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Olympic Gold Medal Game: Extended operating hours approved on Feb. 22, 2026
Following announcement from the Province yesterday evening, Mayor and Council and the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) are approving all licensed premises within the District of Mackenzie in good standing to open at 5 am PST on Sunday, February 22, 2026 for the Canada/US Olympic Men’s Hockey gold medal game televised from Italy. Puck…
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2026 Provisional Budget Book
A Special Budget meeting will be held on Monday February 23, 2026 at 5:30 pm. During the meeting, a presentation of the 2026 Provisional Operating and Capital Budget will take place, followed by a community budget discussion. The public has the opportunity to provide comments or ask questions regarding the provisional operating and capital budget.…
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Public Hearing – Nov. 26, 2025 – OCP Update
Mayor and Council are holding a Public Hearing to receive feedback on the draft Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1528, 2025 Why Are We Updating the Official Community Plan? The Province of British Columbia introduced significant changes to the Local Government Act to address the ongoing housing crisis and to expand housing options across the province. Bill 44,…
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Mackenzie Forest Landscape Plan – Survey
The Province of BC’s Mackenzie Timber Supply Area’s Forest Landscape Planning project wants to know the values and priorities communities have for forests in Mackenzie through a short survey. The survey is open from November 10 – December 22 and is available at the link below. Ministry of Forests staff will be hosting information booths…
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Public Hearing – Nov. 26, 2025 – OCP Update
Mayor and Council are holding a Public Hearing to receive feedback on the draft Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1528, 2025 Why Are We Updating the Official Community Plan? The Province of British Columbia introduced significant changes to the Local Government Act to address the ongoing housing crisis and to expand housing options across the province. Bill 44,…
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BMI Group Acquires Former Mackenzie Paper Mill, Establishing Willmarck Mackenzie.
Today marks an important next step forward for our community. The former Mackenzie Paper Mill has been brought under the stewardship of The BMI Group, an award-winning Canadian company that specializes in restoring and repurposing industrial sites into new hubs of opportunity. The 885-acre site, once the heart of our local economy, will be renewed…
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – Facilities Closures
We would like to inform you that all District facilities will be closed on Tuesday September 30th, 2025, 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 school system and its…
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Water Main Repair Update September 12, 2025
To Mackenzie Residents affected by the current water service disruption near Stuart/Babine: We are sorry to inform you that our water quality test this week came back unsatisfactory. The water is not safe for drinking. The District will be flushing the lines multiple times over the next 3 days and we will be retesting next…
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Request for Proposal – Building Abatement and Demolition Services
The District of Mackenzie invites proposals from qualified contractors for building abatement and demolition services. The deadline for proposals is 11:59 pm PST Sunday August 17, 2025. Request for Proposal Completed Proposals must be received by courier, mail, hand delivery, or email to: District of Mackenzie Attention: Emily Kaehn, Director of Corporate Services 1 Mackenzie…
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Canada Day at the Community Bike Park!
Join us for Canada Day Celebrations! Date: July 1, 2025 Time: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Location: Community Bike Park
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