The planned return of the CAT high-speed ferry service from Maine to Nova Scotia, Canada, is canceled for 2021 because of the pandemic, the province of Nova Scotia announced Monday.
The 2021 season would have run from May to October. Last year s season was also called off due to public health concerns about COVID-19.
“It is a disappointing decision to have to make, but given the ongoing uncertainty, it is really the only choice we have. We must keep Nova Scotians safe,” said Lloyd Hines, Nova Scotia s Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister, in a statement.
“The province remains committed to this service in the long term. It will resume when circumstances allow, he added. Many Nova Scotians invest time, effort and money based on this ferry service, and many highly skilled people work on it. We are appreciative of their service and effort and know they will understand the circumstances.’’