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  • Lt. Chris Pelley and Lt. Miranda Moineau stand with Tactical Tender 1 prior to deploying to the Merritt area in support of BC Wildfire Service response efforts
    Charlie Lake Fire Department Deploys Crew and Equipment to Support BC Wildfire Response

    PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT, BC — The Charlie Lake Fire Department (CLFD) has deployed personnel and equipment to support wildfire response efforts in the Merritt area at the request of the BC Wildfire Service.

    On August 8, CLFD deployed Tactical Tender 1 and two firefighters, Lt. Chris Pelley and Lt. Miranda Moineau, on a 14-day assignment. The members will work alongside crews from across British Columbia supporting wildfire suppression activities and helping protect communities affected by ongoing wildfire activity.

  • Notice of Meetings for August 13, 2026

    Meetings of the Committee of the Whole and the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) Board will be held beginning at 10 am on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at the Dawson Creek office located at 1981 Alaska Avenue in Dawson Creek, BC.

  • Notice of Nomination, 2026 General Local Elections

    This is a public notice required by the Local Government Act.

    Notice of Nomination

    PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the Peace River Regional District that nominations will be received for the following offices for a four year term:

    • One (1) Director representing Electoral Area B
    • One (1) Director representing Electoral Area C
    • One (1) Director representing Electoral Area D
    • One (1) Director representing Electoral Area E

    Nominations will be received by the Chief Election Officer, or designate, from 9:00 am, September 1, 2026, until not later than 4:00 pm, September 11, 2026.

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  • PRRD Offers Free Hands-On Wildfire Defense for Rural Seniors and Residents with Mobility Challenges

    PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT, BC — As wildfire seasons grow longer and more intense across British Columbia, the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is reminding eligible residents to take advantage of free, hands-on help to protect their homes.

    Professional crews from Mammoth Forestry will complete physical wildfire mitigation landscape work around eligible properties at zero cost to the homeowner. This dedicated support service is available for seniors and persons with mobility challenges, through the PRRD’s FireSmart™ program.

    Services include:

    • Clearing gutters and removing yard brush
    • Pruning trees and removing fuel sources near homes
    • Chipping wood and completing ladder work
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  • Regional District Highlights for July 2026

    The latest news and initiatives from the Peace River Regional District for July 2026. 

  • Notice of Proposed Procedure Bylaw Amendment

    This is a public notice required by the Local Government Act. 

    The Regional Board will consider amending the Board Procedure Bylaw, at the Regular Board Meeting August 13, 2026 to add an updated oath of office to the bylaw, and add an administrative fix clause to allow correction of small errors in bylaws. 

     

  • Temporary Summer Hours for BC Day Week Begin July 31 – Fort St. John Office

    The Peace River Regional District office in Fort St. John (9505 100 Street) is observing the following hours for the upcoming BC Day week:

    • Friday, July 31, 2026: 9:30am to 3:30pm
    • Monday, August 3, 2026: Office Closed (BC Day)
    • Tuesday, August 4, 2026: 9:30am to 3:30pm
    • Wednesday, August 5, 2026: 9:30am to 3:30pm
    • Thursday, August 6, 2026: 9:30am to 3:30pm
    • Friday, August 7, 2026: 9:30am to 3:30pm

    If you need assistance with payments outside of these hours (with the exception of the statutory holiday on August 3), please contact the Dawson Creek office at 250-784-3200 or prrd.dc@prrd.bc.ca

  • 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. 

  • Participants engaging at the HRVA public engagement round 1
    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.

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1981 Alaska Avenue,
Dawson Creek, BC
V1G 4H8

250-784-3200 
prrd.dc@prrd.bc.ca

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