Nice to see so many boats on the water during the Salmon Derby held over the Labour Day Weekend! Fish caught, prizes won and more importantly people had fun over the three days. Thanks to all who made this event work so well

A most impressive FALL FAIR. Finally able to celebrate the 75th year of the fair. With quite the stats to go along with it. Nearly 25000 people attended the fair over the four days. That's everyone in the Alberni Valley. By comparison the PNE's best ever attendance happened in 2006 when they attracted one  in three in the Lower Mainland. Well done Fall Fair. Well done Alberni Valley!

Wonderful to see the success of the 38th annual Toy Run. An incredible event with hundreds upon hundreds, plus hundreds more motor cycles. Our community should be proud of the commitment to maintain these events. It's all because of the volunteers!

Check out the video below done by new to Port Alberni - Northedge Creative. It's very well done!

Got a spare 10 minutes for Port Alberni? For our future? There is still time to provide feedback on the community vision & touchstones. And please consider sharing the link below to others in your network; friends, family, employees encouraging them to do the same. 

In case you're not aware there is an election coming soon! And as per usual we have more than 20 people who've put their names forward for a seat on council. We have two mayoral candidates including our current mayor - Sharie Minions. 

The Chamber along with funding supporter - THE SAN GROUP and host facility - RIMROCK CASINO has three evenings lined up for the public to hear the platforms from all. Plus, as part of our commitment to the entire valley one of the three nights is dedicated to the ACRD and School District applicants. 

Tuesday, October 4th 7:00pm - 9:00pm - This evening features the ACRD reps and the SD70. Each candidate will be given up to 5 minutes to present their platform. 

Wednesday, October 5th 7:00pm - 9:00pm - This evening will feature 12 of the Council candidates again each provided with up to 5 minutes to speak.

Thursday, October 6th 7:00pm - 9:00pm - The final evening will feature the remaining 9 council candidates plus the 2 for the mayor's seat. The same format except the mayoral candidates will be provided with up to 10 minutes to lay out their vision for the future of Port Alberni. 

General information

• All events held at Rimrock Casino in the conference rooms 
• Doors will open at 6:30pm
• N/C to enter
• Limited space and once filled the doors will be closed. 
• No questions from the public due to the number of speakers and time allowed. 
• Common courtesy is expected. There will be zero tolerance for abusive behaviour. 
• Event will be broadcast live on FB and will also be recorded for later showing on SHAW TV. 

Please respect the ongoing business at RIMROCK as you wait for entry. 

Any questions in advance of the evening should be directed to - Bill Collette

THIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY THE SAN GROUP

Watch our website for information on the event and how to get tickets for it.  McLean Mill

Everyone loves a Food Truck! Stay tuned for more information and updates!