Tag: Peace River Agreement

Dawson Creek saves cash for the snowbank in third draft of budget

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After reviewing the revised third draft of Dawson Creek’s 2026 budget, city council approved the document and directed staff to continue on their current path.

Public welcomed to discuss adjusted budget in Fort St John

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Public feedback was sought, and clarification was offered, by Fort St John city council – who hosted residents and discussed the proposed budget, which was adjusted due to lower-than-expected PRA funding.

Proposed capital budget includes over $3 million in reallocated funding

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Underbudget paving projects in Dawson Creek, along with funding from the province’s Peace River Agreement, prompted city council to decide how to allocate more than $3 million in available capital funds.

PRA funding lowers projected tax rate in Dawson Creek to 5.45 per cent

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With a public consultation planned in less than two weeks, Dawson Creek city councillors have reviewed the budget and determined this year’s tax rate and operational deficit.

Fort St John honours former mayor Steve Thorlakson with Freedom of City award

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The city of Fort St John presented the Freedom of the City award to former mayor Steve Thorlakson, who was a strong proponent of the economic prosperity of northeastern B.C.

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B.C. leaders pause politics to honour victims of Tumbler Ridge shooting

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Flags at the B.C. legislature flew at half-mast Thursday as leaders mourned eight people killed in a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge.

RCMP release names of eight killed in Tumbler Ridge shooting

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The B.C. RCMP has released the names of six children and two women killed in this week’s shooting in Tumbler Ridge, as the small northeastern community continues to mourn.

Psychologist offers guidance to parents after Tumbler Ridge, B.C., shooting

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In the wake of a deadly shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., that involved victims between the ages of 11 and 13, a psychologist is advising guardians to check in with themselves before talking to their children.