Blubber Bay Life Extension Project

As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining safe and reliable service for our customers, we will be completing essential repairs at Blubber Bay Terminal this month. Construction is expected to begin on July 23rd and be complete by September 30th.

There are no anticipated impacts to service between Powell River and Texada Island, with construction activities happening overnight and between sailings.

Construction will include work on the following:

Although there are no anticipated impacts to service, should there be disruption, up-to-date information can be found on our website, under Current Conditions, and by signing up to receive Service Notices.

We’re sharing an early update about planned work at the Blubber Bay ferry terminal on Texada Island. This work is part of BC Ferries’ Blubber Bay Terminal Life Extension Project, which will help maintain safe, reliable ferry service on Route 18 over the long term.

Construction is planned during the off‑season, when travel demand is typically lower, and is expected to take place between October 2026 and January 2027. More details will be shared as planning progresses.

Will the terminal be closed for the full four months of construction?

No. While construction is planned for four months, regular service will not be impacted for most of the duration of the project, as work is scheduled to be completed between sailings or after hours. Short duration temporary berth closures and some late-evening sailing cancellations may be required -- the specific dates and details of which have not been confirmed.

What Does This Mean for the Community?

This project is focused on extending the life of existing infrastructure. However, an extended terminal closure will not be required. While no extended full terminal closures will be required, some temporary service adjustments, including a one day and a four-day temporary berth closure, may be required. The timing and duration of any potential changes are still being explored and could include a short berth closure and limited late‑evening sailing cancellations. However, no decisions have been finalized.

During construction, some temporary service adjustments may be required. An alternate service plan is currently being developed to help manage impacts and support continued access and travel for residents, commuters, and commercial users.

Our goal is to carefully plan the work to minimize impacts wherever possible, while continuing to support safe and dependable ferry service for the Texada Island community.

Community Engagement

Connecting with the community is an important part of this project. This summer, our Community Relations team plans to visit Texada Island to share information, answer questions, and hear your feedback. More details about community engagement will be shared here on the project page.

Next Steps

Project planning and engagement will continue over the coming months. This dedicated project webpage has been developed to serve as the main place for updates, timelines, and engagement opportunities.

To stay informed, subscribe to project updates so you can receive the latest information as it becomes available.

Thank you for your interest and for being part of the conversation as we plan this important work for the future of the Blubber Bay terminal.