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Statement from Mayor Sharie Minions

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

PORT ALBERNI – We are not strangers to adversity in the Alberni Valley. When tough times hit, we rally together and do what must be done to make sure everyone gets through it.

The past two days are another example of our community doing just that. As I share our story with the world through the interviews I do, I am proud of how strong we are and how we handle difficult situations. We do not panic. We dig in and get things done together.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Monday, June 5, 2023. 

Port Alberni, BC - The City of Port Alberni would like to inform residents and visitors of a water advisory issued for Canal Beach.

Vancouver Island Health Authority [VIHA] has detected elevated levels of bacteria in the water at Canal Beach, prompting the issuance of this advisory as a precautionary measure.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Friday, May 19, 2023

Port Alberni, BC - The City of Port Alberni announces today that it is rescheduling the next phase of the engagement process for the Official Community Plan (OCP) until fall. This decision comes as part of the City's ongoing commitment to providing a thoughtful, inclusive, and comprehensive approach to public engagement.

Friday, May 19, 2023

Port Alberni, BC - Firefighters from the Port Alberni, Beaver Creek, Cherry Creek, and Sproat Lake Fire Departments responded to a structure fire at the 3600 block of 4th Avenue shortly after 11 pm last night. Unfortunately, one person was found deceased at the scene.

At this time, details surrounding the fire and the identity of the deceased individual are not being released pending further investigation.

Port Alberni, BC – The City of Port Alberni Mayor and Council adopted the 2023-2027 Financial Plan and approved three readings of the 2023 Tax Rates Bylaw, at the City Council meeting on April 25, 2023.

The 2023-2027 Financial Plan, which is updated annually, was presented to the newly elected Council for review and feedback over a three-month period starting in February, and underwent thoughtful deliberation involving the public and City staff. 

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Port Alberni, BC – The City of Port Alberni is taking the next step in redevelopment of the Somass Lands, a 43 acre waterfront property where the somass division sawmill formerly operated.

Monday, March 13, 2023 

Friday, just over 24 hours after our main waterline to Port Alberni was damaged, the City of Port Alberni was able to restore water flow to City reservoirs. This was possible because of the support we received along the way and because everyone worked together to get it done.

Friday, March 10, 2023 

Port Alberni – The City of Port Alberni has restored water to the City and surrounding areas following a
closure that lasted just over 24 hours. All water usage restrictions are lifted.