Welcome to NWCCA
The North West & Canada Cruise Association (NWCCA) is a non-profit association representing the major cruise lines operating in the Pacific Northwest – British Columbia, Washington State, Alaska & Hawaii; and in Atlantic Canada and Quebec.
Initially established in 1986 NWCCA’s role includes the development of strong partnerships with the communities where its member lines are based, and those they visit.
Highlights
New and advancing technologies
Challenges associated with large ocean-going vessels and environmental stewardship seem endless. Which environmental initiative is the most important? Surely they are all important. What is being addressed with the technology we already have; how will new technologies and ship design continue to meet the challenge?
North America Cruise Port Growth
With larger ships carrying more passengers, port development has matched the pace by adding new destinations to attract cruise lines and their guests worldwide.
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Carnival sees strong Alaska summer
With the summer cruise season just begun, early indications from the state’s largest cruise line are for an “exceptional” year.
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Vancouver port commends Princess Cruises and Holland America
Princess and Holland America are among 11 cruise and shipping lines honored by Port Metro Vancouver for their efforts to improve the area's air quality.
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Long-anticipated terminal officially open for business ahead of cruise ship season
Nanaimo officially became a cruise ship destination on Friday.
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2011 - Expecting A Good Year For The Cruise Industry
Vancouver expects a 15 per cent increase in passengers over 2010, with a total economic impact to the city of approximately $1 billion.
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What It Takes to Keep a City Afloat
Keeping more than 6,300 people fed, housed and having the time of their life while floating in the middle of the ocean is no small task.
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New and advancing technologies
Challenges associated with large ocean-going vessels and environ¬mental stewardship seem end¬less. Which environmental initiative is the most important? Surely they are all important. What is being addressed with the technology we already have; how will new technologies and ship de¬sign continue to meet the challenge? -
North America Cruise Port Growth
With larger ships carrying more passengers, port development has matched the pace by adding new destinations to attract cruise lines and their guests worldwide. -
Carnival sees strong Alaska summer
With the summer cruise season just begun, early indications from the state’s largest cruise line are for an “exceptional” year. -
Vancouver port commends Princess Cruises and Holland America
Princess and Holland America are among 11 cruise and shipping lines honored by Port Metro Vancouver for their efforts to improve the area's air quality -
Long-anticipated terminal officially open for business ahead of cruise ship season
With the varnish still drying on wood features and panelling, about 150 guests oohed and awed at the architecture of the 13,775-square-foot visitors centre that at the foot of Nanaimo's new cruise ship facility. -
2011 - Expecting A Good Year For The Cruise Industry
Vancouver expects a 15 per cent increase in passengers over 2010, with a total economic impact to the city of approximately $1 billion. -
What It Takes to Keep a City Afloat
Keeping more than 6,300 people fed, housed and having the time of their life while floating in the middle of the ocean is no small task.
