Extension Of Federal Ban Wipes Out Sydney Cruise Ship Season

by Bobby NockMay 29, 2020

The federal government has made an announcement today that wipes out the cruise ship season for the Port of Sydney.

Ottawa has extended COVID-19 cruise ship limitations until October 31^st.

No ship with overnight accommodation that carries more than 100 people is allowed in Canadian waters until at least that date.

Ships carrying less than 100 people have to follow guidance from local health authorities.

Ferries and water taxis can continue to operate with coronavirus restrictions in place.

Bobby Nock

Bobby grew up in Whycocomagh before moving to Halifax to attend university where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Journalism degree. After university, Bobby moved back to Cape Breton where he began working as a freelance journalist and has done work for both print media and as a broadcast journalist. As the News Director, Bobby Nock will get your day started by bringing you information that helps connect you to the community with all the latest in local news.

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