Government begins open consultation
on future of B.C. coastal ferries
VICTORIA
– A public consultation and engagement process on the future of coastal ferry
service in British Columbia will start today and run until Dec. 21. Transportation
and Infrastructure Minister Mary Polak announced the consultation process today
as part of the B.C. government’s commitment to open government and in response
to a recent review by the independent BC ferry commissioner.
The
Review of
the Coastal Ferry Act indicated
that ferry users, the ferry operator and the B.C. government all need to be
part of the solution to address the challenges facing the coastal ferry system
in British Columbia.
Faced
with declining ridership and rising costs, the B.C. government is asking for
public input to inform decisions about service adjustments that will ensure
coastal ferry services are sustainable and able to meet the unique needs of
coastal communities. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, working
with BC Ferries, is seeking public input on the principles that should guide
decisions about service adjustments, as well as comments and suggestions on a
long-term vision for an affordable and sustainable coastal ferry service.
The
ministry is providing several opportunities for public consultation and
engagement. All consultation and engagement meetings will be open to the
public, and a series of small group meetings and open houses will take place in
several communities. In addition, a discussion guide and feedback form will be
available at the meetings and online. Information about how to participate can
be found at: www.coastalferriesengagement.ca
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