BC Ferry Coalition Needs You ~

The BC Ferry Coalition is very concerned about the proposed service cuts and excessive fares levied by BC Ferries at the direction of the provincial government.  These cuts and increases are impacting families, the cost of goods and services, seniors, commuters, youth sports teams, tourism, property values, and businesses in ferry-dependent communities. While the proposed service cuts on the Lower Sunshine Coast are not severe, the adverse impacts from the significant cuts to other communities are rippling down the coast. 

We need provincial government to understand that investing in an affordable, convenient, and reliable ferry system benefits families and businesses in ferry impacted communities and it’s good for the bottom line of the province.  The proposed service cuts and fare increases will actually cost the Province more than they will save!

The BC Ferry Coalition is working hard to prevent these changes. Along with the BC Coastal-Mainland Alliance, we are organizing a mass rally to “Save Our Marine Highways” for the Legislature lawn in Victoria on March 11th from 11:30-1:30 pm.  We are taking it to the people who made these bad decisions; the provincial government.  A variety of speakers and musicians will be on hand to advocate and entertain.  Media from around the province and nation will share our message with the rest of Canada.  On March 15th local rallies in Gibsons, Sechelt and Madeira Park will allow those who can’t make it to Victoria to also have their voices heard.

The BC Ferry Coalition needs your support.  We need people to promote and attend the rallies, assist us in our efforts, and make financial contributions.  Money is needed to pay for the cost of the rallies (advertising, equipment rental, supplies) and to continue the fight in the coming months.  Please make cheques out to the “BC Ferry Coalition” c/o 8580 Redrooffs Road, Halfmoon Bay, B.C., V0N 1Y1. More information about the BC Ferry Coalition and on how to get involved can be found on our website.  Please join us.

Sincerely,

BC Ferry Coalition

Email: mail@bcferrycoalition.com

Website: www.bcferrycoalition.com

Sue French
FAC Member