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Dawson Creek Society for Community Living seeks tax exemption for new seniors’ housing

Municipal News Celestia Nlemvo -
A local non-profit that has served Dawson Creek for nearly seven decades is asking city council for a property tax exemption as it expands support for aging residents with developmental disabilities.

Dawson Creek Chamber seeks tax exemption to support local businesses

Municipal News Celestia Nlemvo -
The Dawson Creek and District Chamber of Commerce is asking city council for a property tax exemption as it works to recover financially and expand its community programming.

Dawson Creek eases water restrictions as supply improves, but drought concerns remain

City of Dawson Creek Kate Brown -
After months of strict drought measures, Dawson Creek residents can once again water lawns more regularly as the city eases to Stage 1 conservation rules following improvements in local water supplies.

Dawson Creek builds local response to support people at risk

City of Dawson Creek Kate Brown -
Dawson Creek is launching a new early intervention program aimed at connecting residents at risk with support services before crises escalate.

Para Cup wins gold at the Sport Tourism Canada Prestige Awards

Hockey Tavi Dhillon -
At a sport tourism award ceremony, the city of Dawson Creek was up for two awards and went home with one – the international sporting event of the year for 2025. 

City up for two awards after hosting 2025 Para Cup

Hockey Tavi Dhillon -
Dawson Creek is a finalist for two sport tourism awards. The city was shortlisted for its role in hosting the 2025 Para Cup in its Memorial Arena.  

Tumbler Ridge residents can swim, skate, or play for free in Dawson Creek

Community Tavi Dhillon -
Residents from the district of Tumbler Ridge can swim, play, and skate for free in the city of Dawson Creek’s recreation facilities.

New rural-equipped fire truck to join fleet in Dawson Creek

Fire Tavi Dhillon -
A new, four-wheel drive, rural-equipped fire engine arrived in Dawson Creek to service the city and its surrounding rural areas. 

Conservative MP, Dawson Creek Mayor in shock over Tumbler Ridge mass shooting

Crime My Peace Region Now -
Reaction continues to pour in following yesterday’s (Tuesday) mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge that claimed the lives of nine people including the shooter.

Condolences pour in from across the Peace after tragedy in Tumbler Ridge

Municipal News Tavi Dhillon -
After a shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School left 10 people dead, including the gunman, communities in the Peace region are offering condolences.

Dawson Creek council considers re-routing transit service

City of Dawson Creek Tavi Dhillon -
After months of discussion on issues with bus service in the south Peace, B.C. Transit presented to Dawson Creek city council. Representatives offered alternatives to the existing school-based routes. 

Dawson Creek to host 2026 Coy Cup for first time

Hockey Tavi Dhillon -
The 2026 Coy Cup champion will be crowned in Dawson Creek — a first in the tournament’s long history.

PRRD pens letter calling for easier access to inter-provincial healthcare

Peace River Regional District Tavi Dhillon -
In their first meeting of 2026, the Peace River Regional District board set a clear goal: to improve access to health care in the region.

Mayor Darcy Dober reflects on a busy year in Dawson Creek

City of Dawson Creek Tavi Dhillon -
Heading into this year, the city of Dawson Creek planned on upgrading its facilities and addressing its ongoing water shortage with a long-term solution.  

Water shortage leads to Dawson Creek declaring state of local emergency

City of Dawson Creek Tavi Dhillon -
Drought-ridden Dawson Creek’s city council voted to enact a state of local emergency as water levels in the Kiskatinaw River are ten times below the average. 

Dawson Creek to tighten water conservation measures

City of Dawson Creek Tavi Dhillon -
There are only 150 days' worth of stored water left in Dawson Creek's supply. In response to these depleting levels, stage three water conservation measures will come into effect on Sept. 11. 
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B.C. leaders pause politics to honour victims of Tumbler Ridge shooting

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