Fort Nelson local initiates casting call for horror-themed film project
Katelyn Vandertsteen began the untitled project while a university student working at Fort Nelson's Heritage Museum
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Tumbler Ridge to celebrate history, legacy of community at Tumbler Tales book launch festival
The Tumbler Tales book launch festival is about celebrating the 45-year history of the district, says organizer.
Documentary about Treaty 8 to be screened in Fort St. John
The screening of Spirit of Treaty 8 will coincide with the 125th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty between the crown and First Nations.
FSJ hosts World Fair 2026 in Festival Plaza
Focusing on the diversity in Fort St. John from around the globe, World Fair 2026 took place this weekend at Festival Plaza
Fort Nelson First Nation member honoured as Indigenous hero
Crystal Behn was honoured by SD57 for its Indigenous Heroes poster project in the Indigenous Education category.
Indigenous Explainers: The Tipi and the architectural history of First Nations peoples
It is an untrue stereotype that the ancestral Indigenous peoples all lived in these dwellings.
(Opinion) Bear Flat dispatch: Bear Flat Museum
Regular contributor Ken Boon writes about the Bear Flat Museum, which features a "Site C Sucks Museum" cabin, a sign cabin and old farm equipment.
Local drummer begins group partnering with Saulteau First Nation
Nathan Scott is a first Nations drummer who began the group in Chetwynd, aligning with local community Saulteau First Nations.
Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow postponed until 2027
The Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow's board outlines "significant changes" to the board's structure as the reasons behind the cancellation.
Video This Week in the Peace – BC Wildfire Service & Artist Charlie Parslow
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, hear from the BC Wildfire Service and local artist Charlie Parslow
South Peace Art Society preparing to take a look ‘Through the Looking Glass’ with 2026 art auction
The 43rd edition of the South Peace Art Society's auction is not only an auction, but a celebration of vibrant colours and creativity.
The Fort St. John Public Library adds new braille books to collection
The Fort St. John Public Library has purchased new braille books with a $1k donation from the Northwest Spirit Rotary Club.
School District 60 holds ribbon skirt fashion show with students, highlighted by visit from Indigenous designer
School District 60 students will hold a ribbon skirt fashion show on Thursday, April 30th, highlighted with an appearance by ribbon skirt designed Alyssia Sutherland.
Video This Week in the Peace – Old Fort Landslide & Pretty Expiry Art Exhibit
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, we discuss the landslide near Old Fort as well as the "Pretty Expiry" art exhibit
Boots and Beer fundraiser is ‘goal’ for recovering fire captain injured on Highway 97, says wife
The Boots and Beer fundraiser on June 6th, in honour of injured Dawson Creek fire captain Brooks Gower, will raise funds for the Dawson Creek Firefighters Charitable Society.
Registration open for vendors at Cultural Gathering of Nations
Food vendors or marketplace merchants interested in participating can register through a QR code on the Cultural Gathering of Nations Facebook page.
First Nation to host wellness, trauma workshop with help from former NHL star
Former National Hockey League star Theoren Fleury will join a free wellness, trauma and grief workshop to take place at the school on the Prophet River First Nation reserve from March 17th to 19th.
Comic and sci-fi convention to be held in Dawson Creek
CreekCon at Dawson Creek's Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre will have a cosplay contest, role-playing workshops and games throughout March 14th, 2026.
‘It just came naturally’: Indigenous fashion designer and artist talks influences and career
Fort Nelson First Nation fashion designer Reggie Harrold says she incorporates her Indigenous heritage with a modern-day feel in her work.
Indigenous explainers: What are ribbon skirts and why are they important?
Ribbon skirts have been seen as a symbol of womanhood in First Nations culture throughout history.
Tumbler Ridge to celebrate history, legacy of community at Tumbler Tales book launch festival
The Tumbler Tales book launch festival is about celebrating the 45-year history of the district, says organizer.
Documentary about Treaty 8 to be screened in Fort St. John
The screening of Spirit of Treaty 8 will coincide with the 125th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty between the crown and First Nations.
FSJ hosts World Fair 2026 in Festival Plaza
Focusing on the diversity in Fort St. John from around the globe, World Fair 2026 took place this weekend at Festival Plaza
Fort Nelson First Nation member honoured as Indigenous hero
Crystal Behn was honoured by SD57 for its Indigenous Heroes poster project in the Indigenous Education category.
Indigenous Explainers: The Tipi and the architectural history of First Nations peoples
It is an untrue stereotype that the ancestral Indigenous peoples all lived in these dwellings.
(Opinion) Bear Flat dispatch: Bear Flat Museum
Regular contributor Ken Boon writes about the Bear Flat Museum, which features a "Site C Sucks Museum" cabin, a sign cabin and old farm equipment.
Local drummer begins group partnering with Saulteau First Nation
Nathan Scott is a first Nations drummer who began the group in Chetwynd, aligning with local community Saulteau First Nations.
Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow postponed until 2027
The Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow's board outlines "significant changes" to the board's structure as the reasons behind the cancellation.
Video This Week in the Peace – BC Wildfire Service & Artist Charlie Parslow
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, hear from the BC Wildfire Service and local artist Charlie Parslow
South Peace Art Society preparing to take a look ‘Through the Looking Glass’ with 2026 art auction
The 43rd edition of the South Peace Art Society's auction is not only an auction, but a celebration of vibrant colours and creativity.
The Fort St. John Public Library adds new braille books to collection
The Fort St. John Public Library has purchased new braille books with a $1k donation from the Northwest Spirit Rotary Club.
School District 60 holds ribbon skirt fashion show with students, highlighted by visit from Indigenous designer
School District 60 students will hold a ribbon skirt fashion show on Thursday, April 30th, highlighted with an appearance by ribbon skirt designed Alyssia Sutherland.
Video This Week in the Peace – Old Fort Landslide & Pretty Expiry Art Exhibit
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, we discuss the landslide near Old Fort as well as the "Pretty Expiry" art exhibit
Boots and Beer fundraiser is ‘goal’ for recovering fire captain injured on Highway 97, says wife
The Boots and Beer fundraiser on June 6th, in honour of injured Dawson Creek fire captain Brooks Gower, will raise funds for the Dawson Creek Firefighters Charitable Society.
Registration open for vendors at Cultural Gathering of Nations
Food vendors or marketplace merchants interested in participating can register through a QR code on the Cultural Gathering of Nations Facebook page.
First Nation to host wellness, trauma workshop with help from former NHL star
Former National Hockey League star Theoren Fleury will join a free wellness, trauma and grief workshop to take place at the school on the Prophet River First Nation reserve from March 17th to 19th.
Comic and sci-fi convention to be held in Dawson Creek
CreekCon at Dawson Creek's Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre will have a cosplay contest, role-playing workshops and games throughout March 14th, 2026.
‘It just came naturally’: Indigenous fashion designer and artist talks influences and career
Fort Nelson First Nation fashion designer Reggie Harrold says she incorporates her Indigenous heritage with a modern-day feel in her work.
Indigenous explainers: What are ribbon skirts and why are they important?
Ribbon skirts have been seen as a symbol of womanhood in First Nations culture throughout history.
