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Travel & Freight

Owen Sound Transportation Company is pleased to offer reliable transportation for passengers, commercial vehicles, and freight, subject to some restrictions. Explore information on travelling aboard the MS Chi-Cheemaun, Pelee Island Ferries, and MV Niska 1 with wide-load vehicles, commercial bookings, our dangerous goods policy, and more.

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Passengers

OSTC welcomes both walk-on passengers and those travelling with their personal vehicles on all our ferry routes.

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Freight

Freight items, including properly stored perishable items, are accepted aboard Pelee Island Ferries, Pelee Island Winter Air Service, and the MV Niska 1.

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Commercial Vehicles

We are pleased to accept commercial vehicles across all our ferry routes, with some restrictions.

Travel & Freight Requirements

MS Chi-Cheemaun

Trucks which require overweight highway permits cannot board the MS Chi-Cheemaun. Trucks with wide load permits are subject to restrictions and additional fees.

Pelee Island Ferries

Trucks requiring overweight highway permits cannot be accepted for passage aboard Pelee Island Ferries. Wide-load highway permits are charged for half fare extra above normal rates. Some restrictions and additional fees apply. Reservations are required; please call 1-800-661-2220 for details.

MV Niska 1

Commercial businesses that wish to make bookings aboard the MV Niska 1 are asked to call 1-705-658-4335 or email [email protected].

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Dangerous Goods

Passengers on all ferry routes are required to comply with mandatory declaration of dangerous goods, with specific restrictions on items like propane and gasoline to ensure safety. Certain items are prohibited on regular sailings but may be permitted on designated Dangerous Goods-only trips, subject to inspection.

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Head Office

Hours: 

Mon — Fri: 8:30 AM — 4:30 PM
Sat & Sun: Closed

Phone:

519.376.8740 (please note we are unable to take reservation bookings, cancellation or modifications at our Head Office)

Address:

Owen Sound Transportation Company
717875, Hwy 6
Owen Sound, Ontario
N4K 5N7

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we allow vehicles transporting livestock onboard the MS Chi-Cheemaun. Reservations are recommended; please call 1-800-265-3163.

Some restrictions and additional fees apply to commercial vehicles. Please contact reservations at 1-800-265-3163 to be connected with a Commercial Booking Agent.

Please note, trucks requiring overweight highway permits cannot be accepted for passage.

All dangerous goods must be transported in accordance with the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations and the Cargo, Fumigation and Tackle Regulations. Dangerous goods include, but are not limited to: Gasoline and propane (including used and empty fuel containers), Compressed gases, Flammable solids and liquids, Corrosives or other regulated materials, Hay and straw (must complete a Dangerous Goods Shipping Document), Firearms and ammunition. NOTE: Fireworks, pyrotechnics and electric vehicles or bicycles with damaged or defective batteries are strictly prohibited and are not permitted on our vessels at any time.