Gabriola Sounder

New BCF reservation system proposed to start in 2017 with major routes

BC Ferries is applying to the BC Ferries Commissioner and proposing changes to the reservation system that will provide discounted fares during off-peak travel times.

Last week to submit to “BC on the Move” setting transportation goals for next 10 years

Islands Trust asks MOTI to increase funding in BC budget for ferries

Trespassers cut 83 trees above Daniel Way

The unauthorized cutting of 83 trees on a property has led to the closure of a roadway/pathway between Daniel Way (near Sandwell) and Chelwood Road in Phase 4.

Contract awarded for Gabriola bridge feasibility study

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has awarded a contract to CH2M Hill Canada Limited to study the feasibility of a fixed link between Gabriola Island and Vancouver Island that would replace existing ferry service.

Explosion in Gabriola home sends one woman to hospital

Cause believed to be pressure building up in wood-fired water heating system frozen by cold weather.

McLaren crosses police line at Burnaby Mountain

Gabriola’s Jean McLaren was almost arrested at Burnaby Mountain this past week.

Gabriola Community Health Centre at full capacity

No firm hired (yet) to conduct bridge feasibility study

As of press time, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure had not yet hired a firm to conduct a feasibility study for a fixed link between Gabriola and Vancouver Island.

Bridge-Free Salish Sea Gets Active

The members of the Bridge-Free Salish Sea collective have a petition ready and will be offering it for signature at the Village during Saturdays in December from 10 am – 2 pm.

Descanso Bay vessel inspected by Nanaimo Port Authority

The Nanaimo Port Authority was in Descanso Bay on Friday afternoon, inspecting the vessel which has been grounded close to the Easthom boat launch for two weeks now.