A School Boat (1950s)

A Best Western TV commercial and then..

In British Columbia, Canada, a unique transportation system using sea buses helps children from remote islands and coastal settlements attend school. The boats, crewed by Mrs. Len Wilkinson and her husband, cover a vast area and have significantly improved school attendance over the past eight years. Each day, 120 children commute via sea bus, navigating various weather conditions. The service costs $70 a day, but local residents view it as a valuable investment in education. The children, primarily from fishing and lumber families, follow strict safety rules while enjoying their journeys.

Keywords
British Columbia, sea buses, school transportation, education, remote communities, attendance, fishing, lumbering, safety rules

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