Fort St. John council to revise development permit areas across city
The City of Fort St. John is working on updates to its Zoning Bylaw following an updated Official Community Plan.
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(UPDATE) PRRD mulls zoning feedback following public engagement
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has reviewed the results of feedback gathered from residents about the new Regional Zoning Bylaw, and is moving forward with further research plans.
Site C workers’ camp to be repurposed for North Coast Transmission Line
BC Hydro is repurposing its Site C hydroelectric dam workers’ camp for the North Coast Transmission Line (NCTL) project, set to run from Prince George to Terrace.
SONS criticizes ‘devastating’ delays to Peace Villa expansion
Save Our Local Seniors (SONS) is speaking out alongside the City of Fort St. John about delays to the Peace Villa long-term care home expansion project by the B.C. provincial government.
(UPDATE) PRRD to consider $3M+ report for Blackfoot Regional Park upgrades
The Peace River Regional District has received a report for $3.37 million in upgrades to the Blackfoot Regional Park in Clayhurst.
Society reimagines Site C camp conversion after initial idea deemed ‘too complex and costly’
The North Wind Wellness Centre society is looking for support from the Peace River Regional District for its new proposal for converting the BC Hydro Site C workers' camp.
PRRD expands regional parks and recreation legislation
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has expanded the scope of its Regional Parks Service through a new bylaw.
Dawson Creek to champion mental healthcare access in NCLGA resolution
Dawson Creek is choosing to champion mental healthcare access in a resolution to the North Central Local Government Association's 2026 annual general meeting.
PRRD to talk wind energy at local government convention
The Peace River Regional District is raising concerns about wind energy projects in a resolution to the North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) convention in May 2026.
$6.87M in roadworks projects approved for downtown Fort St. John
The City of Fort St. John has finalized two construction projects totalling $6.87 million for downtown road maintenance and rebuilding.
Setback for Nawican Friendship Centre as it seeks funding for celebration
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) denied an application by the Nawican Friendship Centre to provide $50,000 of funding for its $60,000 joint celebration in August, but said it would recommend alternative avenues.
Innergex moves forward with two Peace region wind energy projects
Innergex has updated the Peace River Regional District about the Stewart Creek and Bessie wind projects.
City identifies $4.1M operations funding gap for new $185M pool
The City of Fort St. John council is brainstorming how to solve a $4.1 million operational funding gap for its new $185 million aquatic facility planned to go to a referendum in October.
Police mark ‘slight downward trend’ in Fort St. John crime
The Fort St. John RCMP detachment is reporting a "slight downward trend" in crime statistics and increased supports for the community of Tumbler Ridge in February 2026.
$185M budget floated for Fort St. John replacement pool project
The City of Fort St. John has released concept sketches for the replacement pool, which is expected to cost approximately $185 million.
PRRD approves $130.81 million budget for hospital district
The Peace River Regional District has approved the regional hospital district's $130 million annual budget for 2026.
100 Mile House seeks backing about increased support, training for nurses
The District of 100 Mile House asked the District of Taylor to back a resolution to support nurses and medical professionals that it is bringing to the North Central Local Government Association's annual convention.
Taylor seeks public feedback on proposed five-year budgets
The District of Taylor has presented its five-year budget from 2026 and is seeking feedback from residents before passing it into law at a future council meeting.
Taylor to rework Unsightly Premises Bylaw in spring
The District of Taylor council is reworking its Unsightly Premises Bylaw and negotiating to replace the Taylor Rural Fire Protection agreement with the PRRD.
Petition launched to amend Criminal Code for ‘stronger public safety’
The City of Prince George is petitioning the House of Commons to amend the Criminal Code of Canada and better support the legal system.
