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Transport Canada Extends Suspension of Cruise Ships in Canadian Waters

Transport Canada Extends Suspension of Cruise Ships STATEMENT TO THE PUBLIC February 4, 2021 Transport Canada Extends the Suspension of Cruise Ships in Canadian Waters until February 2022 The Port of Nanaimo respects the decision announced today by Transport Canada to extend the suspension of cruise ships in Canadian waters until February 2022.  The safety […]


Health - COVID-19
NPA Guidelines on shore leave and crew changes during COVID 19 – August 21-2020

NPA Guidelines on shore leave and crew changes during COVID 19  – August 21-2020 NPA GUIDELINES DURING COVID-19 Effective Immediately ISSUE: Shore leave and Crew Changes during the COVID-19 pandemic PURPOSE Nanaimo Port Authority (NPA) is committed to provide timely information and guidance to consider for those working with the Port of Nanaimo. The purpose […]


Health - COVID-19 | News
COVID-19 Updates and SAFETY ALERTS

SAFETY ALERTS Marine-Transportation Safety Bulletins Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) – Publications  World Health Organization – Emergency – Disease – Novel-Coronavirus-2019 Information Public Health Canada


Announcements | News
News Update – Changes to upcoming Cruise Season

The safety of passengers and guests who visit Nanaimo is of the highest importance to the Port of Nanaimo.  We support and follow the direction of Transport Canada regarding recently announced changes to the upcoming cruise season in Canada and will continue to be in discussions with our cruise line partners over the next few […]


Economic Impact | Health - COVID-19 | Shipping
Canada’s ports: helping keep Canadians safe and trade flowing during COVID-19

Ensuring the health and safety of their employees, mariners and other workers within port communities has always been and remains the top priority for Canada’s Port Authorities. Adhering to guidance from the Public Health Agency of Canada, Transport Canada and the Canada Border Services Agency, Canada’s ports are following strict protocols to protect the entire […]




Employment | News
2nd Annual Port Connect Set For This Thursday

NANAIMO – Students and employment seekers can attend the 2nd Annual Port Connect Thursday November 7 to survey possible job opportunities with companies that conduct their business on the waterfront. The Port of Nanaimo, in partnership with Work BC Employment Services Centre, coordinated the event, designed to link students and people of all ages with contacts in the marine […]


Economic Impact | News | Partnerships
Port Signs Protocol Agreement with City of Nanaimo

The Port of Nanaimo has renewed its commitment to work closely with the City of Nanaimo by formalizing a new Protocol agreement this week. The agreement formalizes both parties’ commitment to “a true, meaningful and transformative relationship that is designed to deepen the understanding for one another based on respect for each other’s area of […]