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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – Office Closure
We would like to inform you that the District Municipal Office and Public Works will be closed on Monday September 30th, 2024, in observance of National Truth and Reconciliation Day. National Truth and Reconciliation Day is a significant day for all Canadians. It is a time to reflect on the painful history of the residential…
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Are You Prepared?
Did you know that your home’s surrounding wildfire risk is decreased when you prune the branches on your trees? You can significantly lower the likelihood that a small surface fire would climb your tree and spread to its branches by cutting the branches up to two meters. Contact Micaiah Taylor, the Mackenzie Fire Smart Coordinator,…
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September 23rd, 2024 Council Meeting Agenda
Special Meeting – 6:00 pm Committee of the Whole – 7:00pm Regular Meeting of Council – 7:15pm Meeting Agendas are available: Online: https://districtofmackenzie.ca/government-town-hall/council/council-meetings/ District Office: 1 Mackenzie Boulevard, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday, excluding holidays. Attending Council Meetings: Council meetings are open to the public as well as available online over Zoom/Phone.…
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FireSmart Curbside Pickup – Mackenzie Townsite – Oct 8, Gantahaz Oct. 9
Are You Prepared?
To reduce the risk of a wildfire, we discussed last week how to remove surface fuels from the ground surrounding your home; We’re going to discuss transferring your firewood this week. Because there is so much dry fuel stacked up against your house, storing firewood in this manner can be risky. Move your firewood pile…
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Council Highlights – September 9, 2024
Keep up to date with Council happenings by viewing the latest Council Meeting Highlights: September 9, 2024
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Community Grant 2025 First In-Take
Attention Non-Profit Organizations We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the first in-take of the Community Grants Program! About the Community Grants Program: The District’s Community Grant Program is designed to provide financial and in-kind support to non-profit organizations dedicated to creating meaningful change. Whether you’re focused on education, healthcare,…
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Request for Proposal – Wildfire Fuel Reduction Treatment 2024
The District invites qualified and experienced firms to submit a proposal for operational wildfire fuel reduction treatments to achieve the targets and objectives of the “District of Mackenzie CRI 2023 Tree Crusher Demonstration Fuel Management Prescription”. Proponents are invited to submit proposals as per the requirements of this request. All aspects of the Fuel Mitigation…
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Gantahaz Water Treatment Facility Resident Survey
Attention Gantahaz Residents: The District is looking to gather valuable feedback on the Gantahaz Water Treatment Plant to better understand if there are any additional water related concerns that residents of the Gantahaz subdivision may have. Surveys were mailed to Gantahaz residents on July 26, 2024 and a digital version of the survey can be…
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BC Services Registration for Wildfire Season
If you have home insurance, double check your policy to see if it covers living expenses if you’re evacuated. Or make a plan to stay with family or friends. If you’ll require government Emergency Support Services, including a place to stay and expenses for food, download the BC Service Card App today, and get validated.…
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