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April is Sikh Heritage Month, a time to recognize the history, culture and contributions of Sikh communities across British Columbia and Canada. Sikh members are part of our crews across vessels, terminals and trades, helping keep people moving safely every day. This month is also a chance to reflect on the importance of inclusion at […]
The union hall will be closed over the Easter long weekend. We know many of you are coming off a busy spring break and heading straight into one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. The pace doesn’t let up, and neither does the responsibility you carry. You’re feeding hungry families, getting people where […]
Premier David Eby is heading to China to promote British Columbia as a stable place to do business. But here at home, there’s still no clear plan to build ferries. The timing matters. BC Ferries’ fleet renewal timeline shows new vessels entering service starting in 2027, with more major ships coming through the end of […]
A friend of mine had worked at BC Ferries for years as a deckhand. He told me they were always looking for people and said I should apply. So I went out and took all the courses I needed. I went to a job fair and told the BC Ferries staff there I wanted to […]
This week marks the anniversary of one of the darkest nights in B.C.’s coastal transportation history. On March 22, 2006, the Queen of the North struck Gil Island in Wright Sound and sank in the early hours of the morning. Of the 101 passengers and crew on board, 99 survived. Two passengers, Gerald Foisy and […]
Like any crew, your union works best when we pull together. Getting involved doesn’t mean you have to run for office or spend hours in meetings. Sometimes it starts with something as simple as showing up, asking questions or introducing yourself to your shop steward. Here are some ways to get more involved. Attend a […]
This picture was taken by FSU Electrician Brian McNeil during the annual changing of the aft mast light on the Spirit of Vancouver Island. Pictured from left to right is Josh Yeung, Grant Stevens, Mark Armstrong, Matt Mansley and Devon Hall. Deckhand Mark will retire in April after 38 years of dedication to BC Ferries, […]
I’m the executive director of the BC Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union and I work closely with the bargaining committee as the union’s lead negotiator. I’ve spent close to 40 years working in labour law. Even before that, while I was in law school, I worked for unions doing their legal work. My father was […]
Federal officials have confirmed that there has been no national security review of BC Ferries’ new vessel order from a Chinese state-owned shipyard, despite the project receiving taxpayer financing from the Canada Infrastructure Bank. The admission came during testimony before the House of Commons Transport Committee February 25. Public safety officials said Ottawa had no […]
For ferry crews, familiar faces become part of the rhythm of the route. On the Bowen Island run, one of those familiar faces is Keith. Every day, Keith takes the 7:30 a.m. and 10:35 a.m. sailings on the Queen of Capilano to visit his wife in long-term care. He’s become a regular presence for the […]
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