Do you need ID to get on BC Ferries?
Do you need ID to get on BC Ferries? You will need government-approved photo ID for proof of age as applicable (e.g. BC Seniors). You must check in with a foot passenger agent no later than 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
Can I sleep in my car on BC ferry?
Travellers on BC Ferries no longer allowed to stay in cars on enclosed decks, Transport Canada says. Transport Canada is rescinding the temporary COVID-19 response measure it granted BC Ferries in the spring that allowed passengers to remain in their vehicles.
Has a BC ferry ever sunk?
10 years later, the Captain tells his story. The Queen of the North ferry. On March 22, 2006, just after midnight, the B.C. Ferries passenger vessel the 'Queen of the North' struck an underwater ledge off Gil Island, 135 km south of Prince Rupert, tearing open the bottom of the ship and ripping out the propellers.
Has anyone ever jumped off a B.C. ferry?
A man in his 20s is under arrest after police say he jumped off a BC Ferries vessel on the way from Vancouver to Vancouver Island and then broke into a home – naked -- on Galiano Island.
Can a 17 year old go on a ferry alone?
If you are traveling with a vehicle a valid state-issued drivers license is required. Minors aged 16 & 17 traveling without an adult must present valid identification as well as travel with an Unaccompanied Minor Form.
How early should I arrive for my ferry?
Are ferries usually on time? Yes! Please note that the schedules indicate departure times. We recommend that you arrive at the terminal at least five minutes prior to the scheduled departure in order to board.
What happens if I miss my ferry time?
If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.
Can I stay in my car on a ferry?
All the Washington State ferries allow you to stay in your car. Being in a front car in bad weather can be interesting. All the car decks are open end to end, and the boats are double ended.
Is it OK for a 14 year old to travel alone?
Most U.S. airlines will permit children who have reached their fifth birthday to travel unaccompanied. Kids ages 5 through 11 who are flying alone must usually travel pursuant to special “unaccompanied minor” procedures. On some airlines, these procedures are required for unaccompanied children as old as 14.