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Different routes, different employers, same ocean, one union representing the people who make it all work. Thanks to Darcy Morgan for sending in this photo of the week!
November 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Different routes, different employers, same ocean, one union representing the people who make it all work. Thanks to Darcy Morgan for sending in this photo of the week!
Big thanks to CLC facilitator Carlos for leading a “Facing management” workshop in Courtney. Surrounding area members showed up ready to learn, ask questions and support each other.
November 14, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Big thanks to CLC facilitator Carlos for leading a “Facing management” workshop in Courtney. Surrounding area members showed up ready to learn, ask questions and support each other.
Canada is pouring billions into military shipbuilding, but nothing for our passenger ferries. Atlantic Canada gets fare relief but B.C.’s ferry-dependent communities get nothing. Reliable service starts with people, and people need investment. #bcpoli #canpoli
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2025 budget: Ottawa missed the boat – BC Ferry & Marine Workers' Union
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November 12, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Canada is pouring billions into military shipbuilding, but nothing for our passenger ferries. Atlantic Canada gets fare relief but B.C.’s ferry-dependent communities get nothing. Reliable service starts with people, and people need investment. #bcpoli #canpoli
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President Eric McNeely represented our union at the Nanaimo Remembrance Day ceremony today. We remember and honour all who served and continue to serve.
November 11, 2025 at 9:24 PM
President Eric McNeely represented our union at the Nanaimo Remembrance Day ceremony today. We remember and honour all who served and continue to serve.
Today we honour those who served and those who still carry the weight of duty. We remember courage, discipline, and sacrifice. Lest we forget.
November 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Today we honour those who served and those who still carry the weight of duty. We remember courage, discipline, and sacrifice. Lest we forget.
The union hall will be closed November 11. Our flag will be flown at half-mast in recognition of those who served. We know many of you will also be on duty that day, keeping passengers moving safely. Thank you for your service on the vessels, terminals and yards.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The union hall will be closed November 11. Our flag will be flown at half-mast in recognition of those who served. We know many of you will also be on duty that day, keeping passengers moving safely. Thank you for your service on the vessels, terminals and yards.
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November 8th we honour Indigenous veterans who served at sea, on land and in the air.
November 7, 2025 at 4:30 PM
November 8th we honour Indigenous veterans who served at sea, on land and in the air.
Working the car deck isn't just waving cars on and off. It takes training in passenger safety, rescue drills and firefighting. Read how BC Ferries deckhand Krista guides travelers, staying calm when things get busy and keeping people safe every shift.
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Krista’s story: Finding heart and home on the water – BC Ferry & Marine Workers' Union
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November 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Working the car deck isn't just waving cars on and off. It takes training in passenger safety, rescue drills and firefighting. Read how BC Ferries deckhand Krista guides travelers, staying calm when things get busy and keeping people safe every shift.
www.bcfmwu.com/news/kristas...
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Photo of the week: Throwback to Chris Ridley’s first day training on the coastal class ferries. Pure excitement and pride in this shot! Thanks for sharing, Chris.
November 5, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Photo of the week: Throwback to Chris Ridley’s first day training on the coastal class ferries. Pure excitement and pride in this shot! Thanks for sharing, Chris.
Alberta teachers are fighting to protect their right to strike. Workers everywhere have a stake in that. The right to withdraw our labour is fundamental. It keeps bargaining fair and protects safe, respectful workplaces. Solidarity to Alberta teachers. ✊
November 5, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Alberta teachers are fighting to protect their right to strike. Workers everywhere have a stake in that. The right to withdraw our labour is fundamental. It keeps bargaining fair and protects safe, respectful workplaces. Solidarity to Alberta teachers. ✊
President Eric McNeely, SOC President Chris Klassen, SOC Deck Rep Gurpreet Bajwa and Labour Relations Director Kevin Hall are at the Canadian Ferry Association meeting this week to make sure your voices shape safety, training and operations across the industry. ⛴️📣
November 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM
President Eric McNeely, SOC President Chris Klassen, SOC Deck Rep Gurpreet Bajwa and Labour Relations Director Kevin Hall are at the Canadian Ferry Association meeting this week to make sure your voices shape safety, training and operations across the industry. ⛴️📣
Happy Halloween from Swartz Bay Tower! 🤠 🐆
October 31, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Happy Halloween from Swartz Bay Tower! 🤠 🐆
Happy Halloween from Otter Bay! 🦦🎃
October 31, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Happy Halloween from Otter Bay! 🦦🎃
Happy Halloween from Local 4 Horseshoe Bay! 🍬👻
October 31, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Happy Halloween from Local 4 Horseshoe Bay! 🍬👻
Happy Halloween to all our members and passengers. Have fun and stay safe out there! 🍬🦇
October 31, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Happy Halloween to all our members and passengers. Have fun and stay safe out there! 🍬🦇
Photo of the week: Tsawwassen ticket agent Punam Moudgill keeps things moving with a smile! Keep sharing your workday moments with us, we love seeing them!
October 30, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Photo of the week: Tsawwassen ticket agent Punam Moudgill keeps things moving with a smile! Keep sharing your workday moments with us, we love seeing them!
We CAN build them here. All we need is political will. Send a letter to your MLA today: buildthemhere.ca✍️
October 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM
We CAN build them here. All we need is political will. Send a letter to your MLA today: buildthemhere.ca✍️
"'We don’t measure hospitals or highways by profit and loss, and we shouldn’t treat ferry routes that way." Read President Eric McNeely's perspective on what needs to change to make sure BC Ferries serves coastal communities better. #bcpoli
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Opinion: BC Ferries is leaving British Columbians waiting
'We don’t measure hospitals or highways by profit and loss, and we shouldn’t treat ferry routes that way.'
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October 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
"'We don’t measure hospitals or highways by profit and loss, and we shouldn’t treat ferry routes that way." Read President Eric McNeely's perspective on what needs to change to make sure BC Ferries serves coastal communities better. #bcpoli
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After 8 weeks on strike, BCGEU members have a tentative agreement and the PEA has a return-to-work agreement. Congrats! Your determination and solidarity have been inspiring. Thanks to all our members who showed up in support. This is what solidarity looks like. ✊
October 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
After 8 weeks on strike, BCGEU members have a tentative agreement and the PEA has a return-to-work agreement. Congrats! Your determination and solidarity have been inspiring. Thanks to all our members who showed up in support. This is what solidarity looks like. ✊
Photo of the week: Greetings from Swartz Bay! Thanks to Trevor Pelter for submitting this one. Keep them coming, we love seeing your smiling faces.
October 24, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Photo of the week: Greetings from Swartz Bay! Thanks to Trevor Pelter for submitting this one. Keep them coming, we love seeing your smiling faces.
British Columbians deserve the full picture. The real question isn’t whether to cancel a deal: it’s what it’s costing us not to build here: www.bcfmwu.com/news/stateme... #bcpoli #bclab #cdnpoli #canlab
Statement on Canada Pulse Insights poll – BC Ferry & Marine Workers' Union
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October 24, 2025 at 2:44 PM
British Columbians deserve the full picture. The real question isn’t whether to cancel a deal: it’s what it’s costing us not to build here: www.bcfmwu.com/news/stateme... #bcpoli #bclab #cdnpoli #canlab
🚛 Meet Raj. He's part of a team that moves sixty to seventy trailers a day so your grocery store shelves stay full.
Keeping the island’s shelves stocked, one trailer at a time – BC Ferry & Marine Workers' Union
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October 23, 2025 at 4:08 PM
🚛 Meet Raj. He's part of a team that moves sixty to seventy trailers a day so your grocery store shelves stay full.
💬 Bargaining FAQ: Why does contract language matter so much? Because a promise can be broken, but a clause can be enforced. Clear contract language protects members now and into the future: buff.ly/SHa7GJn ✍️
October 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
💬 Bargaining FAQ: Why does contract language matter so much? Because a promise can be broken, but a clause can be enforced. Clear contract language protects members now and into the future: buff.ly/SHa7GJn ✍️
Local 10 President Hayley Walker got into the Halloween spirit with a costume that stole the show at our recent provincial executive meeting. We love seeing our members bring the fun. Send us your Halloween pics and we’ll share our favourites! #UnionStrong #HalloweenAtWork 🎃
October 21, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Local 10 President Hayley Walker got into the Halloween spirit with a costume that stole the show at our recent provincial executive meeting. We love seeing our members bring the fun. Send us your Halloween pics and we’ll share our favourites! #UnionStrong #HalloweenAtWork 🎃
Thanks to Mike Smyth for chatting with our president about violence against ferry workers. Callers like retired BCFMWU member Brenda remind us how serious and long-standing the issue is. Remember to report every incident, every time. #RespectFerryWorkers #UnionStrong
Saving money in Vancouver, Angry ferry passengers, & Holiday shopping
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October 21, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Thanks to Mike Smyth for chatting with our president about violence against ferry workers. Callers like retired BCFMWU member Brenda remind us how serious and long-standing the issue is. Remember to report every incident, every time. #RespectFerryWorkers #UnionStrong