Peace River, AB

Governance and Priorities

Regular Council

Regular Council

Governance and Priorities

Regular Council

Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee

Regular Council

Governance and Priorities

Regular Council

Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee

Regular Council

Peace River Town Council meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:00 pm to consider borrowing bylaws for 2027, annual ATCO gas and electric franchise fee reviews, and several policy and staffing items. The agenda includes first, second and third readings for Bylaw No. 2189 (MasterCard Borrowing) and Bylaw No. 2190 (Line of Credit Borrowing), plus motions to retain the ATCO Gas franchise fee at 32% and the ATCO Electric franchise fee at 12.5% for 2027. Council will also hear a delegation from the Peace Library System and may move into a closed session on the Mackenzie Municipal Services Agency level of service. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Bylaw No. 2189, MasterCard Borrowing Bylaw for 2027 — proposed first, second and third readings
• Bylaw No. 2190, Line of Credit Borrowing Bylaw for 2027 — proposed first, second and third readings
• ATCO Gas franchise fee annual review — proposed motion to retain the prevailing 32% rate for 2027
• ATCO Electric franchise fee annual review — proposed motion to retain the prevailing 12.5% rate for 2027
• Closed session on Mackenzie Municipal Services Agency Level of Service Discussion under ATIA s. 29 (Advice from Officials)

Council Communications Package

This is a communications package for Peace River Town Council's September 25, 2026 meeting, not a decision agenda. It collects incoming newsletters and correspondence from groups including the Regional Economic Development Board, Alberta Municipalities, and the Rural Municipalities of Alberta. The only Town action shown is a September 14, 2026 motion confirming Peace River is open to talks on regional economic development board models.

• MOTION-26-09-256 (carried Sept 14, 2026): Council directed administration to reply to an August 26, 2026 letter confirming the Town is open to discussing regional economic development board models
• Mayor Shelly Shannon's Sept 18, 2026 letter went to Grimshaw, Berwyn, and the M.D. of Peace No. 135, copied to County of Northern Lights, Northern Sunrise County, Town of Manning, and Village of Nampa
• Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association one-day forum Oct 28, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at Peace Valley Inns, Peace River; $60 members, $75 non-members
• Rural Municipalities of Alberta submitted input on Bill 28 changes to the aggregate pit registration process (dated Sept 18, 2026)
• Correspondence also received from Alberta Municipalities, Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Energy Alberta, Mighty Peace Tourism, and the Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce

Community Services Board

The Peace River Community Services Board will meet to discuss revitalizing the Town's Volunteer Awards program, which was paused in 2021, and to receive updates on Baytex Energy Centre facility improvements, including a field house wall and a proposed pro shop. The agenda also includes a Facility Code of Conduct item and routine reports from staff.

• Revitalization of Volunteer Awards program (paused in 2021) with hybrid format during National Volunteer Week
• Baytex Energy Centre facility updates: Field House Wall and proposed Pro Shop
• Facility Code of Conduct document to be added
• Reports from Director of Community Services, Manager of Recreation and Parks, and other staff

Council Communications Package

This is a communications package for the Peace River Council, containing incoming and outgoing correspondence, invitations, and subscriptions. The items are informational updates from Alberta Counsel, Alberta Municipalities, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, the Government of Alberta, the Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce, and the Rural Municipalities of Alberta. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the council is reviewing these communications.

• Federal government streamlines environmental reviews for energy projects, shifting oversight to the Canada Energy Regulator
• Alberta expands literacy and math screening to Grades 4 and 5, with $20 million in provincial funding
• Province invests over $148 million to create nearly 8,000 post-secondary spaces in high-demand fields
• Saddle Lake Cree Nation invokes Treaty 6 'medicine chest clause' to provide gender-affirming care on reserve
• Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce opens registration for Passport to Christmas

Regular Council

Peace River Town Council's regular meeting on September 14, 2026, includes several current business items: approving a $42,000 snow wing purchase funded by auction proceeds, joining the Peace River Area Monitoring Program, discussing a proposed regional economic development board, and reclassifying the Legislative Services Manager to Assistant CAO. The agenda also includes a delegation from the RCMP, routine adoption of minutes, and a closed session for advice from officials.

• Approve purchase of HLA 5203 Series 10'-16' Snow Wing with Carbide Gen 2 blade, funded by $42,000 from Silver Star Auction proceeds (Aug 15, 2026)
• Direct administration to join Peace River Area Monitoring Program (PRAMP) and designate a councillor representative
• Discuss proposed Regional Economic Development Board
• Approve reclassification of Legislative Services Manager to Assistant CAO
• RCMP Staff Sergeant Lacey Blair to present 2026-27 Q1 community report

Council Communications Package

This is a procedural communications package for Peace River council, containing incoming and outgoing correspondence, invitations, and subscriptions. It lists newsletters and updates from Alberta Counsel, Alberta Municipalities, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Art Hub, and the Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce. No decisions, votes, or action items are included in the agenda.

• Incoming correspondence from Alberta Counsel (Sept 4 and 10)
• Subscriptions to Alberta Municipalities newsletters (Sept 4 and 10)
• FCM Voice newsletter on data centre development, ARC Coalition, housing summit
• Art Hub newsletter (Sept 9)
• Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce newsletter (Sept 8)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission of Peace River, Alberta, will meet on September 10, 2026, to review two new development permit applications involving commercial restaurants with drive-throughs and retail spaces, as well as past meeting minutes and development reports.

• Development Permit Application #2026-28 for an A&W restaurant with a discretionary drive-through on Lot 1, Block 4, Plan 9323655 (Tax Roll #509301)
• Development Permit Application #2026-30 for a restaurant, retail, convenience store, and gas station on Lot 19, Block 4, Plan 7152BA (Tax Roll #230300)
• Review of the minutes from the June 2, 2026, Municipal Planning Commission meeting
• Review of monthly Development Reports

Governance and Priorities

The Peace River Town Council's Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a review of the Grants to Organizations Policy, an update on the Wayfinding Project, results of a fleet auction, and proposed residential development incentive options. The committee will also consider a proposed amendment to the staffing structure to add an Assistant CAO position. The agenda includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes, as well as reports on protective services, development, capital projects, and council event attendance.

• Review of P-12-49-D, Grants to Organizations Policy
• Update on Wayfinding Project
• Results of auction of tangible capital assets (fleet auction)
• Discussion on Residential Development Incentive Options
• Proposed amendment to staffing structure: Assistant CAO position

Council Communications Package

This is a communications package for the Town of Peace River council, containing incoming and outgoing correspondence, invitations, and subscriptions. The main actionable item is a letter from the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services confirming a $352,952 Policing Support Grant for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The rest of the package consists of informational newsletters and updates from external organizations, with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

• Policing Support Grant of $352,952 for 2026-27 from Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services
• Letter from Minister Mike Ellis dated August 31, 2026
• Subscriptions: Alberta Counsel, Alberta Municipalities, Community Futures Peace Country, Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce, Rural Health Professions Action Plan

Special Council Meeting

The Peace River Town Council will hold a special meeting to address two items of current business. The council will discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer and the reallocation of funds for micro-surfacing road work.

• CAO Recruitment
• Reallocation of funds for Micro-Surfacing Road Work

Council Communications Package

Council Communications Package

The Peace River Town Council reviewed incoming correspondence, invitations, and informational subscriptions for August 2026. Items include a call to action from the National Police Federation regarding Alberta policing, details for the Alberta Rural Connectivity Forum, and updates from provincial associations and municipal newsletters.

• National Police Federation call to action urging a pause on the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service until a feasibility study is completed
• 2026 Alberta Rural Connectivity Forum scheduled for September 17–18, 2026, in Red Deer County
• Alberta provincial updates on emergency alert reviews and a $5 million maternal health funding investment through the Alberta Midwifery Strategy Grant
• Alberta Municipalities 2026 Convention and Trade Show pre-convention sessions and grant application deadlines

Council Communications Package

This is a communications package for Peace River Town Council's August 14, 2026 meeting, containing incoming and outgoing correspondence, invitations, and subscriptions. The main items are two outgoing letters: one to the Minister of Assisted Living and Social Services expressing support for Albertans affected by the AISH-to-ADAP transition, and one supporting the Rural Development Network's Gold Roof Award application. The rest is routine correspondence and event invitations.

• Letter to Minister of Assisted Living and Social Services re: support for AISH-ADAP concerns
• Letter of support for Rural Development Network's Gold Roof Award application
• Invitation to Peace Library System 40th Anniversary Celebration (Sept 18, 2026)
• Invitation to World Suicide Prevention Day Gathering (Sept 10, 2026, Riverfront Park)
• Subscriptions from Alberta Counsel, ABmunis, FCM, Mighty Peace Tourism, Chamber of Commerce, RHPAP, RMA

Regular Council

Peace River Town Council will consider confirming participation in a regional intermunicipal collaboration framework (ICF) committee with the County of Northern Lights, MD of Peace, and Northern Sunrise County, and appointing Mayor Shelly Shannon, Councillor Carr, and the CAO to the negotiating committee. The council will also discuss a 2026 tax auction update, a directive on political activity at town facilities, a Community Services Board appointment, and a possible letter of support for the AISH-ADAP transition. Several departmental second-quarter reports and monthly reports are scheduled for acceptance.

• Motion to confirm participation in regional ICF committee with County of Northern Lights, MD of Peace, Northern Sunrise County
• Appointment of Mayor Shelly Shannon, Councillor Carr, and CAO to Regional ICF negotiating Committee
• Letter of support for ACP grant application to fund facilitator for ICF negotiations
• Directive update on Policy D-11-115-A Political Activity at Town Facilities
• 2026 Tax Auction Update

Council Communications Package

This document is a communications package containing incoming and outgoing correspondence, invitations, and subscriptions. It includes news summaries from Alberta Municipalities regarding various provincial municipal issues.

• Alberta Municipalities Friday News (July 31)
• Alberta Municipalities The Weekly (August 6)
• Mighty Peace Tourism (August 5)
• Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce news and job fair information

Special Council

This special council meeting consists primarily of a closed session to discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), citing privacy, confidential evaluations, and economic interests under Alberta's ATI Act. No other substantive business is scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session for CAO recruitment under ATIA sections 20, 22, and 30

Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee

The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee will meet to receive a presentation from Maskwa Medical Centre and updates from healthcare providers. The body will also discuss door prizes for the October 2026 RHPAP Conference and a public member at large resignation.

• Presentation by Maskwa Medical Centre
• Discussion of door prizes for the October 2026 RHPAP Conference
• Review of financial report as of July 15, 2026
• Resignation of Public Member at Large

Council Communications Package

The Town of Peace River Council Communications Package for July 31, 2026, contains only incoming correspondence, outgoing correspondence, invitations, and subscriptions. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are listed for this meeting.

Council Communications Package

This meeting package consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence, invitations, and subscriptions. The documents provide updates from provincial and municipal associations and news regarding Alberta infrastructure and investments.

• Meta's announced $13 billion investment for a data centre in Sturgeon County
• Proposed 3,300-kilometre Northern Shield Energy Corridor pipeline from Hardisty, AB to Sarnia, ON
• Provincial fast-tracking of 41 public school projects through the Schools Now program
• Alberta Municipalities report on EV fast charger costs ranging from $100,000 to over $1 million
• RMA engagement on Code of Practice for Pits

Regular Council

The Council will review an update on the municipal energy management program and a request for a property tax incentive for a development at 9815 98 Avenue. Other items include a proposal to rescind the Substance Abuse Policy and advocacy regarding conductive energy weapons for CPOs.

• Rescind Policy P-80-68-A, Substance Abuse Policy
• Advocacy for Provincial Legislation amendment regarding Conductive Energy Weapons
• 2026 Capital Projects update
• Municipal Property Tax Incentive request for 9815 98 Avenue
• Energy Management Program update presentation

Council Communications Package

This communications package contains incoming invitations, subscriptions, and industry news for council review. The documents include information on rural connectivity forums, municipal legislative reviews, and provincial funding announcements.

• Invitation to the 2026 Alberta Rural Connectivity Forum in Red Deer (September 17–18)
• Proposed southern oil pipeline route from Edmonton to British Columbia's south coast
• Over $7 million in provincial funding for Lakeland College agricultural training upgrades
• Expansion of disabled parking placard eligibility to include individuals with vision loss
• Wind-down of the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) by June 2027

Council Communications Package

Il s'agit d'un dossier de communications de nature procédurale ne comportant aucune décision ni audition publique. Le Conseil reçoit de la correspondance entrante et sortante, une invitation pour l'inauguration du campus Fairview du Northern Lakes College, ainsi que des abonnements provenant d'organisations telles qu'Alberta Counsel, Alberta Municipalities et la Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

• Invitation à l'inauguration du campus Fairview du Northern Lakes College le 25 août 2026
• Les abonnements incluent des mises à jour d'Alberta Counsel sur les soins de santé en pratique mixte, le conseil de financement des infrastructures, la stratégie de lutte contre le cancer sur 10 ans et l'inversion du prix de l'alcool
• Les abonnements d'Alberta Municipalities couvrent les nouvelles relatives à l'évaluation, la taxation, la diversité et le développement économique de diverses municipalités de l'Alberta

Council Communications Package

Cette réunion est un ensemble de communications sans décisions ni audiences publiques. Le Conseil recevra de la correspondance, des invitations (y compris l'Amazing Race Family Edition) et diverses lettres d'information d'organisations provinciales et nationales.

• Invitation : The Amazing Race Family Edition le 23 juin
• Lettre d'information : Alberta Counsel - remise de $100 sur l'énergie pour les résidents ayant un revenu inférieur à $225,000
• Lettre d'information : Alberta Municipalities - flottes de véhicules électriques, réglementations sur la micro-mobilité
• Lettre d'information : Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities - stratégie nucléaire fédérale
• Lettre d'information : Government of Alberta - bulletin sur les soutiens aux employeurs régionaux

Community Services Board

The Community Services Board will review an updated Joint Use and Planning Agreement with three local school divisions to govern shared facility access, future site planning, and maintenance responsibilities. Staff will also provide verbal updates on early ice installation requests and new board member approval procedures. Routine operational reports from recreation, heritage, and pool staff will be presented for information.

• Updated Joint Use and Planning Agreement with three local school divisions
• Revised Steering Committee roles, voting rules, and dispute resolution processes
• Verbal report on early summer ice installation request
• Development of new board member approval procedures
• Routine information reports from recreation, heritage, pool, and family resource staff

Regular Council

Le conseil municipal examinera plusieurs accords régionaux et renouvellements de programmes. Les décisions clés incluent une demande d'annulation d'impôt foncier et une déclaration d'intention concernant un projet de centre de données dans le comté de Northern Sunrise.

• Annulation d'impôt foncier proposée de 5 319,11 $ pour la Peace Region Dance Society au 10107 100 Street
• Ratification de l'Accord d'entraide régional Peace mis à jour
• Renouvellement de la demande pour le Rural Renewal Stream Program
• Soumission d'une déclaration d'intention à l'AUC concernant le projet de centre de données Mihta Askiy
• Examen du niveau de service prolongé de la saison de glace du Baytex Energy Centre

Council Communications Package

Il s'agit d'un dossier de communications procédurales contenant de la correspondance entrante des ministères provinciaux et des abonnements sortants à divers bulletins municipaux et industriels. Aucune décision ou vote n'est prévu.

• Correspondance entrante de Alberta Municipal Affairs concernant les allocations de financement 2026
• Abonnements sortants aux bulletins de Alberta Municipalities, Fédération canadienne des municipalités et Gouvernement de l'Alberta
• Bulletin de Energy Alberta concernant le secteur de l'énergie
• Bulletin de Mighty Peace Tourism faisant la promotion des voyages estivaux
• Bulletin de la Chambre de commerce de Peace River & District concernant le tournoi de golf annuel

Council Communications Package

Il s'agit d'un dossier de communications procédurales sans décisions ni audiences publiques. Le conseil examine la correspondance entrante et sortante, les invitations à des événements communautaires et les mises à jour d'abonnements de diverses organisations.

• Invitation au Plaid Parade & River Days du Rotaract de Peace River
• Invitation à l'événement Canada D-Eh de Northern Sunrise County
• Invitation à la célébration du Canada Day de Town of Peace River
• Mises à jour d'abonnements de Alberta Counsel, Alberta Municipalities et FCM

Regular Council

Le conseil discutera et demandera des orientations sur la conception du nouveau bâtiment de l'hôtel de ville, y compris la possibilité d'inclure un espace pour la Chambre de commerce. Ils recevront également des mises à jour financières sur la réparation du clarificateur des eaux usées et la collaboration sur l'autoroute 743, approuveront une augmentation de 30 000 $ pour le mur du gymnase du centre Baytex Energy Centre, nommeront un nouveau membre du comité de développement économique et envisageront le renouvellement de l'adhésion au PREDA. De plus, ils demanderont à l'administration de rechercher une participation au projet du centre de données Mihta Askiy.

• Discussion sur la conception du nouvel hôtel de ville – inclusion potentielle d'un espace locatif pour la Chambre de commerce
• Mise à jour financière sur la réparation du clarificateur de l'usine de traitement des eaux usées
• Opportunité de collaboration sur l'autoroute 743 avec le gouvernement de l'Alberta
• Projet d'immobilisations : augmentation de 30 000 $ pour le mur du gymnase au Baytex Energy Centre
• Nomination d'Amber Armstrong au comité de développement économique (mandat de juin 2026 à 2028)

Council Communications Package

At the June 5 meeting the Peace River Town Council will receive a package of incoming correspondence, including a notice of application for the Mihta Askiy Data Centre Project—a 650‑MW combined‑cycle power plant, a 240‑kV Sunrise Substation, and an industrial system designation to be considered by the Alberta Utilities Commission. The agenda also contains a ministerial extension from Alberta Municipal Affairs, several invitations to regional events, and subscription updates. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for the council’s information and possible future action.

• Mihta Askiy Data Centre Project – notice of application for a 650‑MW power plant, 240‑kV substation and industrial system designation (Proceeding 30787) to the Alberta Utilities Commission
• Minister of Municipal Affairs – Alberta Municipal Affairs PERC Extension
• Invitation to Alberta Municipalities Municipal Leaders Caucus (events June 10, 12, 16, 24)
• Invitation to Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Walk the Halls Tour on June 24, 2026 (no fee, optional travel expense claim)
• Invitation to Peace Regional RCMP Charity Golf Tournament (teams of 4, $100 per person, registration deadline tomorrow)

Municipal Planning Commission

La Commission municipale d'urbanisme continuera d'examiner un permis de développement pour une installation de services vétérinaires / soins aux animaux proposée par la SPCA régionale de la Paix au 9510 94 Avenue. La demande a été reportée de la réunion de mai après des préoccupations du public concernant le bruit, les odeurs et la taille du site. Les commissaires recevront également des rapports de développement et une directive sur les décisions discrétionnaires.

• Permis de développement #2026-02 : refuge animalier de la SPCA (services vétérinaires) au 9510 94 Avenue, Lot 15, Block 15, Plan 2520440
• Les préoccupations du public incluent le bruit des aboiements, les odeurs et l'adéquation des places de stationnement et des installations sanitaires
• Reporté de la réunion du 5 mai en attendant l'examen de la déclaration de conflit d'intérêts soumise par la candidate Penny Steffen
• Rapports : Rapports de développement et Directive sur les décisions discrétionnaires en matière de développement et de lotissement