BC Ferry & Marine Workers' Union

06/16/2026

FIFA fever hit Tswassen last week! Thanks to Azadeh Yazdani for sending this one in. 📸⚽

06/15/2026

This Men's Health Month, we're reminding you that health isn’t just physical. Looking after yourself helps you show up at work, at home and for the people counting on you.

Looking after yourself is part of the job2026-06-10/in NewsIn ferry and marine work, people are used to showing up, getting through the shift and taking care of business, no matter what. But long schedules, physical demands, time away from home and stress can take a toll. As Canada develops its firs...

06/13/2026

This weekend, we’re proud to support Mabuhay in Victoria. During Filipino Heritage Month, and as communities mark Philippine Independence Day, we’re celebrating culture, community and the many Filipino members who keep our workplaces and communities strong. 🇵🇭

06/13/2026

If you're in Nanaimo June 14, join us at the Nanaimo Pride Parade. Look for our float, the Spirit of Solidarity! 🌈

06/12/2026

Your Provincial Executive meets next week at the union hall in Nanaimo. Bring your questions, concerns and workplace issues to your local executive so they can help ensure your voice is at the table. 🗣️

06/11/2026

Ever wondered who handles grievances, who makes decisions or what your local executive actually does? We break down how your union works for you! 🧰✊

Who does what? A quick guide to how BCFMWU works2026-06-09/in News Ever wondered who handles grievances, who makes decisions or what your local executive does? BCFMWU is member-led. That means members choose who represents them and have a say in the work and direction of the union through meetings,....

06/10/2026

📷 Photo of the week: A beautiful shot of the Queen of Surrey captured aboard Queen of Coquitlam last summer. Thanks to Sav Yorish for sharing this beautiful shot with us!

06/09/2026

Last week, members came together for Union 101 to learn more about how our union works and the role members play in building our collective strength. Thank you to everyone who attended, asked questions and took part in the conversation 👏

06/08/2026

Locals 10 & 15 recently met in Prince Rupert. SOC President Chris Klassen and Secretary-Treasurer Mike Nelson were there to listen while members asked questions and shared workplace issues. Thanks to everyone who came out and took part in the conversation. Your union is strongest when you speak up. 💪 📣 Thanks Mike for sharing these photos! 📷

06/05/2026

Displaced by the war in Ukraine, Ihor Usenko built a new life in B.C., now serving as the first vice-president of Local 15. Read his story here. 🇺🇦➡️🇨🇦💙

From Ukraine to union leadership: Ihor finds a home on the coast2026-06-02/in Meet the crew, News I was booted out of my home by the war. That’s not how I imagined my story would begin, or how I imagined I’d end up in Canada. Before coming here, I spent 16 years working on container ships. When ...