Temporary Extension of Utility Bill Payment Deadline Posted January 7, 2022 Due to the holiday season, the mailing of the utility bills for the most recent pay period was delayed. As such, an extension for the payment will be provided, and the due date for the payment will reflect the delayed release date. If you have any questions, please call Town Hall at 780-624-2574 during regular business hours.Read More →
Peace River and County of Northern Lights Fire Department members recognized at Annual Awards Night December 15, 2022 The Peace River and County of Northern Lights Fire Departments held their Annual Awards Night on December 10th in Peace River. Fire Chief Tim Harris presented nine awards to the members and Patrick Connellan, President of the Peace River Firefighters Association, presented the President’s Award. “The awards represent and recognize the achievements that the members have attained over the year” said Chief Harris, “whilst some awards, such as the Attendance Award and Fit-to-Fight Award are based on performance numbers, other awards, such as the Firefighter of theRead More →
Fire Chief Harris Awarded Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal December 7, 2022 Recently, Fire Chief Harris was presented his First Bar for 30 years of exemplary service. Now, this past weekend on December 3rd, Fire Chief Harris was presented the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal at a presentation ceremony in Red Deer, Alberta. Harris is among 7,000 Albertans receiving this award in 2022 in recognition of significant contributions to the province. The Town of Peace River congratulates Fire Chief Harris for receiving this award and for being recognized for his contributions to our local community, and in extension, our province. More information regardingRead More →
Pursuant to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, being Chapter M-26 of the Statutes of Alberta, notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Peace River will hold a Public Hearing before the second reading of Bylaw No.2122 to amend the Town of Peace River Land Use Bylaw. Read More →
Scheduled Brush Fire on Highway 743 (Weberville Road) Posted November 10, 2022 Please be aware that Public Works will be burning wood and brush in a lot on Highway 743 (Weberville Road) between City Furniture & Appliances and Best Truck Service, starting today, November 10 in the early afternoon. If you are traveling along this route and see a fire with accompanying smoke at this location today or tomorrow, be aware that this fire has been scheduled. The fire is expected to burn for the next 24 to 48 hours and will be closely monitored by personnel for the duration of the burn.Read More →
Vehicle Collision Reduces Traffic to One Lane Posted October 30, 2022 at 6:20pm Please be advised that as a result of a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision, traffic on the new bridge has been reduced to one lane. Crews are currently finishing cleanup, and PRFD states that the scene will likely be cleared with traffic returning to normal within the hour.Read More →
Fire Prevention Week™ runs from October 9th to 15th this year, and the Peace River and County of Northern Lights Fire Departments remind residents that “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.™” Read More →
Pursuant to Section 647 of the Municipal Government Act, being Chapter M-26 of the Statutes of Alberta, notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Peace River will hold a Public Hearing before considering the removal of Reserve Designation from the legal lot description on two lots, for the purpose of consolidating the Town-owned lots that make up the Peace Regional Pool and Baytex Energy Center site. Read More →
Please be advised that there will be an hazardous materials exercise held tomorrow by the Peace Regional Fire Department, with regional partners joining. Read More →
Firefighters National Memorial Day Posted September 11, 2022 Today, September 11, 2022, is Firefighters’ National Memorial Day. This day honours firefighters who serve across Canada, and those who have lost their lives or been injured on the job, for their courage and unwavering commitment to serve their communities. It is also a recognition of the dangers firefighters often face when carrying out their duties, and the sacrifice of firefighters who have given their lives for others. To commemorate, members of the Peace River and County of Northern Lights Fire Service held a brief ceremony this morning at the main fire hall in downtown Peace River.Read More →