Port of Argentia Inc. (the Port) is incorporated as a not-for-profit organization with a mandate to provide effective stewardship of Argentia for the long-term benefit of the communities and people of the Placentia region. The Port owns and manages the Argentia Marine Terminal (Fleet Dock) and 9,000 acres of property formerly comprising the US Naval Base at Argentia.

The Port is currently seeking Candidates to fill vacancies on its Board of Directors. All positions available are open to the general public and an annual Director’s Fee is paid to those selected to serve on the Port’s Board of Directors.

The Board meets with the Management Team monthly or as frequently as necessary to effectively guide the organization toward achieving its mission. The Board consists of nine (9) positions, all to be filled from members of the public that apply as a Candidate and match the following eligibility criteria:

1. Principal place of residence within the Port’s mandated area – Ship Harbour, Fox Harbour, Point Verde and Placentia.
2. Age of majority (19 years).
3. Nominated by two (2) residents in the Port’s mandated area.
4. Submitted a fully completed application before the submission deadline.

(Note, an individual who has completed a term of service on the Board is eligible to reapply).

The selection process will take place as follows:

1. Applicants will apply confidentially through the Port’s on line application process at https://forms.office.com/r/n1evBs8Evd, or by regular mail or hand delivery to: Board Selection Committee, 1 Augusta Ave., P.O. Box 95, Argentia, NL A0B 1W0.
2. Only fully completed applications which are received digitally or in print up to 12:00 noon on Friday, March 27, 2026 will be accepted.
3. Candidates will receive verification that the application was received and provided with the record number assigned.
4. Eligible Candidates will be selected for service based on skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the Port mandate.

If there are any questions, please contact our office at (709) 227-5502 or via e-mail to [email protected].