Posts by Cat Smith

The District invites all residents to stop by our family friendly open house on the Official Community Plan Update. Where project team members will be available to chat with you about the project, answer questions and guide you through some interactive activities to get your thoughts on the future of the community. The drop-in style…

National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year. The summer solstice holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples, marking a time of renewal,…

Last week, our FireSmart Coordinator was in Prince George teaching a Wildfire Mitigation Specialist course. Course participants included staff from the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, City of Prince George, and Lheidli T’enneh First Nation, who learned about FireSmart techniques to protect homes in the event of a wildfire. The District of Mackenzie is committed…

The District of Mackenzie would like to extend its sincere thanks to the McLeod Lake Community Forest for the 2024 dividend payment of $300,000. We are grateful for this continued partnership and the meaningful support it provides for our community’s growth and well-being.

This week, Mackenzie Fire Rescue wrapped up our Fire Prevention program at Morfee Elementary! Over the course of the sessions, we guided more than 200 students from Kindergarten to Grade 5 through our Fire Safety Trailer, giving them a hands-on experience with important fire prevention skills.   A big thank you to the staff and…