Regional District Highlights for July 2026
PRRD offers free hands-on wildfire defense for rural seniors and residents with mobility challenges
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 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
The support service is open to PRRD residents who:
- Are 65 years of age or older,
- Have limited mobility, or
- Belonging to a vulnerable population needing FireSmart help
To book an assessment or request advanced supports, email firesmart@prrd.bc.ca or call 250-467-4180.
PRRD and local partners invite residents to second round of engagement on local hazards
The Peace River Regional District, 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). Residents are invited to community events from August 11 to August 23.
Earlier this year, residents shared their feedback 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 to reduce these risks.
Community event schedule
- August 11: Arras, 7pm–9pm
Grazer Gathering, Moat Farms: 7611 237 Rd.
Register by calling 250-263-8802 or emailing coordinator@peaceforage.bc.ca - August 12: Bear Canyon, 9am-4pm
Beyond Fertilizer as Usual, Cherry/Bear Canyon Hall 833075 Range Rd. 123 Bear Canyon, AB
Get tickets at alternativefertilizer.eventbrite.com - August 13: Pouce Coupe, 5pm-7pm
Volunteer Appreciation Event, Pouce Coupe Fire Hall, 5012 49 Ave.
RSVP by August 10 by calling 250-786-5794 or emailing admin@poucecoupe.ca - August 15: Dawson Creek, 9am-2pm
Dawson Creek Farmer’s Market, NAR Park, 900 Alaska Ave. - August 19: Hudson’s Hope, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Ice Cream Sundaes in the Park, Beattie Park, 9555 Beattie Dr. - August 20: Chetwynd, 5pm-8pm
Risk-Themed Trivia/Burger Night, Legion, 4511 Veterans Way - August 21: Charlie Lake, 5pm-7pm
Community Pizza Night, Charlie Lake Fire Hall, 13065 Firehall Rd. - August 22: Tomslake, 11am-2pm
Open House/BBQ, Tomslake Fire Hall, 15407 Tomslake Dr. - August 23: Sunset Prairie, 8am-3pm
Kiskatinaw Fall Fair, 6056 261 Rd.
An online survey is also open now, until August 27, 2026 (3pm MST). Visit haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/HRVA to take the survey and learn more about the project or community events.
Next PRRD Board Meetings
- August 13, 2026 | 10am, Dawson Creek
- September 10, 2026 | 10am, Dawson Creek
Board meetings are streamed live on Facebook @OfficialPRRD
View all meeting information and agendas.
Contact Us
Peace River Regional District (PRRD)
1981 Alaska Avenue,
Dawson Creek, BC
V1G 4H8
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