Marine Atlantic cancels sailings due to high winds

High winds and rough seas are keeping Marine Atlantic's ferries in port today.

The ferry service between North Sydney, N.S. and Port aux Basques, N.L.didn't run at all Saturday eitherdue toweather.

Environment Canada has a gale warning in effect, with westerly winds reaching 35-45 knots.

Waves could reach 4-6 metres by this afternoon, which would make for a tough crossing.

The wind and waves are expected to die down by Monday morning.

Passengers with reservations for Saturday andSundayhave been rescheduled forthe 11:45 a.m. crossing Monday.

Marine Atlantic is asking passengers to stay in contact with the company by either checking itswebsite or calling1-800-341-7981.