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City of Dawson Creek to host free Family Day Festivities

The City of Dawson Creek is inviting community members to enjoy its free Family Day Festivities on Monday, February 19th.

By Jordan Prentice

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February 2, 2024

A highway with snow on either side and a wooden sign that reads "Dawson Creek" — City of Dawson Creek. ( Jordan Prentice, Energeticcity.ca )

DAWSON CREEK, B.C. — The City of Dawson Creek is inviting community members to enjoy its free Family Day Festivities on Monday, February 19th.

According to a release from the city, attendees will have the opportunity to play on several bouncy castles in a free “Bounce Fest” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ovintiv Events Centre Upper Lobby.

The city is also offering a free public swim from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre.

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A free public skate, including free skate and helmet rentals, will be open to the public at the Dawson Creek Memorial Arena from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

“The City of Dawson Creek gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Province of British Columbia, BC Recreation and Parks Association, and all sponsors who have made these free events available to the community,” said the release.

More information about free Family Day Festivities can be found in the City of Dawson Creek Events Calendar.

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Jordan Prentice

Recent graduate of BCIT’s Broadcast and Online Journalism program, born and raised in Vancouver, Jordan’s passion for broadcast and journalism began with her dream of becoming a hockey journalist and play-by-play commentator.

During her schooling, Jordan discovered a deep passion for reporting on Indigenous issues, culture and affairs. Jordan is also passionate about connecting with and listening to stories from people from different walks of life and cultural backgrounds.

Last Spring, Jordan completed her first season providing play-by-play for Trinity Western University Women’s Hockey and gameday hosting for BCHL Coquitlam Express.

Jordan enjoys radio anchoring, creating and editing video content, and hopes to one day pursue a career in investigative journalism as well as producing documentaries.

When Jordan isn’t looking for the next great story to tell, she enjoys taking pictures, riding her bike, collecting her favourite rock and roll albums on vinyl, and, of course, cheering on her beloved Canucks. More by Jordan Prentice.