British Columbia Coast Pilots Ltd. – Page 3 – Leaders in the marine community and piloting profession

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.

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

WHAT WE DO

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.