Advocacy
Proclamation of International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. First proposed in 2004 and launched the following year globally, #IDAHOBIT is a day to celebrate diversity and condemn the discrimination, violence and stigma members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities continue to experience in our society.
One of the core values at the Peace River Regional District is respect. We believe that consideration should be shown to everyone equally and without discrimination.
For resources on #IDAHOBIT or to get involved, please contact your local Pride Society:
North Peace Pride Society
Dawson Creek Pride Society
Commemorative asset on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Statement from Chair Hiebert on National Day of Awareness for MMIWG2S
May 5 marks the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People in Canada. Also known as Red Dress Day. First established by artist Jamie Black, this day is to call awareness to the victimization that Indigenous women and gender diverse people continue to face in society.
Written statement from Chair Hiebert on National Day of Mourning
In 1984, the Canadian Labour Congress established April 28 as the National Day of Mourning in Canada to remember and honour those who have died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace.
Last year in British Columbia, 181 workers died from a workplace injury or disease (WorkSafeBC). Every injury, disease or death serves as a powerful reminder that employers and employees have an important responsibility to ensure that all workplaces are healthy and safe.
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is an organization that promotes safety culture and places employee wellbeing as a critical priority. The flags at the PRRD office in Dawson Creek are lowered today to commemorate the fallen.
Written statement from Chair Hiebert on Pink Shirt Day
Today the Peace River Regional District joins thousands of people across Canada in wearing a pink shirt to raise awareness about the prevention of bullying and harassment. According to Public Safety Canada, one-third of the population has experienced bullying as a child and 40 per cent or nearly half of Canadians have experienced bullying in the workplace. (more…)
Statement from the Chair on International Holocaust Memorial Day
Friday, January 27 is International Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp in Poland on the same day in 1945. On this 78th annual day of commemoration, the Peace River Regional District joins a global initiative to honour the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism.
Statement on National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Today at 11am, the Regional Board and staff at the Peace River Regional District will observe a moment of silence to acknowledge the tragic loss of 14 young women at Polytechnique Montréal on December 6, 1989, in an act of violent misogyny. This event shook our Country and its people, and led Parliament to designate December 6 as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
Statement on Remembrance Day
On the Day of Remembrance (Armistice Day), we reflect on the tremendous sacrifices that members of Canada’s armed forces have made in the line of duty. On November 11 at 11am, we pause to commemorate the end of hostilities during the First World War, and hold in memoriam the Fallen who gave their lives to protect our freedoms.
The Regional Board and staff at the Peace River Regional District extend their gratitude to those who have served, and continue to serve our country.
The PRRD offices will be closed on Friday, November 11 to observe the statutory holiday, with regular hours resuming on Monday, November 14.
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Statement on National Indigenous Veterans Day
Today we honour the contributions made by First Nations, Inuit and Métis Veterans in service to Canada for National Indigenous Veterans Day. As we continue to walk the path of meaningful reconciliation, it is important that we hold up the significant sacrifices that Indigenous Veterans made fighting alongside our Allies in the First and Second World Wars. Indigenous Peoples continue to serve in Armed Forces efforts and United Nations peace operations around the world.
The Regional Board and staff at the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) wish to thank the Veterans and their families for their continued service, and to recognize the impact that they have made to Canada’s history.
Written statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) offices will be closed on September 30, 2022 in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The closure is a period for reflection on the lasting impacts of the Canadian Indian residential school system, and as a time to listen and learn from Indigenous Peoples. The PRRD acknowledges the painful generational trauma that this system has caused, and reminds its residents that we are situated on the traditional territory of the Dane-Zaa (Beaver), signatories of Treaty 8 and the Metis BC Region 7.
“As a Regional District, the importance of this day cannot be understated. As the Board reaffirms our commitment to building meaningful relationships with our Indigenous neighbours, we are also reflecting on the steps we have taken throughout the past four years to lay the groundwork for increased cooperation and understanding. We recognize that although there is still much more work to do, we are proud of the progress we have made during this term, and are confident that the incoming Board will continue to provide the leadership necessary to keep us moving in a positive direction” – Chair Brad Sperling.
Province launches second phase of public engagement on Taylor Bridge
The Province is now launching the second phase of engagement on the Taylor bridge and is seeking input from bridge users, industry, interest groups, residents and the citizens of B.C. on the concepts for the future of the bridge.
The second phase builds on the input received in the fall 2021, when feedback was received through virtual open houses, surveys and written submissions. In Phase 1, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure also engaged local stakeholders including industrial users, residents and businesses, and the public. A summary of the results from Phase 1 of public engagement is available here: https://engage.gov.bc.ca/What-We-Heard-Taylor-Bridge-Crossing-Phase-1.pdf
The PRRD is urging all residents and user groups to make sure their voices are heard, and to complete one of the following engagement options by September 30, 2022:
- Use the self-directed online tool to submit a survey response: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/40cf552d73b746dca2486660a783e068
- Submit a written response: https://engage.gov.bc.ca/taylorbridge/written-submission-guidlines/
To learn more about the project, please visit the Provincial engagement portal at https://engage.gov.bc.ca/taylorbridge/.
