Taylor Wind project presentation for regional district
The Peace River Regional District met with a delegation from EDF Power Solutions, the company constructing the Taylor Wind project.
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Thunderstorm warnings and watches issued across northeast
Environment Canada has issued thunderstorm warnings and watches across northeast B.C. due to a major storm.
City considers bylaw amendment to allow tank farm expansion at odds with zone ban
The City of Fort St. John council is considering a zoning amendment bylaw to allow the expansion of a local tank farm by Reliance Ventures.
Annual report for Fort St. John approved following public questions
The City of Fort St. John answered questions from the public about the 2024 annual report at a recent public meeting.
Charlie Lake Dam to undergo 10-yearly assessments costing $220k
The City of Fort St. John council has approved $220k to assess the safety of the Charlie Lake Dam, which happens once a decade.
Area restriction rescinded for Goodlow wildfire
The BC Wildfire Service is cancelling an area restriction enacted due to the Goodlow wildfire in the Alces River area.
PRRD releases 2024 annual report for financial information
The Peace River Regional District has released its financial report for 2024 outlining district-only financial decisions.
Ministry ‘committed’ to supporting Fort St. John seniors with new care facility
The Ministry of Infrastructure says it is standing on its commitment to support seniors' care by approving a new care home in Fort St. John.
Fort St. John RCMP report increase in crime in May
The Fort St. John RCMP are reporting an increase in crime related to cars within the city during May 2025.
‘High streamflow advisory’: Minor flooding in low-lying ground possible as river water levels rise
The Peace River region continues to be under a ‘high streamflow advisory’ due to the cool and rainy weather expected on June 22nd.
Fort St. John to receive new long-term care home
The Ministry of Infrastructure has announced a new long-term care home has been approved for Fort St. John.
Medical pilot connecting people to family doctors considered for Peace River region
A pilot project taking inspiration from a medical clinic in the City of Colwood is being considered by the Peace River Regional District to help people connect with family doctors.
PRRD seeks up to $75k to kit out wildfire Structure Protection Unit with more equipment
The Peace River Regional District is seeking up to $75,000 for its Structure Protection Unit from the Enbridge Safe Community First Responder Program.
PRRD applies for $5.75m grant to replace ‘aged out’ fire equipment
The Peace River Regional District has applied for $5.75 million to go towards new equipment for the Charlie Lake and Moberly Lake Fire Departments.
‘Nothing to hide’: MLA denies blackmail allegations, welcomes investigation
MLA Jordan Kealy is denying blackmail allegations from B.C. Conservative leader John Rustad, saying he welcomes an RCMP investigation.
Toxic drug alert issued for Dawson Creek ‘green substance’
Northern Health is warning Dawson Creek residents of a toxic drug described as a green substance sold as 'down.'
North wellness society eyeing Site C workers camp as future addictions centre
The North Wind Wellness Centre Society is looking to acquire and convert the Site C workers camp into a mental health and addiction facility.
Energy bill increase for Fort Nelson starting next month
Gas bills of customers in Fort Nelson are increasing by 3.5 per cent annually starting in July.
City asserts focus on ‘long-term sustainability’ as draft annual report shows budget deficits
The City of Fort St. John's annual report draft for 2024 has been published alongside the Sunshine List.
Council to pursue David Eby for meeting in September
City council has decided to request a meeting with Premier David Eby during the 2025 UBCM convention in September.
