Rescue our Ferry

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On December 15, 2009, the Government of Nova Scotia informed Bay Ferries Limited there would not be an extension of financial support for ferry service out of Yarmouth for the 2010 operating season. As a result, the high-speed ferry service delivered by our vessel "The CAT" will end.

- Mark MacDonald, President and CEO Bay Ferries Ltd

The economic and tourism future of the province of Nova Scotia has been dealt a severe blow. Transportation access and the tourism industry within our province will be critically damaged by the loss of ferry service via the CAT, out of the port of Yarmouth. This will result in province-wide job loss, a weakened economy and a reduction of Nova Scotia’s ability to compete in the global tourism industry.

Tourism in Nova Scotia accounted for $1.3 billion in revenues in 2008, and contributed nearly $204 million in tax revenues. It is one of the largest industries in the world, and Nova Scotia needs to be able to compete.

The CAT ferry is an ambassador for all of Nova Scotia in our largest tourism market. Travelers on the ferry explore the entire province, visiting large and small communities, and spend new dollars.

An investment in New England ferry service represents an investment in the future of Nova Scotia. We need to continue building markets and connections throughout the USA, and provide opportunities for our visitors to reach our province.

We the undersigned support an investment in the CAT Ferry, to ensure continued service for 2010. Please Rescue our Ferry.