Overview

• The B.C. Ferry and Marine Workers’ Union said nearly 80 employees voted over the long weekend, with 91% authorizing job action.
• The union has not issued the required 72‑hour strike notice and plans to meet Wednesday to decide potential actions, while stating it remains open to negotiations.
• The vote followed Hullo declaring an impasse last week after the union submitted a counter‑proposal in first‑contract bargaining over wages, scheduling and job security.
• Interim CEO Ryan Dermody said the company has offered competitive compensation with enhanced benefits and voiced hope for a deal without service disruption.
• Hullo runs passenger‑only sailings between downtown Vancouver and Nanaimo and recently reported 40% year‑over‑year growth in its second year.