsawwassen, Horseshoe Bay, Departure Bay and Swartz Bay.

Safety, travel certainty among top concerns for Denman and Hornby residents

Uncategorized Justin Waddell -
BC Ferries says safety and travel certainty are among the top concerns for Denman and Hornby residents about ferry...

Essential commercial travel now possible on Coquihalla Highway

News my-comox-valley-now -
With Highway 5 now open for commercial vehicles weighing up to 11,794 kg, the travel restrictions on Highway 3 will be lifted Tuesday.

Road Safety at Work asks B.C. drivers to consider if travelling is worth it this winter

News my-comox-valley-now -
Considering whether or not to drive depending on conditions is an important part of winter driving, accordion to Road Safety at Work (RSW).

Direct Ferry Service From Texada to Comox in the Works

News Justin Goulet -
BC Ferries has announced a pilot project that will run direct service from Texada Island to Comox. Northern Sunshine...

New Rules Implemented at BC Ferries

News Justin Goulet -
Starting today, passengers of BC Ferries won't be allowed to stay in their cars if they're on a closed...

WestJet Announces Additional Service From YQQ to YVR

News Justin Goulet -
WestJet has announced additional daily service from the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) to the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), starting...

BC Ferries Gets Set for Busy Long Weekend

News Justin Goulet -
Those driving onto a ferry this long weekend have a few things to remember. BC Ferries spokesperson Deb Marshall says...

BC Ferries Joins the Great Trail

News Justin Goulet -
BC Ferries has become an official part of The Great Trail. The project, also known as the Trans...

Minor post-launch issues for Salish Orca

News Justin Goulet -
It's hasn't been entirely smooth sailing for BC Ferries' newest vessel. The Salish Orca entered service on the Comox-Powell...
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