Northeast B.C.’s unemployment rate too low to report in November
Northeast B.C’s unemployment rate was too low to report in November for the second time in 2023.
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PRRD launches regional growth strategy survey
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) and member municipalities have released a survey as part of a regional growth strategy.
It’s a public road, not a driveway: judge rules in lawsuit involving Pouce Coupe neighbours
The roadway became a subject of contention in a civil lawsuit between the province and South Peace residents Curtis and Deanne Querin, who own a quarter section at the eastern outskirts of Pouce Coupe. The Querins purchased their property in 1991.Â
PRRD to update building bylaw, seeks public input through survey
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is looking to update its building bylaw and is asking the public to provide input by participating in a survey.Â
Seniors to benefit from grants in Peace region
Seniors in Taylor, Pouce Coupe and Hudson’s Hope will benefit from grants for policies and projects supporting their active and independent lives.
B.C. Conservative Party announces nominee for Peace River South
The Conservative Party of British Columbia has announced Dawson Creek’s Larry Neufeld will run as a candidate in Peace River South.
Team BC wins bronze in National Women’s Under-18 Championship finals
Team BC secured bronze medals after a 3-1 victory against Team Alberta in the finals on Saturday.
Results are in for the 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo
Five Peace region cowboys and cowgirls headed to Red Deer to compete in the 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) last week.
Northeast B.C. unemployment rate drops significantly in October
Northeast B.C. reported a jobless rate of 5.1 per cent in October compared to 6.3 per cent in September.
ICBC, RCMP share tips on staying safe on Halloween
ICBC and the RCMP have shared some tips so everyone can have a spooky but safe Halloween.
UPDATE: Firefighting equipment stolen in Whitehorse may travel through Peace region
Fort St. John RCMP is looking to bring awareness to stolen firefighting equipment that may travel through the Peace region along the Alaska Highway.
Peace region cowboys, cowgirls to compete in 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo
Five Peace region cowboys and cowgirls have qualified to compete in the 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR), which kicks off in Red Deer early next month.Â
Northeast B.C. unemployment rate decreases slightly in September
The northeast region reported a 6.3 per cent unemployment rate in September, a slight decrease from August’s 6.4 per cent, according to Stat Canada’s latest labour force survey.Â
Regional Extension Program to help farmers mitigate, adapt to climate change
Farmers experiencing the impacts of record drought and wildfire across B.C. are receiving support to continue producing food in a changing climate.
ICBC provides safety tips ahead of Thanksgiving weekend
ICBC has provided some essential safety tips for drivers getting ready to hit the road to visit family and friends over the Thanksgiving long weekend.Â
Court Report: September 25th to 29th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from September 25th to 29th.
UPDATE: Partial Category 1 campfire ban to be rescinded in Prince George Fire Centre
A Category 1 campfire ban will come into effect across the Vanderhoof and Fort St. James (VanJam), MacKenzie, Fort Nelson, Fort St. John, and Dawson Creek fire zones at noon on Wednesday.
PRRD to discuss revising Peace River Local Government Association
Peace River Regional District directors briefly discussed the merits of revising the Peace River Local Government Association during their September 14th, 2023 committee of the whole and board meeting.
4th Annual 9/11 Tribute Climb returns to Dawson Creek
The 4th Annual 9/11 Tribute Climb is taking place on Sunday to benefit BC Wildfire Relief through Disaster Aid Canada.
B.C. offers financial assistance for wildfire damage to local governments, First Nations
Disaster Financial Assistance has been made available for local governments and First Nations in regions affected by B.C.’s record-breaking wildfire season.
PRRD launches regional growth strategy survey
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) and member municipalities have released a survey as part of a regional growth strategy.
It’s a public road, not a driveway: judge rules in lawsuit involving Pouce Coupe neighbours
The roadway became a subject of contention in a civil lawsuit between the province and South Peace residents Curtis and Deanne Querin, who own a quarter section at the eastern outskirts of Pouce Coupe. The Querins purchased their property in 1991.Â
PRRD to update building bylaw, seeks public input through survey
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is looking to update its building bylaw and is asking the public to provide input by participating in a survey.Â
Seniors to benefit from grants in Peace region
Seniors in Taylor, Pouce Coupe and Hudson’s Hope will benefit from grants for policies and projects supporting their active and independent lives.
B.C. Conservative Party announces nominee for Peace River South
The Conservative Party of British Columbia has announced Dawson Creek’s Larry Neufeld will run as a candidate in Peace River South.
Team BC wins bronze in National Women’s Under-18 Championship finals
Team BC secured bronze medals after a 3-1 victory against Team Alberta in the finals on Saturday.
Results are in for the 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo
Five Peace region cowboys and cowgirls headed to Red Deer to compete in the 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) last week.
Northeast B.C. unemployment rate drops significantly in October
Northeast B.C. reported a jobless rate of 5.1 per cent in October compared to 6.3 per cent in September.
ICBC, RCMP share tips on staying safe on Halloween
ICBC and the RCMP have shared some tips so everyone can have a spooky but safe Halloween.
UPDATE: Firefighting equipment stolen in Whitehorse may travel through Peace region
Fort St. John RCMP is looking to bring awareness to stolen firefighting equipment that may travel through the Peace region along the Alaska Highway.
Peace region cowboys, cowgirls to compete in 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo
Five Peace region cowboys and cowgirls have qualified to compete in the 2023 Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR), which kicks off in Red Deer early next month.Â
Northeast B.C. unemployment rate decreases slightly in September
The northeast region reported a 6.3 per cent unemployment rate in September, a slight decrease from August’s 6.4 per cent, according to Stat Canada’s latest labour force survey.Â
Regional Extension Program to help farmers mitigate, adapt to climate change
Farmers experiencing the impacts of record drought and wildfire across B.C. are receiving support to continue producing food in a changing climate.
ICBC provides safety tips ahead of Thanksgiving weekend
ICBC has provided some essential safety tips for drivers getting ready to hit the road to visit family and friends over the Thanksgiving long weekend.Â
Court Report: September 25th to 29th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from September 25th to 29th.
UPDATE: Partial Category 1 campfire ban to be rescinded in Prince George Fire Centre
A Category 1 campfire ban will come into effect across the Vanderhoof and Fort St. James (VanJam), MacKenzie, Fort Nelson, Fort St. John, and Dawson Creek fire zones at noon on Wednesday.
PRRD to discuss revising Peace River Local Government Association
Peace River Regional District directors briefly discussed the merits of revising the Peace River Local Government Association during their September 14th, 2023 committee of the whole and board meeting.
4th Annual 9/11 Tribute Climb returns to Dawson Creek
The 4th Annual 9/11 Tribute Climb is taking place on Sunday to benefit BC Wildfire Relief through Disaster Aid Canada.
B.C. offers financial assistance for wildfire damage to local governments, First Nations
Disaster Financial Assistance has been made available for local governments and First Nations in regions affected by B.C.’s record-breaking wildfire season.
