Port Moody, B.C., is re-opening the Rocky Point Boat launch in hopes that users will maintain physical distancing to limit the spread of COVID-19.
The boat launch will reopen Sunday for people who live in Port Moody and annual pass holders. Port Moody Mayor Rob Vagramov says the city is trusting boat users to follow the rules. “I have confidence that the boaters in Port Moody can handle physical distancing,” he said. “Frankly, if you’re getting within two metres of someone at a boat launch, you’re looking for trouble.” Physical distancing measures will include: [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] And if there are rule-breakers, Vagramov says the city will shut the launch back down. “We have our staff