Berth 5 Upgrade - Update August 2024

As we move into August, we want to provide an update to let you know how the Berth 5 terminal project is progressing.

It has been a month of hard work from our contractors and project teams, only made easier by the understanding shown by our passengers and neighbours. Some noticeable wins include the successful removal of a section of rock outcropping in berth 5, and the first completed dredging of soft sediment. Our teams are now looking ahead to the next phase, which will include preparing the pile installations this August.

While we have been successful at completing much of the work within our expected time frame with minimal evening effort, the next phase will require some tasks to be completed overnight. This night work is planned to ensure we remain on time and reduce the overall impact and length of the project to our neighbours.

Night work is currently planned once a week, August 19 – October 31 from 11:00pm to 4:00 am and has been approved by the District of North Saanich with a bylaw exemption. It will involve a concrete pump truck operating within the terminal. Noise levels around the terminal may be higher than normal (similar to that of an engine running), and our teams will work to minimize impacts to our neighbours.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to complete to complete the project which will reduce berth congestion and improving service reliability for our passengers.