Once a company town built around a single pulp mill, Port Alice today is a port in name more than in function. Founded in 1917 on northern Vancouver Island and named after Alice Whalen, it depended on that one plant until the mill closed for good in 2015 and was demolished in 2023, leaving the wharf with only very limited freight relevance. Regular container, breakbulk or customs handling is not confirmed here. Sea-freight users in the north of the island rely in practice on Port Hardy, Nanaimo or the Vancouver gateway.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Alice?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Port Alice is CA PAC. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Port Alice located?▼

The port of Port Alice is located in Canada (North Pacific Ocean).

What is the size of the port Port Alice?▼

Port Alice is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Port Alice?▼

The channel depth of Port Alice is 23.2 meters.

Location & Weather

50.38333, -127.45000

Channel depth: 23.2 m

Transit time routes from Port Alice

Vancouver → Shanghai Vancouver → Shenzhen Vancouver → Guangzhou Vancouver → Hong Kong Vancouver → Tokyo Vancouver → Busan

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