News

Warmer temperatures are continuing to drive snowmelt across the region, and we are starting to see water levels rise. At this time, river flows are below levels typically associated with a high-risk break-up scenario in Peace River, though conditions continue to change and are being closely monitored.

Alberta Environment and Protected Areas has issued an Ice Jam Watch for the lower Smoky River and the Peace River from the Town of Peace River to Sunny Valley.

We’ve received questions about the Rural Renewal Stream and why new applications are currently paused. The full details are outlined in this update.

A single lane closure will be in place on 94 Street under the overpass starting Friday, April 17, through Friday, April 24, during daytime working hours (7am-5pm).

Warm temperatures are forecast this weekend (April 17-20) and carrying into spring. There is a risk of flooding if an ice jam forms during river break-up. The Town and Province are monitoring it closely.

If you live in Lower West Peace, the North End, Downtown, or near the Heart River and Pat’s Creek, this is an important time to be paying attention and preparing.

We’re getting set up for emergency response season, and part of that is making sure local restaurants are ready if we’re ever hosting evacuees from another community.

Read the decisions and updates from our latest meeting.

The Chief Elected Official has called a Special Council Meeting pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act.

The Town of Peace River Council has officially approved the 2026 municipal budget, continuing to focus on responsible fiscal management while advancing key priorities and maintaining a high quality of services.

As residents have been preparing their homes for the melt and any potential impacts from river break-up, we've received a few questions about where to get sandbags.

Public Works crews are prioritizing water issues around town, but we're addressing the biggest potholes too.

Read the agenda ahead of our next meeting.

Signs have gone up around the community warning people to stay away from the river during break-up.

See the news from our latest Governance and Priorities meeting.

Town flags are at half-mast from sunrise to sunset today, April 9, for the National Day of Remembrance of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, April 9.

During break-up, the river ice is very dangerous. It is unstable and unpredictable, with strong river currents underneath.

Recent snowpack measurements show levels remain above normal, with some variability in the Smoky River basin. Conditions still point to a higher-than-normal potential for flooding, though there are no current issues in the town.

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See the agenda ahead of our next meeting.