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
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.
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.
The Charlie Lake Fire Department has officially placed its new PFAS-free turnout gear into service following a department training session July 9. The custom-fitted protective gear is the culmination of months of planning, funding, procurement and fitting. The initiative reflects the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) Board's ongoing commitment to supporting local firefighters through investments in modern equipment that enhances health, safety and long-term well-being.
PRRD Chair Brad Sperling sat down with Moose Media to chat about regional priorities heading into spring 2026 in the latest installment of our Chair's Update series.
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