Public Advisory: Update on Strait of Belle Isle Ferry Service

The Department of Transportation and Works advises that the MV Sir Robert Bond will commence winter ferry service between Blanc Sablon and Corner Brook tomorrow (Wednesday, February 5) at 7:00 am. The vessel will depart Blanc Sablon on the first trip.

The MV Sir Robert Bond will offer two round trips per week between Blanc Sablon and Corner Brook. The vessel will be departing from Blanc Sablon on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and departing from Corner Brook on Fridays and Mondays.

The MV Apollo will come out of service after completing its scheduled crossing today (Tuesday, February 4).

Reservations or information for the MV Sir Robert Bond service can be obtained by calling CAI Nunatsiavut Marine at 1-877-896-7075 within Canada, or 1-506-858-9963 internationally, or by visiting www.labradorferry.ca . 

Information can also be found at www.tw.gov.nl.ca/ferryservices/. 

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Media contact:
Carol Ann Carter
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 631-9505
carolanncarter@gov.nl.ca 

2014 02 04             4:15 p.m.