Ferry disruptions hurting P.E.I. businesses after years of COVID-19 closures

The Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island says the sporadic ferry service this 12 months between the province and Nova Scotia has been difficult for native companies.

Corryn Clemence, chief govt officer of the affiliation, says the MV Confederation was pulled from service on Canada Day and can keep off-line this weekend for the Cavendish Beach Music Festival.

The firm that operates the ferry between Nova Scotia and japanese Prince Edward Island says the MV Confederation will likely be out of service till not less than subsequent week, leaving the Confederation Bridge because the Island’s solely hyperlink to the mainland.

Northumberland Ferries says the ferry was faraway from the water due to a mechanical glitch and that the required components are attributable to arrive Saturday.

Clemence says this 12 months is vital for many companies as a result of it is the primary time they’re in full swing after two years of COVID-19 closures.

She says the monetary hit to companies will likely be calculated later within the 12 months, however she says they’re not less than benefiting from sturdy native assist.

This report by The Canadian Press was first printed July 7, 2023.