The
Grand Manan ferry will have its daily round trips cut from four daily
runs to three during the low traffic season, and from seven daily runs
to six during the high season. The crossing time between Blacks Harbour
and Grand Manan Island will also be increased from 90 to 120 minutes.
The
exact timetable is being worked out with the operator and the final
schedule will be shared before any changes are made; however, it's
expected the last run of the day off Grand Manan Island will be roughly 6
p.m and the last return trip from Blacks Harbour will be about 8 p.m.
The
changes will come into effect in the next few weeks and are expected to
save as much as $1.5 million. The operation and maintenance of ferry
services to all the Fundy Isles costs taxpayers $13.8 million per year.