Public Notice: New Harbour Tariff Effective October 1, 2026

The Port Lands Harbour is updating its published harbour tariff — the formal rate card for berthing, wharfage, and related services at the Port. The new schedule, Port Lands Tariff No. 2 (2026), replaces Tariff No. 1, which has been in effect since June 15, 2023.

This notice is being given well in advance of the effective date, consistent with the Port’s obligation to provide not less than 90 days’ advance public notice of a tariff change. Posting now gives vessel operators, cargo owners, port agents, tenants, and our partners at Transport Canada and the Great Lakes Cruise Association a clear runway to plan.

Why the rates are changing

Tariff No. 1 has not been adjusted in three years. Over that period, the published rates have fallen well behind both inflation and comparable regional ports. To set the new schedule, we completed a detailed benchmarking review against the Port of Johnstown (Prescott), Ports Toronto, the Port of Thunder Bay, the Port of Trois-Rivières, and the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation.

The update does two things: it brings core rates back in line with the most recent regional benchmark, and it publishes baseline reference rates for services that were previously handled “by arrangement,” so the tariff is more complete and predictable for everyone who uses the Port.

What’s changing — the headline rates

A 100-metre vessel berthing for two days, for example, would pay $370 in berthage under the new schedule, up from $329. The 12-hour minimum berthing period is unchanged.

Wharfage continues to be priced by commodity in Schedule I, and the tariff now also publishes reference rates for linespersons (mooring/unmooring), demurrage, and security where those previously read “by arrangement” or “not provided.”

Where to find the full tariff

The complete Port Lands Tariff No. 2 (2026) — including all rates, rules, and regulations — is available from the Port Manager on request and at theportlands.org ahead of the October 1, 2026 effective date.
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The Port Lands Harbour is operated by the Cornwall Harbour Development Corporation and the Akwesasne Harbour Development Corporation.

Port Land Limited Access Notice

Please note that assessment activities will limit public access to The Port Lands and the bike path located along the northern portion for a 5-day period starting on May 30, 2022 and ending on June 3, 2022.

Vehicles must be moved to allow for the work to continue unimpeded. Please ensure that pedestrians are taking caution when walking in the area.

It is important to note that the bike path will be unavailable to the public for 3 workdays from June 1, 2022, to June 3, 2022.

We apologize for this inconvenience. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the individual listed below.

Project Manager ACCFutures: (613) 932-4333

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Veuillez noter que les activités d’évaluation limiteront l’accès au public aux terrains portuaires et à la piste cyclable situés le long de la partie nord pour une période de cinq jours qui commence le 30 mai 2022 et se termine le 3 juin 2022.

Les véhicules doivent être déplacés pour permettre aux travaux d’être poursuivis sans interruption. Veuillez vous assurer que les piétons soient prudents lorsqu’ils marchent dans le secteur.

Il est important de noter que la piste cyclable ne sera pas disponible au public pour trois jours ouvrables du 1^er juin 2022 au 3 juin 2022.

Nous vous prions de nous excuser pour ce désagrément. Si vous avez des questions ou des préoccupations, veuillez communiquer avec la personne ci-dessous.

Gestionnaire de projet d’ACCAvenir : (613) 932-4333