Through the BC Ferries Sport Experience Program, BC Ferries and viaSport provide travel support to eligible not-for-profit sport organizations and athletes. Please refer to the program guidelines for full details.
Vouchers may be used by athletes travelling to compete in:
- International Events, National Championships, Western Canadian Championships, Provincial Championships, Selection Camps hosted in British Columbia
- Does not include: B.C. High School Provincial Championships, pre-season, tournaments, regular season league or event play
Who can apply?
Applications may be submitted, individually or for a group, by the following:
- Athletes aged 18 years and younger, or someone representing the athlete (e.g. parent, guardian, coach) When multiple athletes from one club or organization are applying for travel to the same event, only one application should be submitted.
- Not-for-profit provincial sport organizations
- Not-for-profit local sport organizations, clubs and associations that are:
- a member in good standing of an appropriate provincial sport organization OR working in partnership with an appropriate provincial organization; and
- demonstrate inclusive and equitable practices that maximize sport, recreation, physical activity and leadership opportunities in the community
- Coaches or officials traveling to a recognized certification or professional development opportunity
If you are affiliated with a Disability Sport Organization you can apply for the BC Ferries Disability Sport Experience.
Applications for ferry vouchers must be received at least 12 business days (between and including Monday to Friday, not including weekends and public holidays) before the first day of travel in order to be considered. Exceptions will not be made for late applications.
2024-25 BC Ferries Sport Experience Program
Through the BC Ferries Sport Experience Program, BC Ferries and viaSport provide travel support to eligible not-for-profit sport organizations and athletes. Please refer to the program guidelines for full details.
Vouchers may be used by athletes travelling to compete in:
- International Events, National Championships, Western Canadian Championships, Provincial Championships, Selection Camps hosted in British Columbia
- Does not include: B.C. High School Provincial Championships, pre-season, tournaments, regular season league or event play
Who can apply?
Applications may be submitted, individually or for a group, by the following:
- Athletes aged 18 years and younger, or someone representing the athlete (e.g. parent, guardian, coach) When multiple athletes from one club or organization are applying for travel to the same event, only one application should be submitted.
- Not-for-profit provincial sport organizations
- Not-for-profit local sport organizations, clubs and associations that are:
- a member in good standing of an appropriate provincial sport organization OR working in partnership with an appropriate provincial organization; and
- demonstrate inclusive and equitable practices that maximize sport, recreation, physical activity and leadership opportunities in the community
- Coaches or officials traveling to a recognized certification or professional development opportunity
If you are affiliated with a Disability Sport Organization you can apply for the BC Ferries Disability Sport Experience.
Applications for ferry vouchers must be received at least 12 business days (between and including Monday to Friday, not including weekends and public holidays) before the first day of travel in order to be considered. Exceptions will not be made for late applications.