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	Prince Rupert, British Columbia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		At the western terminus of Trans-Canada Highway 16 (the Yellowhead Highway), Prince Rupert is approximately 140 km west of Terrace, and 715 km west of Prince George.
		Prince Rupert was founded by Charles Melville Hays, the general manager of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, who died on April 15, 1912 on the RMS Titanic and never managed to visit it.
		Prince Rupert was incorporated on March 10, 1910, and is named after Prince Rupert of the Rhine relagating the neighbouring city of Port Essington to a ghost town.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Prince_Rupert,_British_Columbia (1626 words)

	Prince Rupert of the Rhine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Rupert was born in Prague in 1619 at the time of the Thirty Years' War.
		Rupert became General of the Horse, and his reputation prospered after routing a Parliamentarian force at Powick Bridge (23 September 1642); however he overextended himself at the Battle of Edgehill (23 October 1642) and left the Royalist forces unsupported by cavalry at a critical time which cost them the victory and led almost to defeat.
		Rupert continued to impress militarily; in 1643 he captured Bristol and in 1644 led the relief of Newark, and much of the royalist army at Marston Moor.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Prince_Rupert (1046 words)

	Prince George, British Columbia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Prince George, with a population of 77,000-82,000, is the largest city in northern British Columbia.
		Prince George is also home to the Yinka Dene Language Institute, whose purpose is the study and maintenance of the language and culture of Dakelh and other First Nations people in northern British Columbia.
		Prince George's teams include the Prince George Cougars of the Western Hockey League (WHL), the Prince George Spruce Kings of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCJHL), Youth Bowling Club (YBC) bowling teams (Nechako Bowling, 5th Avenue, and also a ten pin team), and Prince George Curling (Prince George Golf and Curling Club).
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Prince_George,_British_Columbia (1475 words)

	Prince Rupert - Travel British Columbia, BCLCA
		Prince Rupert was originally founded by Charles Hay, the general manager for the Grand Truck Railway.
		Prince Rupert is located on Kaien Island, just off the northwest coast of BC and at the western end of Yellowhead Highway 16.
		The waters around Prince Rupert are rich in the nutrients that support an abundant fish population and straddle the migratory salmon routes.
	www.travel-british-columbia.com /Northern_British_Columbia/Prince_Rupert.aspx (2051 words)

	Prince Rupert City Guide, BC, Canada (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		British Columbia’s first planned city was to rival the port of Vancouver.
		Prince Rupert was named in a nation-wide contest sponsored by Grand Trunk Pacific Railway officials in 1906 who were seeking a name for their new little terminus.
		"Prince Rupert" was a cousin of Charles II of England - He was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia and was the first governor of the Hudson's Bay Company although he never visited Canada.
	www.rupert.bc.ca /historical.html (382 words)

	Prince Rupert, British Columbia
		Born from the vision of Charles Hays, president of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, Prince Rupert was chosen as the western terminus of Canada’s second transcontinental railroad.
		Prince Rupert is the gateway to Southeast Alaska and neighboring north coast villages of Port Edward, Lax Kw’alaams (Port Simpson), Metlakatla, Oona River, Gitkxaahla (Kitkatla), Gitga’ata (Hartley Bay), Kitasoo (Klemtu) and Gingolx (Kincolith).
		Prince Rupert exudes a hard-working, good-natured vigor, and the population is a well-integrated mix of First Nations, Asian, and European-heritage Canadians.
	www.alaskacruises.com /alaska_ports.asp?pageID=465 (1926 words)

	Prince Rupert, British Columbia
		Named after the first governor of the Hudson's Bay Company, the city of Prince Rupert was elected to be the western terminus of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway.
		Prince Rupert acts as a base for those wanting to take advantages of the adventures waiting just off the coast or on the mainland; whalewatching, sea kayaking or fishing, hunting, hiking and backcountry expeditions are all close at hand.
		Within British Columbia's pristine inside passage just south of Ketchikan, Alaska, you'll find trophy salmon up to 90lbs and colossal halibut, as well as some of the most beautiful and untouched scenery in the world.
	www.fishbc.com /adventure/explore/north/cities/prupert.htm (945 words)

	Prince Rupert
		Prince Rupert is located on the north side of the mighty Skeena River, on Kaien Island at the mouth of a fjord.
		By virtue of its location and the varied modes of transportation, Prince Rupert is a main gateway to the lands and waters of the four corners of the world.
		Prince Rupert is a wonderful place for walking along the waterfront, past its several fish canneries, ships' chandlers and colorful fishing boats.
	www.salmoncharters.ca /prrupert.htm (212 words)

	Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
		The town of Prince Rupert began as a dream when founder Charles Melville Hays, president of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway Company, saw the island on which it sits as the perfect terminus for marine trade, and rail and sea travel.
		Prince Rupert's natural deepwater harbour handles significant volumes of commercial traffic as well, with ocean-going freighters from all over the world loading cargoes of grain, lumber, pulp, mineral ore, sulphur and coal destined for international markets.
		Location: Prince Rupert is located on the northwest coast of British Columbia at the western end of the Yellowhead Highway 16, 30 miles (48 km) south of southeast Alaska, approximately 90 miles (145 km) from Terrace, and 453 miles (725 km) west of Prince George.
	www.britishcolumbia.com /regions/towns/?townID=3660 (1480 words)

	Prince Rupert Fire Museum
		The Prince Rupert Fire Museum is operated by members of the Prince Rupert City Fire Rescue and by former Prince Rupert Fire Department auxiliary members.
		The museum, located beside the Prince Rupert Fire Hall, is home to a wide array of fire service artifacts, including a totally restored 1958 American LaFrance pumper truck and a 1925 R.E.O. Speedwagon fire truck, the centre piece of the museum.
		This R.E.O. was the first fire truck in Prince Rupert with inflatable tires, electric lights, and an electric starter, although the crank was still used when necessary.
	www.princerupertlibrary.ca /fire (647 words)

	Prince Rupert Fishing Charters BC Salmon Charters Halibut Fishing
		On your Prince Rupert charter fishing trip, you can fish for trophy sized Chinook salmon weighing up to 100 pounds and Coho salmon up to 25 pounds in the late season.
		Bottom fishing in the ocean near Prince Rupert is second to none.
		Subjects related to the Prince Rupert fishing charters offered by TandD Fishing Charters include: fishing vacations and salmon fishing charters in British Columbia, west coast BC guided salmon fishing charters, charter fishing trips and salmon fishing trips including halibut and salmon fishing day charters and B.C. fishing charters for tyee, pink, coho and sockeye salmon.
	www.prince-rupert-fishing-charters.com (489 words)

	Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
		Prince Rupert is small town friendly with big city amenities: fine stores and restaurants, a performing arts center, swimming pool, golf course, racquet courts and an outstanding civic centre with gymnasium and arena.
		Prince Rupert is recognized today as being one of the world's largest and leading ports, exporting billions of dollars in coal, grain, lumber and potash every year.
		Prince Rupert is located 721 km (447 miles) west of Prince George on Highway 16.
	bccommunities.ca /princerupert/index.php (249 words)

	Prince Rupert Rowing and Yacht Club, British Columbia, Canada
		Prince Rupert is served by air, road and rail and has facilities for all types of pleasure and commercial crafts.
		The Port of Prince Rupert and the approaches are covered by Canadian Charts 3957, 3958 and 3955 or B.A. charts.
		Prince Rupert Coast Guard Radio is VHF Channel 16.
	www.prryc.com (200 words)

	A guide to Prince Rupert, British Columbia - ExploreNorth (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Prince Rupert is no longer on the itinerary of most of the huge cruise ships that ply the Inside Passage to Alaska, and although that has negative consequences for the economy of the city, it has resulted in the community having a very different personality than the ports where the ships do call.
		For land-based travellers, or those aboard the ferries and smaller ships that include Prince Rupert on their tours, it provides the opportunity to see what a coastal community is really like.
		Adjoining this park is the magnificent Museum of Northern British Columbia, a must-see for those with an interest in either Northwest history generally or the traditional art of the Tsimshian and other aboriginal peoples of the region.
	www.explorenorth.com /library/communities/canada/princerupert.html (775 words)

	The Aleeda Motel in Prince Rupert, British Columbia
		Prince Rupert is located on the North Coast at the southern tip of the Alaska Panhandle.
		Prince Rupert, which has a population of around 16,000, relies heavily on forestry and fishing.
		Warmed by the moderating effect of ocean currents, Prince Rupert enjoys relatively mild winters and moderate summer temperatures.
	www.aleedamotel.bc.ca (153 words)

	Tourism BC \| Prince Rupert
		Prince Rupert (population: 14,643) is located at the mouth of the Skeena River, on BC's north coast.
		Lakes, mountains, islands and fjords contribute to the texture and drama of the scenery in the area, which is the ancestral homeland of the Tsimshian Nation.
		Prince Rupert is best known as a fishing centre and a gateway city: it's a terminus for rail, marine, air and highway travel.
	www.hellobc.com /en-CA/RegionsCities/PrinceRupert.htm (200 words)

	Prince Rupert Rescue 15
		Rescue 15 is a non-profit volunteer search & rescue organization, providing coverage to Prince Rupert and the North Coast of BC since 1975.
		Prince Rupert Rescue 15 is a professional volunteer land,air & sea search and rescue organization, established to provide assistance to those who become lost or injured in the outdoors.
		Along with other member organizations of the Prince Rupert Emergency Program, Rescue 15 will respond anywhere on the North Coast of B.C to conduct search operations for missing persons, boaters and missing aircraft, and conduct rescues in wilderness, mountainous or marine areas that may require specialized equipment and techniques.
	www.angelfire.com /bc/PRRescue15 (199 words)

	Tourism Prince Rupert - Where Canada's Wilderness Begins
		To read what the media is saying about Prince Rupert click here.
		Ideally situated on British Columbia's beautiful North Coast, only a short distance from the Queen Charlotte Islands and Ketchikan Alaska, Prince Rupert is easily accessible by air, rail, cruise ship, ferry, car, or rv.
		The excellent sport fishing, exceptional wildlife viewing, top notch attractions, and extensive outdoor activity options make Prince Rupert the ideal choice for a family vacation, a corporate retreat, or a solo getaway.
	www.tourismprincerupert.com (241 words)

	Prince Rupert's Coast Charter Fishing Charters, Prince Rupert, B.C., Canada
		Fishing charters in Prince Rupert are best fishing May to Oct. Charter fishing for large spring (king) salmon and large halibut.
		Fishing charters in Prince Rupert with Coast Charters have been a great choice for many and should be your number one Charter Fishing choice for Prince Rupert.
		Skipper Don Pederson operating fishing charters with Coast Fishing Charters, Prince Rupert BC Canada for the past 17 years and fishing the local Prince Rupert fishing waters for the past 37 years.
	www.citytel.net /coast (316 words)

	British Columbia Captions (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Totem poles in Prince Rupert, British Columbia III.
		Niska totem poles and houses in village of Gitlakdamix, British Columbia, 1905
		Gitksan totem poles and houses in village of Kispiox, British Columbia, 1909
	www.picturesfree.org /cdcaptions/british.htm (2283 words)

	Seashore Charters, sightseeing culutre, history and wildlife tours in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
		Prince Rupert … "Where Canada's Wilderness Begins" … is located along the Northern Coast of British Columbia, Canada … and a bit southeast of Alaska.
		It is also the gateway to some of the most impressive scenery in BC's northwest … and an area that welcomes thousands of tourists from around the world to experience the natural beauty, adventure opportunities, and the First Nations culture.
		Seashore Charters is pleased to welcome visitors to the Prince Rupert region of British Columbia, Canada … and proud to offer you cultural and natural discovery excursions that highlight this beautiful coastal region and Traditional Tsimshian Lands.
	www.bcadventure.com /seashore (448 words)

	Canada Kitimat Prince Rupert British Columbia Canadian guided ocean fishing charter Salmon Halibut Crab Spirit bears ...
		Based out of Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada these fishing charters are able to accommodate the needs of almost any fishing party wanting to experience the north coast of British Columbia, Canada.
		While fishing in the Prince Rupert area it is common to see whales, porpoises, seals, and sea lions.
		Guests will be picked up at their hotel in the early morning of the departure day and returned at the completion of the trip.
	www.adventures.ca /gasnet/1535-1.htm (643 words)

	Prince Rupert Hotels in Prince Rupert BC British Columbia hotels - Highliner Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
		Our central downtown Prince Rupert location puts you close to shopping, the scenic waterfront, and just minutes from the train and ferry depots.
		On the rugged, north-west B.C. coast, carved from the wilderness, lies Prince Rupert, gateway to Alaska and the mystical Queen Charlotte Islands.
		Whether your stay with us is long or short, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are eager to make your visit to rugged Prince Rupert, BC an enjoyable one.
	www.hojoprincerupert.com (205 words)

	Prince Rupert, British Columbia / June 23,1995
		and the sky over Prince Rupert is still as bright as early afternoon.
		When Christine Hunt of the Kwakuitl, who has organized the British Columbia tour of "Hawai'iloa", was told about the generosity of the Heiltsuk in Bella Bella, she laughed, "The Heiltsuk have out done us again."
		Saturday, June 24, the Tsimshian Tribal Council of Prince Rupert along with Tsimshian, Nisga'a, and Haida dancers--have planned a belated welcome and farewell potlatch for the canoe and crew.
	pvs.kcc.hawaii.edu /alaskaprince.html (514 words)

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