Prince Rupert Port Authority
200-215 Cow Bay Road V8J 1A2 Prince Rupert, BC, Canada

Community kitchens and greenhouses help bring people together and encourage a healthier lifestyle. Through our Community Investment Fund, we've contributed to projects with Friendship House Association of Prince Rupert, Gitxaala Nation and Metlakatla First Nation to help support food security and sustainability in their respective communities. Learn more about how these projects have helped thousands of people across the North Coast at rupertport.com/cif10/

Our Land Use Plan has been finalized. Check out https://www.rupertport.com/land-use-plan/ to learn more about the new land designations and other changes we've made.

Happy #Diwali to all those celebrating in Canada and around the world. While festivities with family and friends may look different this year, we hope your holiday is full of peace and light.

The ultrasound machine at Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is used for a variety of exams that assist doctors in diagnosing and treating patients with a range of medical conditions. Having this type of cutting edge equipment located in the community saves people from the stress and inconvenience of travelling to other parts of the province for exams. Northern Health was able to purchase this device and complete other upgrades at Prince Rupert Regional Hospital thanks to support from the Community Investment Fund. You can learn more about this project and other contributions at rupertport.com/cif10

Take part in Vopak Pacific Canada's Virtual Open Houses November 24 & 26 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Learn more about the proposed project and find links to the online events at vopak.com/vopak-pacific-canada

Happy Friday! We are giving a special shout-out to 2020 PRPA Scholarship recipient Brendan Eshom, on the first anniversary of his Sm’algyax Word of the Day website. Check out www.smalgyax.ca to see the glossary, song sheets, and other amazing resources Brendan has gathered for free.

We've finalized our Land Use Plan Update. Go to rupertport.com/land-use-plan/ to learn about the changes we've made and download a digital copy.

The 333 Recovery Homes Society and North Coast Transition Society help people regain control of their lives. Working through these personal challenges takes round-the-clock support, which both of these organizations provide to their clients. Our Community Investment Fund contributed to renovations and new infrastructure, which has allowed a greater number of people to benefit from their services. We are commemorating the 10th anniversary of our Community Investment Fund by e...xamining the impact of some of the dozens of projects we've been proud to take part in. Go to https://www.rupertport.com/cif10/ to learn more.

Business nominations LIVE since the start at midnight today to Friday, December 18th for our Chamber’s Annual Business Excellence Awards. These awards publicly... recognize outstanding businesses, organizations and individuals that demonstrate excellence in business and a passion for the community. Start celebrating your businesses live now: awards.princerupertchamber.ca

Our Land Use Plan update has been finalized and is available at https://www.rupertport.com/land-use-plan/ The updated Plan provides a vision for the Port of Prince Rupert’s potential development through the next 20 years. Several new land use designations were created to recognize a local desire to improve waterfront recreation, viewscape buffers, and habitat enhancement. ... The next two decades will bring exciting opportunities and challenges to PRPA and the Port of Prince Rupert. Watch the video below and visit our website to learn more.

Join us later this morning to learn about the update to our Land Use Plan.

Prince Rupert Gymnastics provides classes for athletes of all ages and skill levels, including a competitive team that trains multiple times a week. The association was able to buy new equipment, expand its offerings, and secure a full-time coach thanks to contributions from the Community Investment Fund and other local donors. Check out https://www.rupertport.com/cif10/ for more info on the Gymnastics Association and other Community Investment Fund Projects that have made an impact over the past decade.

The Prince Rupert Port Authority is proud to support the Skeena Sockeye Century Project, which will play a valuable role in the future of wild salmon stocks in British Columbia. We are pleased to be working with an organization like SkeenaWild Conservation Trust that shares our sustainability values and recognizes the importance of the health of Skeena River salmon. Learn more about this project and the $50,000 contribution from our Skeena River Salmon Enhancement Program:... https://www.rupertport.com/prince-rupert-port-authority-an/

We are celebrating 10 years of building stronger communities, looking back on projects that make us proud. Walking around the North Pacific Cannery, visitors are transported back in time. Several major restoration projects have helped preserve its unique heritage, including the replacement of the working dock, which has enabled the site to host large community and special events. Visit https://www.rupertport.com/cif10/ to learn how the Community Investment Fund has supported projects like the North Pacific Cannery National Historic Site.

Prince Rupert Port Authority is hiring! We are seeking an IT Infrastructure Administrator to join our team. Go to https://www.rupertport.com//it-infrastructure-administrat/ for info on how to apply. #SmallTownBigPort #CanadasLeadingEdge

Are you interested in playing a role in marine safety in Prince Rupert? See details below from the Canadian Coast Guard.

We believe strong communities sustain us. To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Community Investment Fund, PRPA is looking back at projects that embody the spirit of the fund. Since opening its doors in 1987, the Lester Centre of the Arts has been an important community gathering place in Prince Rupert. People come from all over the Northwest to see performances in the theatre, which hosts numerous special events. Through multiple Community Investment Fund contributions, this unique space has been updated with new state-of-the-art equipment. Visit https://www.rupertport.com/cif10/ to learn how projects like the Lester Centre continue to make a difference.

On #WorldTeachersDay we send our thanks and appreciation to the many devoted teachers and educators who inspire and support their students!

In recognition of #OrangeShirtDay, PRPA staff join others across the country in honouring all those who've attended and been impacted by residential schools. #EveryChildMatters Learn more at orangeshirtday.org