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.
Friday, March 10, 2023
Port Alberni – The City of Port Alberni’s crew worked through the night with contractors and are
making progress on repairs to the waterline that was damaged yesterday in a logging truck accident.
As long as there are no unforeseen setbacks on site, the City anticipates the waterline will be
fully repaired today by the end of day. Water restrictions are still in place, and the City
appreciates residents going above and beyond to limit their use to essential water use only.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Port Alberni – An accident on Franklin River Road has damaged the City of Port Alberni’s main water supply line. As a result, the City of Port Alberni and the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District have activated the Emergency Operations Centre and are asking residents to limit water use until further notice in order that best use is made of the water in City reservoirs.
Friday, February 16, 2023
Port Alberni, BC – The City of Port Alberni is pleased to announce the hiring of Michael Fox as the new Chief Administrative Officer [CAO].
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Port Alberni, BC – At the Committee of the Whole meeting of February 6, 2023 the City of Port Alberni launched an overview of its draft Five-Year Financial Plan (the Financial Plan) that will determine major financial decisions and commitments to our community. A detailed draft Financial Plan was subsequently received by City Council for consideration and first reading of the Financial Plan Bylaw provided at its Regular meeting of February 13th.
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Port Alberni, BC – The City of Port Alberni is pleased to announce the hiring of Danielle Leurebourg as the new Director of Corporate Services.
Ms. Leurebourg brings a wealth of knowledge to the role, honing her local government experience over recent years. Along with bringing proven skills in government relations and advocacy to her new role at the City, Ms. Leurebourg has continued to further advance her knowledge of corporate administration and is in the final stages of completing a Master of Business Administration.
