The NDP’s Ferry Critic says the Government needs to prove a cable ferry system is safe before moving forward. This after an announcement Friday the run between Buckley Bay and Denman Island will be switched to the system starting in 2014. Gary Coons says communities have to be properly consulted. He says telling a community … [Read more...]
Cable ferry to serve Denman Island
November 23, 2012 by
The NDP’s ferry critic says BC Ferries must consult with the community on a cable ferry between Buckley Bay and Denman Island. Gary Coons says communities want to know their safety concerns are under control, such as navigational hazards. "I think the current government needs to step in. They've stepped in to do the consolations throughout … [Read more...]
Undersea cable will drag Denman ferries
July 5, 2012 by
People living on Denman Island don't seem to be onboard with the idea of a new cable ferry running to Buckley Bay. That according to NDP MLA Nicholas Simons who attended Thursdays meeting. Simons says people spent hours asking BC Ferries representatives questions, "I think Denman Islanders are concerned that it is untested technology. Will it … [Read more...]
