BC Ferries announces planned service upgrades

infrastructure · September 2022 · Routes 21 and 22, Denman and Hornby Islands

BC Ferries reportedly agreed to operate the Quinitsa on Route 22 in summer 2023, move the Kahloke to Route 21 during peak season, expand the Baynes Sound Connector to at least 70 cars, convert it to electric power, and place a new Island Class ferry on Route 22 in 2026.

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• “BC Ferries has agreed to the following changes... The Quinitsa will be operational on R. 22... The Kahloke will move across to R. 21... The BSC will be expanded to carry at least 70 cars... A new Island Class ferry will be placed on R. 22 in 2026.” — The Islands Grapevine – September 8th, 2022 (September 8th, 2022)

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