Dawson Creek, British Columbia
Dawson Creek British Columbia average (StatCan 2021 Census)
Population12,323
Median household income$81,000
Median home value$300,000
Prochaines réunions
Mon Jul 27, 2026
Public Hearing
Public hearing on zoning amendment to allow wood/metal shop at 10101 17 Street
Dawson Creek City Council is holding a statutory public hearing to receive input on Zoning Amendment (26-01) Bylaw No. 4636, which would permit a site-specific school wood/metal shop within the existing building at 10101 17 Street. The property is zoned C-4 Service Commercial; no new construction or broader rezoning is proposed. Council previously gave first and second readings; this hearing allows residents to speak before third reading and adoption.
- Zoning Amendment (26-01) Bylaw No. 4636 to allow a school wood/metal shop at 10101 17 Street
- Public hearing scheduled for Monday, July 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM at City Hall, 10105 12A Street
- Written comments accepted by email or fax until 12:00 noon on Friday, July 24, 2026
- Proposal involves change of use within existing building; no expansion or new construction
- Application fee of $1,589.77 received for the zoning amendment
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PUBLIC HEARING OF CITY COUNCIL
CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2 1.1 Notice of Public Hearing
2. STATEMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING
3 2.1 Statement of Public Hearing
3. ZONING AMENDMENT (26-01) BYLAW NO. 4636, 2026
4 - 10 3.1 Update from Staff:
1. Zoning Amendment (26-01) Bylaw No. 4636, 2026
2. Previously Received Report No. 26-133 from the City Planner re: Zoning
Amendment (26-01) Bylaw No. 4636, 2026 (for information)
3.2 Written Comments Received from the Public
3.3 Call Three Times for Public Comments
4. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR
PROPOSED ZONING AMENDMENT (26-01)
BYLAW NO. 4636, 2026
TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held
at 10:00 a.m., at the Peace River Regional
District Boardroom, 1981 Alaska Avenue,
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4H8, on Monday, July 27,
2026, with respect to Zoning Amendment (26 -
01) Bylaw No. 4636, 2026.
Members make may public the of
representations respecting matters contained in
the proposed bylaw at that time or may submit
written comments by email to
[email protected] or by fax to 250-782-
3203 for inclusion on the Public Hearing agenda
by 12 pm (noon) Friday, July 24, 2026.
Members of the public are also invited to attend
the about the questions Hearing to Public ask
zoning Amendment or may view livestream on
the City of Dawson Creek Facebook page.
The purpose of t
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Dawson Creek Council to consider bylaws for municipal tickets and enforcement
City Council will discuss updates to the Municipal Ticket Information System and Bylaw Notice Enforcement. The meeting also includes reports on City Hall renovations, splash park construction, and the Dawson Trail east of 8th Street.
- Municipal Ticket Information System Amendment Bylaw No. 4628, 2026
- Bylaw Notice Enforcement Amendment Bylaw No. 4629, 2026
- Invitation to Tender 2026-37 for City Hall Renovations
- Request for Proposals 2026-26 for Splash Park design and construction
- Resolution of support for Northern Development Initiative Trust grant for Community Solar Initiative
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PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT BOARDROOM, 1981 ALASKA AVENUE,
DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
5 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
6 - 38 3.2 Strategic Priority Action Plan Staff Update
4. LATE ITEMS
5. NEW/COUNCILLOR BUSINESS
6. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council (July 13, 2026) for Adoption
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7. BUSINESS ARISING
8. CORRESPONDENCE
39 8.1 Letter from Danielle Veach, Mayor, Village of Pouce Coupe (June 30, 2026) re:
Emergency Support Services - Mutual Aid Agreement
40 8.2 Letter from Tim McGonigle, Mayor, Town of Lake Cowichan (July 7, 2026) re:
Request for Support - Elect Respect Campaign
41 - 46 8.3 Letter from Murray Pratt, President, Dawson Creek Exhibition Association (July
13, 2025) re: Request for Letter of Authorization for Liquor Licences for the
2026 Exhibit
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Mon Nov 2, 2026
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Council to consider zoning and OCP amendments for development
Council will consider several bylaw amendments including zoning and Official Community Plan changes, as well as reports on permissive tax exemptions and road works. A proclamation for National Drowning Prevention Week will be declared. Correspondence from residents about unsafe road conditions on 100 Avenue will be received.
- Consideration of Zoning Amendment (26-01) Bylaw No. 4636 for first and second reading
- Consideration of OCP Amendment (26-01) Bylaw No. 4639 and Zoning Amendment (26-02) Bylaw No. 4638
- Report No. 26-137 on selecting participants for the 2027 Permissive Tax Exemption
- Invitation to Tender 2026-20 Capital Roads Works for Sudeten Hall Back Area Road Rehabilitation
- Correspondence from residents regarding unsafe road conditions, drainage, and property damage on 100 Avenue
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REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
5 2.1 Melina Sweezey, Aquatics Manager, and Amanda Neufeld, Lifeguard, City of
Dawson Creek, on behalf of Lifesaving Society Canada, in attendance re:
Proclamation to Declare July 19-25, 2026 as National Drowning Prevention
Week in Dawson Creek
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
6 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
7 - 39 3.2 Strategic Priority Action Plan Staff Update
1. January 12, 2026
2. May 11, 2026
4. LATE ITEMS
5. NEW/COUNCILLOR BUSINESS
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6. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
6.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council (June 29, 2026) for Adoption
7. BUSINESS ARISING
8. CORRESPONDENCE
40 - 41 8.1 Letter from Frances Mcdiamrid, Resident of Dawson Creek (June 26, 2026) re:
Unsafe Road Conditions on 100 Avenue
42 - 58 8.2 Letter from Haley Reigert, Resident of Dawson Creek (J
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Annual Meeting
Le Conseil examinera l'adoption d'un règlement de vente de terrain pour le 1001 105 Avenue (Bâtiment administratif du PRRD)
Cette réunion régulière annuelle comprend des délégations du District scolaire 59 demandant le soutien de la ville pour une piste d'athlétisme au South Peace Campus et de la GRC présentant le rapport sur les ressources de la détachement de mai 2026. Le Conseil examinera l'adoption de plusieurs règlements, notamment une vente de terrain pour le bâtiment administratif du PRRD et un règlement sur les élections et le vote d'assentement, ainsi que les trois premières lectures des amendements relatifs aux avis publics et aux procédures du conseil. Des rapports sur l'état de l'information financière 2025, le rapport annuel 2025 et le financement de l'action climatique seront également discutés.
- La délégation du District scolaire 59 demande le soutien de la ville pour une piste d'athlétisme de 400 m au South Peace Campus, avec un financement potentiel par subvention de la NDIT
- Le rapport sur les ressources de la détachement de la GRC pour mai 2026 montre une augmentation de 4,3 % des appels de service et des postes vacants
- Examen de l'adoption du règlement n° 4630 sur la vente de terrain (1001 105 Avenue - Bâtiment administratif du PRRD)
- Examen de l'adoption du règlement n° 4633 sur les élections et le vote d'assentement
- Examen des trois premières lectures du règlement d'amendement sur les avis publics n° 4634 et du règlement d'amendement sur les procédures du conseil n° 4635
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
5 - 8 2.1 Eric Wolf, Athletic Director, and Carsten Erbe, Quality Service Analyst, School
District 59, in attendance re: Request for City Support for Proposed Running
Track at South Peace Campus
9 - 12 2.2 Staff Sergeant Hughes, Dawson Creek RCMP, in attendance re: Detachment
Resource Report for May 2026 (11:00 am)
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
13 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
14 - 46 3.2 Strategic Priority Action Plan Staff Update
1. January 12, 2026
2. May 11, 2026
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4. LATE ITEMS
5. NEW/COUNCILLOR BUSINESS
6. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
47 - 62 6.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council (June 15, 2026) for Adoption
7. BUSINESS ARISING
8. CORRESPONDENCE
63 - 65 8.1 Email from Janet Murphy, Advertising Representative, Royal Canadian Legion
Campaign Office (
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Le Conseil examinera l'adoption du règlement de zonage n° 4625, 2026
Le Conseil entendra des délégations de l'Ovintiv Events Centre, de la Chambre de commerce (demande de subvention) et de la South Peace Mile 0 Park Society. Les rapports du personnel comprennent un accord d'exploitation de BC Transit, l'espace inachevé du South Peace Community Multiplex, les taux de rémunération des agents électoraux, une mise à jour du projet de système d'approvisionnement en eau et un appel d'offres pour des travaux routiers de capital. Les règlements soumis à l'examen comprennent l'adoption du règlement de zonage n° 4625, les trois premières lectures d'un règlement de vente de terrain (1001 105 Avenue) et un règlement sur les élections et l'assentiment.
- Délégation de la Chambre de commerce demandant une subvention pour compenser les impôts fonciers
- Rapport sur l'accord d'exploitation de BC Transit 2026/2027 (reporté du 25 mai)
- Règlement de zonage n° 4625, 2026 pour adoption
- Règlement de vente de terrain (1001 105 Avenue - Bâtiment administratif du PRRD) pour les trois premières lectures
- Appel d'offres 2026-23 Travaux routiers de capital sur la 94 Avenue, de la 8 Street à la 11 Street
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REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
6 - 48 2.1 Judy Kucharuk, Director of Marketing & Partnerships, Ovintiv Events Centre, in
attendance re: Presentation of the 2025 Annual Report
49 - 59 2.2 Daneka Hussey-Hughes, Executive Director, and Monica Rogers, President,
Dawson Creek & District Chamber of Commerce, in attendance re: Request for
Grant to Offset Property Taxes
60 - 64 2.3 Alex Reschny, President and Joe Hauber, Vice President, South Peace Mile 0
Park Society in attendance re: Update on Playground, Finances, and Safety
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
65 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
66 - 98 3.2 Strategic Priority Action Plan Staff Update
1. January 12, 2026
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4. LATE ITEMS
99 - 106 4.1
Late Item from Dawson Creek & District Chamber of Commerce
5. NEW/COUNCILLOR BUSINESS
6. ADOPTION
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Mon May 25, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
La GRC signale une augmentation des cambriolages, des vols et des agressions depuis le début de l'année
Le Conseil recevra le rapport sur les ressources du détachement de la GRC pour avril 2026, montrant des augmentations depuis le début de l'année des cambriolages résidentiels (108 % par rapport à 2025), des vols dans les véhicules (81 %) et de toutes les infractions pour agression (38 %). Le Conseil examinera également l'adoption du règlement n° 4623 de 2026 sur les frais de développement, une demande de lettre d'appui pour le triathlon Dawson Creek 2026, ainsi que des rapports sur les frais de terrain, l'équipement de l'aéroport, le remplacement du système SCADA du traitement de l'eau, l'accord d'exploitation de BC Transit et les travaux routiers majeurs dans le lotissement Canalta.
- La GRC signale une augmentation de 108 % des cambriolages résidentiels et de 8도 81 % des vols dans les véhicules depuis le début de l'année en avril 2026
- Demande de lettre d'appui, de fermetures de routes et de barricades municipales pour le triathlon Dawson Creek 2026 le 12 juillet
- Rapport n° 26-093 : Réduction des frais de terrain pour la South Peace Soccer Association
- Rapport n° 26-094 : Examen de l'adoption du règlement n° 4623 de 2026 sur les frais de développement
- Rapport n° 26-099 : Appel d'offres 2026-24 Travaux routiers majeurs – Lotissement Canalta Phase 1
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REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, MAY 25, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
5 2.1 Tanya Ezeard, Program Coordinator, Dawson Creek Society for Community
Living, and Sherman Hansen, Individual Supported by Dawson Creek Society
for Community Living, in attendance re: Proclamation to Declare May 31 - June
6, 2026, as National AccessAbility Week in Dawson Creek.
2.2 Jeff Taylor, General Manager, and Marcel Capelle, Coach, Dawson Creek Senior
Canucks in attendance re: Men’s Provincial Hockey Championship Update and
Presentation of the Coy Cup
6 2.3 Jamie Maxwell, Dawson Creek Triathlon Association in attendance re: Request
for Letter of Endorsement for 2026 Dawson Creek Triathlon, July 12, 2026
7 - 10 2.4 Staff Sergeant Hughes, Dawson Creek RCMP, in attendance re: Detachment
Resource Report for April 2026 (11:00 am)
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
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MONDAY, MAY 25, 2026
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Le Conseil examinera l'adoption du règlement sur les taux d'imposition de 2026
Le Conseil examinera l'adoption du Règlement sur les taux d'imposition de 2026 et procédera à la troisième lecture d'un nouveau Règlement de zonage. Des délégations présenteront des proclamations pour le Mois des soins palliatifs et de fin de vie et le Mois de la garde d'enfants. Le Conseil examinera également les états financiers vérifiés de 2025, discutera d'une demande de commandite pour l'Extreme Mudfest et recevra des mises à jour sur l'installation de cricket et les priorités stratégiques.
- Règlement sur les taux d'imposition n° 4631, 2026 pour adoption
- Règlement de zonage n° 4625, 2026 pour troisième lecture
- Examen des états financiers vérifiés de 2025 (Rapport n° 26-065)
- Demande de commandite – Extreme Mudfest, 3 au 5 juillet 2026
- Mise à jour sur l'installation de cricket de Dawson Creek (Rapport n° 26-085)
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
6 2.1 Fred Feddema and Lori Knutson, South Peace Hospice Palliative Care Society in
attendance re: Proclamation to Declare May 2026 as Hospice Palliative Care
Month in Dawson Creek
7 2.2 Charmaine Myers, Hope Stuckless, Mary Manuel, Kristy Babaran, Michele
Mobley, Kiana Fellers, Dianne Bassendowski, Pam Morris, Building Learning
Together Society and Dawson Creek Child Care Task Force in attendance re:
Proclamation to Declare May 2026 as Child Care Month and May 8, 2026 as
Child Care Provider Appreciation Day in Dawson Creek
2.3 Leosette Canoy Hansen, Adrian Bartolome, and Wennali Eden May Canoy,
Residents of Dawson Creek in attendance re: Recipients of Decorations for
Bravery
8 - 9 2.4 Matthew Power, Dawson Creek Secondary School Interact Club in attendance
re: Jail and Bail Fundraiser Summons, May 23, 2026
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Council to consider first three readings of 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 4631
The Dawson Creek City Council will review and vote on the first three readings of Tax Rates Bylaw No. 4631 for 2026. It will also adopt the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting, receive a request for proposals for design‑assist and construction services for the 2026‑26 Splash Park, and consider a temporary use permit for a tow yard at 420 116 Avenue. Additional items include funding requests for the Peace Arts Festival and liquor service permission letters for the Curling Club and Art Gallery.
- Tax Rates Bylaw No. 4631, 2026 – first three readings (Bylaw item 10.1)
- Request for Proposals 2026‑26 Splash Park – design assist & construction services (Report 9.2)
- Temporary Use Permit (TUP 26‑02) for 420 116 Avenue – Tow Yard (Report 9.3)
- Funding request for Peace Arts Festival 2026 (Delegation 2.6)
- Liquor Service Letter of Permission for Dawson Creek Curling Club and Art Gallery (Consent Calendar items 1‑2)
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
6 2.1 Sherri Mytopher, Ambassador, MS Canada, in attendance re: Proclamation to
Declare May 2026 as MS Awareness Month in Dawson Creek
7 - 9 2.2 Rachel Veiner & Hayden Fontaine in attendance re: Proclamation to Declare
May 2-9, 2026 as National OI Awareness Week and May 6, 2026 as Wishbone
Day in Dawson Creek
10 2.3 Jamie Gillingham, Health & Safety Officer, Jocelyn Redford, CUPE Local 2403
Representative, and Brad St. Germain, IAFF Local 2136 President, City of
Dawson Creek, in attendance re: Proclamation to Declare April 28, 2026, as the
Annual Day of Mourning in Dawson Creek
11 - 16 2.4 Glenda Farnden, Senior Municipal Relations Liaison, STARS Air Ambulance, in
attendance re: STARS Annual Update
17 - 24 2.5 David Sheach, Non-Profit Portfolio Manager, Terry Waterhouse, Regional
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Regular Council
Council to consider 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw
City Council will review the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw and discuss various infrastructure tenders and funding requests. The meeting includes delegations regarding sports facility rates, swim passes, and transit services.
- Adoption of 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 4627
- Tender 2026-19 for Arenas Parking Lot Reconstruction
- Tender 2026-08 for BC Hydro Lift Station & Sanitary Force Main Replacement
- Revitalization Tax Exemption Agreement for 201 Highway 2
- Request for permit fee waiver from Dawson Creek Society for Community Living
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
5 2.1 Shaun Henry, President, Dawson Creek Judo Association, in attendance re:
Request for Swim Passes for Youth Tournament
6 - 16 2.2 Kim Buchan, Chair, Host Organizing Committee, and Ryan MacIvor, General
Manager of Community Services, City of Dawson Creek, in attendance re: 2025
Para Cup Event Summary
2.3 Jan Atkinson, President, South Peace Soccer Association, Amy Kaempf, in
attendance re: Request for Reduced Soccer Rates for 2026 Season
17 - 21 2.4 Holly Robar, Lance Isaak, Sierra Jones, Dawson Creek & District Stables &
Arena Association in attendance re: Request for Support to Continue Lease of
Lakota Agriplex
22 - 29 2.5 Iris Brown, Government Relations Manager and Kevin Sturgeon, Service
Planning Manager, BC Transit in attendance via Teams re: Transit Services
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Mon Mar 30, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Council considers 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw
City Council will review the 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw and discuss various community reports. The meeting includes delegations requesting funding and support for local initiatives and proclamations for awareness days.
- First three readings of 2026-2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 4627
- Funding request of approximately $1,880 from Society for Community Empowerment and Advocacy
- Mel's U-Drive Airport Terminal Building Vehicle Rental Concession Lease Agreement
- Sports Floor Extension report
- Flag Policy Amendment
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
6 - 9 2.1 Mercia Whitman, Parent Volunteer, Apraxia Kids, in attendance re:
Proclamation to Declare May 14, 2026, as Apraxia Awareness Day in Dawson
Creek
10 2.2 Chelsey Yaremichuk, Community & Events Liaison, City of Dawson Creek, in
attendance re: Proclamation to Declare May 7-16, 2026, as Spring Sweep in
Dawson Creek
11 - 20 2.3 Sopuruchi Christian, Executive Director, Society for Community Empowerment
and Advocacy, in attendance re: Request for Funding for the Building
Belonging in Dawson Creek Project
21 - 26 2.4 Grainger Thompson, Co-Founder and Co-Director, Wild Wolves of Canada
Motorcycle Charity in attendance via Teams re: Request for a Letter of Support
for the Beaufort Delta Food Security Initiative
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MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
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3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
27 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
28 -
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Mon Mar 30, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Public Hearing
Public hearing on proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026
The Dawson Creek City Council is holding a public hearing to receive resident comments on the proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026. The bylaw updates the city’s zoning to meet recent provincial housing legislation that requires a minimum of four residential units in residential zones and to demonstrate capacity for the next 20‑year housing need. Staff will present an overview of the bylaw and its administrative changes before the chair invites public remarks.
- Proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026 to update zoning for provincial housing requirements
- Staff update shows current zoning permits 2,474 dwelling units, exceeding the projected need of 1,544 units
- Residents may submit written comments by email ([email protected]) or fax (250‑782‑3203) by 12 pm Friday, March 27, 2026
- The bylaw can be inspected at City Hall, 10105 12A Street, March 20‑30, 2026, 8:30 am‑4:00 pm
- Survey results: 53.8% support larger sheds on residential lots; 49.4% support metal storage containers
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2 1.1 Notice of Public Hearing
1. Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026
2. STATEMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING
3 2.1 Statement of Public Hearing
3. ZONING BYLAW NO. 4625, 2026
4 - 9 3.1 Update from Staff:
1. Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026
2. Previously Received Report No.26-023 from the City Planner re: Zoning
Bylaw No. 4625, 2026 (for information)
3.2 Written Comments Received from the Public
3.3 Call Three Times for Public Comments
4. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR
PROPOSED ZONING BYLAW NO. 4625,
2026
TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held at 9:00 a.m., in Council Chambers, City Hall, 10105 -
12A Street, Dawson Creek, on Monday, March 30, 2026, with respect to the proposed Zoning Bylaw
No. 4625, 2026.
Members of the public may make representations respecting matters contained in the proposed
bylaw at that time or may submit written comments by email to
[email protected] or by fax to
250-782-3203 for inclusion on the Public Hearing agenda by 12 pm (noon) on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Members of the public are also invited to attend the Public Hearing to ask questions about the Zoning
Bylaw or can view the Meeting live stream on the City of Dawson Creek Facebook page.
The purpose of Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026, is to update the City’s Zoning Bylaw to
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Mon Mar 30, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Committee to review Water Supply System Project update
The Committee of the Whole will receive a Q1 2026 progress report on the Water Supply System Project. The project aims to establish a long-term drinking water solution and a temporary Emergency Overland Water Transfer system.
- Report No. 26-041: Water Supply System Project Update - Q1 2026
- Adoption of February 23, 2026 meeting minutes
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. DELEGATIONS
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
2 - 5 3.1 Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting (February 23, 2026) for
Adoption
4. BUSINESS ARISING
5. REPORTS
6 - 9 5.1 Report No. 26-041 from the General Manager of Major Infrastructure &
Development re: Water Supply System Project Update - Q1 2026
6. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
City Hall, 10105 – 12A Street, Dawson Creek, BC on
Monday, February 23, 2026
COUNCIL PRESENT
Mayor Darcy Dober
Councillor Gregg Apolonio
Councillor Jerimy Earl
Councillor Amy Kaempf
Councillor Charlie Parslow
Councillor Mike Sudnik
COUNCIL ABSENT
Councillor Kyle MacDonald
STAFF PRESENT
Kevin Henderson, Chief Administrative Officer
Melissa Panoulias, Chief Financial Officer
Devon Aaroe, General Manager of Major Infrastructure & Development
Tab Young, Corporate Officer
Janice Anderson, Deputy Corporate Officer
Melissa Love, Director of Communications & Digital Services
Ashton De Vuyst, Recording Secretary
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Call to Order
1.1
Mayor Dober called the Meeting to order at 11:37 am.
2. DELEGATIONS
None.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Minutes - Feb 9/26
3.1
EARL/KAEMPF,
That the Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting (February 9, 2026) be
adopted.
CARRIED
4. BUSINESS ARIS
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Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Council to consider adoption of Official Community Plan and zoning bylaws
The Dawson Creek City Council will review and vote on the third reading of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620 (2025) and the first and second readings of Zoning Bylaw No. 4625 (2026). Additional agenda items include a draft 2026 budget report, invitations to tender for a medical clinic exterior renovation and curling rink upgrades, and a request for a $150,000 grant for the Dawson Creek Sportsmen's Club in the 2027 budget. The meeting also features reports on recycling audit agreements, policy amendments, and various correspondence from regional partners.
- Adopt Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620, 2025 – third reading
- Consider Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026 – first and second readings
- Report No. 26-029: CFO presentation of 2026 draft budget
- Invitation to Tender 2026-06: Medical Clinic exterior renovation
- Request $150,000 grant for Dawson Creek Sportsmen's Club (2027 budget)
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
2.1 Paul Adams, Executive Director, BC Rural Health Network, in attendance via
Teams re: BC Rural Health Network Update
5 - 14 2.2 Kurt Peats, President, Greg Burgess and Ken Guay, Directors, Dawson Creek
Sportsman's Club, in attendance re: Request $150,000 Grant in 2027 City
Budget
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
15 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
16 - 31 3.2 Strategic Priority Action Plan Staff Update
1. January 12, 2026
4. LATE ITEMS
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5. NEW/COUNCILLOR BUSINESS
6. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
32 - 33 6.1 Minutes of the Public Hearing (February 23, 2026) for Adoption
34 - 46 6.2 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council (February 23, 2026) for Adoption
7. BUSINESS ARISING
8. CORRESPONDENCE
47 - 50 8.1 2026 Union of BC Municipalities Annual Membership Dues Invoice
51 8
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Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Council to consider adopting Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No 4622
The Dawson Creek City Council will review and decide on several items, including the adoption of Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No 4622, 2026. It will also consider rescinding Development Cost Charge Bylaw No 4623, 2026, and adopt minutes from the February 9, 2026 meetings. Additional agenda items include a report on the 2026 Strategic Priorities Chart, a temporary use permit for a fitness centre at 1636 99 Avenue, and various correspondence and reports.
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No 4622, 2026 – consideration for adoption
- Development Cost Charge Bylaw No 4623, 2026 – rescind third reading
- Temporary Use Permit (TUP 26‑01) for 1636 99 Avenue – Fitness Centre
- Adoption of minutes from the Public Consultation (Budget) and Regular Meeting of Council (Feb 9, 2026)
- 2026 Strategic Priorities Chart and Action Plan staff update
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
5 2.1 Ruth Veiner, Laurette Norman, Marilyn Alexander, and Mary Beaulne, Landry
Women’s Institute, in attendance re: Proclamation to Declare February 22-28,
2026, as Landry Women’s Institute Week in Dawson Creek
6 - 12 2.2 Emma Hamill, Regional Manager of Sheltering – Cariboo/North, BC SPCA, in
attendance via Teams re: BC SPCA Services in Dawson Creek
13 - 18 2.3 Staff Sergeant Hughes, Dawson Creek RCMP, in attendance re: Detachment
Resource Report for December 2025 & January 2026 (11:00 am)
2.4 Daniel Desjarlais, Events Coordinator, West Moberly First Nations, and Miah
O'Neil-Simpson, Jordan's Principle Service Coordinator, Treaty 8 Tribal
Association, in attendance re: Request for Sponsorship - 2026 Cultural
Gathering of Nations (12:30 pm)
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
Committee of the Whole
City Planner to present Zoning Bylaw No. 4625 update
The Committee of the Whole will review a wrap-up report on Phase 1 of the 'Start Something' marketing campaign and an update regarding Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026.
- Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026 Update
- Start Something Campaign - Phase 1 Wrap-Up report
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. DELEGATIONS
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
2 - 7 3.1 Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting (February 9, 2026) for
Adoption
4. BUSINESS ARISING
5. REPORTS
8 - 27 5.1 Report No. 26-025 from the Director of Communications & Digital Services re:
Start Something Campaign - Phase 1 Wrap-Up
28 - 40 5.2 Report No. 26-028 from the City Planner re: Zoning Bylaw No. 4625, 2026
Update
6. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
City Hall, 10105 – 12A Street, Dawson Creek, BC on
Monday, February 9, 2026
COUNCIL PRESENT
Mayor Darcy Dober
Councillor Gregg Apolonio
Councillor Jerimy Earl
Councillor Amy Kaempf
Councillor Kyle MacDonald
Councillor Charlie Parslow
Councillor Mike Sudnik
STAFF PRESENT
Kevin Henderson, Chief Administrative Officer
Melissa Panoulias, Chief Financial Officer
Ryan MacIvor, General Manager of Community Services
Devon Aaroe, General Manager of Major Infrastructure & Development
Tab Young, Corporate Officer
Melissa Love, Director of Communications & Digital Services
Ashton De Vuyst, Recording Secretary
Natalie McClarty, Administrative Assistant
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Call to Order
1.1
Mayor Dober called the Meeting to order at 3:03 pm. Councillor Kaempf was not in
attendance.
2. DELEGATIONS
None.
3. ADOPTION O
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Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Public Hearing
Public hearing for Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620, 2025
City Council is holding a public hearing to gather resident feedback on the proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620, 2025. The body is considering the bylaw for second reading to guide future land use and development management.
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620, 2025
- Report No. 26-017 from the City Planner
- Proposed 20-year housing capacity requirements under Bill 44
- Creation of a new Development Permit Area for major community corridors
- Proposed Urban Forestry Plan and Climate Action Plan
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2 1.1 Notice of Public Hearing
1. Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620, 2025
2. STATEMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING
3 2.1 Statement of Public Hearing
3. OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW NO. 4620, 2025
4 - 205 3.1 Update from Staff:
1. Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620, 2025
2. Report No. 26-017 from the City Planner re: Official Community Plan
Bylaw No. 4620, 2025 for Consideration of Second Reading
3.2 Written Comments Received from the Public
3.3 Call Three Times for Public Comments
4. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR
PROPOSED OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN
BYLAW NO. 4620, 2025
TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held at 9:00 a.m., in Council Chambers, City Hall, 10105 -
12A Street, Dawson Creek, on Monday, February 23, 2026, with respect to Official Community Plan
Bylaw No. 4620, 2025.
The purpose of the Official Community Plan (OCP) is to act as a statement of objectives and policies to
guide decisions on planning and land use management within the City of Dawson Creek, respecting
the purposes of local government.
Members of the public may make representations respecting matters contained in the proposed
bylaw at that time or may submit written comments by email to
[email protected] for inclusion
on the Public Hearing agenda by 12 pm (
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Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Public Consultation
City to discuss 2026 budget and property tax rates
Dawson Creek City Council will hold a public consultation session to discuss the 2026 Draft Budget, including proposed property tax increases and capital projects. The meeting will also include a presentation on the budget and an opportunity for public comments.
- 2026 Draft Budget presentation
- Property tax rate increases proposed
- Public consultation session
- Capital projects list
- Report No. 26-012 - 2026 Draft 2 Budget
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026 AT 12:00 PM
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Page
1. OPEN PUBLIC CONSULTATION SESSION
2. PRESENTATION OF 2026 DRAFT BUDGET
2 - 26 2.1 2026 Budget Presentation for Public Consultation
1. 2026 Budget Presentation
2. Report No. 26-012 - 2026 DRAFT 2 Budget
3. CORRESPONDENCE AND DELEGATIONS
4. CALL THREE TIMES FOR COMMENTS
5. CLOSE PUBLIC CONSULTATION SESSION
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Public ConsultationFebruary 9, 20262026Budget
Agenda
0102050403Council’s RoleBudget TimelineProperty Tax CalculationBuilding the Annual Budget: Operating & Capital
Strategic Priorities
ITEM 2.1
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Council’s Role
Council’s Commitments•Be transparent in their decision making•Create an environment for respectful and honest communication•Honour and respect the distinct roles of governance and administration•Take ownership and accountability for their decisions and actionsCouncil is the steward of the public’s assets and resources.It is their role to balance their existing responsibilities and obligations with the pursuit of a long-term vision for the community.
Council’s Role: Government Services
ITEM 2.1
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Council’s RoleCity Council’s strategic priorities guide the City’s budget decisions each year.City staff develop and present budget items based on Council’s established priorities and the Strategic Action Plan, ensuring proposed projects, services
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Council to review new gateway entrance signage concepts for five locations
The Committee of the Whole will consider two design concepts for new gateway signage at five highway sites and discuss illumination options, electrical costs, and implementation steps. Staff note that 2026 Capital funds have been identified for the signage project. The meeting will also review the Kin Arena sports floor trial history and explore future options for the facility.
- Review of two design concepts for new gateway signage at Hwy 2 (near airport), Highway 49, Highway 97 S, Highway 97 N, and Hwy 2/Dangerous Goods Route
- Consideration of illuminated signage options and associated electricity and power access issues
- Identification of 2026 Capital budget funds for the gateway entrance signage project
- Discussion of the Kin Arena sports floor trial, its background, and potential future actions
- Adoption of minutes from the October 14, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. DELEGATIONS
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
2 - 4 3.1 Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting (October 14, 2025) for
Adoption
4. BUSINESS ARISING
5. REPORTS
5 - 17 5.1 Report No. 26-010 from the General Manager of Community Services re:
Gateway Signage
18 - 47 5.2 Report No. 26-007 from the Community Culture & Recreation Manager re: Kin
Arena Sports Floor Extension
6. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
City Hall, 10105 – 12A Street, Dawson Creek, BC on
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
COUNCIL PRESENT
Mayor Darcy Dober
Councillor Jerimy Earl
Councillor Amy Kaempf
Councillor Kyle MacDonald
Councillor Charlie Parslow
Councillor Mike Sudnik
COUNCIL ABSENT
Councillor Gregg Apolonio
STAFF PRESENT
Kevin Henderson, Chief Administrative Officer
Melissa Panoulias, Chief Financial Officer
Ryan MacIvor, General Manager of Community Services
Devon Aaroe, General Manager of Development Services
Janice Anderson, Deputy Corporate Officer
Melissa Love, Communications & Engagement Manager
Bill Darnbrough, Development Services Manager
David Doell, City Planner
Natalie McClarty, Administrative Assistant
Ashton De Vuyst, Recording Secretary
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Call to Order
1.1
Mayor Dober called the Meeting to order at 12:34 pm. Councillor MacD
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Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Council to consider first three readings of new fees and charges amendment bylaw
The Dawson Creek City Council will review and vote on three bylaws: a Fees and Charges Amendment (Bylaw No. 4622), a Development Cost Charge (Bylaw No. 4623), and the Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 4620). The meeting also includes a presentation on the BC Transit system overview and service design, and a financial update from the Dawson Creek Curling Club showing FY2025 revenue of $546,719 and expenses of $564,542. Strategic priorities and other reports will be discussed before adoption of minutes.
- Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 4622 – consideration of first three readings
- Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 4623 – consideration of first three readings
- Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4620 – consideration of second reading
- BC Transit system overview and service design presentation
- Dawson Creek Curling Club FY2025 financial update (revenue $546,719; expense $564,542; deficit $17,823)
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
5 2.1 Margaret Keith, President, Peace Country Roots Group, in attendance re:
Proclamation to Declare February 16-22, 2026 as Heritage Week in Dawson
Creek
6 - 8 2.2 Krista Smith, General Manager, Lacey Jones, Treasurer, Dawson Creek Curling
Club, in attendance re: 2025 Financial Update and Highlights
9 - 21 2.3 Chris Fudge, Director of Government Relations, and Kevin Sturgeon, Service
Planning Manager, BC Transit, in attendance re: Dawson Creek Transit System
- Overview and Service Design
22 - 76 2.4 Ulrike Meyer, MD, Margaret McGregor, MD, and Elyse Caron-Beaudoin, PhD,
Northeast Environmental Health Research Team, in attendance re: Results of
the 'Exposure in the Peace River Valley' Study (11:00 am)
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026
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77 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
78 - 93 3
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Mon Jan 26, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Council will consider the 2026 Draft 2 Budget
The Dawson Creek City Council meeting will review and decide on the 2026 Draft 2 Budget and related financial measures. Council will also consider a revenue‑anticipation borrowing bylaw, a liquor‑licence capacity increase for Whiskey Pickle Pub, and updates on development cost charges. Several letters of support for a grant application for a Situation Table will be received.
- Report No. 26-012: 2026 Draft 2 Budget for council consideration
- Report No. 26-013: Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 4619, 2025 for adoption
- Report No. 26-001: Whiskey Pickle Pub liquor licence application for increased person capacity
- Report No. 26-005: Development Cost Charges and Determining Municipal Assist Factors
- Letters of support from Laurie Wilson, Sheena Haaf, and Rotary Clubs for the Situation Table grant application
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CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
Page
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
2.1 Amanda Phillippe, Dylan Furber, Neveah, and Bradley, in attendance re:
Presentation to New Year's Baby
6 2.2 Michele Mobley, Executive Director, Dawson Creek Literacy Society, in
attendance re: Proclamation to Declare January 25-February 1, 2026, as Family
Literacy Week in Dawson Creek
7 - 13 2.3 Emma Hamill, Acting Regional Manager – Sheltering, Caribou/North and
Ashley Fontaine-Ost, Regional Manager, Sheltering -
Thompson/Okanagan/Kootenay, BC SPCA, in attendance via Teams re: Dawson
Creek BC SPCA Service Update
14 - 20 2.4 Doig River First Nation and Arbutus Consulting, in attendance re: Joint Land
Use Plan (1:00 pm)
3. 2026 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES CHART
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MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026
Page
21 3.1 2026 Strategic Priorities
22 - 57 3.2 Strategic Priority Action Plan Staff Update
1. January 12, 2026
4. LATE
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Mon Jan 12, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Regular Council
Mayor proclaims January 2026 as Crime Stoppers Month
The Dawson Creek City Council meeting will adopt the December 15, 2025 minutes, receive a report on 2026 capital projects, and review the 2026 Strategic Priorities Action Plan. Delegations will discuss funding requests for the Coy Cup hockey tournament, the South Peace Art Society, and the Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre. A proclamation designating January 2026 as Crime Stoppers Month will be presented.
- Proclamation of January 2026 as Crime Stoppers Month
- Funding request for the Coy Cup Hockey Tournament (March 29‑April 4, 2026)
- Funding request for the South Peace Art Society
- Report No. 26‑004 from the Chief Financial Officer on 2026 Capital Projects
- Consent calendar item: Liquor Service Letter of Permission for Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre
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REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
CITY HALL, 10105 12A STREET, DAWSON CREEK
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026 AT 9:00 AM
AGENDA
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
1.1 The City of Dawson Creek acknowledges that we are privileged to live and
work on Treaty 8 territory and the traditional home of the Cree, Dane-Zaa,
Saulteau, Sikanni and Slavey First Nations. We value the Métis Peoples that
live and gather here. We commit to upholding the respectful relationships
these Nations have built with the land and we acknowledge our responsibility
to carry that forward today and into the future.
2. DELEGATIONS
6 2.1 Kyle MacDonald, President, and John Vetter, Director, Northern BC Crime
Stoppers, in attendance re: Proclamation to Declare January 2026 as Crime
Stoppers Month in Dawson Creek
2.2 Jeff Taylor, General Manager; Dan Przybylski, Secretary Treasurer; and Travis
Jones, Coy Cup Director, Dawson Creek Senior Hockey Association, in
attendance re: Request for Funding for Coy Cup Hockey Tournament, March
29-April 4, 2026
7 - 21 2.3 Taylor Mills, Executive Director, and Kit Fast, President, South Peace Art
Society, in attendance re: Request for Additional Funding
22 - 33 2.4 Serena Embree, Executive Director; Jibin Boban, Chair; Caitlyn Triebel, Adam
Da Ros, and Kevin Kurjata, Board Members, Kiwanis Performing Arts Society, in
attendance re: Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre Strategic Plan
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026
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