Yarmouth ferry service continues through the 2027 season

The Yarmouth–Bar Harbor ferry will operate from May to October 2027, under an extension agreement between the Province and Bay Ferries Ltd. They will also explore options for the service’s long-term future.

• About 44,000 passengers used the ferry in 2026, roughly 10% more than in 2025.
• About 85% of passengers were from the United States.
• A 2026 economic impact study found ferry visitors tend to stay longer and spend more than average visitors.
• The Province budgeted about $21 million for the service in 2026.