Local

Are you lucky enough to call Prince George your home? If so, this is where you can keep on top of the latest events, discover a new place to eat out or learn more about our organization.

Regional Visitor

Come here often? Whether you’re from McBride, Kitimat or somewhere in between, PG is probably familiar ground. Let us mix up your routine with new places to shop, stay and play.

Business Visitor

Already planning to visit for work? You’ll want extend your stay when you see our selection of friendly accommodations, award-winning restaurants and broad range of downtime activities.

RV Visitor

Are you in it for the long haul? Stay a while in Prince George and rest comfortably at one of our many campgrounds, RV Parks, or resorts. Need to refresh or refuel? You can do that here.

Visitor Info Centres

There are two Visitor Information Centres in Prince George. The main address is 101-1300 First Avenue, on the edge of downtown along Highway 16. The smaller satellite location, which features the famous Mr. PG, is found at the intersection of Highways 97 and 16 on the Treasure Cove Hotel property and is open from May to September.

The main centre is a welcoming place, providing free wireless Internet access, a guest lounge area, free computer use, restroom facilities, a gift shop and displays from various local artists. Our staff will be delighted to help you find anything you need to know about Prince George! Check out photos in our Photo Gallery.

If you want to reach us by phone, please call 1-800-668-7646. You can also e-mail us at info@tourismpg.com.

Did you know Tourism Prince George also offers World Host Training? To register for the next workshop, click here for a listing of upcoming sessions.

Mr. PG

In 1960, the City of Prince George built a parade float which featured a large, moveable figure shaped and coloured to represent log construction. The float was entered in the 1963 Grey Cup Parade in Vancouver and subsequently was sent to many parades in British Columbia. As a result, the float became known as a symbol of the City of Prince George and was named Mr. PG.

Mr. PG was originally built of wood, however, after a few years he began to decay. In the early 1980s, a new Mr. PG was constructed. The present Mr. PG is made out of steel and fibreglass for durability. He can be found at the Visitor Information Centre at the junction of Highways 97 and 16.

Mr. PG stands 8.13 meters (27 feet) high and symbolizes the importance of the forestry industry to our city. He is considered to be a timeless and important land mark to both locals and tourists.