Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce

06/15/2026

This week's What's Up: June 15–21 is full of exciting events! 🎉

Start Father's Day weekend with a free car show and finish it off at the AV Hospice / Ty Watson House Society's Salmon Derby. Sounds like the perfect way to celebrate Dad!

With plenty of sunshine in the forecast, be sure to stay hydrated and don't forget the sunscreen!

Remember to support local this week and have fun!

See you out there! 🌞🎣

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

🥳🎉 We did it!!!! HGTV's Home Town Takeover Canada has selected Port Alberni to be the star of season one!!🏆
And its all thanks to our community with a ♥️

Thank you to everyone who came to Harbour Quay today to show the world what makes Port Alberni so great- it’s people!

And our heartfelt appreciation to the talented folks behind the scenes who helped showcase our town along the way, from our first submission video to HGTV, to multiple town events… We’re broadcasting our community pride for all to see!

Home Town Takeover Canada will begin filming on June 10 (tomorrow!), and finish August 28, 2026.

Stay tuned to learn more about what this exciting project will bring Port Alberni, and get ready for the grand reveal when the show airs in fall, 2026!

06/08/2026

Mark your calendars! This week’s What’s Up: June 8–14 is packed with exciting events happening around town.

If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a movie star, be sure to stop by the Harbour Quay tomorrow! HGTV’s Home Town Takeover Canada will be making its final decision on whether our hometown will be selected as the very first Canadian community featured in this popular series.

There’s so much happening this week, so don’t miss out. Support local businesses and cure your FOMO!

See you out there!

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06/01/2026

In This Week’s What’s Up (June 1–7)

We’ve got some exciting events happening this week!

Don’t miss your last opportunity to check out the Seize the Clay Display at the Alberni Valley Museum before it wraps up.

Be sure to explore this week’s events, support local, and cure your FOMO!

See you out there! 🎉

05/29/2026

The hit HGTV show Home Town Takeover is coming to Canada this year-...

05/25/2026

Remember in high school when Jessica booked her party on the same night as Austin's, and suddenly you had to pick sides? Ah, the drama....

Wait, I’m getting word that you don’t have to just pick one and can actually attend multiple events on the 30th?? Sounds like drama-free-fun!

Unless of course you're catching Bram Stoker's "Dracula" at The Capitol Theatre - Port Alberni

Don't miss out on the fun this week, support local, and cure your FOMO!

05/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this special event possible! We truly appreciate the support from our members, speakers, business owners, and community leaders.
And of course our delicious catered lunch from The Starboard Grill - Kitchen

We’re already looking forward to next year’s AGM and hope to welcome some new faces as well!

05/22/2026

Got a grand opening, a job posting, a sale, an event, or some good news? We want to feature YOUR business. ᴍᴇᴍʙᴇʀs ᴏɴʟʏ — ᴛʜɪs ɪs ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴘʟᴀᴛꜰᴏʀᴍ. ᴜsᴇ ɪᴛ!
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05/18/2026

We’re launching our weekly “What’s Up Port Alberni” event schedule. Your go-to guide so you never miss out on what’s happening around town!

Check out this week’s events, support local, and cure your FOMO while you’re at it!


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