Town of Peace River

08/25/2026

UPDATE: Power is being restored! The Town Office will remain closed until about 10 am while the server system is reactivated.

We are currently experiencing a town-wide power outage. Investigation is underway.

🚦 If the lights are out at an intersection, please treat it as a four-way stop.
ℹ️ The Town Office will remain closed until power is restored.

08/21/2026

🚧Starting on August 25, 2026, ATCO Gas will be working on the gas line along 104 Avenue near 103 Street. This work is expected to last about four weeks and will include excavation along 104 Avenue.

This project is being managed by ATCO Gas. Have questions about the project? Contact ATCO directly at 780-624-4490.

08/20/2026

We've been notified that someone has been impersonating our Facebook account and is responding to comments on our page and on other pages in a way that does not reflect our values.

We are taking steps to resolve this and apologize for the inappropriate comments. Please email [email protected] to flag any concerning comments.

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08/19/2026

Our Community Peace Officers have a new dispatch phone number!

📞780-617-4196

Our team of Community Peace Officers investigates and responds to bylaw concerns. These include animal control, noise complaints, public disturbances, traffic, loitering, encampments, parking and more.

For life-threatening emergencies or criminal offences, please continue to call 911.

08/18/2026

There is a temporary lane closure on 99 Street south of 109 Avenue for some geotechnical work. This work is expected to be complete later today.

Please use caution, as traffic is restricted to a single lane during this work. Thanks for your patience and for driving with care near crews!

08/14/2026

We're hiring!

The Town of Peace River has several open positions and we're looking for great candidates to join our team. Check out our careers page for details!
peaceriver.ca/careers

08/14/2026

Town Council met on Monday, August 10, here are some highlights you should know!

📃New appointments to the Peace Regional Subdivision and Development Appeal Board and to the Community Services Board
📃An update to the directive for political activities at Town facilities
📃Agreement to participate in a regional intermunicipal collaboration framework committee
📃Q2 highlights from administration including:
📈95% of 2026 property taxes collected and the 2025 audited financials are complete.
📷Peace Officers are now equipped with body-worn and in-car cameras.
👨‍👩‍👧The Family Resource Network grant was renewed for two years.
🏊The rebuilt hot tub at the Peace Regional Pool is open again.
🏗️54 building permits have been issued so far this year, which is about $10.6M in construction value.
💡Council drafted a new Strategic Plan and look forward to rolling it out to the public.

For more details, you can check out the recorded meeting on our YouTube channel.

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08/12/2026

The Outdoor Concert Series returns tonight with a performance by Ian Dickson.
🕖 7–8 p.m.
📍 Riverfront Park
🎟️ Free admission
Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on and enjoy an evening of music!
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08/10/2026

Less than one month until the Peace River FCSS Parade of Programs event!

Come see what organizations, sports, clubs, lessons and opportunities are available in Peace River. This event is FREE to the community and $20 for groups to reserve a table.

Parade of Programs! Thursday September 3rd, 2026 from 5:30-7:00pm at the Chateau Nova.

Come see what organizations, sports, clubs, lessons and opportunities are available in Peace River. This event is FREE to the community and $20 for groups to reserve a table.

See you there!

08/10/2026

Sidewalk and trail construction will take place from August 10 - August 31.

Sidewalks are being constructed along 89 Avenue between 96 Street and 98 Street.

A trail overlay is being applied to the trail along 94 Street from 88 Avenue to Highway 2.

For more information visit https://www.peaceriver.ca/news/sidewalk-and-trail-construction