Newsroom
Welcome to the BC Ferries Newsroom
Your first port of call for the latest news, stories, and updates from across the ferry system. Here you’ll find press releases, media resources, backgrounders, and more to support your coverage. For story ideas, interview requests, or media inquiries, reach out to our communications team; we’re here to help.
Newsroom
September 04, 2025
BC Ferries celebrates Island Class launch ceremony and upgrades at Heriot Bay terminal
August 20, 2025
BC Ferries Submits Proposal to Spread Carbon Tax Savings and Keep Fares Stable
August 01, 2025
Opening Statement to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities
Ferry tales
Performance & Sustainability Report
Ferry news & updates
Performance and Sustainability Report
Learn more about our vision, sustainability efforts, and how we work to reduce environmental impact in our Performance and Sustainabiity Report.
Proposal submitted to spread carbon tax savings
We submitted a proposal to the BC Ferries Commissioner to use savings from the elimination of the provincial carbon tax to help offset future fare pressures.
Horseshoe Bay booking changes to include customer improvements
Starting October 15, all customers travelling by vehicle, including motorcycles, from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo (Departure Bay) will be required to book and pay in advance.
Investing locally to recycle
We’re recycling the Bowen Queen and Powell River Queen right here in BC, supporting local jobs and helping build marine recycling capacity in British Columbia.
Travel tips
Planning to travel with us? Check out our top 10 travel tips to make your journey as easy and enjoyable as possible.