Vancouver Fraser Port Authority

Are you interested in joining our team at the port authority? Our human resources department is actively seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about advancing Canada’s trade objectives for the benefit of Canadians and Canadian businesses. Apply now for over ten different roles: https://lnkd.in/eDuMgSCQ 

Today, we hosted a spotlight session with spokesperson Sxwíxwtn Wilson Williams from the Squamish Nation for our employees. His profound insights into the Squamish Nation’s history, governance, people, and lands have greatly enriched our organization’s understanding of local First Nation history and culture. Most of the Squamish Nation community resides on the North Shore of Burrard Inlet and in Squamish along the Squamish River. The Nation's traditions permeate daily life, emphasizing art, language, governance, and sustainability. They prioritize a deep connection to the land and continue to prosper through resilience and innovation. To learn more about the Squamish Nation, please visit their website: https://www.squamish.net/

Yup, we’re still over here celebrating the launch of facial biometric technology at the Canada Place cruise terminal! This Canadian-first state-of-the-art passenger processing technology will provide fast, secure, and seamless processing for U.S. and Canadian passengers embarking on a cruise at the Port of Vancouver terminal.    A big shout out to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the CLIA | Cruise Lines International Association, and the team at SSA Marine for their support, expertise, and collaboration that made this initiative a reality! Learn more about this new facial biometric technology: https://bit.ly/3xdpDqV

Did you know? Anchorages are instrumental in keeping goods moving in and out of ports and building resilience into the supply chains people in Canada and beyond rely on.  In and around ports, these designated sites provide sheltered areas for cargo ships to undergo mandatory inspections, conduct necessary maintenance work and safely wait to proceed at terminals for loading and offloading operations.   Carefully using and managing anchorages is crucial to ensuring cargo movements at the port remain fluid, especially in times of peak traffic or supply chain disruptions.  Here’s an overview of how we manage anchorages at the Port of Vancouver to support growing trade and the actions that ship operators are taking to be good neighbours while at anchor 👇🏽 

Construction on the Holdom Overpass will begin in the coming months. The overpass is part of a series of road and rail improvements to improve safety and community connections, while increasing transportation efficiency and trade capacity through the port terminals on the North Shore.  Ahead of construction, and in partnership with the City of Burnaby and CN, the port authority will hold a third phase of engagement to share concept designs with the public.   Stay tuned for more information: https://bit.ly/4cStecV

Catch up on the latest Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project updates by checking out our newsletter ➡️ https://ow.ly/QSiK50Sw6RQ

The port authority is committed to providing an inclusive cruise experience for all. We're proud to have a series of initiatives that benefit people of all abilities. Learn more about the services at the Canada Place cruise terminal: https://bit.ly/3ZDc1xa

We’re proud to share that the port authority has received the EMA of BC - Environmental Managers Association of BC's Environmental Assessment Award for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. This award recognizes the methods and completeness of an environmental assessment, and the innovative application of design modifications and mitigation strategies. Congratulations to all our team members involved in the project—which was approved by the federal and provincial governments in 2023 following a rigorous environmental assessment—and all the other nominees! Learn more about the 10-year environment assessment undertaken by the port authority: https://lnkd.in/g-kEs3qZ

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is working to protect the air, land, and water at the Port of Vancouver. Shore power technology enables ships to shut down their diesel-powered auxiliary engines and plug into land-based electrical power, which helps to significantly reduce air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions while also reducing engine noise. Shore power is available for cruise ships at the Canada Place cruise ship terminal and for container ships at the Centerm and Deltaport container terminals. Learn more about this technology: bit.ly/3FQTNlL Here is a glimpse of how a ship is connected to shore power ⬇️  Thank you, Holland America Line , for giving us a tour of the Zaandam cruise ship!

Our Oceanic Plaza office recently achieved LEED v4 ID+C: Commercial Interior Gold and Rick Hansen Accessibility certifications. This recognition underscores the port authority's strong commitment to sustainability and accessibility, focusing on energy efficiency and transportation accessibility. Key components of this certification include implementing LED lighting and motion sensors to reduce lighting power by 25%, enhancing indoor environments with natural light and scenic views, and improving indoor air quality through efficient HVAC systems. We worked with Spectrum Ability and SSDG Interiors Inc. to incorporate design features that would improve accessibility and inclusivity, working together to remove barriers to access.