When we are not piloting ships, the BC Coast Pilots also review changes to shipping routes, make recommendations for the protection of marine habitat and evaluate the impacts of proposed new projects.
Environmental Protection
On every ship and every trip, we remain stewards of the waterways.
Embracing New Technology
By applying leading edge innovation, we safely move large vessels.
Economic Engine
Efficiently moving goods and people, we expertly guide ships in and out of our harbours.
Exceptional Safety Record
Highly skilled and reliable, we provide an independent service across the shipping industry.
Our Mission
BC Pilots have been in the business of keeping 15,000 miles of the province’s waters safe since the mid-1800’s and have an exceptional safety record and provide independent service to every company across the shipping industry.
Our Mandate
From Alaska to the southern Canadian border, under the Pilotage Act, we are mandated to board and guide any foreign ship coming in or out of BC’s ports for safety, efficiency and environmental protection.
Canada has over 500 port facilities, 800 fishing harbours, and 120 recreational harbours.
Marine shipping accounts for $200 billion worth of trade in the country.
3,500 cargo and cruise ships pass through BC's coastal waters each year
13,000 pilotage assignments to safely transport cargo, bulk, containers, vehicles, cruise ships, tankers, vehicles and more
Port of Vancouver’s cruise terminal welcomes over 900,000 passengers each year.
400,000 vehicles transported through the Port of Vancouver annually
Over 6 million tonnes of grain flow through the Port of Prince Rupert
Almost 900,000 tonnes of wood pellets shipped to and from the Port of Prince Rupert
Who are the Coast Pilots?
WHAT WE DO
Environmental Conservation
Learn about Marine Pilots
Project Development
BC Coast Pilots use the latest innovations when it comes to ship movement.
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BC Coast Pilots
15,000
Miles of Coast
12,300
Pilotage Assignments
44
Years of Service
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Reberthing a ship at Cascadia
Over the last 5 years I have been with the BC Coast Pilots, I have had challenging assignments, but on a particular January evening I had one of my most, on an assignment to berth a ship at Cascadia.
7 years ago
What’s in a pilot’s technology tool kit?
What happens when you can’t see in the dark or through the fog? What do you do as the person responsible to navigate the vessel, its crew and product to safe shores?
7 years ago
A conversation with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on safety and shipping
The BC Coast Pilots (BCCP) were recently contacted by the Prime Minister’s Office asking if we’d be available to meet in person share our thoughts about the safety of shipping on the west coast.
7 years ago
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