Conference 2022

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Join The Nautical Institute BC Branch May 11 – 13, 2022 in Victoria, BC, Canada, for Maritime Arctic: Changing Opportunities and Challenges. This international two-and-a-half-day conference will consist of informative presentations, interactive Q&A sessions, and panel discussions, bringing together key Canadian and international stakeholders in the maritime industry, environmental organizations, governmental transport authorities, coast guards, consultants, and technology providers.

Annual General Meeting

NIBC AGM Saturday 15 Oct 2022 1100-1230 Venue: Stanley Park Pavilion 2nd Floor - Salmonberry Room 610 Pipeline Rd 2nd floor, Vancouver Get directions to the space There will be in-person seating for up to 30 members. There will also be a Zoom link to connect remotely if you can not make it in person. […]

Western Maritime Institute Luncheon

NIBC hosted a luncheon at Western Maritime Institute on 07 December 2022. VTF Bursary certificates were presented to Jason Houston and Jacqueline Halliday with NPESC Capt Silvester bursary certificate presented to Jamie Prussin (see attached pics). There were approx 60 students from Nautical GSK, Chartwork, Basic Seamanship and MED Refreshers along with the school admin […]

NIBC Branch Meeting

NIBC Branch Meeting 08 December 2022 1900 hours Zoom link to follow

Xmas Social Luncheon

Xmas Social Luncheon ($55 to be paid at the Union Club) 14 December 2022 @ 1300 hrs 20 reservations spaces available (first come, first serve) RSVP to Rich Marriott - Chair NIBC @ marriottr@gmail.com) Union Club, Victoria, BC 805 Gordon Street  |  Victoria, BC Dress Code: Smart Casual Enjoy all your Xmas favourites 

Capt. Brian Silvester Memorial Maritime Bursary

Capt. Brian Silvester Memorial Maritime Bursary Capt. Brian Silvester Memorial Bursary funds awarded to Mr Rodney Amos of Victoria. Rodney currently works at BC Ferries as Relief Chief Officer in Swartz Bay and he recently finished his courses Ship Construction and Stability for his Masters Near Coastal Certification. He was most convincing in his application for this […]

Numa Dorling | Nautical Institute BC Branch Maritime Studies Award

BC Branch Supporting Maritime Learners: In 2023 the BC Branch worked with the Camosun College Foundation to create an annual $1,000 award to learners in the college's nautical programs. In May 2023 an awards ceremony was held at Camosun College and the first award was presented. This award reflects BC Branch's work to achieve The […]

October Technical Seminar – Marine Learning Systems

Mary Winspear Center Sidney, BC

Marine Learning Systems A technical seminar by Elisabeth Dent In a rapidly changing world, how do we make mariners safe and competent? As the workforce and climate changes, how do we make sure that the next generation of marine professionals has the best possible understanding of this role? Marine Learning Systems has developed advanced training […]

October Technical Seminar – Ship-source Oil Pollution Fund

Ship-source Oil Pollution Fund Mr. Ryan Gauvin, Legal Counsel 23 November 2023 - CFB Esquimalt Wardroom @ 1900 The upcoming Nautical Institute’s British Columbia Branch Technical Seminar will take place on Thursday, November 23; 1900-2130: CFB Esquimalt - Wardroom 1586 Esquimalt Road, Victoria, BC, V9A 5K5 ************ Ryan Gauvin, Legal Counsel Office of the Administrator […]

Annual General Meeting

Mary Winspear Center Sidney, BC

Annual General Meeting November 25, 2023 The 34rd Annual General Meeting of The Nautical Institute’s British Columbia Branch will take place on Saturday, November 25th at 1200 at: Mary Winspear Pavilion 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC V8L 1W9 Registration: 1130-1200 (light lunch, with coffee and tea) AGM: 1200 There will also be a Zoom link […]

January Technical Seminar – CoastAware: Lighting up Coastlines with Data for Marine Safety

Dr. Scott Beatty, CEO MarineLabs CoastAware:  Lighting up Coastlines with Data for Marine Safety Thursday 25 January 2024 - 1900-2100  CFB Esquimalt Wardroom Doors to the Wardroom will open at 1815. The Branch Chair invites members to join for social beverage prior to the Technical Seminar. CFB Esquimalt - Wardroom 1586 Esquimalt Road Victoria, BC, V9A 5K5 ************ […]