3 April 2023 For Immediate Release
Victoria, BC
Two new mooring buoys have been installed in the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve in the
vicinity of D’Arcy Island which lies between Sidney and Victoria in Haro Strait. Once a leper
colony one hundred years ago – it now invites visitors ashore to explore its interesting but sad
past. These mooring buoys will enhance access as the anchoring is difficult due to rocks and
kelp with tidal currents and winds complicating matters. Day visitors may tie up free of charge
while visiting.
The BC Marine Parks Forever Society (MPFS) has funded this project which has been fulfilled
by Parks Canada. MPFS has existed for 30 years and has contributed to the acquisition of desirable anchorages that have expanded the wonderful system of marine parks in BC that we enjoy today. Additionally, MPFS has enhanced
environmental protection and improved safety by installing stern tie pins in many Salish Sea anchorages. Go to www.bcmpfs.ca for more information on MPFS. Visitors to Gulf Islands National Park Reserve can get information at
www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/bc/gulf/
MPFS Contact: Jim Phillips (President) jimphillipsvanisl@gmail.com 250 667-7471
GINPR Contact: General Office 866 944-1744