Country Canada Regional District Mount Waddington Time zone PST (UTC−8) Area 38.73 km² Population 4,008 (2011) Province British Columbia | Region North-Island Founded 1966 Postal code V0N Elevation 23 m Local time Friday 2:27 AM | |
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Weather 7°C, Wind E at 29 km/h, 86% Humidity | ||
Port Hardy is a district municipality in British Columbia, Canada located on the northwestern end of Vancouver Island. Port Hardy has a population of 4,008 at last census (2011). It is the gateway to Cape Scott Provincial Park, the North Coast Trail and the BC Marine Trail, located on the northernmost tip of Vancouver Island. The community has access to spectacular wilderness adventures, such as kayaking, caving, world-class scuba diving, nature viewing, surfing, unique saltwater rapids, fishing and camping.
Contents
- Map of Port Hardy BC Canada
- Dehavilland beaver seaplane flight and landing in port hardy bay bc
- Naming
- Filomi Days
- Tourism
- Wildlife
- Radio
- Transportation
- References
Map of Port Hardy, BC, Canada
Port Hardy's twin city is Numata, Japan.
Dehavilland beaver seaplane flight and landing in port hardy bay bc
Naming
Port Hardy was named after Vice-Admiral Sir Thomas Masterman Hardy who served as the captain of H.M.S. Victory.
Filomi Days
Once a year, Port Hardy holds a celebration in Rotary Park to acknowledge its natural resource based economy. The three syllables, fi, lo and mi, stand for "fishing, logging and mining". The celebration includes festivities in the park such as activities for children, fundraising concessions, entertainment, beer gardens, bake sales, craft sales, and fireworks. A dance for each age group and a parade are also held on Filomi Days weekend- typically the third weekend in July.
Tourism
Port Hardy's economy relies greatly on tourism. Ferries to Prince Rupert, another popular tourist destination in British Columbia, depart every other day during peak season. Tourist traffic in the summer is immense, and hotels and restaurants usually find themselves with no room to accommodate all travellers.
Wildlife
Deer, black bears, bald eagles, squirrels, seals, salmon and many other species of birds and mammals are often spotted along the Quatse Loop Nature Trail or at Storey's Beach which is a short drive from town. Humpback whales can occasionally been seen surfacing in the bay. Port Hardy has many wildlife charters, fishing charters and places to camp during tourist season.
Radio
CFNI - 1240 Coast AM
Transportation
Port Hardy is served by Port Hardy Airport and the Bear Cove Ferry Terminal. There are two taxi companies and a public transport bus.