Are there taxes on BC ferry fares?
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Province of British Columbia regard the supply of ferry services as GST and PST exempt. BC Ferries charges 5% GST to customers as required under the applicable legislation on ancillary services such as cabin rentals, specialty lounges, food and retail services.
Does BC Ferries make a profit?
BC Ferries’ fleet reliability record exceeded the target at 99.7 per cent. The company carried up to $8 billion of cargo, generating commercial revenue of $89.9 million….BRITISH COLUMBIA FERRY SERVICES INC.
| Years ended March 31 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2019 | |
| Total operating expenses | 856,150 | 820,710 |
| Operating profit | 85,244 | 104,943 |
How do I save money on BC Ferries?
- Tips to Save Money Traveling on BC Ferries.
- Pay with the BC Ferries Experience Card.
- Pay with a Cash-Back Credit Card.
- Use Saver Fares on Less Busy Sailings.
- Park Your Car at the Ferry Terminal.
- Check for BC Ferries Deals and Offers.
- Bike or Bus to the Ferry.
- Know When to Pay the BC Ferries Reservation Fee.
Are BC inland ferries free?
All inland ferries are free of charge to users.
How is BC Ferries funded?
The federal and provincial governments subsidize BC Ferries to provide agreed service levels on essential links between the BC mainland, coastal islands, and parts of the mainland without road access.
What is BC Ferries fare saver?
The Saver fare is BC Ferries’ most affordable fare and will be available on less busy sailings, while the Prepaid fare lets customers book and pay for their full travel in advance, saving time at terminal check-in. These new fare options are available for advanced purchase only.
Which BC ferry routes are free for seniors?
BC Seniors travel free on select routes1 Monday to Thursday2 with one of these valid IDs:
- BC Services Card.
- BC Driver’s Licence.
- BC Identification Card.
- BC Gold CareCard.
- Birth Certificate (proof of BC residency required)
Why are BC inland ferries free?
The inland ferries operate under private contract with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. All inland ferries are free of charge to users.
Is BC Ferries owned by the government?
Currently, BC Ferries is operated as a private company, with the provincial government as the whole owner from being its single shareholder. The ferry corporation is governed by its own corporate board of directors.