High winds along British Columbia's south coast have prompted BC Ferries to cancel one round-trip sailing from the B.C. mailand to Vancouver Island.

The cancellation of the 11:00 a.m sailing from Tsawwassen, and the 1:00 p.m. return trip from Swartz Bay is already leading to conjestion on the Tsawwassen ferry terminal.

BC Ferries has confirmed that the Spirit of BC cancellation is due to winds, and also due to the fact that the ship continues to operate on only three of its four engines.

If the windy weather continues, more cancellations from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay are expected.

As a result, ferry passengers are advised to check the BC Ferries website.