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Business Walks 2026
Business Walks Are Coming Up! The District of Mackenzie will be conducting our annual Business Walks on Monday, November 2, 2026. This is a valuable opportunity for us to connect with local businesses, hear about your successes and challenges, and learn how we can better support the business community. If you would like to schedule…
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Project Feedback – Access for all First Beach
We Want to Hear From You! After consultation with the District’s Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee and review of the Mackenzie Age-Friendly Accessibility and Inclusion Action Plan, the District set-out in 2026 to make several accessibility improvements at First Beach on Morfee Lake. This project aimed to provide improved access to the beach and water…
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Have Your Say on Proposed Short-Term Rental Regulations
The District is reviewing its approach to regulating short‑term rentals, such as Airbnb and VRBO, and is seeking input from the community to help inform future Council decisions. What is a Short-Term Rental? Short-term rentals are the rental of a residential home – or one or more rooms within it – for a short period…
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IREN Community Coffee Chats
IREN Community Coffee Chats Have questions about IREN’s operations in Mackenzie? Join them for a Community Coffee Chat! Location: The Purple Bicycle, 600 Mackenzie Blvd Date: Tuesday, September 22 Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Everyone is welcome to stop by, meet the team, ask questions, and learn more. Can’t make it? Send your questions…
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Coffee with Community Futures
Join Community Futures for a FREE Coffee & Conversation! Drop by the Purple Bicycle on Friday, August 28, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and connect with your local Community Futures team over a complimentary coffee. Whether you’re thinking about starting a business, looking to grow, planning an exit strategy, or simply exploring possibilities,…
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Last Call for Vendors – Northern Roots Symposium – August 29
Last Call for Market Vendors – Northern Roots Symposium 2026 Are you a grower, maker, baker, artisan, or food producer in Northern BC? We’re looking for market vendors to join the Northern Roots Symposium: Planting Seeds of Opportunity on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre. This community-focused event celebrates northern agriculture, gardening,…
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FREE – Marketing and Sales Workshop – August 20 & September 3
FREE Marketing & Sales Workshops for Local Businesses! A great business deserves to be seen, remembered, and understood. Community Futures Fraser Fort George is offering FREE online Marketing & Sales Workshops designed to help entrepreneurs connect with the right customers, communicate their value, and grow their business with confidence. Upcoming Sessions August 20, 2026 |…
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Northern Roots Symposium 2026: Planting Seeds of Opportunity
Northern Roots Symposium 2026: Planting Seeds of Opportunity The District of Mackenzie is excited to welcome everyone to the Northern Roots Symposium: Planting Seeds of Opportunity, taking place August 28-29, 2026, at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre. This two-day celebration of agriculture, gardening, food, and community will feature interactive activities, competitions, local vendors, educational speakers, family…
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Request for Proposal – Explore Mackenzie Marketing Strategy Implementation
The District invites qualified and experienced firms to submit a proposal for the implementation of the District’s Explore Mackenzie Marketing Strategy. The successful proponent will provide website development, brand adoption, content creation, digital marketing, photography and videography, and related implementation services to support the “Explore Mackenzie” strategy. The District of Mackenzie has developed its marketing…
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BC Resource Road Access Survey
Help Protect Access to Resource Roads in and Around Mackenzie Many of the forestry roads used throughout the Mackenzie area were originally built to support resource development and forestry operations. Beyond their industrial purpose, these roads provide important access for residents and visitors to enjoy outdoor recreation, including hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling,…
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