Well, take it easy Pete, one or two thought something they cared about might be being maligned and that hasn't gone on here. The topic impacts thousands of PNW boaters and likely hundreds of TF members. It is the most important marine facility over about 300 miles of coast.
Anyhow, there's a small update on that, and a related local one: As early as:
July 9: Self isolation requirements for returning residents will be lifted
July 23: Travel to Bella Bella & Shearwater by BC residents will be permitted
Aug 1: Travel to Bella Bella & Shearwater by Canadian residents will be permitted
Proof of vax may be required of travelers. Mask mandates are still in place. A timeline for gatherings is being considered.
This week the HEDC people had a meeting with SW employees, the first communication they have had regarding the continuance of business, and their jobs. They announced that the current operations and employees' roles and jobs would be unchanged in the transition. I haven't had time to query more than one person at this point, an HFN guy, and his sentiments were positive. (Overall, though, the rank-and-file Heiltsuk aren't putting much hope into it.)
The Bridgeview guy did buy the Central Coaster, along with the tug and barges, and is taking over the leased terminal in Port Hardy. That business has been the biggest profit maker of the whole show for the last 10 years.
HFN is taking over the leased office/warehouse in Richmond. I don't know what they will want that for, it has been the corporate and marketing office and freight depot. Probably no choice on that with the lease. It must be pricey, adjacent to YVR. They are getting the four water taxis and the charter boat Pacific Lure.
Sorry I don't have any word on the marina opening, should know a bit more next week.