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Alaska Highway Journey
Since completion in 1942, the Alaska Highway has held a fascination for visitors and residents. The building of the Alaska Highway is an epic tale that involves mystery, hardship, and intrigue.
In 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. This significant event forced the American and Canadian governments to re-evaluate their security and they found there was an obvious need to shore up and protect the sovereignty of North America. In response, a secure land transportation link was needed to transfer military goods, materials, and men from the continental states to Alaska.
As one part of the wartime measures, 1,500 miles of road needed to be punched through the vast untamed wilderness of northern Canada and Alaska. Building in these northern areas would not be an easy feat. For eight months, men and women would battle mountains, mosquitoes and muskegs to finish this vital artery.
On March 9, 1942, Dawson Creek, a small northern Canadian community with a population of 600 people, bustled and swelled with activity when the first train carrying American troops arrived. In a matter of weeks the town’s population exploded to 10,000.
After a little over eight months of intense construction, the Alaska Highway was complete. On November 20,
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1942, Mile 1061 (known as Soldiers’ Summit) saw the ribbon cutting ceremony that officially opened the “Alcan” Highway. The 1528 mile road included 133 major bridges and more than 3000 culverts. The cost of this construction was approximately $140 million U.S. wartime dollars. This remarkable achievement has developed into a major transportation link in North America, stretching from Mile ‘0’ at Dawson Creek, British Columbia, through the Yukon Territory, and into Alaska. Since the completion of the Alaska Highway in the 1940’s, a continuous program of upgrading, widening, and straightening has been underway.
Join us at Mile 0 Alaska Highwayfor inside information.
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Northern Alberta Railways ParkThis is the location of the true Mile ‘0’ of the Alaska Highway. Within the four-acre Northern Alberta Railways Park, you will find the Railway Station Museum, the Dawson Creek Visitor Centre, the Mile ‘0’ Cairn, and the Dawson Creek Art Gallery. Available on-site is plenty of large vehicle parking, free internet access for your laptop, public washrooms, pay phones and gift shops.
Why is this area called Northern Alberta Railways Park (NAR Park)? The Northern Alberta Railways Company out of Edmonton, Alberta bought this property from the Canadian government. The company built the railway to Dawson Creek and its terminal in 1931. When this area was taken over by the City of Dawson Creek for the complex, it was named for the railroad company.
The Mile 0 CairnTake a souvenir photo here as you embark on your adventure to follow the footsteps of the U.S. soldiers of 1942. The Cairn was erected to commemorate the exact spot that the United States Military surveyed as the very beginning of the construction of the Alaska Highway. All mileages on the Alaska Highway were (and still are) measured from this point.
Railway Station Museum900 Alaska Avenue250.782.9595Occupying the original 1931 Northern Alberta Railways Station, the museum offers a glimpse into the notable past of Dawson Creek. Railway memorabilia, pioneer artifacts and wildlife displays are all here. A must see before you leave Dawson Creek! Open year-round; bus and group tours are welcome.
Traffic Circle Surveyor StatueThe statue in the traffic circle, adjacent to the Art Gallery, is a portrayal of a surveyor that worked on building the Alaska Highway. His clothing and survey equipment are true to the 1942 period and he is pointing the way to Alaska.
Karl Mattson, a local artist, created this amazing statue by welding and shaping scrap metal that he found discarded on farms in the region.
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Tel: 250.782.4745
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The Story of the Mile 0 PostThe Mile 0 Post is the internationally recognized and the most photographed landmark of the Alaska Highway. The original 1942 stake that American soldiers surveyed for ground zero was located at what is now the traffic circle and marked by the surveyor statue.
In 1946, this was destroyed and the local Junior Chamber of Commerce decided to replace it with a new Mile 0 icon. The new post was erected in the middle of the four corners of the town’s main business district, where it has been ever since.
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Phone: (250) 782-1282 Fax: (250) 782-3183
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Dawson Creek Visitor Centre900 Alaska Avenue1.866.645.3022250.782.9595 www.tourismdawsoncreek.comSummer Hours: 8:00am – 5:30pm DailyWinter Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tues – Sat
Located on Alaska Avenue, just one short block from downtown and the Mile 0 Post, you will find the local Visitor Centre sharing a building with the Museum. Park your vehicle and start your discovery of Dawson Creek here! Be sure to check out their extensive gift shop with local Dawson Creek goodies and Alaska Highway memorabilia.
Year-round, our knowledgeable travel counsellors assist visitors and residents with inquiries about our community, surrounding regions, provinces and the Alaska Highway experience. For your northern adventure, you can get up-to-date weather forecasts, road conditions, brochures, books, maps and much more!
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Alaska Highway House10201 10th Street (at the Mile 0 Post)250.782.4714Summer: 9:00am - 5:00pm Daily Winter (Sept. 1): 9:00am – 5:00pm Mon to Fri
Stop in and be amazed by the state-of-the-art technological and imaginative displays (including a 1942 U.S. Army Willys Jeep) that relate the incredible Alaska Highway story of yesterday and today. Relax in the film hut for an hour and learn more through the PBS documentary: The Building of the Alaska Highway. In the computer kiosk, send a personal e-postcard greeting from the Mile 0 City to the folks back home.
Dawson Creek Art Gallery816 Alaska Avenue250.782.2601www.dcartgallery.caMay long weekend to September long weekend: 9:00am - 5:00pm DailySeptember long weekend to May long weekend: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tues - FriNoon - 4:00pm Sat
Housed in a renovated grain elevator, the Dawson Creek Art Gallery is a very unique facility. It has year-round exhibitions of local artists and traveling collections of major provincial and national galleries. Also in the building is an impressive photo exhibit of the history of the Alaska Highway and the Northern Treasures Gift Shop, which has a variety of very special local artisans and craftsmen products for sale.Bus and group tours are welcome.
Landmarks + Attractions
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The Village of Pouce Coupe Gateway to the Peace Country
Postal Address: PO Box 190 Pouce Coupe, BC V0C 2C0Municipal Office: 5011 - 49th Avenue P (250) 786-5794 www.poucecoupe.ca
Pouce Coupe Park - Our picturesque park is situated on the banks of the Pouce Coupe River and Bissette Creek. The park is equipped for camping:
Pouce Coupe Museum - Take a journey back in time with items on display from every aspect of an early settler’s life: the Heritage House, Trapper’s Cabin, Caboose and the original NAR Train Station give a true picture of early days in Pouce Coupe.
■ RV Elec Outlets■ Picnic Tables■ Coin-op Showers
■ Cookhouse■ Washrooms■ BBQ Pits
History - The name “Pouce Coupe” is both musical and intriguing, and various tales are told of its origin. The most authentic is “The Land of Twelve Foot Davis” by J.C. MacGregor, McLeod’s Fort Dunvegan Journal, 1806 reads: “Sunday 17 August, Pouce Coupe with a few others arrived. They have made a poor hunt”, referring to an Indian Chief Pooscapee of the Beaver Tribe.Indian Chief Pooscapee of the Beaver Tribe.
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Rotary Lake250.782.7144This outdoor man-made lake is unique and a very popular spot in Dawson Creek for summer swimming. Located in Mile 0 Park, it is also a perfect place to enjoy picnics and a leisurely time outdoors. The lake has no lifeguard. Public washrooms and telephones are located at the park entrance building and Sudeten Hall.
Walter Wright Pioneer Village 1901 Alaska Highway250.782.7144Seasonal: June 1 – SeptemberOpen daily: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Pioneer Village depicts Dawson Creek before the Alaska Highway construction period. It will transport you to the time when our community was on the edge of the frontier and made a living from the land. A complimentary copy of the Pioneer Village Walking Tour is available at the desk. Stroll the boardwalks and relive our pioneer past through historic photos and narrative text.
Mile 0 ParkLocated at Mile 1 of the Alaska Highway, this park has many attractions. In the park, you will find Walter Wright Pioneer Village, Rotary Lake, and Mile 0 RV Park and Campground.
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Landmarks + Attractions
Downtown Historical Self Guided Walking TourPick up your free copy of the Historic Downtown Walking Tour Brochure at the Visitor Centre, the Art Gallery or Alaska Highway House. Within the brochure, a route map will guide you on a leisurely stroll to relive our pioneer and World War II history through reproduced historic photos and interpretive text.
Also on the tour route, and interpreted in the brochure, you will see imaginative and decorative murals that are an artistic portrayal of our past.
While walking or driving around Dawson Creek, you will see a number of murals depicting our historical and agricultural roots, local wildlife, and the building of the Alaska Highway. These murals have been growing in popularity over the years. Each summer, more murals are created to celebrate the history of Dawson Creek.
Farmers’ Market1444-102nd AvenueMarch to December: 8:30am-12:30pmSaturdays
Indoors, so no matter what the weather, the Farmers’ Market is a favourite gathering spot and major attraction for both visitors and residents. From March to December, this weekly event offers for sale oodles of locally grown in-season produce, home baking and preserves, local art and a host of eclectic hand crafted items. Get there early so you don’t miss out!
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Auto DealersASPOL FORD
1125-102nd Ave, Dawson Creek, BC • www3.telus.net/aspolsToll Free: 1-888-782-5804 • Tel: (250) 782-5804
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CAPITAL MOTORS
1601 - Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC Phone: (250) 782-8589 • Toll Free: 1-888-501-3673
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Toll Free: 1-800-663-3895 • www.peacecountrytoyota.ca801-118th Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC Phone: (250) 782-6614 • Fax: (250) 782-1790
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Dierks Bentley ConcertFebruary 18Encana Events Centre
Farmers’ MarketSaturdays, March to December8:30am-12:30pm1444 102rd Avenue
Paul Brandt ConcertMarch 5Encana Events Centre
Jeff Foxworthy-Blue Collar Comedy TourMarch 17Encana Events Centre
Five Finger Death Punch ConcertApril 2Encana Events Centre
The Great Easter Egg HuntApril 7Pioneer Village
35th Annual Gun & Sportsman ShowApril 14 & 15Encana Events Centre
Johnny Reid ConcertApril 17Encana Events Centre
37th Annual Kiwanis Trade ShowApril 20, 21, 22Memorial/Kin Arenas
Art Gallery AuctionMay TBA
Walter Wright Pioneer VillageGrand OpeningJune 2Village Grounds
Canada Day Parade, BBQ & CelebrationsJuly 1Pouce Coupe Village & Park
Mile 0 Cruisers Summer Cruise, Show & Shine July 6,7,8Downtown
South Peace Horticultural Society Garden Tour & TeaJuly 29City & Area Gardens
Raise the Roof Fundraiser Country Music ConcertAugust 7Rodeo Grandstand
90th Dawson Creek Exhibition, Pro Rodeo & Fall Fair Aug 7-12Parade Aug 10Rodeo Grounds
Peace Music FestAugust TBAWalter Wright Pioneer Village
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DAWSON CREEKEXHIBITION & STAMPEDE
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Halloween Spook FestOctober 27Pioneer Village
South Peace Oilmen’s Christmas Tree Light-upNovember 17Mile 0 Post
South Peace Art Society Christmas Show & Gift FairNovember 17 - January 5Location TBA
Rotary Old Fashioned ChristmasDecember 10 & 11Walter Wright Pioneer Village
For more events and up-to-date info,visit tourismdawsoncreek.comor dawsoncreekeventscentre.com
Join us at Mile 0 Alaska Highwayfor inside information.
Bear Mountain Wind Park
Bear Mountain Wind ParkPick up a free guide on HOW TO GET THERE and WHAT TO SEE AND DO at British Columbia’s first commercial wind facility, a project by Dawson Creek’s very own Peace Energy Cooperative.
Pack a lunch and spend a day on the mountain. Get as close as ever possible to wind park turbines and Mother Nature.
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Park the car and explore, picnic, hike, and photograph nature at its best.
Your tour of the wind park along the turbine access road will lead you to the base of turbines that are an overwhelming 78 metres/257 feet tall and weigh 214 tonnes/236 tons each. The Rim Rocks Hiking Trails are right there and can be accessed by a short stroll from the base of most of the turbines. Prepare to be amazed!
Information brochures & maps are available at the following locations:• Dawson Creek Visitor Centre • Alaska Highway House• Dawson Creek Art Gallery• Public Library• Pioneer Village• RV Park Offices• Peace Energy Cooperative
Golfing
GolfingIt seems to be a fact of life that golf courses have a habit of evolving around established vacation destinations. The world-renowned Alaska Highway brings thousands of visitors to our region every year, many who test their skills on one of the Dawson Creek’s Links.
As with all golf hot spots, success in the region’s numerous golf courses lie in our natural assets; rolling hills, meandering rivers and long summer days. Dawson Creek and its surrounding areas have some amazing opportunities for the golfing enthusiast – there are seven courses within 1.5 hours of the city!
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North Pole News- Find it inside
Marianne Girard comes to DC - See Page 7
South Peace Player’s- Page 15
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Ackerman voted in as Fort St. John mayor
D.C. elects old and new faces for city council
By Jill Earl DAWSON CREEK- Approximately 23.4 per cecnt of Dawson Creek’s eligible
voters decided the City’s new councillors. Incumbents Sue Kenny, Terry McFadyen, and Cheryl Shuman were re-elected, as
well as newcomers Duncan Malkinson, Charlie Parslow, and Shaely Wilbur. School Trustees Richard Powell and Tamara Ziemer were also re-elected in the only elec-tion School District 59 saw.
Story continued on Page 2.
Sue Kenny Duncan Malkinson
Cheryl Shuman Charlie Parslow
Terry McFadyen Shaely Wilbur
Kyle Thomas photoAndy and Lori Ackerman seconds after Lori is announced mayor on Nov. 19 at the Pomeroy Sport Centre.
By Kyla CorpuzFORT ST. JOHN - Only 60 votes separated Lori Ackerman and Don Irwin
from claiming the title as mayor.Ackerman received 1,269 votes while Irwin cut it close with 1,209 votes.
Mike Murray, who was also in the race, staggered behind with 198 votes.Ackerman made her transition from city councillor to mayor. In an interview with EnergeticCity.ca, Lori expressed her relief that the race
was finally over.“I’m feeling glad it’s over, the race is run,” said Ackerman moments after the
results were revealed.“The tone at the top will change,” she said. “We need to realize that there’s
no magic potions to fix absolutely everything — but I think that with consistent measures focused on the vision we have for the community, we will be able to achieve the community that we’re hoping for.”
Ackerman said she was looking forward to celebrate her success with her supporters.
EnergeticCity.ca also caught up with Irwin who said the differences in campaigning tactics between him and Ackerman are what brought the race to a close call.
“I went at it as if it was going to be close, and it was. So, I made sure I went to every door and tried to get every vote,” said Irwin.
Though Irwin’s votes were just shy of Ackerman’s, he said in an interview with the Northeast News, that he doesn’t know what he would have done dif-ferently in the campaign.
Voter turnout for this civic election was 21 per cent, a two per cent drop from the last election.
RE-ELECTED CounCiLLoRs NEW couNcillorsInside
North Pole News- Find it inside
Marianne Girard comes to DC - See Page 7
South Peace Player’s- Page 15
November 24, 2011 - Vol. 8 - No. 47
Capital MotorsDealer #CA7019 www.capitalford.ca
Dawson CreekLocal: 250-782-8589 • toll-Free 1-888-501-3673
1609 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek
November Winter Safety Event
Fiesta Focus Edge excluding sport Fusion Explorer Escape
Get Ready for Winter and Save up to $1,800!
Take a Test Drive Today & Receive 2 Rage Hockey Tickets for the Executive Box Between Nov.15-Dec.21, Capital Motors will donate a turkey to the Dawson Creek Salvation Army with any new or used vehicle purchased
Scan Meto Check Us Out Online!
Ackerman voted in as Fort St. John mayor
D.C. elects old and new faces for city council
By Jill Earl DAWSON CREEK- Approximately 23.4 per cecnt of Dawson Creek’s eligible
voters decided the City’s new councillors. Incumbents Sue Kenny, Terry McFadyen, and Cheryl Shuman were re-elected, as
well as newcomers Duncan Malkinson, Charlie Parslow, and Shaely Wilbur. School Trustees Richard Powell and Tamara Ziemer were also re-elected in the only elec-tion School District 59 saw.
Story continued on Page 2.
Sue Kenny Duncan Malkinson
Cheryl Shuman Charlie Parslow
Terry McFadyen Shaely Wilbur
Kyle Thomas photoAndy and Lori Ackerman seconds after Lori is announced mayor on Nov. 19 at the Pomeroy Sport Centre.
By Kyla CorpuzFORT ST. JOHN - Only 60 votes separated Lori Ackerman and Don Irwin
from claiming the title as mayor.Ackerman received 1,269 votes while Irwin cut it close with 1,209 votes.
Mike Murray, who was also in the race, staggered behind with 198 votes.Ackerman made her transition from city councillor to mayor. In an interview with EnergeticCity.ca, Lori expressed her relief that the race
was finally over.“I’m feeling glad it’s over, the race is run,” said Ackerman moments after the
results were revealed.“The tone at the top will change,” she said. “We need to realize that there’s
no magic potions to fix absolutely everything — but I think that with consistent measures focused on the vision we have for the community, we will be able to achieve the community that we’re hoping for.”
Ackerman said she was looking forward to celebrate her success with her supporters.
EnergeticCity.ca also caught up with Irwin who said the differences in campaigning tactics between him and Ackerman are what brought the race to a close call.
“I went at it as if it was going to be close, and it was. So, I made sure I went to every door and tried to get every vote,” said Irwin.
Though Irwin’s votes were just shy of Ackerman’s, he said in an interview with the Northeast News, that he doesn’t know what he would have done dif-ferently in the campaign.
Voter turnout for this civic election was 21 per cent, a two per cent drop from the last election.
RE-ELECTED CounCiLLoRs NEW couNcillors
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PRRD to change building - Page 14
John Cummins of BC Conservatives - Page 17
Cabaret starts this week - Page 32
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Jill Earl photoPrime Minister Stephen Harper and Premier Christy Clark were in Dawson Creek to open the Centre of Excellence for Clean Energy Technology and the renovation of the Health Sciences building at the Northern Lights College. See more on Page 4.
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Jill Earl photoPrime Minister Stephen Harper and Premier Christy Clark were in Dawson Creek to open the Centre of Excellence for Clean Energy Technology and the renovation of the Health Sciences building at the Northern Lights College. See more on Page 4.
Inside
Northern Note cele-brates music - Page 3
Speed skaters train at Oval - Page 11
Sean Ashby sets to rock FSJ - Page 18
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By Jill Earl DAWSON CREEK - Good news comes to Peace River County residents as
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom, announced plans to widen HWY 2 and HWY 97 N to four lanes.
The expansion will happen between the Alberta border and Dawson Creek and Dawson Creek to Fort St. John.
Minister Lekstrom anticipates construction to start as early as next spring but no official dates have been set, however work is already underway preparing the design and engineering plans.
$4 million is being invested this year on the seven projects under develop-ment, which include: Highway 2 being widened to four lanes between Tupper Creek to Rusheinski Rd, Tupper Creek Bridge and 4-Mile Culvert, 1st St. to 8th St. in Dawson Creek, Rolla Rd. to 1st St, and on Highway 97 at the bottom of South Taylor Hill. Passing lanes are also scheduled for Blockline southbound on Highway 2 and northbound at Farmington Fairways on Highway 97.
Lekstrom expects these projects to be done in several stages over a number of years with millions being invested by the province, and are intended to maintain the quality of life and safety for residents
“This will help ensure our highways remain safe for all local and commercial motorists, while supporting increased economic activity in the Peace,” Lekstrom said.
“It’s a tremendous day,” he said. An attitude mirrored by Dawson Creek mayor. “It’s a great announcement for the city of Dawson Creek and region,” said
Dawson Creek Mayor, Mike Bernier. “It’s nice to see the province recognize the need for the area and the investment
needed on our transport system. We’ve been asking the provincial government to look at this for a long time,” Bernier said.
Taylor Mayor, Fred Jarvis, was also in attendance to hear the official announce-ment at the Encana Events Centre parking lot Monday mid morning, and shared in the enthusiasm.
“It’s tremendous to see the overall plan,” Jarvis said. “The hills are very worrisome, especially with the big rain,” he continued. Lekstrom stressed the importance of Peace River County to the economy and the
vital role transportation plays. “The breadbasket of B.C is right here in the Peace,” Lekstrom said. Despite the projects’ early stage, mayors, councillors, representatives and resi-
dents in attendance welcomed and celebrated the news. “The issue is it has to be done…we don’t start something and never finish,”
Lekstrom said.“I can’t be prouder…to make this a reality today” See page 5 for a map and artist conception of the work
Minister Lekstrom announces future plans of four laning Highways
Jill Earl photoMinister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom (left) stands proud as he made the announcement of highway improvements with other elected officials from Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Taylor, Chetwynd and the Peace River Regional District.
Inside
Northern Note cele-brates music - Page 3
Speed skaters train at Oval - Page 11
Sean Ashby sets to rock FSJ - Page 18
July 28, 2011 - Vol. 8 - No. 30
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By Jill Earl DAWSON CREEK - Good news comes to Peace River County residents as
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom, announced plans to widen HWY 2 and HWY 97 N to four lanes.
The expansion will happen between the Alberta border and Dawson Creek and Dawson Creek to Fort St. John.
Minister Lekstrom anticipates construction to start as early as next spring but no official dates have been set, however work is already underway preparing the design and engineering plans.
$4 million is being invested this year on the seven projects under develop-ment, which include: Highway 2 being widened to four lanes between Tupper Creek to Rusheinski Rd, Tupper Creek Bridge and 4-Mile Culvert, 1st St. to 8th St. in Dawson Creek, Rolla Rd. to 1st St, and on Highway 97 at the bottom of South Taylor Hill. Passing lanes are also scheduled for Blockline southbound on Highway 2 and northbound at Farmington Fairways on Highway 97.
Lekstrom expects these projects to be done in several stages over a number of years with millions being invested by the province, and are intended to maintain the quality of life and safety for residents
“This will help ensure our highways remain safe for all local and commercial motorists, while supporting increased economic activity in the Peace,” Lekstrom said.
“It’s a tremendous day,” he said. An attitude mirrored by Dawson Creek mayor. “It’s a great announcement for the city of Dawson Creek and region,” said
Dawson Creek Mayor, Mike Bernier. “It’s nice to see the province recognize the need for the area and the investment
needed on our transport system. We’ve been asking the provincial government to look at this for a long time,” Bernier said.
Taylor Mayor, Fred Jarvis, was also in attendance to hear the official announce-ment at the Encana Events Centre parking lot Monday mid morning, and shared in the enthusiasm.
“It’s tremendous to see the overall plan,” Jarvis said. “The hills are very worrisome, especially with the big rain,” he continued. Lekstrom stressed the importance of Peace River County to the economy and the
vital role transportation plays. “The breadbasket of B.C is right here in the Peace,” Lekstrom said. Despite the projects’ early stage, mayors, councillors, representatives and resi-
dents in attendance welcomed and celebrated the news. “The issue is it has to be done…we don’t start something and never finish,”
Lekstrom said.“I can’t be prouder…to make this a reality today” See page 5 for a map and artist conception of the work
Minister Lekstrom announces future plans of four laning Highways
Jill Earl photoMinister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom (left) stands proud as he made the announcement of highway improvements with other elected officials from Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Taylor, Chetwynd and the Peace River Regional District.
Inside
Fort Nelson celebrates Arbour Day - Page 4
Fence to see new art - See Page 12
NP SPCA Update- Page 15
July 14, 2011 - Vol.8 - No.28
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2011 FAVORITE 10 WINNERS1- Harold & Vicki Wheeler 31 Chevy Quesnel2- Gerry Heppner 55 Belair Quesnel3- Les Little 54 Belair Mackenzie4- Dusty & Joyce Stevens 31 Model A Charlie Lake5- Graydon Schilds 66 VW Samba Dawson Creek6- Darwin Zorn 71 Super Bee Prince George7- Matt Lutz 71 Super Bee Dawson Creek8- Russel & Jacqui Napier 40 Plymouth Road King, Grande Praire9- John Robichaud 68 Mustang Rycroft10- Jeff & Adeanna Lekstrom 25 T Dawson Creek
The rain and highway closures didn’t stop Dawson Creek from celebrating the 2011 Summer Cruise put on by the Mile Zero Cruisers. On Sunday, July 10, downtown Dawson Creek was closed off so residents and participants from all over BC and Al-berta could show off their classic car. See page 23 for more pictures and the winners of the Sponsor’s Choice Awards.
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2011 FAVORITE 10 WINNERS1- Harold & Vicki Wheeler 31 Chevy Quesnel2- Gerry Heppner 55 Belair Quesnel3- Les Little 54 Belair Mackenzie4- Dusty & Joyce Stevens 31 Model A Charlie Lake5- Graydon Schilds 66 VW Samba Dawson Creek6- Darwin Zorn 71 Super Bee Prince George7- Matt Lutz 71 Super Bee Dawson Creek8- Russel & Jacqui Napier 40 Plymouth Road King, Grande Praire9- John Robichaud 68 Mustang Rycroft10- Jeff & Adeanna Lekstrom 25 T Dawson Creek
The rain and highway closures didn’t stop Dawson Creek from celebrating the 2011 Summer Cruise put on by the Mile Zero Cruisers. On Sunday, July 10, downtown Dawson Creek was closed off so residents and participants from all over BC and Al-berta could show off their classic car. See page 23 for more pictures and the winners of the Sponsor’s Choice Awards.
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John Cummins of BC Conservatives - Page 17
Cabaret starts this week - Page 32
October 20, 2011 - Vol. 8 - No. 42
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Dion GirardProduct Advisor
Doug PetersGeneral Sales Manager
Adam HaywardProduct Advisor
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Harper Visits Dawson Creek
Jill Earl photoPrime Minister Stephen Harper and Premier Christy Clark were in Dawson Creek to open the Centre of Excellence for Clean Energy Technology and the renovation of the Health Sciences building at the Northern Lights College. See more on Page 4.
Marianne Girard comes Marianne Girard comes Fort St. John mayorMarianne Girard comes
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North Pole News- Find it inside
Marianne Girard comes Marianne Girard comes Marianne Girard comes
November 24, 2011 - Vol. 8 - No. 47
Ackerman voted in as Fort St. John mayor
Sue Kenny Duncan Malkinson
Cheryl Shuman Charlie Parslow
Kyle Thomas photoAndy and Lori Ackerman seconds after Lori is announced mayor on Nov. 19 at the Pomeroy Sport Centre.
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Fort St. John mayorMarianne Girard comes Marianne Girard comes
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South Peace Player’s- Page 15
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D.C. elects old and new faces for city council
By Jill Earl DAWSON CREEK- Approximately 23.4 per cecnt of Dawson Creek’s eligible
voters decided the City’s new councillors. Incumbents Sue Kenny, Terry McFadyen, and Cheryl Shuman were re-elected, as
well as newcomers Duncan Malkinson, Charlie Parslow, and Shaely Wilbur. School Trustees Richard Powell and Tamara Ziemer were also re-elected in the only elec-tion School District 59 saw.
Story continued on Page 2.
Sue Kenny Duncan Malkinson
Cheryl Shuman Charlie Parslow
Terry McFadyen Shaely Wilbur
Kyle Thomas photoAndy and Lori Ackerman seconds after Lori is announced mayor on Nov. 19 at the Pomeroy Sport Centre.
By Kyla CorpuzFORT ST. JOHN - Only 60 votes separated Lori Ackerman and Don Irwin
from claiming the title as mayor.Ackerman received 1,269 votes while Irwin cut it close with 1,209 votes.
Mike Murray, who was also in the race, staggered behind with 198 votes.Ackerman made her transition from city councillor to mayor. In an interview with EnergeticCity.ca, Lori expressed her relief that the race
was finally over.“I’m feeling glad it’s over, the race is run,” said Ackerman moments after the
results were revealed.“The tone at the top will change,” she said. “We need to realize that there’s
no magic potions to fix absolutely everything — but I think that with consistent measures focused on the vision we have for the community, we will be able to achieve the community that we’re hoping for.”
Ackerman said she was looking forward to celebrate her success with her supporters.
EnergeticCity.ca also caught up with Irwin who said the differences in campaigning tactics between him and Ackerman are what brought the race to a close call.
“I went at it as if it was going to be close, and it was. So, I made sure I went to every door and tried to get every vote,” said Irwin.
Though Irwin’s votes were just shy of Ackerman’s, he said in an interview with the Northeast News, that he doesn’t know what he would have done dif-ferently in the campaign.
Voter turnout for this civic election was 21 per cent, a two per cent drop from the last election.
RE-ELECTED CounCiLLoRs NEW couNcillors
Inside
Northern Note cele-brates music - Page 3
Speed skaters train at Oval - Page 11
July 28, 2011 - Vol. 8 - No. 30
Jill Earl photoMinister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom (left) stands proud as he made the announcement of highway improvements with other elected officials from Oval - Page 11 Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom (left) stands proud as he made the announcement of highway improvements with other elected officials from
Inside
Northern Note cele-brates music - Page 3
Speed skaters train at Oval - Page 11
Sean Ashby sets to rock FSJ - Page 18
July 28, 2011 - Vol. 8 - No. 30
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By Jill Earl DAWSON CREEK - Good news comes to Peace River County residents as
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom, announced plans to widen HWY 2 and HWY 97 N to four lanes.
The expansion will happen between the Alberta border and Dawson Creek and Dawson Creek to Fort St. John.
Minister Lekstrom anticipates construction to start as early as next spring but no official dates have been set, however work is already underway preparing the design and engineering plans.
$4 million is being invested this year on the seven projects under develop-ment, which include: Highway 2 being widened to four lanes between Tupper Creek to Rusheinski Rd, Tupper Creek Bridge and 4-Mile Culvert, 1st St. to 8th St. in Dawson Creek, Rolla Rd. to 1st St, and on Highway 97 at the bottom of South Taylor Hill. Passing lanes are also scheduled for Blockline southbound on Highway 2 and northbound at Farmington Fairways on Highway 97.
Lekstrom expects these projects to be done in several stages over a number of years with millions being invested by the province, and are intended to maintain the quality of life and safety for residents
“This will help ensure our highways remain safe for all local and commercial motorists, while supporting increased economic activity in the Peace,” Lekstrom said.
“It’s a tremendous day,” he said. An attitude mirrored by Dawson Creek mayor. “It’s a great announcement for the city of Dawson Creek and region,” said
Dawson Creek Mayor, Mike Bernier. “It’s nice to see the province recognize the need for the area and the investment
needed on our transport system. We’ve been asking the provincial government to look at this for a long time,” Bernier said.
Taylor Mayor, Fred Jarvis, was also in attendance to hear the official announce-ment at the Encana Events Centre parking lot Monday mid morning, and shared in the enthusiasm.
“It’s tremendous to see the overall plan,” Jarvis said. “The hills are very worrisome, especially with the big rain,” he continued. Lekstrom stressed the importance of Peace River County to the economy and the
vital role transportation plays. “The breadbasket of B.C is right here in the Peace,” Lekstrom said. Despite the projects’ early stage, mayors, councillors, representatives and resi-
dents in attendance welcomed and celebrated the news. “The issue is it has to be done…we don’t start something and never finish,”
Lekstrom said.“I can’t be prouder…to make this a reality today” See page 5 for a map and artist conception of the work
Minister Lekstrom announces future plans of four laning Highways
Jill Earl photoMinister of Transportation and Infrastructure, Blair Lekstrom (left) stands proud as he made the announcement of highway improvements with other elected officials from Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Taylor, Chetwynd and the Peace River Regional District.
Fort Nelson celebrates Arbour Day - Page 4
Fence to see new art
Inside
Fort Nelson celebrates Arbour Day - Page 4
Fence to see new art
July 14, 2011 - Vol.8 - No.28Inside
Fort Nelson celebrates Arbour Day - Page 4
Fence to see new art - See Page 12
NP SPCA Update- Page 15
July 14, 2011 - Vol.8 - No.28
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Summer
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2011 FAVORITE 10 WINNERS1- Harold & Vicki Wheeler 31 Chevy Quesnel2- Gerry Heppner 55 Belair Quesnel3- Les Little 54 Belair Mackenzie4- Dusty & Joyce Stevens 31 Model A Charlie Lake5- Graydon Schilds 66 VW Samba Dawson Creek6- Darwin Zorn 71 Super Bee Prince George7- Matt Lutz 71 Super Bee Dawson Creek8- Russel & Jacqui Napier 40 Plymouth Road King, Grande Praire9- John Robichaud 68 Mustang Rycroft10- Jeff & Adeanna Lekstrom 25 T Dawson Creek
The rain and highway closures didn’t stop Dawson Creek from celebrating the 2011 Summer Cruise put on by the Mile Zero Cruisers. On Sunday, July 10, downtown Dawson Creek was closed off so residents and participants from all over BC and Al-berta could show off their classic car. See page 23 for more pictures and the winners of the Sponsor’s Choice Awards.
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Accommodations
Days Inn | 640 - 122nd Avenue 250.782.8887 | 1.800.329.7466 | daysinn.ca
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Aurora Park Inn & Suites | 12004 - 8th Street 250.782.8006 | 1.877.782.8006 | auroraparkinn.com
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George Dawson Inn | 11705 - 8th Street250.782.9151 | 1.800.663.2745 | georgedawsoninn.com
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Super 8 | 1440 Alaska Avenue250.782.8899 | 1.888.482.8884 | super8.ca
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Inn on the Creek | 10600 - 8th Street250.782.8136 | 1.888.782.8136 | innonthecreek.bc.ca
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites | 12217 - 4th Street250.782.8414 | 1.877.660.8550 | hiexpress.com
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Hotels + Motels
Airport Inn800 120th Avenue250.782.9404
Best Western500 Highway 2250.782.6226
Central Motel RV Park1301 Alaska Avenue250.782.8525
Comfort Inn1200 Alaska Avenue250.782.1222
Northwinds Lodge632 103rd Avenue250.782.9181
Peace Villa Motel1641 Alaska Avenue250.782.8175
Pomeroy Inns & Suites540 Highway 2250.782.3700
Ramada Limited1748 Alaska Avenue250.782.8595
The Lodge1317 Alaska Avenue250.782.4837
Travellers Inn800 112th Avenue250.782.5333
Voyageur Motor Inn801 111th Avenue250.782.1020
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Klukas Lake Ranch14694 217 Road250.786.5441
Northern Lights B&B1501 105th Avenue250.782.3197
The Snoozer2290 LoiselleSubdivision, Bear Mountain250.782.1306
Sweetwater 905Sweetwater Road, Rolla250.759.4527
Campgrounds + RV Parks
Alahart RV Park1725 Alaska Avenue250.782.4702
Farmington Fairways RV ParkMile 10 Alaska Highway250.843.7774
Kiskatinaw Provincial ParkMile 18/km 28 Alaska Highway250.843.0074
Pouce Coupe Regional Park13274 Highway 2250.786.5139
Tubby’s RV Park & Wash1913 96 Avenue250.782.2584
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• 40 Clean AC Rooms • Laundry Service • 24 Hr Tel/Fax/Copy Service; Free High Speed Internet; Fridge/Microwave in every room • Full Cable-27” TV’s
• Complimentary Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate• Licensed Lodge Cafe with Home-Style Cooking
Phone: (250) 782-4837 • Fax: (250) 782-3003
Reservations1-800-665-1759
Reservations1-800-935-3336
• Full Cable - 27”TV • Kitchenettes Available • Large Vehicle Parking • Winter Plug-ins • DD Phones, Copy/Fax Service; Free High Speed Internet• Complimentary Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate
1317-Alaska Ave, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 1Z4
632-103 Ave, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 2E8Phone: (250) 782-9181 • Fax: (250) 782-6733
Sunset Ranch & Cabin B&B | RD 261 Braden Road P 250.843.6966 | F 250.843.6966 | bbcanada.com/6072
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Complimentary Hot BreakfastFree Highspeed Wireless Internet
Fitness Room • Guest Coin LaundryAll rooms equipped with fridge &
microwave • Free Business Centre1200 Alaska Ave. 1200 Alaska Ave.
Dawson Creek, BC Dawson Creek, BC V1G 1Y9
Tel: 1-866-782-1208 Tel: 1-866-782-1208Fax: 250-782-1224
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Toll Free Reservations: Hotel Direct 1.800.663.2749Ramada Central Reservations: 1.800.2.RAMADA
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Northern Lights RV Park30/50 Amp Full Hookups • Large Pull Throughs • Satellite TV
Meeting Room • Wireless Internet • Convenience StoreShowers • Laundromat
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Along Hwy 97S,to Prince George
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Peace Country’s Full Service Hotel
• Newly Renovated• Business Center• Beer & Wine Store• Conference Space• Lounge
• 32” Flat Screen TV’s• Free High Speed Internet
• Historical Display of Alaska Highway
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Toll Free: 1-800-663-2745Tel: 250 782 9151 • Fax: 250 782 161711705 - 8th Street, Dawson Creek, BC, Canada V1G 4N9www.georgedawsoninn.com
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1440 Alaska Ave • Dawson Creek BCTel: 250-782-8899 Toll Free Direct: 1-888-482-8884
Email: [email protected]
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Toll Free: 1-877-782-6008
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W.A.C. Bennett Dam
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Kiskatinaw Bridge
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McQueen’s Slough
Sewell Valley Game Farm
Peace River
Williston Lake
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Taylor
Farmington Rolla
Pouce Coupe
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Monkman Park+ Kinuseo Falls
Moberly Lake
Bear Lake
McLeod Lake
Mackenzie
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Dawson Creek
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Grande PrairieTumbler Ridge
Charlie Lake
To Prince George
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W.A.C. Bennett Dam
Peace Canyon Dam
Kiskatinaw Bridge
Charlie LakeMonument
McQueen’s Slough
Sewell Valley Game Farm
Peace River
Williston Lake
Dinosaur DiscoveryGallery
Taylor
Farmington Rolla
Pouce Coupe
TomslakeTupper
Monkman Park+ Kinuseo Falls
Moberly Lake
Bear Lake
McLeod Lake
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Dawson Creek
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Grande PrairieTumbler Ridge
Charlie Lake
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Landmarks
See next page forExcursion 1, 2, & 3 details
Excursion 1
Excursion 2
Excursion 3
Towns
Legend
Day Trips Tour Map
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Make Dawson Creek your home for a few days and explore the area!
Within a two hour driving radius, you can hunt for dinosaurs, view chainsaw carvings, experience nature at its best, see exotic and local species of wild animals, visit natural bird sanctuaries, learn our history or tour one of the largest earth-filled dams in the world. Get your camera ready!
Excursion 1: Rural Roads, Historic Haunts & Colourful CrittersTime: leave 2:00pm - return by 9:00pmFeatures: Historic Trestle, Museum, Bird Sanctuary, Heritage Hotel and Pub, Game Farm
Before you start out, phone and reserve your tour time at Sewell Valley Game Farm 250.759.4542.
Your Itinerary:• Drive southeast on Highway 2, turn right off Highway 2 at Road 215 (1km east of Wal-Mart), left at Road 206 (becomes Road 213). Turn left on to Carling Road. Take a photo of the restored 1930 train trestle (after the train tracks that cross the road and on your right).• Continue east to Pouce Coupe. Visit the town museum located in the 1930’s railway station building
on 49th avenue. A stop further down the street at the Hart Hotel will show you charming 1928 period style decor and hand carved life-sized statues.
• Leave Pouce Coupe and travel north on Highway 2 for (2km/1.2m), turn right at the Rolla/Spirit River Road sign, travel (4.4km/2.8m), watch for the road sign with the binoculars, turn left to the parking lot for McQueen’s Slough. Stroll the boardwalk and trails and view over 100 species of bird life.
• Exit from McQueen’s Slough by turning left (north), stop at the historic Rolla Pub and view heritage photos of the area.
• Continue north for (26km/16m) to Rylette Road (Road 226), turn right for Sewell Valley Game Farm. Head (2.4km/1.4m) for an exciting end to your day.
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Day Trips
Excursion 2: Outdoor Art, Antiquity & ArchitectureTime: leave 10:00am - return by 6:00pmFeatures: Chainsaw Carvings, Dinosaur Museum, Dams, Original Alaska Highway & Historic Curved Bridge
Your Itinerary:• Drive Highway 97 South to the community of Chetwynd (100km/60m). Take a walking tour through the community and view 85+ original chainsaw carvings.
Excursion 3: Fossils, Falls & FootpathsTime: leave 10:00am - return by 6:00pmFeatures: Waterfalls, Dinosaurs and Hiking Trails, Chainsaw Carvings
Your Itinerary:• Take Highway 97 South, turn left at Highway 52 junction to Tumbler Ridge which is (115km/68m) from Dawson Creek. Join a guided dinosaur trackway tour and visit the amazing Dinosaur Discovery Gallery exhibits.
• Leave Chetwynd, drive Highway 29 to Hudson’s Hope (65km/40m). Stop at the museum, a former Hudson’s Bay Company store that is chock-full of phenomenal dinosaur bones, skeletons, tracks, and fossils. You can also explore the rich Fur Trade, Pioneer and First Nations histories.
A short jaunt will take you to the W.A.C. Bennett Dam and Williston Lake. Take an underground tour of the dam, watch a video on its construction and peruse the interpretive centre. Have a meal at the Look-Out cafe or pack a lunch and picnic at the site by the lake.
• Travel north for (86km/53m) on scenic Highway 29 to Fort St. John. Drop into the museum and enjoy the area’s culture and past or stroll through downtown’s Pioneer Pathway.
• Leave Fort St. John and travel south on the Alaska Highway to return to Dawson Creek. Turn left at historic Kiskatinaw Bridge sign (46km/29m). Detour for (10km/6m), travel on a piece of the original Alaska Highway and drive across the historic Kiskatinaw Bridge, (the only original Alaska Highway bridge still in use). Return to your Dawson Creek home.
• Get your camera and drive (60km/36m) further to be awed by Kinuseo Falls, a 197 feet (60 metres) high waterfall. Bring your lunch and picnic at the falls or stay longer and hike one of the many trails in the area.
• Return to Tumbler Ridge, drive Highway 29 to Chetwynd (89km/47m) and end your day with a leisurely drive home. (If you haven’t visited Chetwynd’s Chainsaw Carvings Park: it shouldn’t be missed, so see it now).
• Return to Dawson Creek via Highway 97 South.
Travel Information
Weather & What to PackDawson Creek is definitely a four season climate. Bring your sunglasses and sunscreen to Dawson Creek any time of the year!
Summer is very sunny with long daylight hours and winter can be dazzling with sunshine over crisp white snow. For the most part, summer is hot and dry, making tees and shorts the most comfortable choice. It does rain, so carry a sweater/sweatshirt and a light (possibly fleece lined) weatherproof jacket to layer (an umbrella is optional). Pack the footwear you are most comfortable in: sandals for the hot days and sneakers/walking shoes for the rest of your adventure.
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Dawson Creek, British Columbia does not observe daylight saving time (DST). This, and the fact that the city is only 20 miles west of the Alberta border often confuses travelers as to what time it actually is when they are in Dawson Creek.
Not adjusting clocks in the summer makes Dawson Creek adhere to Pacific Standard Time which is the same time as Vancouver, most of British Columbia and Whitehorse, Yukon. People traveling from the province of Alberta should set their wristwatches and clocks back 1 hour. For example, if it is 12pm (noon) in Grande Prairie or Edmonton, Alberta, it is 11am in
Dawson Creek. Cell phones will usually switch automatically when the Alberta/British Columbia border is crossed.
In the winter, Dawson Creek adheres to Mountain Standard Time: the same time as Alberta and 1 hour later than Vancouver, most of British Columbia and Whitehorse, Yukon.
Why does Dawson Creek and the surrounding area not change its clocks for daylight saving time? Every time DST has been suggested, and at some points instituted, the area residents have rejected it. 1918 was the first
time DST was brought in and the farmers were strongly opposed arguing that the dew still remained on the crops and the cows still needed to be milked at their regular time and DST was thrown out.
In the 1940’s DST was brought in again. Because local telegraph operators and the railroad schedules were on Alberta time, there was huge confusion over which time to use, so DST was cancelled again. The time change debate continued off and on up until 2002 where for now, the story ends with no changing of clocks in Dawson Creek and surrounding area.
Spring and fall can have cool mornings, warm daytimes and often chilly nights.
Winter can range from very chilly to bitterly cold and snowy and will call for heavier coats, gloves and warm boots.
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Mile 0 Must-Do Checklist
Stop at the Visitor Centre - get all the info on Dawson Creek’s amazing activities!
Not to miss - souvenir photo-ops of where it all began - Mile 0 Alaska Highway at the Arch/Cairn and the Mile 0 Post.
Poke around in the 1930’s Railway Museum, wildlife displays and gift shop.
Pick up a free self-guided walking brochure, stroll the city centre for an hour and re-live Dawson Creek’s history with original photos, murals and interpretive text.
Next door to the Visitor Centre is the one-of-a-kind Art Gallery - a renovated 1930’s Grain Elevator. See fantastic local art, crafts, a display of historic Alaska Highway photos and the exceptional gift shop.
Drop into Alaska Highway House and see how the history of the highway unfolded.
Farmers’ Market – Every Saturday, March to December, 8:30am-12:30pm - home cooking, arts & crafts, farm produce, and lots more at 1444 102nd Avenue.
Shop the eclectic downtown in quaint antique, second hand, and boutique stores.
At McQueen’s Slough, stroll along the mile of boardwalk, view hundreds of bird species and a great nature photo-op.
With a complimentary walking tour, stroll the street at Walter Wright Pioneer Village and discover the area’s pioneer past.
Swim, picnic, loaf, bask in the sun and read a book at the man-made Rotary Lake - free admission!
Go for a power walk or saunter the Dawson Walking Trail – a 7km/4.5m nature trail that follows the meandering creek from one end of the city to the other.
Work out at the Seniors Outdoor Fitness Park - complete gym equipment outdoors with instructional signage - free to all.
Walk or reserve a hayride at Sewell Valley Game Farm to visit face-to-face with wild critters such as muscox, elk, big horn sheep, buffalo and more.
Do laps, leisure swim, hot tub, sauna, steam bath or make use of the indoor walking path at the Ken Borek Aquatic Centre.
Bear Mountain Wind Park: driving and trail maps available at the Visitor Centre - get up close to the turbines, explore the area, picnic, take amazing photos and go for a hike on the Rim Rocks Trail.
Not tired yet? Venture beyond the city limits on some incredible day trips (see pages 46 - 49).
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On behalf of the residents of Dawson Creek and
Prince George-Peace River, I hope you enjoy your stay in
our beautiful region.
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Big, wild parks, dinosaur trackway tours, fi shing, golf, ATV trails, snowmobiling, expansive alpine playgrounds… experience the impressive power of nature
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Join us for our spectacular 50th Anniversary celebrations this June where, among other activities, the past two winners of the Chainsaw Carving Championship will be competing.
International Chainsaw Carving Championship Invitational
June 7 - 10, 2012
CHETWYND VISITOR CENTRE: 250.788.1943FAX: 250.788.1846 | [email protected]
50th Anniversary Celebrations• Outdoor Celebrations• Music Festival• Skateboard Demonstrations• Baseball / Soccer Tournaments• Show n Shine• And more!
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Enjoy Beautiful Peace Island Park• RV Sites • Trailer & Tenting • Playgrounds • Nature Trails • Historical Forts • Boat Launch• Horseshoe Pits • Free Sanidump • Call 250.789.9295 for reservations
Visitor Centre | Open May - September | T: 250.789.9015District Offi ce T: 250.789.3392
www.distictoftaylor.com | E: [email protected]
Lone Wolf Golf Course• 18 Holes • Full Service Pro Shop• Cart & Club Rentals • Licensed Club House/Restaurant • Call 250.789.3711 for Tee Times
History is alive and well hereOriginally known as Taylor Flats, the District of Taylor has been part of the Peace Region for over 90 years. Its colourful history resonates with its proudly restored remnants of the past for those to appreciate today.
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HOME OF THE WORLD’S INVITATIONALGOLD PANNING CHAMPIONSHIPS
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40th Annual Gold Panning Championships August 4-5, 2012 at Peace Island ParkThis fun fi lled weekend features gold panning activities for the entire family, with an Arts & Crafts Fair, and children’s games. Don’t forget about Saturday’s BBQ steak dinner and Sunday’s pancake breakfast as well!
ARTS & CULTURE HISTORY RECREATION
Spirit of the Peace Pow WowJune 15-17, 2012 at District Ice CentreNative dancing, Native Arts and Crafts vendors, Native cuisine, and an Elders Care Tent where all elders can enjoy good food, tea and company in the shade at no cost.