News - Archived
Written statement from Chair Hiebert on International Firefighters’ Day
Dawson Creek, BC – May 2, 2025 – The Peace River Regional District honours firefighters ahead of International Firefighters’ Day (May 4). We recognize both professional and volunteer firefighters who protect our communities from increasing wildfire threats in the region.
The work of firefighters is crucial to proactively protect our communities and provide quick responses to emergencies. The PRRD remains committed to supporting firefighters with proper equipment, training and resources. We invite everyone to take a moment on May 4 to acknowledge their unwavering dedication.
Written statement from Chair Hiebert on the National Day of Mourning
Dawson Creek, BC – April 28, 2025 – The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) joins communities across Canada and around the world in observing the National Day of Mourning on April 28.
First established in 1984 by the Canadian Labour Congress and officially recognized by the federal government in 1991, serves as a poignant reminder to remember and honour those who have tragically died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace. Canada was the first nation to formally recognize this important day, and since then, its observance has expanded globally.
Last year alone, according to Day of Mourning BC, 146 workers in British Columbia lost their lives due to workplace injury or disease. Each of these tragedies underscores the critical responsibility that both employers and employees share in ensuring healthy and safe work environments for everyone.
Notice of Meetings – May 1, 2025
Meetings of the Peace River Regional Hospital District Board, the Peace River Regional District Board and the Committee of the Whole will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the Dawson Creek office located at 1981 Alaska Avenue in Dawson Creek, BC.
The agenda may be viewed on the PRRD’s web page at www.prrd.bc.ca/agendas-minutes/
The PRRD will accept gallery questions and comments from the public, either at the meeting, or via email in advance, sent to tyra.henderson@prrd.bc.ca. Your comments and your name will be read out loud during the Gallery Questions and Comments portion of the meeting. Gallery comments are limited to items on the agenda, and each person has up to two minutes to share their views or pose questions for the Board’s consideration.
Board meetings are livestreamed over Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialPRRD/
Holiday office closures on April 18 and April 22
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) offices are closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 and Monday, April 21, 2025 for the Good Friday and Easter holidays.
Regular operating hours resume on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
PRRD invites Golata Creek residents to share vision for potential community space
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is launching a public engagement project to help shape the the future of the community space located at 6161 Golata Creek Road.
Residents: Share Your Vision and Priorities
The PRRD now invites residents to share their priorities for this community space and what that may look like. The community will have the opportunity to provide input on their priorities for a new space and what they might be willing to pay in taxation (if any). There are several options for the site, including building a new facility, creating an outdoor recreational infrastructure or pursuing other community-driven alternatives.
A Collaborative Approach
Community members, the Golata Creek Community Association and the PRRD Board will determine the future of the property through a collaborative process.
Update on Boundary Lake Water Station closure: Addressing your questions
We understand that the closure of the Boundary Lake Water Station has raised concerns and questions within our community. We want to provide you with clear and detailed information about what happened and what we are doing to fix it.
What caused the closure?
On August 14, 2024, our water supplier experienced an equipment outage that stopped the flow of water to our treatment facility. During this time, a water truck, without permission, tried to take water from a connection point.
When the truck opened its valves, a chemical called a hydrocarbon-based corrosion inhibitor (RE33692CRW) flowed backward from the truck into our water line. This happened because there was no water pressure in the system at that moment. When the supplier’s system started working again, this chemical entered our raw water treatment system.
Our operators immediately noticed a strong smell and shut down the facility. Importantly, no contaminated water was distributed to the public. The chemical did not reach the water that was treated in the pipes or the water in the tanks.
Notice of Meeting – April 10, 2025
A meeting of the Peace River Regional District Board will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the Dawson Creek office located at 1981 Alaska Avenue in Dawson Creek, BC.
The agenda may be viewed on the PRRD’s web page at www.prrd.bc.ca/agendas-minutes/
The PRRD will accept gallery questions and comments from the public, either at the meeting, or via email in advance, sent to tyra.henderson@prrd.bc.ca. Your comments and your name will be read out loud during the Gallery Questions and Comments portion of the meeting. Gallery comments are limited to items on the agenda, and each person has up to two minutes to share their views or pose questions for the Board’s consideration.
*Please note that a Public Hearing will be held at the same location prior to the start of the Peace River Regional District Board meeting.
Board meetings are livestreamed over Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialPRRD/
Notice of Solid Waste Committee meeting – April 11, 2025
A meeting of the Peace River Regional District Solid Waste Committee will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025 at the Dawson Creek office located at 1981 Alaska Avenue in Dawson Creek, BC.
The agenda may be viewed on the PRRD’s web page at www.prrd.bc.ca/agendas-minutes/.
Boundary Lake Water Station remains closed until late June 2025
The Boundary Lake Water Station located at 1105 Cecil Lake Road in Electoral Area B remains closed until late June 2025.
An equipment failure affected water quality and caused the closure on August 12, 2024. A large portion of the treatment infrastructure needs to be replaced. The replacement equipment is expected to arrive in June and the station will reopen after the new equipment has been delivered and installed.
In the meantime, residents can access the Feye Spring Water Station located at 1863 Imperial Avenue in Clayhurst, BC.
The Peace River Regional District thanks residents for their patience during this time.
For more information or inquiries about the station, contact the Environmental Services Department at environmental.services@prrd.bc.ca or 250-784-3200.
PRRD starts public engagement on new Regional Zoning Bylaw project
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has launched a public survey on accessory buildings, home-based business, secondary suite and detached suite regulations. This is the first step in developing a new Regional Zoning Bylaw. The survey invites public feedback to help shape the development of the new bylaw and guide future engagements.
“We’re creating a unified Regional Zoning Bylaw that reflects the needs and priorities of our communities and simplifies regulations,” said Board Chair Leonard Hiebert. “Public input is crucial to shape a new bylaw that will work for everyone in our region.”
Engagement Opportunities
The online survey is open from March 20 to May 30, 2025 at 4:30pm (PST). Registration is not required to participate and responses are anonymous. Hard copies of the survey are available at both PRRD offices in Dawson Creek (1981 Alaska Avenue) and Fort St. John (9505 100 Street). In addition to the survey, in-person engagement is scheduled for the fall of 2025.
