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1. Northern Health Wildfire- Stakeholder Update-July 281h, 2017 Pg. 1
2. Northern BC Tourism Wildfire Update & Survey-July 261h, 2017 Pg.3
3. Union of BC Municipalities The Compass Newsletter-July 261h, 2017 Pg.6
4. District of Squamish Re: Support for Resolutions- July 191h, 2017 Pg. 8
Sheila Malcolmson, Member of 5. Clean up abandoned vessels, protect our coast Pg. 10 Parliament
Federation of Canadian 6. FCM News -July 27th, 2017 Pg. 18 Municipalities
7. CLIA North West & Canada News Briefs-July 2017 Pg. 22
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Date: July 28, 2017 To: Northern Health's Stakeholders and Partners From: Cathy Ulrich, President & CEO Re: Wildfire - July 28 Update- Stakeholder Update- Wildfire & NH Impact
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Northern Health continues to host approximately 200 Cariboo patients and residents of long-term care I assisted living facilities who have been displaced by wildfires. We continue working with the City of Prince George, the Prince George Division of Family Practice and other community partners to support their health care needs.
We sincerely appreciate your assistance and teamwork during this time, as well as the hard work of our staff members over this last three weeks.
Williams Lake evacuation order downgraded to alert Shortly after noon yesterday, the Cariboo Regional District downgraded the evacuation order for Williams Lake to an evacuation alert.
Interior Health has indicated that decisions on the return of vulnerable people- including residential care clients, hospital patients, and people with chronic heart, lung and significant respiratory conditions -will be based on the lifting of remaining alerts, and on local air quality and wildfire activity in the region.
Northern Health is working closely with Interior Health on plans for the return of some evacuees that are remaining in Prince George, until Interior Health has had an opportunity to re-establish services such as home support and mental health/substance use in Williams Lake.
Visiting officials recognize collaboration and hard work The collaboration between Northern, the City of Prince George, the Prince George Division of Family Practice and other community partners has been recognized by a number of visiting federal and provincial officials in recent days.
Tours of the evacuee facilities and supporting health services have been conducted for Ralph Goodale, Federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness; Harjit Sajjan, Federal Minister of Defense; Todd Doherty, Cariboo-Prince George MP; Carla Qualtrough, Federal Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities; Mike Farnworth, BC's Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General; Doug Donaldson, BC's Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development; ; and most recently, Adrian Dix, BC's Minister of Health. All have been truly impressed by the community and health care collaboration and caring for those displaced by wildfire.
Group lodging for evacuees consolidated at UNBC To make the most efficient use of resources, the City of Prince George has consolidated all group lodging for evacuees to the Northern Sport Centre at the University of Northern British Columbia. Although group lodging has moved to the Northern Sport Centre, the 1 City's Emergency Reception Centre remains at CNC to provide evacuee registration and other government services.
To continue to address evacuees' health needs, Northern Health has relocated the Health Service Management Clinic from CNC to the Northern Sport Centre.
Health Service Management Clinic- hours and new location: • Located in the Northern Sports Centre (Gymnasium) at UNBC, 3333 University Way, Prince George • Nursing support hours will be posted on the Clinic white board on a daily basis • Physician and nurse practitioner hours will also be posted, as times may vary
Updates and Information As decisions are made around the return of evacuees to their home communities, we will continue to update you on any impacts to Northern Health services and programs.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Steve Raper at [email protected] or 250-640-0904.
For more information about wildfires and related evacuations:
• Northern Health wildfire information • Northern Health: News and updates • Interior Health wildfire information • Cariboo Regional District Emergency Operations Centre • BC Wildfire Service - Fire Information • Emergency Info BC
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NORTHERN BRiTISH COLUMBIA Special Bulletin - Wednesday July 26, 2017
Wildfire Update & Survey
Since my last update, it has been a busy week related to wildfire activity in parts of the province and our thoughts are with all of those who have been affected. Several evacuation orders have been lifted and there is a movement of people returning home. The City of Prince George has been particularly busy as the number of
1 3 Cariboo evacuees in the city surpassed 10,000 on July 251h. We would like to commend those staff and volunteers at the Emergency Reception centres who have worked tirelessly to assist those who have been displaced and there are stories of generosity and selflessness emerging from around the region of people willing to open their doors, donate, or assist as needed.
Northern BC Tourism has been working closely with Destination BC and other industry partners to ensure that proper messaging related to wildfire activity is reaching those on vacation within the province or those planning a trip to BC. Efforts have been made to connect with media to assist in ensuring that people understand that while wildfires have had some impact in areas of the province, there are many areas that remain unaffected and open for business. Here Maya Lange, VP Global Marketing at Destination BC encourages Albertans to "know before you go" on AM 770 - Alberta Morning News.
In addition, we are also working to ensure that we are collecting information to inform government how the wildfires have impacted the tourism industry in northern BC. We would appreciate if you take a few short minutes to complete the survey and provide perspective on how your business has been impacted. Please feel free to share any additional information or stories that are relative.
As a reminder, Destination BC has collected a list of Emergency Resources and some helpful information for industry and PreparedBC has a guide and emergency plan for tourism operators available to you as well.
Once again our thoughts are with everyone affected, and with the firefighters, emergency support staff, and volunteers who have been working to combat the fires in the province.
As wildfire season remains in effect we will do our best to provide updates and information relative to the tourism industry.
2 4 Thank you.
Clint Fraser CEO Northern BC Tourism
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The UBCM Executive convened over July 12-14 for Committee and Executive meetings. The July meeting agenda provides closure on a number of year-end matters such as audited financial statements but also establishes direction for the UBC~=. year ahead through the proposed annual work plan. Executive members also reviewed 150 resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2017 Convention, and reflected on UBCM priorities in anticipation of a newly Installed provincial government. Read more ... Follow us on Input Sought for Convention Forums w~ Tuesday, September 26 is Forum Day at UBCM Convention. Whether you are an electoral area director, urban mayor, councillor from a small community, or from somewhere in-between, UBCM has the right forum for you. Help shape the agendas for this year's forums by emailing your topic requests by Friday, August 11. Read more In Memoriam - Councillor Andree Janyk, Whistler
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Dear Mayor and Council,
The District of Squamish has su bmitted three resolutions for consideration at the 2017 UBCM Convention, two of them regarding provincial Environmental Assessment process and the other regarding access to Sexua l Assault Forensic kits. We would like to take this opportunity to request your support of these resolutions.
Compensation for Staff Time Spent on Environmental Assessments WHEREAS the Provincial and Federal Environmental Assessment processes ore not the direct jurisdiction of Local Governments and therefore not subject to associated service cost recovery fees and cost af public engagement; AND WHEREAS these Environmental Assessment processes can be very time consuming, expensive and onerous far Local Government staff, community and Council; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Provincial Government set up a funding system to allow for Local Governments to be compensated for the staff time spent including research, review, technical and working group participation, and to augment and support community engagement during the enUre process; AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the Provincial Government's EAO Fee Schedule be revised to include o fee for Local Governments throughout the certification process.
Improvements to the Provincial Environmental Ass ~ss m e nt Process WHEREAS o project subject to Provincial Environmental Assessment process can be separated into different EA processes or excluded from the process altogether such as hydro, gas supply, navigation, etc. AND WHEREAS, because of this, there is no cumulative analysis that creates a clear picture of the entire impact of o proposal, including the five pillars of environmental assessment; Economic, Social, Environmental, Health and Heritage, thereby distorUng and potentially minimizes the magnitude of the impact or understanding by the community and local government; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Province consider projects in their entirety when evaluating them through the environmental assessment Office.
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Ol~trlc t ol Squnmish 37955 St'cond Awnu1: PO Box 310 Sq Thank you for considering our resolutions and your support is appreciated. ricia Heintzman, Mayor District of Squamish Page 2 of 2 9 June CtT'I OF Greetings from coastal British Columbia! PRtNCE RUPERT JUL 2 6 2017 I'm seeking your support for my federallegislatio to protect our coasts. ciTY CLERKS OFFICE Right now, thousands of abandoned vessels are pollutm Sheila Malcolmson our oceans and leaking oil into our waterways, Member of Parliament jeopardizing valuable aquaculture and commercial fishing Nanaimo- Ladysmith jobs, threatening our tourism industry, and taking a huge toll on coastal communities and volunteers. For too long, jurisdictional gaps have left coastal communities with nowhere to turn when they need help cleaning up abandoned vessels. It's time for federal action on abandoned vessels! My bill C-352 creates a comprehensive coast-wide strategy to: H OUSE OF COMMONS CHAMBRE DES COMMUNES CANADA ./ End the run-around and finger-pointing by designating Coast Guard as the agency responsible for directing the removal & recycling of abandoned vessels Parliamentary Office ./ Get taxpayers off the hook by fixing vessel registration and creating a fee to help cover the cost 313 Confederation Building House of Commons of vessel disposal Ottawa, Ontario K1AOA6 T. : 613-992-5243 ./ Prevent vessels from becoming hazards by piloting a F. : 613-992-9112 turn-in program at safe recycling facilities ::ommunity Office ./ Create good green jobs by supporting local marine 495 Dunsmuir Road 11103 Nanaimo, British Columbia salvage businesses V9R6B9 r.: 250-734-6400 ./ Build a coast-wide strategy in cooperation with local F. : 250-734-6404 and provincial governments [email protected] www.sheilamalcolmsonndp.ca 10 Although community pressure has finally gotten abandoned vessels on the federal agenda, the Liberal government's plan simp.ly cannot address the thousands of vessels littering our coastlines. After decades of federal and provincial neglect, $1 million/year for removals is a welcome first small step, but falls far short of what's needed to address this growing problem on all three coasts. I built my legislation based on years of advice from coastal communities. Your endorsement as a marine ally will demonstrate powerful solidarity when the debate on abandoned vessels begins in the House of Commons this fall. To show the growing demand for a comprehensive coast-wide solution, I'd love your support. Here is how you can help build momentum for federal action: 1. Gather petition signatures supporting Bill C-352 (enclosed). Once you've added your name and gathered other signatures, please mail it to my Ottawa office so I can stand in Parliament and show support for a solution. 2. Join the growing list of coastal allies by writing a formal endorsement letter or passing a motion of support (templates enclosed) 3. Sign and return the postcard (enclosed) For more information, including the text of the bill, please visit my website at www.sheilamalcolmson.ndp.ca/abandonedvessels ·Thank you so much for your support; I look forward to working with you. Sheila Malcolmson, Member of Parliament for Nanaimo-Ladysmith 11 It's Time For Federal Action To Clean Up Abandoned Vessels Why are abandoned vessels a problem? II Thousands of abandoned vessels threaten Canadian waterways II They're a major source of oil spills and pollution, jeopardizing valuable aquaculture, commercial fishing jobs and tourism II No regulations or programs exist to remove and recycle abandoned vessels before they become serious environmental or navigational hazards II Jurisdictional gaps have left coastal communities with nowhere to turn for help dealing with abandoned vessels II Lack of action on this long-standing issue Is pressuring local governments, First Nations, marinas, port operators and taxpayers 11 Vessel abandonment is made worse by the lack of turn-in programs where owners can easily dispose of their vessels What solutions does my legislation Bill C-352 propose? II Ends the run-around and finger-pointing to designate Coast Guard as the agency responsible for directing the removal & recycling of abandoned vessels II Gets taxpayers off the hook by fixing vessel registration and creating a fee to help cover the cost of vessel disposal 11 Prevents vessels from becoming hazards by piloting a turn-in program at safe recycling facilities II Creates good green jobs by supporting local marine salvage businesses II Builds a coast- wide strategy in cooperation with local and provincial governments June 2017 Sheila Malcolmson, MP for Nanalmo-Ladysmith House of Commons, Ottawa, Ontario , K1A OA6 Te lephone: {613) 992-5243 - Email: shella.malcolmson@par l gc .c a +IIDP 12 What have we achieved so far? II Successfully pressured the federal government to promise action II Helped get the 100' trawler Viki Lyne II , which threatened Ladysmith Harbour, safely dismantled after four years of community advocacy II Secured the inclusion of vessel registration and recycling in the BC NDP election platform II Kept federal government accountable after Liberals missed their own six-month deadline to act on abandoned vessels II Received unanimous endorsement for C-352 from the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities, the Regional District of Nanaimo, the City of .Parksville, and Ladysmith Maritime Society (see the growing list at: www.sheila.malcolmson.ndp.ca/abandonedvessels) How can you help build support? II Sign and distribute the petition II Write a letter of support or sign the postcard II Share the abandoned vessels campaign on Facebook and Twitter II Facebook: facebook.com/SheilaMalcolmsonNDP II Twitter: @s_malcolmson What's Sheila's history? Sheila Malcolm son has been a strong advocate for a comprehensive abandoned vessel solution since being elected locally in 2002. As Islands Trust Council Chair, for six years she worked with hundreds of local governments to urge provincial and federal government action on this decades-old problem. Elected as the Member of Parliament for Nanaimo-Ladysmith in 2015, she tabled legislation and secured $1 .2 million for the safe removal of the trawler Viki Lyne II from Ladysmith Harbour, on the East coast of Vancouver Island. Her degree in Environmental and Resource Studies and years guiding kayak trips in BC's wilderness inform her work for coastal communities. June 2017 Sheila Malcolmson, MP for Nanaimo- Ladysmith House of Commons, Ottawa, Ontario, K~A OA6 Telephone: (6 13) 992- 5243 - Email: [email protected] +NDP 13 Template: Suggested endorsement letter and motion of support (Insert organization name and logo) (Date) Sheila Malcolmson, MP for Nanaimo-Ladysmith House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A OA6 Dear Ms. Malcolmson, On behalf of (insert organization name), I am writing to support the following motion urging the federal government to adopt MP Sheila Malcolmson's legislation, C-352: Whereas: • Abandoned vessels pose an environmental risk and navigational hazard; • No regulations and programs have established effective measures for the removal and disposal of abandoned vessels; • Coastal communities in Canada have called on the government to act on abandoned vessels for decades; Move that (inset organization name) encourages Parliament to adopt Bill C-352, "An Act to amend the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and provide for the development of a national strategy for abandoned vessels", which would fix vessel registration, pilot a vessel turn-in program, create good green jobs by supporting local marine salvage businesses and vessel recycling, and make Coast Guard responsible for directing the removal of abandoned vessels. Sincerely, (Please sign on behalf of your organization) 14 Petition to the House of Commons: Federal Action to Clean up Abandoned Vessels We, the undersigned residents of Canada, draw the attention of the House of Commons to the following: WHEREAS: • Abandoned vessels pose an environmental risk and navigational hazard; • No regulations or programs have established effective measures for the removal and recycling of abandoned vessels; • Coastal communities in Canada have called on the government to act on abandoned vessels for decades; THEREFORE, we call on the Government of Canada to support Bill C-352 to: 1. Designate Coast Guard as the agency responsible for directing the removal & recycling of abandoned vessels; 2. Build a coast-wide strategy in cooperation with local and provincial governments; 3. Get taxpayers off the hook by improving vessel registration and creating a fee to help cover the cost of vessel disposal; 4. Prevent vessels from becoming hazards by piloting a turn-in program at safe recycling facilities; 5. Create good green jobs by supporting local marine salvage businesses. NAME(PRINn STREET ADDRESS (city, province, postal code) EMAIL SIGNATURE PLEASE SEND COMPLETED PETITIONS TO: Sheila Malcolmson, Member of Parliament, House of Commons, Ottawa, ON, K1 A OA6 POSTAGE FREE! (Please use an envelope) 15 Petition to the House of Commons: Federal Action to Clean up Abandoned Vessels We, the undersigned residents of Canada, draw the attention of the House of Commons to the following: WHEREAS: • Abandoned vessels pose an environmental risk and navigational hazard; • No regulations or programs have established effective measures for the removal and recycling of abandoned vessels; • Coastal communities in Canada have called on the government to act on abandoned vessels for decades; THEREFORE, we call on the Government of Canada to support Bill C-352 to: 1. Designate Coast Guard as the agency responsible for directing the removal & recycling of abandoned vessels; 2. Build a coast-wide strategy in cooperation with local and provincial governments; 3. Get taxpayers off the hook by improving vessel registration and creating a fee to help cover the cost of vessel disposal; 4. Prevent vessels from becoming hazards by piloting a turn-in program at safe recycling facilities; 5. Create good green jobs by supporting local marine salvage businesses. NAME (PRINT) STREET ADDRESS (city, province, postal code) EMAIL SIGNATURE PLEASE SEND COMPLETED PETITIONS TO: Sheila Malcolmson, Member of Parliament, House of Commons, Ottawa, ON, K1A OA6 POSTAGE FREE! (Please use an envelope) 16 17 Candice Campbell From: FCM Communique FCt-1 NEWS 1July 27, 2017 f in W a Voice Canada's Voice of Municipal Government 1 18 I Nominations open for FCM's 2018 Sustainable Communities Awards Does your municipality have an outstanding sustain ability initiative that could inspire other communities? Apply today for FCM's 2018 Sustainable Communities Awards in one of our eight award categories. This yea r, we've introduced two new categories: asset management and climate change. Learn about the award categories and apply by September 15, 2017. I Make infrastructure count! Statistics Canada survey is out now Canada's Core Public Infrastructure survey is an opportunity to ensure that the public assets in your community are included in the national picture of Canada's infrastructure. It will give all of us comprehensive, objective, comparable data on the current state and performance of Canada's core public assets. Participation is mandatory. The survey collection period is open from July 24 to November 30, 2017. The survey you received may suggest a preferred response time of 21 days. If you encounter any difficulties, you can contact Statistics Canada for assistance. I Abandoned Boats Program: apply now! Derelict and abandoned vessels are an eyesore, and disposing of them properly is an environmental challenge. In October 2016, FCM urged the federal government to establish a program that protects the environment through proper and sustainable disposal methods for these vessels. Transport Canada is currently accepting applications for the two components of the program: boat removal, as well as public education about boat owner responsibility-including proper end-of-life management practices. The deadlines for this program are in the fall. Please contact Transport Canada for more information about this program. I Have your say on how drones are regulated in Canada Transport Canada is hosting a series of stakeholder engagement sessions in select cities across the country to discuss the proposed regulatory framework for 2 19 unmanned aircraft systems (drones). Participation is limited and is on a first come, first served basis-so register quickly to ensure a seat in one of the following locations: • Calgary: August 1, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Winnipeg: August 2, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. • Halifax: August 16, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. (bilingual) • Moncton: August 17, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. (bilingual) • Vancouver: September 6, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. • Kelowna: September 8, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Montreal: September 18, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. (French) • Toronto: September 26, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. • Ottawa: October 3, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. (French) • Ottawa: October 3, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. (English) • I Public Safety Canada: Is your community flood ready? The National Disaster Mitigation Program (NDMP) funds risk assessments, flood mapping and mitigation projects. Communities and municipalities should contact their appropriate provincial/territorial government contact to discuss the NDMP application process. The deadline for proposals for 2018-2019 funding is October 31, 2017. Learn more, and find tips for your community at Canada.ca/flood-ready. FCMTweets W The deadline to apply for Proud to fund with #GoC Connect, create, decide & environmental capital rebuilding plan in act: Toolkit for project funding is Aug 1. @VlacMegantic First Nation-Municipal Contact an FCM advisor http://bit.ly/2tX8U4X partnerships, w/ lessons today. #CDNmuni @NRCan learned from FCM programs http:/ /bit.ly/2s2LGd M environmentca http://bit.ly/2aRtNdg #CDNmuni Find us: f in '-# a 3 20 4 21 CRUISE UNES INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION NORTH W EST & CANADA CLIA-NORTH WEST & CANADA CRUISE BRIEFS- JULY BOOM IN CRUISES TO ALASKA . At least 100,000 people leave Vancouver every month and head for Alaska, but they are not jamming the airports and highways. This bold rush to the cold happens on cruise ships, 2,000 passengers at a time. By taking advantage of last minute offers, shoulder season prices (June and September) and sta lwart research, a couple can cruise for the same price as an all-inclusive Mexican vacation. The biggest attraction is glaciers, particularly those that calve and drop hundred-ton ice shards into the sea with a cannon crack and a minor tsunami. These become bergs that host seals and seagulls while reflecting the blue hue of arctic ice. Add whales, gold rush tales, snow-topped mountains and historic frontier towns and you get a cruise unlike anything offered elsewhere. Holland America leads the rush with four ships, Princess has three, Celebrity two and Disney, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean each have one. Additionally, four lines with small luxury vessels go north. Read more at vancouversun.com, Ju ly 7, 2017. Story and photo by Jim Couper. GLOBAL ORDERBOOK NOW STANDS AT 87 CRUISE SHIPS . . The global cruise ship orderbook has reached another new record, with 87 ships on order between now and 2026. Recent orders from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and Disney Cruise line have added to an already blockbuster growth agenda for the cruise industry, and more cruise ship newbuild news is expected to follow from multiple brands this summer. From cruiseindustrvnews.com, July 18, 2017 22 HOW CRUISE SHIPS AND TOURISM BOOST REGIONAL ECONOMY . Seattle's thriving cruise industry and the tourism it creates were topics at a recent Federal Way Chamber of Commerce event with Port of Seattle representatives as featured speakers and opening remarks by Port Commissioner John Creighton. Cruise Services Manager Marie Ellingson talked about the cruise facilities, cruise lines and associated benefits. A total of 218 vessel calls are scheduled for this year, with each contributing $2.7 million to the economy. Director of Tourism Development Ron Peck talked about how the cruise business drives tourism in our region. He also discussed the Port's Tourism Marketing Support Program that has provided $150,000 for communities and organizations to promote their destinations to visitors. From the Port of Seattle's Connections Newsletter, July 7, 2017 CRUISE NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR EXPECTING RECORD YEAR Cruise Newfoundland and labrador is expecting a record year with an 80 percent increase in cruise passengers, according to Marketing Manager Deborah Cook. 2017 is seeing 20 ports in the region being visited a total of 105 times by 29 ships and 24 cruise lines. "It is a wide variety of cruise operators, making up 64,000 passengers," she told Cruise Industry News. The Disney Magic will be making its first call to Newfoundland and labrador this year. "2018 is also looking very strong," added Cook. From Cruise Industry News, July 12, 2017 MORE AND MORE SHIPS FOR PORT OF MONTREAL A new terminal will be completely finished by the fall foliage season for the Port of Montreal, and 2018 bookings are moving ahead of 2017. "There are more and more ships coming to Montreal in general, and more ships coming early in the season," said Yves Gilson, director of cruise for the Port of Montreal. Montreal's new terminal will operate alongside a second berth option that was originally temporary but will now stay. From Cruise Industry News, July 10, 2017 23 VICTORIA ANTICIPATES OGDEN POINT TERMINAL REDEVELOPMENT lan Robertson sees Ogden Point as a "blank canvas" with which to create services, enhanced public spaces and a more welcoming area for the thousands of cruise ship passengers who disembark every year. The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority CEO recently met with Victoria City Council to discuss proposed plans for the site, which is one of the largest facilities the GVHA manages around the city's waterfront. The draft master plan includes new commercial and retail development along the Dallas Road edge of the 34.7- hectare property, as well as a raised cruise ship terminal with room for tour buses underneath, a First Nations cultural and retail area and Improved pilotage, heliport, marine service and boat launch facilities. A possible hotel opportunity near the head of the breakwater is also in the mix. "Our end goal is to begin the rezoning process for the master plan [after that) and have the rezoning in front of council by December 2018 or January 2019," Robertson said. "First and foremost the goal ... is to make it a site that is welcoming to the residents of not just James Bay, but the residents of Greater Victoria 365 days a year, and to bring in opportunities to attract people all year round," Robertson said. "The cruise industry will continue to be a big part of that, as will the First Nations," he added. The cruise ship terminal is the highest profile element on the GVHA management list, and for good reason. This year Ogden Point will see an all-time record of 240 ship visits. From oakbaynews.com, July 12,2017 CENTRAL VANCOUVER ISLAND WELCOMES THE WORLD The World, the largest private residential ship on the planet, returned to the Port of Nanaimo on July 13 for a two-day stay. Bernie Dumas, President & CEO of the Nanaimo Port Authority, was enthusiastic about her third visit to the Port of Nana imo. "We are privileged to host The World with her travel experienced passengers on this reputable luxury vessel," stated Bernie Dumas, President & CEO of the Nanaimo Port Authority. "The World is a-one-of-a-kind vessel and frequents the beautiful British Columbia coast, a favourite destination for passengers. It is important that we showcase our customary hospitality, which Nanaimo is known for, to inspire passengers to return to Central Vancouver Island." With six major ship calls from various cruise lines to Nanaimo in 2017 the mid-island will enjoy an economic impact of $2.87 million from direct and indirect spending, according to a recently released economic analysis. "These calls provide significant opportunities for Central Vancouver Island businesses," Dumas said. From npa.ca, July 12, 2017 Photo by @portnanaimo 24 DISNEY PLANNING NOT TWO, BUT THREE NEW SHIPS Disney Cruise Line recently announced it is planning not two, but three new ships in the next phase of expansion. By the time these three ships are sailing, the cruise line will have nearly doubled the size of its fleet. It was announced last year that two new ships were going to be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany with scheduled completion dates of 2021 and 2023. This additional ship will be built at the same shipyard and is scheduled to be completed in 2022. "We decided two ships wouldn't be enough to hold all of the exciting new experiences we have been dreaming up to take family cruise vacations to a whole new level with immersive Disney storytelling, world-class family entertainment, and imaginative innovations that are fantastically fun and uniquely Disney," Bob Chapek, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, said. All ship names, design plans and itineraries are still in development, with each of the ships expected to have their own unique experiences. The three new ships will be powered by clean-burning liquefied natural gas and be the same size- approximately 135,000 gross tons with about 1,250 guest staterooms planned- which is slightly larger than the newest Disney Cruise Line ships, the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. From disneyparks.disney.go.com, July 15, 2017 Norwegian Cruise Line recently announced updates to its summer 2018 deployment, including the Norwegian Jewel taking the Sun's place in the Alaska market. The Norwegian Jewel will rejoin the Alaska fleet in summer 2018, with seven- and nine-day sailings from Seattle, Seward and Vancouver, Norwegian said, in a press release. "Alaska continues to be one of the most popular destinations we sail to around the world," said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer for Norwegian Cruise Line. "We are thrilled to be significantly increasing capacity in the region in summer 2018 with the redeployment of Norwegian Jewel and the inaugural season for Norwegian Bliss, providing more opportunities for our guests to experience a vacation of a lifetime in this incredible pristine destination." The Norwegian Sun will undergo a two-and-a-half week dry dock in Victoria, British Columbia as a part of the Norwegian EdgerM, the brand's revitalization program encompassing the entire guest experience, and re-enter service on April19, 2018 where she will begin her journey to the east coast with a 17-day Panama Canal cruise departing from Seattle. From cruiseindustrvnews.com, July 10, 2017 DISCLAIMER: The CLI A-NWC monthly e-newsletter is provided solely for the convenience of subscribers. Thee newsletter may contain links to third party websites over whom CLIA-NWC has no control. CLIA-NWC makes no representations as to the accuracy, currency or the reliability of the information contained in third party websites and does not sponsor or endorse the content thereof. 25