New Director of Corporate Services The Town of Peace River is pleased to welcome Mr. Terry Websdale as the new Director of Corporate Services. Mr. Websdale currently serves as the Director of Finance at the Town of Grimshaw. Two decades of leadership in municipal and private sector organizations is highlighted by a history of collaboration and joint ventures between private enterprise, regional partners, and the Province of Alberta. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), this position is responsible for the business affairs of the Town. The Director of Corporate Services leads a team of professionals in providing services to internal and external stakeholders. TheRead More →

December 13, 2021 Council Highlights The following is a summary of decisions made by Town Council during its December 13, 2021, Regular Meeting. For an audio recording of this meeting please check the bottom of this page. The agenda and attachments are available here: Peace River – Document Center (civicweb.net) Presentations Grants to Organizations – Peace Region Hockey Tour Society Grants to Organizations – Northern Sunrise County Rural Crime Watch Symposium New Business Request for Decision re: Assessment Review Board Appointments Council appointed Larry Hyrniuk and Garrett Tomlinson to the assessment review board for a term from December 14, 2021 to December 14, 2024. RequestRead More →

Fire Department Flag Lowered December 20, 2021 The flag at the Town of Peace River Fire Hall is flying at half-mast today in honour of a Quebec Volunteer Firefighter who died in the Line of Duty at a house fire on Saturday, December 18, 2021.Read More →

  Whereas Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, causing symptoms such as cognitive decline, memory loss and difficulty performing daily activities ; and Whereas more than 50,000 Albertans are affected directly or indirectly by dementia and Alzheimer’s disease; and Whereas the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories provides valuable information and services for those affected by dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, supports research to identify the cause, find a cure, and develop effective treatment options for this condition; and Whereas the Town of Peace commends the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories for their commitment to working with rural and urbanRead More →

Water Break – 99 Ave. West Hill Updated December 15, 2021 The repair has been completed. Thank you for your cooperation. Posted December 13, 2021 at 12 pm Public works are responding to a water line break on 99 Ave. between Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse Casual restaurant and Best Western Plus, on Peace River’s West Hill. There is a possibility water will need to be shut off to several businesses in the area to allow crews to dig, expose the break, and repair it. The businesses affected have been contacted. We apologize for the inconvenience this will cause. We will provide further updates when more info,Read More →

Baytex Energy Centre Temporary Closure Posted December 8, 2021 A serious health and safety incident occurred at the Baytex Energy Centre on December 7th, 2021. The incident only involved staff of the Town of Peace River.  Occupational Health and Safety has been engaged and is conducting a formal investigation. No further details on the staff or incident will be publicly provided as this matter is under investigation.  The Town can confirm that staff members involved are receiving treatment and doing well. The Town thanks you for your understanding while the facility remains closed during this time.  Reopening dates will be provided as soon as theyRead More →

Lions Campground Update Posted: November 12, 2021 It’s the end of an era! Please join the Town of Peace River in expressing our sincere appreciation to Albert Elter for over 20 years of volunteer commitment to the Peace River Lions Club and the Lions Campground. Albert has decided it is time to retire, which means he is closing the campground at the end of this camping season. Originally the closing date was October 31, 2021, but Albert has extended the season to November 30, 2021. What happens next? A portion of the Lions Campground is Town owned property, with most of the site being aRead More →

Tenders

The Town of Peace River (the Town) is seeking a qualified contractor to supply and erect a canvas-enclosed steel framed quonset for the purpose of sand and salt storage in the Town of Peace River. The contractor shall complete the structure design based on the information enclosed. The existing lot is located on the North side of the 104 Ave and 77 St intersection in the Town of Peace River.Read More →

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2021 Municipal Election Results Final Election Results There were 1883 voters. This is 155 more than in the 2017 election.Stats Canada figures show 5404 eligible voters in the Town of Peace River, so this represents a turnout of 34.8%Read More →

Restriction Exemption Program (REP) Last updated: October 22nd, 2021 Effective Monday Sept. 27, 2021  The Town of Peace River will implement the Provincial Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) for some Town operated recreation and culture facilities. This will provide us the opportunity to resume previous service levels, to continue to offer regular programming and operate at full capacity. Facilities operating under the Restriction Exemption Program include: Athabasca Hall Baytex Energy Centre Family Resource Network Peace Regional Pool   What does this mean? Under REP the following will apply: (Masking requirements and social distancing remain in effect throughout all Town of Peace River facilities) The following guests  are not required to show proof ofRead More →