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PORT OF PRINCE RUPERT SEES DECLINE IN CARGO VOLUMES IN 2021 BUT POISED FOR GROWTH
The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) released its annual cargo volumes today – over 25 million tonnes moved through the Prince Rupert Gateway in Northern BC in 2021. Despite this uncharacteristic 23 percent decrease in year-over-year total volume, the Port of Prince Rupert played a vital role in ensuring the movement of essential goods on North America’s West Coast and provided important economic stability for the region through a tumultuous year. With optimistic market forecasts and new capacity coming on stream, the Prince Rupert Gateway has every reason to feel confident about its performance in 2022. Read More
PRPA Helps Transform Sound at Prince Rupert’s Performing Arts Centre
A new world-class sound system has been installed at the Lester Centre of the Arts in Prince Rupert, opening a new range of artistic possibilities for the many performances and community events that take place at the facility. Read MoreToday in the harbour
Last updated: 2022-01-24 08:30:21
| Ship | Status | Berth | Cargo | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALKIMOS HERACLES | Arrived | Ridley Terminal | Metalurgical Coal | 12/27/2021 1045 | 01/24/2022 1900 |
| DZ YANTAI | Arrived | Anchorage 15 | Container | 12/27/2021 0618 | 02/04/2022 1900 |
| RDO CONCEPTION | Arrived | Anchorage 31 | Container | 12/17/2021 2248 | 02/04/2022 1900 |
| BELFUJI | Arrived | Inbound to Anchorage 04 | Wheat | 01/24/2022 0656 | 02/04/2022 1700 |
| PRINCESS COCO | Arrived | Anchorage 28 | Container | 01/23/2022 0834 | 02/04/2022 1900 |
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Work is underway at the Northland Seafoods building (located on Cow Bay Road, between the Metlakatla Ferry Dock and Northland Cruise Terminal).
We ask that drivers and pedestrians pay attention to signage and use extra caution in the area.
Through our Community Investment Fund, we partner with local organizations to enhance educational, cultural, recreational, and health and wellness opportunities across the North Coast.
From building greenhouses and playgrounds, to purchasing new medical equipment and revitalizing landmarks, since 2010 the Community Investment Fund has contributed to more than 90 projects, benefitting people of all ages.
We are currently accepting proposals for 2022. Visit www.rupertport.com/cif to learn more about the application process.
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Thank you to everyone who took part in our Festive Flair Contest last month! We were so impressed with the artwork we received.
Congratulations to raffle winner Zoey Smith from Conrad Elementary School, who won a special edition @RupertRampage jersey, signed by the entire team!
Want to apply to our Community Investment Fund? Join us today from 12-12:30pm for a Virtual Information Session to learn about the submission process.
Participants will hear past success stories, gain helpful tips and can take part in a Q&A. Go to https://bit.ly/3EZTaSP to join today's online event.
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We are now accepting applications for our Community Investment Fund. Since 2010, we've committed more than $14 million to the Fund and partnered with local organizations to complete more than 90 projects throughout Northwest BC.
To learn more about the Community Investment Fund and the application process, join us virtually on Wednesday January 12th from 12-12:30PM for an online information session.
Visit rupertport.com/cif/ for details.
New career opportunities for the new year.
We are looking for a Manager, Finance and a Financial Accountant to join our team. Visit the link in our bio to learn about these two positions and how to apply.
Happy New Year! We'll see you anew in 2022!
Sending best wishes & thanks for another great year!
Each of 3,700 people working directly in the Prince Rupert Gateway contributes to the Port's success. Learn about the impact their jobs are having on Northern BC communities at www.rupertport.com/economic-impact/
Our PRPA Harbour Patrol elves spread Christmas cheer to vessel crews anchored in Prince Rupert over the holidays. The staff at PRPA sends our heartfelt gratitude to mariners the world over for all of their hard work through 2021 to keep essential goods moving. We salute you!
This December, PRPA staff collected items to donate to the North Coast Transition Society, spreading some holiday cheer to those who access the programs there.
A big thank you to everyone in the community who also donated to the many worthwhile organizations in the Prince Rupert area this holiday season, and to ALL of the many volunteers who contribute their time and energy and make things a little brighter all year-round! We see you ❤️
What a year 2021 has been! Our offices are closed this year between December 25th and January 3rd to observe the holidays. We look forward to working with you again in 2022!
Sharing Christmas joy with the young at heart ❤️
PRPA was delighted to partner with the Prince Rupert Hospital Auxiliary (PRHA) to ensure every resident at Acropolis Manor had a gift to open on Christmas morning.
Heather Bishop with PRHA is featured here shopping for presents.
Season's Greetings to you and yours from us @rupertport!
On December 11th, Giving for Goals held a turkey dinner fundraiser prior to that night’s Rampage game. The event, hosted by KidSport Prince Rupert in partnership with the Rupert Rampage, City of Prince Rupert and PRPA, raised over $3,800 towards the local chapter of KidSport- So ALL Kids Can Play. Now that’s a win!
PRPA and the City of Prince Rupert are pleased to share that the Seal Cove Salt Marsh restoration project is nearing the finish line.
Despite challenges brought on by weather conditions and material delays due to supply chain disruptions, benches and lights will be installed next month. The project will be officially complete and open to the public early in the New Year - stay tuned for details.
We thank you for your patience and look forward to inviting you to a community grand opening event in the Spring of 2022 to celebrate this new community asset!
For more details on the project, visit https://www.rupertport.com/seal-cove-project/
On December 11th, the Donation Station was rocking at the Rupert Rampage home game. The sponsoring organization that night was KidSport Prince Rupert.
Thank you to all those that donated generously or purchased cotton candy - over 80 bags were sold that night alone.
100% of the funds raised are going to charity, including this week's partners and the Indian Residential School Survivors Society. We can’t wait to tally up the fundraising total at the end of the hockey season!
Calling all creative kids!
A reminder for children to submit their original artwork, illustrating what the holiday season means to them, to participate in our Festive Flair Creative Art Contest!
The pictures will be showcased in the Port Interpretive Centre throughout the holidays. Each child who submits their art will be entered to win a limited edition Rupert Rampage jersey, signed by the entire team.
Artwork can be dropped off at the Port Interpretive Centre (215 Cow Bay Rd, Prince Rupert) Tuesday through Saturday from 12pm to 4pm. Contest closes December 23d.
This fall, the Prince Rupert Port Authority and local industry partners have teamed up with the @BreakfastClubofCanada / Club des petits déjeuners to help provide nutritious breakfast options to students at five schools in #PrinceRupert.
Through our Power Up Breakfast Program, volunteers from PRPA, Pembina, and RTI have been assisting dedicated Rupert Schools staff in serving students their most important meal of the day, helping to energize their young bodies and minds.
Reaching more than half a million children in over 3,330 programs throughout the country, Breakfast Club of Canada ensures kids are better fueled for success in the classroom and beyond.
A new world-class sound system has been installed at @LesterCentreOfTheArts in Prince Rupert, opening a new range of artistic possibilities for the many performances and community events that take place at the facility.
This extensive upgrade was made possible through a partnership between the Prince Rupert Port Authority’s (PRPA) Community Investment Fund and Prince Rupert Performing Arts Centre Society (PRPACS) and is the latest in a series of projects that has revitalized the creative heart of the city.
To watch a video outlining the impact of the sound system upgrade project @LesterCentreOfTheArts, click here: http://ow.ly/m5xm50HbMJG
REMINDER: Be More Than a Bystander, presented in partnership with RCMP Victims Services, is coming up at 7pm at the Lester Centre of the Arts.
This afternoon we were on hand as @rupertschools students from CHSS and PCS heard from former CFL player JR LaRose about ways they can take action and speak out against violence against women and girls.
Register for a ticket to tonight's free community event: https://www.ticketor.com/lestercentre/bemorethanabystander
Vaccine certificate, ID, and face mask are required to enter.
This fall, the Prince Rupert Port Authority and local industry partners have teamed up with @breakfastclubcanada to help provide nutritious breakfast options to students at five schools in #PrinceRupert.
Through our Power Up Breakfast Program, volunteers from PRPA, Pembina, and RTI have been assisting dedicated @rupertschools staff in serving students their most important meal of the day, helping to energize their young bodies and minds.
Reaching more than half a million children in over 3,330 programs throughout the country, the Breakfast Club of Canada ensures kids are better fueled for success in the classroom and beyond.
We're excited to announce our Festive Flair Creative Art Contest!
Children are invited to submit their original artwork, illustrating what the holiday season means to them. The pictures will be showcased in the Port Interpretive Centre through the holidays.
Each child who submits their art will be entered to win a limited edition Rupert Rampage jersey, signed by the entire team.
Artwork can be dropped off at the Port Interpretive Centre (215 Cow Bay Rd, #PrinceRupert) Tuesday through Saturday from 12pm to 4pm. Contest closes December 23d.
Please be advised that due to the high winds Prince Rupert is currently experiencing, the roof at the Northern Seafoods building (located on Cow Bay Road, between the Metlakatla Ferry Dock and Northland Cruise Terminal) has become unstable. We ask that members of the public avoid the area until the wind subsides.
UPDATE at 1730
Following the grounding incident of the MSC Altair earlier today, the Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) can confirm that the vessel is now in the outer Harbour, with a tug escort and a BC Coast Pilot aboard.
When the wind subsides, the vessel will move to anchorage to undergo assessment.
PRPA would like to thank all those involved in the swift and safe response to this incident.
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At approximately 2PM today, strong winds caused the container vessel MSC Altair to break its lines from where it was berthed at Fairview Container Terminal and grounded on the eastern side of nearby Digby Island. Multiple tugs have refloated the vessel and it’s now under its own power and will be moving safely to anchorage. No injuries have been reported.
Initial reports indicate no significant damage to the vessel and no indications of marine pollution are apparent. More information will be provided as it becomes available. Visit ruperport.com for updates.
The Prince Rupert Port Authority is fully engaged in supporting the response to the devastating impacts of the flooding in southern British Columbia and is ready to help the communities and supply chains being impacted by it.
The Port of Prince Rupert remains fully operational and is not experiencing any impact to port or rail operations related to the extreme weather events in southern British Columbia. The Port of Prince Rupert is one of Canada’s critical gateways for supply chains, facilitating $60 billion in trade annually and is ready to activate its full capacity. A number of terminals within the Port of Prince Rupert currently have the ability to handle additional cargo and are actively engaged with shippers and CN to assist in facilitating the movement of critical goods, supplies and trade.
Prince Rupert Ground Search and Rescue is now equipped with a new specialized vehicle that will transform how its volunteers conduct their emergency operations. The non-profit society’s new mobile command centre was made possible through a contribution from our Community Investment Fund.
This specialized vehicle is equipped with the communications devices necessary to coordinate a search and rescue operation, allowing the team to stay connected with other organizations and respond to events more rapidly.
Learn about this project and the other investments we've made in public safety in #NorthwestBC at rupertport.com
#SAR #NorthCoast #NorthernBC #CommunitySafety #PublicSafety
Become part of Canada's Leading Edge Team. We are hiring a Director, Gateway Operations and Planning.
Learn more about this position and how to apply at link in bio.
We hope you'll join us tomorrow for the unveiling of Prince Rupert Ground Search and Rescue's new mobile command centre!
Community members are invited to meet local first responders and volunteers, and see their emergency vehicles up-close.
WHERE: Northland Cruise Terminal Parking Lot
WHEN: Saturday November 13th from 11AM to 1PM
*Masks are recommended*
Our offices are closed for Remembrance Day as we honour all those who have served and sacrificed for Canada.
Join us Saturday November 13th, for an up-close look at #PrinceRupert Ground Search and Rescue's new mobile command centre!
The specially designed mobile unit helps Search and Rescue teams enhance their emergency response capabilities, and was made possible through our Community Investment Fund.
@princerupertfirerescue @rcmsar64 and Prince Rupert RCMP will also be on hand to show-off their emergency vehicles at this family-friendly, community event.
WHERE: Northland Cruise Terminal Parking Lot
WHEN: Saturday November 13th from 11AM to 1PM
*Masks are recommended*
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