2025-04-23 Response Email regarding Port Facilities at False Bay, Lasqueti Island (Docket 537807)

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From: TC PAC TX RDGO / BDGR (TC/TC) <TC.PACTXRDGO-BDGR.TC@tc.gc.ca>  
Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 12:30 PM 
To: Michelle Backe <mbacke@islandstrust.bc.ca> 
Subject: Port Facilities at False Bay, Lasqueti Island (Docket 537807) 
 
Dear Tobi Elliott,  
  
Thank you for your correspondence of January 22, 2025, to the Minister of Transport, 
regarding the False Bay Dock on Lasqueti Island.   
  
Providing all Canadians with a safe and efficient marine transportation system is a priority 
for Transport Canada. The False Bay facility is owned and operated by Transport Canada 
and is not part of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans portfolio of sites. Accordingly, 
the department will continue to operate and maintain its ports in compliance with the rules 
and regulations pursuant to the Canada Marine Act.    
  
In 2019, Transport Canada conducted a complete wharf and float restoration at the dock, 
followed by minor repairs and maintenance in subsequent years. In 2022, a routine 
detailed inspection noted that the dock remains in serviceable condition. Transport 
Canada conducts inspections every 4-5 years and another inspection is planned for 2026. 
As with the 2022 inspection, this inspection will provide an update on the condition of the 
dock and any recommended repairs.    
  
The needs of the local community in False Bay are important to us, and we look forward to 
working together to ensure the safety of marine traffic. I would also encourage you to 
contact the Ports Asset Transfer Program to explore how a divestiture can benefit the local 
community.   
  
Thank you again for reaching out and expressing your concerns on this matter.   
  
  
Yours sincerely,  
  
  
Martin McKay  
Regional Director General, Pacific Region

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