For more than a 1000 years the Ditidaht First Nation people have been paddling, however, that tradition was almost extinct as a result of the residential school system.
The Ditidaht First Nation are located on Nitinaht Lake, B.C. whose traditional territory includes Lake Cowichan, B.C. on Vancouver Island. They launched a first of its kind paddle program on the symbolic day of June 11, 2012 - The National Healing Day of Reconciliation as a way of reclaiming their love and passion for...
The Port Alberni Port Authority is pleased to advise the public that - barring any unforeseen circumstances - the Argyle Pier Breakwater at Harbour Quay will be open to pedestrian access by this Saturday, July 21st.
Everyone is reminded to be aware of your surroundings, others around you, and use caution while on the breakwater.
The Port Authority thanks Harbour Quay merchants for their patience while this phase of the project was under construction as well as the public for...
The Port Alberni Port Authority recognizes and shares the great interest among the community about the floating breakwater that will be installed off the end of Argyle Pier at Harbour Quay. The current schedule* has the tow from Port Alberni Terminals' Berth 1 to the pontoons’ designated location set to occur between 7 – 10 am this Thursday, June 21st. (*Schedule is subject to change.)
While no access can be provided within the Port Alberni Terminals or Port Authority Office the...
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June 5, 2012
Port Alberni Port Authority Names New CEO
PORT ALBERNI – The Port Alberni Port Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Zoran Knezevic as new Chief Executive Officer effective July 3, 2012.
Mr. Knezevic has accumulated over 26 years in the shipping industry, port and terminal systems management including as an officer for the Yogoslavian Merchant Marines. Upon moving to Canada in 1992 he continued his career in the...
PORT ALBERNI PORT AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF DEMOLITION
CLUTESI HAVEN BUILDING
Please be advised that due to structural safety issues the Port Alberni Port Authority will demolition and remove the Clutesi Haven Marina building.
The demolition and removal of debris is scheduled to commence between Monday June 11th at 8:00 a.m. and may continue through to Friday June 15th, 4:00 p.m.
Please be Advised that During Demolition and Removal of Materials:
• Do...
The much anticipated arrival of the floating breakwater to Port Alberni on May 13th has triggered the installation and construction schedule lead by the Port Alberni Port Authority (PAPA). This phase of the overall Fishermen’s Harbour Improvement project involves 2 main components:
1. The installation of the floating breakwater off of Argyle Pier at Harbour Quay and
2. The installation of the abutment and ramp from Argyle Pier to the breakwater
PAPA’s installation and...
We are advising all our members and the public that unfortunately our annual Fantasy Auction has been postponed. All tickets sold will be fully refunded. Sponsorships will be used when we re-schedule the event in the new year.
Primary reasons for the postponement are soft ticket sales and staffing challenges. The Chamber is sorry for this inconvenience and we will definitely advise when we re-schedule the event in the New Year.
Thank you for your support to-date. Call for...
The Chamber of Commerce shop at home campaign entitled "Shop Alberni" begins Tuesday November 1st. It will be in effect until December 31st.
Participating merchants will display “Shop Alberni” posters in their shop windows, they will be listed on the chamber’s website (avcoc.com) and the list will be published. Shoppers will benefit greatly from spending their money at these participating merchants because they will receive discounts. The first time you spend $50.00 or more at a...
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Brampton, Ontario – September 20th 2011
Woody’s Canada President Dan Masters is pleased to announce that they will be opening a location in Port Alberni October 3rd in the Howard Johnson Hotel at 4850 Beaver Creek Rd.
Local franchise owner Esther Jackway is very excited to be able to bring Woody’s to Port Alberni and invites all her friends and everyone in Port Alberni to her restaurant to eat the way they do in the south.
Local residents...
