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All invited to open houses on PRRD’s new Regional Zoning Bylaw draft
Fifteen open houses will be held across the PRRD from November 15th to 23rd to gain resident feedback on the Peace River Regional District's draft zoning bylaw.
BCWS reports all northeast B.C. wildfires ‘under control’ going into winter
2025's wildfire season saw over 300 wildfires in the PGFC coverage area, including multiple wildfires of note and an evacuation. However, as the first snow falls, the BCWS now lists all wildfires in northeast B.C. as 'under control.'
BCCDC reports 12 new measles cases in northeast B.C.
The northeast is responsible for roughly 72 per cent of all confirmed measles cases in the province this year.
AltaGas CEO remains pleased with company performance amid quarterly earnings decline
AltaGas' normalized earnings per share of four cents for the quarter are down compared to the 14 cents reported in 2024.
‘We are all pretty happy’: BCGEU bargaining committee member says deal was best one possible
The BCGEU union, which represents approximately 486 workers in northeast B.C., was entangled in an eight-week strike in a dispute with B.C’s Ministry of Finance over a new contract.
Agricultural plastics recycling program extended in Peace River region
According to the PRRD, local farmers have recycled more than 55 tonnes of twine and grain bags since the launch of the Cleanfarms program in 2021.
Fort St. John postal workers join rotating strikes
CUPW local 738 president Babe Seguin confirmed postal workers in Fort St. John switched to rotating strikes on Tuesday morning, October 28th.
PRRD calls for province’s action on youth mental health, road safety and Canada Post
The Peace River Regional District is calling provincial politicians to action on youth mental health, road safety and Canada Post closures in the region.
Snowfall warning issued for Pine Pass with reduced visibility and ‘hazardous driving conditions’
Environment Canada has issued a warning about snow falling in the Pine Pass area on the evening of October 28th.
Covid-19 and flu vaccine appointment bookings now available for Fort St. John, Dawson Creek
Appointments can now be booked for Covid-19 and flu vaccinations across the Peace region, including in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.
(UPDATE) PRRD exempts 800+ properties from paying North Peace Leisure Pool tax
The Peace River Regional District has voted to remove more than 800 properties from the area taxed for the North Peace Leisure Pool in Fort St. John.
‘High-calibre competition’: Northeast BC Predators compete among the best at Richmond tournament
The Northeast BC Predators U-18 squad, a class A team, will be playing in the AA class at the Pacific Coast Female Rep Classic hockey tournament in Richmond, B.C. on October 24th to October 26th, 2025.
PRRD talks Bill 14 concerns with Agricultural Land Commission
The Peace River Regional District and the Agricultural Land Commission met to discuss Bill 14 and green energy projects being constructed on agricultural land in B.C.
Postal Strike: Will local postal workers distribute socio-economic cheques?
Socio-economic cheques - such as Old Age Security and Canada Pension Plan cheques - are usually distributed during Canada Post labour stoppages.
Pouce Coupe completes lagoon bank stabilization project
The project focused on addressing erosion and infrastructure risks at the lagoon site, according to the Village of Pouce Coupe.
Peace River organizations receives part of $5 million from province
The Fort St. John Association for Community Living, Dawson Creek Society for Community Living, Blueberry River First Nations and the Peace River Regional District received funds for various community projects through the Northern Healthy Communities Fund
BC General Employees’ Union Strike adds BC Wildfire Service to picket lines
The BC General Employees' Union Strike began after Labour Day weekend, now involving various departments and industries within the province.
Indigenous family services organization seeks funds for youth conference
Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona Family Services Society has sent youth to the Gathering our Voices Conference since at least 2018.
‘Reigniting conversations’: Family services society Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona hosts open house and annual general meeting
The Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona family services society hosted an open house and annual general meeting on October 15th.
All invited to open houses on PRRD’s new Regional Zoning Bylaw draft
Fifteen open houses will be held across the PRRD from November 15th to 23rd to gain resident feedback on the Peace River Regional District's draft zoning bylaw.
BCWS reports all northeast B.C. wildfires ‘under control’ going into winter
2025's wildfire season saw over 300 wildfires in the PGFC coverage area, including multiple wildfires of note and an evacuation. However, as the first snow falls, the BCWS now lists all wildfires in northeast B.C. as 'under control.'
BCCDC reports 12 new measles cases in northeast B.C.
The northeast is responsible for roughly 72 per cent of all confirmed measles cases in the province this year.
AltaGas CEO remains pleased with company performance amid quarterly earnings decline
AltaGas' normalized earnings per share of four cents for the quarter are down compared to the 14 cents reported in 2024.
‘We are all pretty happy’: BCGEU bargaining committee member says deal was best one possible
The BCGEU union, which represents approximately 486 workers in northeast B.C., was entangled in an eight-week strike in a dispute with B.C’s Ministry of Finance over a new contract.
Agricultural plastics recycling program extended in Peace River region
According to the PRRD, local farmers have recycled more than 55 tonnes of twine and grain bags since the launch of the Cleanfarms program in 2021.
Fort St. John postal workers join rotating strikes
CUPW local 738 president Babe Seguin confirmed postal workers in Fort St. John switched to rotating strikes on Tuesday morning, October 28th.
PRRD calls for province’s action on youth mental health, road safety and Canada Post
The Peace River Regional District is calling provincial politicians to action on youth mental health, road safety and Canada Post closures in the region.
Snowfall warning issued for Pine Pass with reduced visibility and ‘hazardous driving conditions’
Environment Canada has issued a warning about snow falling in the Pine Pass area on the evening of October 28th.
Covid-19 and flu vaccine appointment bookings now available for Fort St. John, Dawson Creek
Appointments can now be booked for Covid-19 and flu vaccinations across the Peace region, including in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.
(UPDATE) PRRD exempts 800+ properties from paying North Peace Leisure Pool tax
The Peace River Regional District has voted to remove more than 800 properties from the area taxed for the North Peace Leisure Pool in Fort St. John.
‘High-calibre competition’: Northeast BC Predators compete among the best at Richmond tournament
The Northeast BC Predators U-18 squad, a class A team, will be playing in the AA class at the Pacific Coast Female Rep Classic hockey tournament in Richmond, B.C. on October 24th to October 26th, 2025.
PRRD talks Bill 14 concerns with Agricultural Land Commission
The Peace River Regional District and the Agricultural Land Commission met to discuss Bill 14 and green energy projects being constructed on agricultural land in B.C.
Postal Strike: Will local postal workers distribute socio-economic cheques?
Socio-economic cheques - such as Old Age Security and Canada Pension Plan cheques - are usually distributed during Canada Post labour stoppages.
Pouce Coupe completes lagoon bank stabilization project
The project focused on addressing erosion and infrastructure risks at the lagoon site, according to the Village of Pouce Coupe.
Peace River organizations receives part of $5 million from province
The Fort St. John Association for Community Living, Dawson Creek Society for Community Living, Blueberry River First Nations and the Peace River Regional District received funds for various community projects through the Northern Healthy Communities Fund
BC General Employees’ Union Strike adds BC Wildfire Service to picket lines
The BC General Employees' Union Strike began after Labour Day weekend, now involving various departments and industries within the province.
Indigenous family services organization seeks funds for youth conference
Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona Family Services Society has sent youth to the Gathering our Voices Conference since at least 2018.
‘Reigniting conversations’: Family services society Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona hosts open house and annual general meeting
The Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona family services society hosted an open house and annual general meeting on October 15th.
