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Notice of Election by Voting
Public Notice of Election by Voting Please see the 2026 General Local Election Public Notice of Election by Voting(opens in new tab) for full details. For more information on the District of Mackenzie 2026 General Local Election, please visit Let’s Chat Mackenzie.(opens in new tab)
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2026 General Local Election – Declaration of Election by Voting
As of September 21, 2026 after 4:00 pm, the District of Mackenzie is officially declaring the 2026 General Local Eelction by voting for the following candidates: Candidates for the office of Mayor: Name Mike Hendrickson Pete Kyllo Address Mackenzie, BC Mackenzie, BC Candidates for the office of Councillor: Name Joan Atkinson Viktor Brumovsky Jeff…
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Hydrant and Watermain Flushing
Attention Residents: The District of Mackenzie Public Works Department wishes to notify residents living in the Gantahaz Subdivision that there will be FLUSHING OF WATERMAINS AND HYDRANTS between Tuesday September 22, and Wednesday September 23, 2026. Residents may notice a temporary discolouration of their water, and a pressure drop. Running you cold water tap for a minimum of…
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District of Mackenzie proclaims September 21 – 27, 2026 as Rail Safety Week
Rail Safety Week September 21 – 27, 2026 Each time someone crosses a railroad track irresponsibly there is a potential for danger. Rail safety is a shared responsibility and we ask everyone to be especially careful when on or near railroad property and at crossings. Tips to “BE RAIL SMART” Stop a safe distance from…
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The District of Mackenzie Celebrates National Forest Week – September 20 – 26, 2026
NFW Treevia TuesdayExpandWhen: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 Where: https://www.crowd.live/KBC6E(opens in new tab)(opens in new tab) Click the above link on September 22 Enter your name and email Select “Go!” when ready Participate in the 15 question quiz before 11:59 pm ET. NFW Photo ContestExpand Contest begins on September 20, 2026 at 12:00 am ET and…
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2026 Tax Sale Public Notice
Pursuant to Section 645 of the Local Government Act, the following properties, land and improvements, will be offered for sale by public auction to be held at Council Chambers, District of Mackenzie, 1 Mackenzie Blvd., Mackenzie, B.C. on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., unless the delinquent taxes and applicable interest are paid in…
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BC Wildfire Service Conducting Debris Burns Near Mackenzie Transfer Station
The District of Mackenzie would like to notify residents that the BC Wildfire Service will be burning woody forest debris near the Mackenzie Transfer Station starting today and lasting up to two weeks. During this time, smoke may be visible to residents within the Townsite and Industrial Site.
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Community Forests Expanding in McLeod lake/Mackenzie and North Island
Mayor Joan Atkinson and Minster of Forests Honourable Ravi Parmar at the 2026 UBCM Convention The Province of British Columbia has announced the expansion of the McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest, adding nearly 10,400 hectares and increasing the annual fibre allocation by 20,000 cubic metres. The expansion will support local jobs, strengthen wildfire resilience, enhance…
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Access and Inclusion Committee: Membership Applications Now Being Accepted
Council established the Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee (AIAC) with the intention of providing advice and recommendations to Council on matters relating to citizens with access barriers that may impede participation in everyday aspects of community living. The District is now accepting applications for two (2) committee member volunteers: Apply on Let’s Chat Mackenzie(opens in…
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Community Benefit Made Possible by IREN
This year, 12 members from the Mackenzie Fire Department completed a Pumps and Pumping course, led by Instructors from the Vancouver Island Emergency Response Academy. Firefighters learned techniques to safely and effectively operate the pumps on our Fire Trucks, as well as how to ensure there is an adequate amount of water being supplied to…
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