COVID-19 Updates

Below you will find a summary of government announcements, facts on City and Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District services, facilities and operations, and quick links for easy access to timely, reliable information from lead government agencies.

What's New

City and ACRD playgrounds closed until further notice.
The Regular Meeting of Council, scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., has been cancelled.

City & ACRD Updates

Mar 22, 2020 - City and ACRD Playgrounds Closed Until Further Notice

Effective immediately, all playgrounds within the City of Port Alberni and Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD) are closed until further notice.

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Mar 19, 2020 - City Cancels March 23rd Regular Meeting of Council

Due to the current COVID-19 public health crisis, the Regular Meeting of Council, scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., has been cancelled.... click for more

Mar 18, 2020 - Mayor's Address to Port Alberni

The Mayor addresses Port Alberni is a special livestream broadcast.... click for more

Mar 16, 2020 - City to Restrict Public Access to Local Govt. Work spaces/Public Facilities

In response to COVID-19, the City is restricting public access to local government work spaces and public facilities until further notice.... click for more

Mar 14, 2020 - City & ACRD COVID-19 Update

The BC Health Officer has directed the cancellation of all gatherings larger than 250 people.... click for more

Mar 13, 2020 - City & ACRD Cancelling Large Gatherings

The City of Port Alberni will be cancelling any events of 250 or more guests effective immediately, until further notice. The City encourages all event organizers renting City facilities to follow this same recommendation from the province.... click for more

Mar 12, 2020 - ACRD & City Open Level 1 Emergency Operations Centre to Support Local Response to COVID-19

The City and ACRD have jointly have opened a Level One Emergency Operations Centre to support the local response to Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19).... click for more

Mar 09, 2020 - City and ACRD Actively Monitoring COVID-19

The City and ACRD are actively developing a joint Alberni Valley Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Response Plan (the Plan) to help prepare for the potential arrival of COVID-19.... click for more

Have Questions About City/ACRD Business?

How long will access to City facilities be restricted to the public?

At this time, we do not know how long the closures will be in effect. The City and ACRD are dedicated to the health of well-being of its citizens and will provide updates regularly through web and social media posts, site signage and messages from the Emergency Operation Centre and City Council.

How can I interact with the City?

The City can be reached by telephone (250-723-2146), email (citypa@portalberni.ca) or through our many online services.

Is the City still providing services?

At this time, garbage pick-up continues on schedule, high-quality water and sewer services continue, our parks, trails and other open spaces are available for recreation, our fire department will continue to respond quickly to emergencies, and our Engineering and Planning departments will continue to work with homeowners and developers to support development in Port Alberni.

Quick Links

Contacts

City Hall: 250-723-2146
HealthLink BC: 8-1-1
Public Health Agency: 1-833-784-4397
Service BC: 1-888-COVID-19 or text 604-630-0300