Marine Parks Stories
Chatterbox Falls Moorage Facilities -Swíwelát, Princess Louisa Inlet – Temporary access interruption
Update of Notice to members, PNW Boaters, & friends of the inlet Princess Louisa Provincial Marine Park To facilitate Phase 1 of infrastructure improvements at Princess Louisa Provincial Marine Park, specifically at the Chatterbox Falls location, work will be undertaken to replace the pier and the two sections of the main dock facilities. As we understand at this time, access to the […]
A Tribute to Peter Stockdill
Sad news: Dr. Peter Stockdill, a major force in fighting for the rights of recreational boaters, passed away suddenly on January 27th, 2026. Peter was a consummate sailor, environmentalist, researcher, letter-writer, lobbyist, enthusiastic serial meeting attendee, ham radio operator, effective emissary, and source of wisdom and history. Most important, he was simply a very nice man. Peter and his wife, […]
Revisions to the Pleasure Craft Licence regulations
Transport Canada has issued revisions to the Pleasure Craft Licence regulations, effective December 31, 2025, see the attached summary. The licence expiry date can be checked at https://www.pcl-pep.snbservices.ca/1001/PubWeb/CheckLicenseExpiryDate.aspx?lang=en-CA. 2026-01 Pleasure Craft Licence changes
Fundraising for Desolation Sound – Prideaux Haven property successful
The BC Parks Foundation announced that the fundraising of $1.25 million to protect 100 acres of coastal forest and nearly one kilometre of untouched shoreline in Prideaux Haven was successful. The Marine Parks Forever Society contributed $ 100,000 to this effort. With the Wilson 5 Foundation’s matching gift, the $2.5 million to purchase the property are secured for conservation. Details […]
Jervis Inlet Power Line Removal and Marine Traffic Closure – Update
Update on the Jervis Inlet and Agamemnon Channel Power Line Replacement Project, including the confirmed schedule for transmission line removal over Jervis Inlet, the dates of the marine traffic closure, and information about the Sunshine Coast Trail closures that are required to ensure public and crew safety while we complete this critical work.
“Underwater Sound” – Presentation by Tom Dakin
Tom Dakin, Ph.D., the Chief Scientist for Sea to Shore Systems Ltd., gave an excellent presentation at the last Council meeting on underwater sound, explaining how marine animals use sound for communication, navigation, finding food, and other vital functions, and how human-made noise impacts marine life.
Whale-safe boating course is available only
Calling all boaters in coastal BC—whether you paddle, sail, or motor, it’s time to make the water safer for everyone, including marine mammals. As someone who signed up for our Alert List, we are letting you know FIRST. The Whale-Safe Boating Course is NOW available! Launched today, this free online course gives recreational boaters the knowledge they need to be safe, […]
Southern Resident Killer Whales management measures
The SRKW management measures to protect our ORCAs are in place again since June 1st.
BC Marine Trails website
The BC Marine Trails website Kayak Resources, BC coast, Kayak Map, Paddling Vancouver is a very interesting resource also for motorized recreational boaters.
Crowdfunding Campaign Protects Large Waterfront Property on Saturna Island – including a contribution from MPFS
by BC Parks Foundation February 3, 2025 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Vancouver, BC – Thanks to an extraordinary community effort, 372 acres of pristine waterfront on Saturna Island will now be protected forever. This rare property, nestled beside the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, boasts more than three kilometers of coastline, pockets of old-growth, and Garry Oak meadows—comprising one of British Columbia’s […]