BC Ferries: booking is not mandatory on Comox–Powell River route

BC Ferries posted a statement to its social media to clarify what it called “misinformation” claiming that bookings are mandatory and drive-up customers are being turned away on their Comox–Powell River route.
“Unlike what you may have read, bookings are not mandatory and customers without a booking are not automatically turned away,” the post said. “In fact, drive-up travel remains available on every sailing. However, we encourage customers to book in advance