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Global News
a day ago
- Global News
He was their ‘miracle baby': Horseshoe Bay rallies around family after 4-year-old killed
All Silvana de Oliveira Schramm ever wanted was to become a mom. She and Cilneu Machado had met in her hometown in Brazil and she had moved to Canada in 2014 before they got married. They welcomed what Machado called 'their one per cent miracle baby' Leonardo in 2021. The little boy was killed last week at a bus stop in Horseshoe Bay when he, his mother and a family friend were returning from a day trip to Bowen Island. The collision happened around 3:30 p.m. on May 28, at the bus stop just outside the BC Ferries foot passenger ticket booth. Witnesses say a TransLink bus jumped the curb, striking several people. Schramm remains in the hospital where she is sedated. Story continues below advertisement Theresa Morrison, owner of AJ's Brooklyn Pizza Joint where Machado works, has organized a GoFundMe for the family and has been in constant contact with them. 'He's obviously not doing well,' she said of Machado. 'Silvana's still quite intensive right now, so we're just praying for her over the next couple of days especially. There's been a lot of trauma.' Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Morrison said Schramm suffered quite extensive injuries from the waist down. The family friend who was with the mother and son is also recovering but has been released from the hospital. '(Machado) works a lot of jobs so that (Schramm) can stay home and just be with Leonardo,' Morrison told Global News. She said they were just a happy family and Machado worked multiple jobs to make sure his family had everything they needed. 'They love to travel, they spent quite a bit of time in Brazil last year with her family there, as well as his family in Sao Paulo. But yeah, they were just very happy, very happy.' 3:23 Memorial growing at scene of deadly Horseshoe Bay bus crash Morrison said that while Machado was reluctant at first to start a fundraiser, he recognized the challenges coming from this tragedy and that he needs to be there to support his wife. Story continues below advertisement He has also expressed concern for the bus driver and anyone who witnessed the collision. 'He's an incredibly kind and compassionate man,' Morrison said of her employee. 'He's a man of deep faith. Believes in forgiveness and also understands that, you know, accidents happen and that there isn't anyone to blame here. 'What he said is with tragedies, there's opportunities to learn and teach and support and that's really what he's focused on right now.' View image in full screen Four-year-old Leonardo and his mom, Silvana. Leonardo was killed in a tragic bus accident in Horseshoe Bay on May 28. GoFundMe Morrison said the community has stepped up in a big way to provide support for the family. 'I think this touches a lot of people, you know, a lot of us have kids and I think that sort of tragedy, it can't not impact you,' Morrison added. Story continues below advertisement – with files from Simon Little and Taya Fast
Global News
3 days ago
- Business
- Global News
BC Ferries' new lounge menu prices have some passengers feeling at sea
BC Ferries' new Seascapes Dining Lounge menu is making waves — but not in a good way, with some passengers saying the prices are enough to rock the boat. Admission to the lounge is $6 per person, which includes unlimited tea, coffee and soft drinks. However, the newly-released prices for food and other beverages could quickly rack up the bill. A bowl of cranberry and coconut oatmeal begins at $9.99 while a continental breakfast plate or banana caramel crepe will set you back $13.99. The lunch and dinner menu ranges in price from $9.49 for a bowl of soup, to $19.99 for a beef barbacoa and rice bowl. 'I think that's silly. We're paying to get on the ferry anyways,' passenger Lauren said. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy She was echoed by her friend and fellow student Georgia. Story continues below advertisement 'I would not be caught dead paying $14 for a breakfast as a student personally,' Georgia said. 'We know Vancouver is expensive. We know B.C. is expensive, but that's just totally, totally unreasonable.' 2:11 BC Ferries introduce new lounge with $6 entrance fee Alcoholic drinks may feel comparable to any restaurant on land, with beer, cider and cocktails ranging from $7.99 to $8.99, and wine goes for $14.99, but they must be accompanied by a meal. By comparison, a full dinner in the former Pacific Buffet onboard was $27, including unlimited dessert. 'I feel a bit sad that the buffet ended up closing, actually, because it was a very nice experience to be able to do that,' passenger Janine Mayers said. 'I understand that there is the need for cost, but I do think that it's not as good of an experience.' Story continues below advertisement BC Ferries says it ditched the buffet because it wasn't attracting many passengers and lost more than $1 million a year.
Global News
4 days ago
- Global News
Community reeling after Horseshoe Bay bus crash kills child, critically injures mother
Multiple investigations are underway into a horrific bus crash in Horseshoe Bay that left a four-year-old boy dead and his mother in critical condition on Wednesday. The tragedy, which left a third person in hospital in stable condition, has left the community reeling. Students who witnessed the collision returned to the site Thursday morning to lay flowers for the victims. 'Everybody seemed a little in shock,' said North Vancouver teacher Keith Gallant. 'Having a relationship with some of the students, particularly the boys, wanted to try to model some healthy grief and so I bought some flowers and asked them all to take a piece and share a thought for the mom and for the boy that's lost.' 1:30 Child killed by bus in Horseshoe Bay Vancouverite Aaron Golden, who frequently travels through the terminal, told Global News he'd spent about an hour at the site reflecting on the tragedy. Story continues below advertisement 'It could be anyone. We all stand on sidewalks. It's tragic and it hits close to home,' he said. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'It hurts that it could have been you, it could have been someone you loved.' The collision happened around 3:30 p.m., a the bus stop just outside the BC Ferries foot passenger ticket booth. Witnesses say a TransLink bus jumped the curb, striking several people. 'The sudden death of a child is a uniquely tragic event severely impacting the family, witnesses, first responders and the community as a whole,' West Vancouver police Sgt. Chris Bigland said Wednesday night. 'To those who stepped up today and did what they could, thank you.' Police said they had spoken with the bus driver, and that the vehicle has been seized. 0:49 Horseshoe Bay bus crash leaves 1 dead, others injured Investigators have ruled out speed as a contributing factor, but are still trying to piece together exactly what happened and probing whether criminality was involved. Story continues below advertisement Police said they had no additional details to share on Thursday. TransLink declined to comment and referred questions to police. In a statement, BC Ferries thanked first responders for their swift response. 'We want to acknowledge the emotional impact on those who witnessed the incident, including our people, transit partners, and customers,' the company said. 'To our team members who stepped in to help, your courage and compassion mean more than words can express. We are deeply grateful and proud.' Gallant said the incident has left emotions raw across the North Shore. 'Bowen Island is feeling it. Horseshoe Bay is definitely feeling this,' he said. 'I hope people come together and take care of themselves, but particularly take care of our youth and model healthy grief.' Anyone with information or video shot in the area at the time of the collision is asked to contact West Vancouver police.
Global News
5 days ago
- Global News
Police respond to ‘serious' collision involving bus at Horseshoe Bay
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook West Vancouver police are asking people to stay away from the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal as they respond to a 'serious motor vehicle incident.' Police posted the update to social media shortly before 4 p.m., but have yet to provide details about what happened. TransLink confirmed a bus was involved in an incident at the terminal, and directed all further questions to police. 1:58 BC Ferries announces changes to bookings at Horseshoe Bay 'We ask that the public avoid the area and follow #WVPD directions to allow emergency personnel to work,' police wrote. Story continues below advertisement DriveBC located the incident at Keith Road and Bay Street, just outside the BC Ferries terminal building in the Horseshoe Bay village. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy It was not immediately clear what impact the incident was having on ferry traffic. The Horseshoe Bay Business Association said that Wednesday's Taste of the Bay community event had been cancelled until further notice 'due to an extremely unfortunate event.' More to come…
CTV News
17-05-2025
- CTV News
Busy times at BC Ferries terminals
Vancouver Watch This May long weekend marks the start of the peak travel season for BC Ferries.
