FSJ commemorates Red Dress Day with twilight walk and artisan market
Red Dress Day on May 5th marks commemorating and acknowledging Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG)
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Northern Lights Rodeo squad crowned best in Canada
the Canadian College Rodeo Association varsity national championships took place from May 1st to May 3rd in Alberta.
Dawson Creek Sportsman’s Club hosts June archery tournament
The Midnight Sun 3-D archery competition will take place during the day starting Saturday, June 6th
(UPDATE) Hudson’s Hope High School Rodeo takes over Mother’s Day weekend
The two day Hudson's Hope High School Rodeo is an event on the BC High School Rodeo Association's calendar and takes place starting May 9th.
Tse’k’wa seeks volunteers, sponsors for National Indigenous Peoples’ Day
National Indigenous Peoples' Day is set for Thursday, June 21st and Charlie Lake's Tse'k'wa National Historic Site is planning to hold a gathering commemorating it.
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.
Taylor Speedway’s Babcock Memorial set to kick-off 2026 racing season
The races on May 22nd and 23rd honour Doug Babcock, who was a co-founder of the Taylor Speedway.
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.
Chili Bowl throwdown to fundraise for North Peace Potters’ Guild
The Chili Bowl Bash is the North Peace Potter's Guild's biggest fundraising event to raise funds for the organization, according to a planning committee member.
Local Indigenous organizations to host Red Dress Day on May 5th
Red Dress Day is an event memorializing and honouring victims of MMIWG and takes place traditionally on May 5th.
Northern Combat Invitational returns with doubleheader in May
Northern Combat Club's Northern Combat Invitational will host two events - NCI 18 and 19 - in one day on May 9th.
Step up ‘n’ Ride receives $12k at 100 Women Who Care Dawson Creek
The latest iteration of 100 Women Who Care Dawson Creek took place on Monday, April 20th.
Summit Run-It Further event looking to test endurance limits
A pitch from endurance runner Brayden Carle became the catalyst for the Summit Run-It Further endurance event in June near Fort Nelson.
Future of Natural Gas talked about ending Fort St. John Creating Energy Conference
The Creating Energy Conference took place in Fort St. John on April 21st, hosted by the Fort St. John and District Chamber of Commerce
Local tattoo shop raising funds throughout May for Mental Health initiatives
Soulfire Tattoo studio will hold a flash tattoo sale on the weekend of May 22nd to contribute to mental health initiatives.
‘Awareness and education’: South Peace District Crime Prevention Association holding symposium
The South Peace District Crime Prevention Association's symposium on Friday, April 24th was inspired by similar events in Alberta.
Local fighters impress in Fivestar Fight League’s return to the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre
Fivestar Fight League held its 29th event on Saturday, April 18th with six Fort St. John-based fighters on the main card.
Red Dress Pin workshop cancelled by Nenan Dane family services society
Nenan Dane was holding a workshop to make Red Dress Day pins, but the event was cancelled for this week.
North Peace People’s Choice Awards 2026 Winners
Here are the winners of the 2026 North Peace People's Choice Awards presented by RE/MAX. These winners were voted by the people.
Hike for Fort Nelson Hospice returns in May
The Hike for Hospice is a five-kilometre trek throughout Fort Nelson on May 21st.
Northern Lights Rodeo squad crowned best in Canada
the Canadian College Rodeo Association varsity national championships took place from May 1st to May 3rd in Alberta.
Dawson Creek Sportsman’s Club hosts June archery tournament
The Midnight Sun 3-D archery competition will take place during the day starting Saturday, June 6th
(UPDATE) Hudson’s Hope High School Rodeo takes over Mother’s Day weekend
The two day Hudson's Hope High School Rodeo is an event on the BC High School Rodeo Association's calendar and takes place starting May 9th.
Tse’k’wa seeks volunteers, sponsors for National Indigenous Peoples’ Day
National Indigenous Peoples' Day is set for Thursday, June 21st and Charlie Lake's Tse'k'wa National Historic Site is planning to hold a gathering commemorating it.
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.
Taylor Speedway’s Babcock Memorial set to kick-off 2026 racing season
The races on May 22nd and 23rd honour Doug Babcock, who was a co-founder of the Taylor Speedway.
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.
Chili Bowl throwdown to fundraise for North Peace Potters’ Guild
The Chili Bowl Bash is the North Peace Potter's Guild's biggest fundraising event to raise funds for the organization, according to a planning committee member.
Local Indigenous organizations to host Red Dress Day on May 5th
Red Dress Day is an event memorializing and honouring victims of MMIWG and takes place traditionally on May 5th.
Northern Combat Invitational returns with doubleheader in May
Northern Combat Club's Northern Combat Invitational will host two events - NCI 18 and 19 - in one day on May 9th.
Step up ‘n’ Ride receives $12k at 100 Women Who Care Dawson Creek
The latest iteration of 100 Women Who Care Dawson Creek took place on Monday, April 20th.
Summit Run-It Further event looking to test endurance limits
A pitch from endurance runner Brayden Carle became the catalyst for the Summit Run-It Further endurance event in June near Fort Nelson.
Future of Natural Gas talked about ending Fort St. John Creating Energy Conference
The Creating Energy Conference took place in Fort St. John on April 21st, hosted by the Fort St. John and District Chamber of Commerce
Local tattoo shop raising funds throughout May for Mental Health initiatives
Soulfire Tattoo studio will hold a flash tattoo sale on the weekend of May 22nd to contribute to mental health initiatives.
‘Awareness and education’: South Peace District Crime Prevention Association holding symposium
The South Peace District Crime Prevention Association's symposium on Friday, April 24th was inspired by similar events in Alberta.
Local fighters impress in Fivestar Fight League’s return to the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre
Fivestar Fight League held its 29th event on Saturday, April 18th with six Fort St. John-based fighters on the main card.
Red Dress Pin workshop cancelled by Nenan Dane family services society
Nenan Dane was holding a workshop to make Red Dress Day pins, but the event was cancelled for this week.
North Peace People’s Choice Awards 2026 Winners
Here are the winners of the 2026 North Peace People's Choice Awards presented by RE/MAX. These winners were voted by the people.
Hike for Fort Nelson Hospice returns in May
The Hike for Hospice is a five-kilometre trek throughout Fort Nelson on May 21st.
