Powell River Airport (YPW) Paving Project - asphalt parking lot, general aviation apron & taxiway-bravo
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UPDATE: JUNE 12, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETED
The YPW Paving project was successfully completed on time thanks to a lot of hard work and favourable weather conditions. Thank you to everyone involved in this project, including the funder (the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program) and to our community for their patience and cooperation.
2025 YPW Paving Project
In 2024, the City completed the YPW Runway Rehabilitation Project. This year, the City is continuing to upgrade the surrounding areas with a new capital project to repave the YPW asphalt parking lot, general aviation apron and taxiway-bravo. This paving project is separate from the 2024 YPW Runway Rehabilitation Project and is fully funded by an external grant from the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program (CERIP).
On March 26, 2025 the City advertised this project through BC Bid. On May 8, 2025, City Council approved the contract award to BA Blacktop Ltd in the amount of $729,888.26 plus GST. For more information please read the full Council Report is available here.
Project Timeline
Scheduled start date: May 12, 2025
Scheduled end date: June 12, 2025 (weather permitting)
Parking Restrictions
No overnight or daytime parking in the airport asphalt parking lot from May 12 to June 12, 2025 (see the map below).
Parking will be available primarily in the overflow gravel parking lot with additional parking available in the secondary overflow parking lot (see the map below).
PLEASE NOTE: Vehicles parked in the asphalt parking lot during the schedule project timeline (May 12 - June 12, 2025) may be towed at the vehicle owner's expense. See City of Powell River Traffic Bylaw 931 Section 13.
Please see the FAQ's on this page for more information.
UPDATE: JUNE 12, 2025
PROJECT COMPLETED
The YPW Paving project was successfully completed on time thanks to a lot of hard work and favourable weather conditions. Thank you to everyone involved in this project, including the funder (the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program) and to our community for their patience and cooperation.
2025 YPW Paving Project
In 2024, the City completed the YPW Runway Rehabilitation Project. This year, the City is continuing to upgrade the surrounding areas with a new capital project to repave the YPW asphalt parking lot, general aviation apron and taxiway-bravo. This paving project is separate from the 2024 YPW Runway Rehabilitation Project and is fully funded by an external grant from the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program (CERIP).
On March 26, 2025 the City advertised this project through BC Bid. On May 8, 2025, City Council approved the contract award to BA Blacktop Ltd in the amount of $729,888.26 plus GST. For more information please read the full Council Report is available here.
Project Timeline
Scheduled start date: May 12, 2025
Scheduled end date: June 12, 2025 (weather permitting)
Parking Restrictions
No overnight or daytime parking in the airport asphalt parking lot from May 12 to June 12, 2025 (see the map below).
Parking will be available primarily in the overflow gravel parking lot with additional parking available in the secondary overflow parking lot (see the map below).
PLEASE NOTE: Vehicles parked in the asphalt parking lot during the schedule project timeline (May 12 - June 12, 2025) may be towed at the vehicle owner's expense. See City of Powell River Traffic Bylaw 931 Section 13.
Please see the FAQ's on this page for more information.
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May 9, 2025
Powell River Awards Contract for Airport Paving Upgrades
Powell River, B.C. – At the Regular Council Meeting held on May 8, 2025, Powell River City Council awarded a contract to BA Blacktop Ltd. for the repaving of the general aviation apron, taxiway-bravo and the asphalt parking lot at the Powell River Airport (YPW).
This infrastructure project, commencing on Monday, May 12, 2025, is fully funded through an external grant from the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program (CERIP). The work is expected to be completed by June 12, 2025, weather permitting.
Mayor Ron Woznow expressed the City's appreciation for the funding support, stating:
“The City acknowledges the funding received from the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program, which allows us to complete these necessary infrastructure upgrades.Having a well-maintained paved parking lot, taxiway and apron increases the property value and enhances the overall look and safety of the airport, making the airport more attractive for future investments and partnerships which generate economic benefits.”
General airport operations will not be impacted during construction. Flights will continue as scheduled and the terminal building will remain fully accessible. The asphalt parking lot will be closed for the duration of the project, however, alternative parking is available in the gravel and overflow lots nearby as shown on the map below.
Vehicles left in the asphalt parking lot between May 12 – June 12, 2025 may be moved at the vehicle owner’s expense in accordance withCity of Powell River Traffic Bylaw 931, section 13
For more information, including project details, updates and frequently asked questions, please visit www.participatepr.ca
Contacts: City of Powell River Airport info@powellriver.ca 604-414-3401
