Major Developments
Changes Underway
The City of Port Alberni has managed high volumes of requests for development projects in recent years. Investment has come from First Nation governments, multinational agencies, health authorities and local non-profit organizations with many projects receiving investment support from provincial and federal partners.
Status of Key Local Developments
Historic E&N Train Station Renovation
Renovation of the City of Port Alberni's historic 1911 Alberni train station building at the Harbour Quay waterfront to house The Station Taphouse, operated by the owners of the multi-award-winning Twin City Brewing Co.
Clutesi Haven Marina Marketspace
Shipping container marketspace for food and craft vendors located on PacifiC Rim Highway #4 at the Somass Riverfront. Part of the Clutesi Haven Marina Maste Plan Project, a collaborative effort led by the City of Port Alberni, Hupačasath First Nation, and Tseshaht First Nation to redevelop the marina into a vibrant market and public space.
Somass Community Hall
7,000sqft new community hall on Tseshaht lands by Tseshaht First Nation with $9M of government funding.
Rollin Art Centre building Childcare Centre
Construction of a state-of-the-art daycare facility, accommodating up to 88 children. Developed by the City of Port Alberni with $4.1 million in grant funding.
Connect the Quays
A multi-modal pathway connecting Harbour Quay and Victoria Quay, developed by the City of Port Alberni with funding from the provincial and federal governments.
Ehthlateese Village Wellness Centre
The Uchucklesaht Tribe Government (with offices located in Port Alberni) contracted Tectonica on the creation of a community wellness facility at Henderson Lake with reception area, exercise room, Nurse's exam room, kitchen, multi-purpose area and multiple office spaces.
Oomiqsu Childcare Centre
A project by Huu-ay-aht First Nation (government office in Port Alberni) located in Port Alberni's Echo Park area.
Citaapi Mahtii Housing Development
Citaapi Mahtii 35-unit, 4-storey rental housing development at Cedarwood Street with playground, outdoor gathering centre, and a cultural centre, developed by the Citaapi Mahtii Housing Society, Ahousaht First Nation. A partnership between Ahousaht First Nation and the City of Port Alberni with funding from BC Housing.
City Initiatives
Somass Lands Waterfront Development
The City of Port Alberni and development firm Matthews West are overseeing the transformation of the Somass Lands, a 43-acre waterfront property located on the former site of the Somass Division sawmill.
Clutesi Haven Marina Uplands Master Plan
Planning is underway by the Tseshaht First Nation, the Hupačasath First Nation, and the City of Port Alberni for a key property on Pacific Rim Highway #4 along the Somass River, seen by 1.6 million people each year.




