BC Ferries is adding a “limited number” of extra sailings on its coastal routes this weekend, but is urging the public to avoid all non-essential travel.Provincial health officials have not banned travel, but have urged British Columbians in the strongest terms to remain in their home communities unless absolutely necessary to curb the spread of COVID-19.
FAQ: What’s allowed during the holidays under B.C.’s COVID-19 restrictions? BC Ferries spokesperson Astrid Chang said the additional sailings were intended primarily to address a surge in commercial traffic.“In some cases, our commercial traffic is up on our routes for this period,” she said.“You have to keep in mind we continue to move essential goods and services to coastal communities.