Canada's transport minister is ordering an audit of the ferry service between Nova Scotia and P.E.I. after a season plagued by delays and interruptions.
The audit will help ensure that Northumberland Ferries, the company that operates the seasonal service, has protocols in place to guarantee safe transit and to prevent future problems, Anand said in an emailed statement on Monday.
“This audit is about putting Islanders first — making sure the ferries are operating safely, reliably, and delivering the service people in Atlantic Canada deserve.”For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
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