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  • Public Notice Issued for Intent to Consider Zoning Amendment 26-001

    Notice of Intent to Consider Zoning Amendment Application 26-001 at the Regional Board meeting beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the Dawson Creek office located at 1981 Alaska Avenue in Dawson Creek, BC. This Zoning Amendment is proposing to add "Camping Vehicle" and "Cabin" as permitted principal uses, to accommodate recreational uses and allow for "Accessory Building" as a permitted accessory use.

  • Public Notice Issued for Intent to Consider Zoning Amendment 26-002

    Notice of Intent to Consider Zoning Amendment 26-002 at the Regional Board meeting beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the Dawson Creek office located at 1981 Alaska Avenue in Dawson Creek, BC. This Zoning Amendment is proposing to add "Work Camp" as a permitted principal use on the property. The proposal is also applying to amend the Rear Parcel Line Setback from 7.0m to 6.0m, to allow for sewage and fresh-water tanks that are accessory to the work camp. 

  • PRRD and Municipal Partners Invite Residents to Second Round of Engagement on Local Hazards

    The Peace River Regional District (PRRD), in collaboration with its municipal partners, is inviting residents to the second round of engagement to help shape the region’s new Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Analysis (HRVA). PRRD project team members are inviting residents to participate in an online survey and community events across the region from August 11 to August 23.

    Earlier this year, residents shared their perspectives on the hazards and risks that matter most to their communities. This next round of engagement focuses on sharing what was heard and identifying actions that can be taken to reduce these identified risks.

  • Thinking of Running for Local Government? PRRD Co-Hosting Candidate Information Sessions

    PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT, BC – With the 2026 General Local Election approaching on October 17, 2026, the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is partnering with the City of Fort St. John and the City of Dawson Creek to host two upcoming Candidate Information Sessions.

    Anyone interested in running for local government or learning more about the roles and responsibilities of elected officials is encouraged to attend. These sessions are designed to help prospective candidates get informed, prepared and ready for the candidacy process.

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