Pacific NorthWest LNG is in the midst of increasing its presence in Prince Rupert, with work on a community office in the Capitol Mall underway.
"We have hired a local contractor, and I would say the office is in the design phase. Right now we're sourcing furniture, computers and equipment," explained Spencer Sproule, senior advisor of corporate affairs for Pacific NorthWest LNG.
"We're hoping to open the office in early November, that would be ideal, but it would be contingent on sourcing staff in Prince Rupert."
When the office does open, Sproule said it will be a one-stop-shop of sorts for people interested in the terminal proposed for Lelu Island.
"It will be a place for people to come to talk to staff about the project, but also a place for local small businesses to come in, discuss the project and put their name on a vendour list," said Sproule, noting that is an important part of the terminal development.
"This way, after the final investment decision, we have a list of local businesses that can supply contractors working on the project and, eventually, the facility itself."
The office will be located in the former Studio 9 location, which was last occupied by Liberal candidate Judy Fraser.