Port of Nelson

CANLS🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Nelson

Nelson is a port located in British Columbia, Canada. It serves as a ferry terminal and handles passengers and vehicles. The port is situated on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake.

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Classification

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Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CANLS
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Latitude
49.4833°
Longitude
-117.3000°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nelson?

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The approach to Nelson is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Proctor Lighthouse at 16.4 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Pilot Bay (18.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Nelson on?

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The Port of Nelson is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in CA. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Nelson?

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You can track vessels near Nelson (CANLS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Nelson?

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The Port of Nelson is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CANLS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE CANLS mean?

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The first two characters, CA, are the ISO country code for CA. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nelson?

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The Port of Nelson operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.