Northumberland Ferries Limited faces audit after troubled season, says transport minister [Video]

Canada’s transport minister will order an audit of the company that operates the ferry service between P.E.I. and Nova Scotia, CBC News has learned. 

Anita Anand said the frequent interruptions to Northumberland Ferries Limited’s service during the 2024 sailing season were “unacceptable,” according to information provided in a statement from a senior federal government official. 

“With the past season marked by numerous interruptions and delays, it’s important to ensure that Northumberland Ferries has strong protocols in place to prevent future issues and guarantee safe operations,” the statement reads.

“This audit is about putting Islanders first — making sure the ferries are operating safely, reliably, and delivering the service people in Atlantic Canada deserve.”

The timeline for conducting the audit was not immediately clear, but the source said Anand would like the review to begin as soon as possible. Transport Canada has issued a tender for a contractor to conduct the audit. 

CBC News has reached out to Northumberland Ferries for comment, …