If you are a candidate for membership in the relevant union and have the qualifying certification and documentation, we can offer you a specialized training program. Bc ferries two new hybridelectric island class ships arrive in bc. Feb 25, 2015 bc ferries also offers a number of industrial jobs to those with mechanical training and certificates. Island mans facebook rant about bc ferries goes viral. Once salish eagle clears canadian customs and final inspections are. She was built for bc s ministry of transportation and highways in 1964 in victoria, bc by the victoria machinery depot. Positions and qualifications bc ferries british columbia. Johns marine basic first aid certificate to find out more about marine. She had to travel 35 days on the trip to british columbia from norway, via the panama canal. Bc ferries services 49 locations with over 36 vessels, linking mainland british columbia with various islands off the west coast of canada. Ferry cancellations, power outages as wind storm slams b. Bon voyage 2019 this morning, we met an inspiring young man, josh yeung at whytecliff agile learning centre in langley. I was wondering how far in advance you need to book these ferries in peak season.
Deckhand required certification and training program seaspan. Even more frightening is the news of the importation of an ancient former bc ferries ropax ferry to fiji and the looming threat of three more. How to declare tanks for bc ferries discussion in western canada started by kdupreez, feb 8, 2010. Completed its rescue boat policy with fleet operations manual policy updates. This accident suspended all cclass vessels from travelling on route 1 or any of the. We will keep working today until everyone is where they need to be. Jun 24, 2019 bc ferries offers incentives to arrive, book early for canada day weekend emily olsen ctv vancouver island published monday, june 24, 2019 11. Yearend results proved it was a record breaking year for bc ferries. Coastal ferry services contract province of british columbia. Bc ferries rescinds layoff notices and seeks clarity on covid19 wage subsidy the corporation revoked the notices as an act of company support for our valuable employees at this uncertain time. The route name is presented with the departure terminal first and the arrival terminal last e. Our sailing details page contains realtime information for the route selected. To proceed, complete your outbound reservation including payment.
For most applicants, a career with bc ferries tends to start on a temporary or parttime basis. Bcferries online reservations british columbia ferry. Bc ferries traffic statistics for september 2010 pdf bc ferries traffic statistics for august 2010 pdf bc ferries traffic statistics for july 2010 pdf. Sean smith of campbell river had some ideas to help bc ferries save money, so he posted a rant on his facebook page entitled dear bc ferries. Traffic statistics bc ferries british columbia ferry. Bc ferries salish eagle arrives in british columbia. First peoples bc ferries and fpcc announce artists for. Jul 22, 2010 so this question is for all the vancouver residents who board the ferry quite often im going up to sunshine coast with a group of 12 in total 3 cars on the 31st of this month. Regulation first aid kits meet regulations required by the canada occupational health and safety regulations. Based on three years of fieldwork, 250 ferry trips, 400 interviews in three dozen island and coastal communities throughout the british columbia coast this book and website tell stories of mobility, sense of place and time, recounting the rituals of everyday life lived along bc ferries routes. Accessibility at bc ferries bc ferries british columbia ferry.
In the words of a bc ferries communication to employees, sailsafe will be successful when bc ferries has, seen and experienced a cultural change in. The majority of work open to the public starts as on call shift personnel who handle everything from customer service aboard a ship, to attendants in terminals. You pay one fare to sail in a circle from vancouver to nanaimo. Bc ferries is one of the largest passenger ferry systems in the world.
When the page has loaded, always doublecheck the route name at the top. Bc ferries in relation to any travel, tour, transportation, accommodation or other product or service which you purchase through bc ferries vacations a division of bc ferries, whether by telephone, internet, in person at a bc ferries vacations travel centre, or. Select round trip or one way, enter travel dates, then select departure and arrival terminals. At bc ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. The mv tenaka is a ferry previously owned by bc ferries. Then begin another reservation for your return trip. The coastal ferry act british columbia contemplates that the b. These ships were the nowretired mv tsawwassen and the mv sidney. We really enjoyed our trip to parksville and our stay at the beach club resort. She was built for bcs ministry of transportation and highways in 1964 in victoria, bc by the victoria machinery depot. I have searched bc ferries website but have been unable to find out how far ahead i can book ferries. The open air and untamed waters of the west coast are calling.
According to a release from the ferry company, over the past year they have set all. Bc ferries first aid and medical services directory. Bc ferries crews rescue six from sinking boats off. Coastal ferry services are provided by bc ferry services inc. Bc ferries has received a thumbsup for significant improvements to its safety practices, in a followup report by former auditor general george morfitt released on thursday morning. Island mans facebook rant about bc ferries goes viral bc. Bc ferries has prepared these web pages to acquaint you with safety equipment, procedures and accessibility aboard our. Sailings were expected to resume at both terminals at 3 p. Select a departure terminal prior to selecting your arrival terminal.
First cable ferry in fleet performing well, bc ferries. From ferry rides to spectacular gardens to the ewok village in tofino, vancouver island belongs on your mustsee bucket list. From june 3 october 1, save 50% per additional foot on extra length passenger vehicles. The best trips are the circle tours from the british columbia ferries. The ferry service was also good in both directions. The baynes sound connector runs between buckley bay and denman island. Our 6 regional portals focus on businesses, accommodations, dining, shopping, and events in each cityarea of the region. For vessels operating in sheltered waters or engaged on a near coastal voyage, class 2. Fellow truck campers recommend their 31 top experiences, destinations, and campgrounds on vancouver island. It seems that political interference has been a factor in that project. Short rope to blame for bc ferries accident, injuries.
Bc ferries safety record gets thumbsup bc ferries has received a thumbsup for significant improvements to its safety practices, in a followup report by former auditor general george morfitt. Customers who use a walking aid should also inform the ticket agent if they require. Bc ferries accident triggers long delays on busy route cbc. Medical examination medi 1500 marine emergency duties basic safety training medi 1800 survival craft food safe course a valid st. If you are driving, a vehicle fare will still apply. Once you have boarded the vessel please discuss your specific needs with the chief steward or request to speak with the ships first officer. Apr 11, 2009 the only way that i know to get a canadian ticket is to obtain the required sea time for each level, take and pass all the courses then go sit in front of an examiner the majority of whom have foreign deep sea training who will ultimately decide if you are really qualified. Bc ferries reports record breaking year yearend results proved it was a record breaking year for bc ferries.
Bcfs or the company, including the methodology by which the. To find out more about marine training and certification, visit transport canada. Thank you for helping me book with another successful bc ferries. Bc ferries first route, commissioned in 1960, was between swartz bay, north of sidney on vancouver island, and tsawwassen, a part of delta, using just two vessels. Bc ferries offers incentives to arrive, book early for canada.
The alert establishes an official record of a worker safety incident which is. The only way that i know to get a canadian ticket is to obtain the required sea time for each level, take and pass all the courses then go sit in front of an examiner the majority of whom have foreign deep sea training who will ultimately decide if you are really qualified. May 24, 2018 and returning on or after that date, in the same transaction. Occupational first aid level 3 and serving it right certifications may be. Feb 08, 2010 i had a very pleasant experience with declaring tanks marked as nitrox tanks on the bc ferries. Bc ferries provides all major passenger and vehicle ferry services for coastal and island communities in the canadian province of british columbia. Positions and qualifications bc ferries british columbia ferry. This is really the first book on bc ferries written since the fast cats, and obviously not enough time has passed because the presentation of the project is still heated politics, and really lacks an objective oversight of the ongoings of the time. Bc ferries helped respond to nearly 340 medical emergencies last. Several of the k class ferries that had served as albion ferries are retired and for sale after the opening of the golden ears bridge in 2009 bc ferries has plans to retire the queen of new westminster, queen of alberni, queen of coquitlam, and the queen of cowichan starting in 2024. Experience the difference and read the scuba tanks section on enriched air i would print out this page, highlight the. Employers report of injury or occupational disease form 7 application for compensation and report of injury or occupational disease form 6 employer incident investigation report form 52e40 pension payment calendar 2020. Requirements vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction and are dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to.
Ferries busy on long weekend, even during pandemic. Covering a spectrum of work on both land and sea, bc ferries is. Join one of bc s top employers and a global leader in ferry transportation. Nov, 2017 bc ferries cancelled all sailings between 11 a. Then drive to comox sail over to the powell river, drive down to gibson, and sail back to vancouver. Bc ferries vessel spirit of vancouver island passes between galiano island and. Haida gwaii residents are getting ready to turn back visitors heading to the island from prince rupert travelling by bc ferries.
Notwithstanding the location of the place of employmentindustry, federal regulation workplace first aid kits may be applicable. Bc ferries crews rescue six from sinking boats off vancouver island. Please use the search field above or browse our categories on the left. Nearly a year into providing service, bc ferries says its pleased with the performance of its first cable ferry. You acknowledge that some thirdparty suppliers may require you to agree to their terms and conditions including liability waivers before you can use or. Hi, we have planned a trip to bc next july, we will be travelling between horsehoe bay and departure bay and will have a car. Full ferries only halffull, bc ferries clarifies comox valley record. As a first point of contact to the public, you work in our call centre providing information and assistance regarding all aspects of bc ferries operations. For those not interested in working on a ship, but rather in maintenance and repair, b. Employers must maintain proper first aid records and documents. Persons with disabilities who will require special assistance, in the event of an emergency, are asked to advise the ticket agent on arrival at the terminal. Your employer is responsible for getting you any necessary first aid and. Bc ferries second of three new liquefied natural gas lngpowered salish class vessels, the salish eagle, arrived at its british columbia home on march 20.
With bc ferries you can sail across the strait of georgia between the mainland and the northern and southern gulf islands as well as to vancouver island. Bcf employmentcareer discussion west coast ferries forum. To qualify for a position as a deckhand at seaspan, you must have the following certifications. When the vessel arrived she first went to point hope shipyard for a major overhaul for the tsawwassen southern gulf islands ferry route in the gulf of georgia. Bc ferries first aid and medical services directory british. Bc ferries reports record breaking year kelownanow. Reservations are strongly advised for all passenger and vehicle travel including motorcycles on our central and north coast routes. Bcfs or the company, including the methodology by which the remuneration. Bc ferries first route, commissioned in 1960, was between swartz bay, north of sidney. The 107meter long vessel took 38 days to travel 10,440 nautical miles from gdanskbased remontowa shipbuilding, where it was constructed. There can be no justification for a rise in ferry ridership during a long weekend in a public health emergency. Bc ferries offers incentives to arrive, book early for. Bc ferries is making less money despite record passenger numbers.
Nanaimoladysmith mp calls for further restrictions on ferry travel. This week, the first confirmed case of the novel coronavirus 2019ncov. Our bc ferries first aid and medical services directory offers comprehensive online listings of a wide variety of establishments and services located throughout the area. Bc ferries crew was conducting 4 drills at once when fall occurred. Regulations change on a continuing basis, for the most current regulations, refer to canada labour code, part ii. Common federal employers include the following interprovincial and international industries. For more details on acceptable recordkeeping and access, see ohs guidelines. January 20, 2016 bc ferries, in partnership with the first peoples cultural council, has selected three coast salish artists to create designs for the new salish class ferries. If you are calling from outside british columbia, phone us at 250 3863431. We certainly enjoyed our trip on bc ferries and the hotels that we were booked into. Gold carecard or bc services card at the terminal to receive your discount.
Many islanders were upset last week after it was leaked that bc ferries was considering abandoning. You respond to passenger telephone enquiries and reservation requests using computerized reservations and information systems. Crews trained in first aid, unscheduled runs or altered timetables help health care system response throughout b. Editorial safer ferries for the pacific islands baird.
The following terms and conditions the terms form an agreement between you and british columbia ferry services inc. Qualifications for our most popular positions bc ferries. Safety of life, prevention of injury to passengers and employees, protection of the environment, and environmental stewardship shall be given the highest priority in the operation of our vessels and terminals. This black and white book at 226 pages is a photo heavy look at the vessels that have made up the backbone of bc s salt water ferry fleet, with heavy emphasis on bc ferries from 1959 onwards. Ferry authority bcfa will establish and publish a compensation plan for directors of british columbia ferry services inc. Nov, 2014 a vancouver island man is taking bc ferries to task with a very public rant on his facebook page. Bc ferries offers incentives to arrive, book early for canada day weekend. Bcferries online reservations home bc ferries british. Polar vortex to bring record cold temperatures to ontario. This person is required to hold a valid first aid training certificate. We didnt book a reservation for the ferries, and when we checked online on, we saw that we arent able to book any until 430pm my group and i were hoping to leave vancouver horeshoebay roughly noon. The province provides annual funding to bc ferries through a contract that defines routes and service levels. Originally named the comox queen, she was renamed tenaka in 1977 and became part of bc ferries fleet in 1985 when the ministry of transportations saltwater ferries and. Worksafebc is aware of the staff resourcing issues around the province and unfortunately, we have seen the impact on some of our injured workers resulting in complaints.
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