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Government & Town Hall
Wildfire G61999 Update
The BC Wildfire Service notified the District this morning that they have discovered a wildfire south of Mackenzie, west of Lions Lake. The suspected cause is natural and the wildfire is currently estimated at 0.1 hectares in size. BC Wildfire Service is actioning the fire and maintaining communication with the District. We will provide an…
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Council Meeting – July 24, 2023
The following agendas have been published at the links below: Committee of the Whole 7:00 pm – HTML, PDF Regular Meeting 7:15 pm – HTML, PDF Council meetings are open to the public as well as available online over Zoom/Phone. Please contact the District for Zoom meeting details by email or by phone at 250-997-3221…
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Public Hearing – July 24, 2023
Pursuant to Section 466 of the Local Government Act, we advise you that a Public Hearing has been scheduled to consider amending the District’s Zoning Bylaw to allow for Backyard Ducks in the R1, R2 and R3 Zones. WHAT IS THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT ABOUT? Allowing backyard ducks to be permitted on properties zoned R1, R2,…
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY – PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT
Public Works Superintendent Application Deadline: 4:00 pm Monday July 24, 2023 Located in the scenic Northern Rocky Mountain Trench 185 km north of Prince George, Mackenzie offers superb four-season outdoor recreation opportunities and an exceptional quality of life. Housing costs are among the most affordable in the province. Local recreation amenities include an arena, swimming…
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Accessing International Workers Through Immigration
Accessing International Workers Through Immigration The District of Mackenzie is hosting the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, Northern Development Initiatives Trust and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to deliver an information session about provincial and federal programs to recruit and retain international workers. Location: Mackenzie Recreation Centre – Community Hall, 400 Skeena Dr, Mackenzie, BC V0J…
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Global News – Mackenzie Interviews Airing Tonight
Tonight at 6:00 pm, Global News will be airing interviews with Mackenzie Residents about the Forestry Industry in the interior. Further interviews will be aired later this week regarding diversity and the effort to successfully move ahead.
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Bear-Proof Your Home and Community
In recent weeks, there have been reports of bear sightings in our area. While these magnificent creatures are an integral part of our natural environment, it is crucial that we take precautions to minimize the potential for human-wildlife conflicts. As part of our commitment to promoting the safety and well-being of our community, we would…
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Council Highlights – June 26, 2023
Keep up to date with Council happenings by viewing the latest Council Meeting Highlights: June 26, 2023 – Council Meeting Highlights
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Cooling Centre/Clean Air Facility
As a result of heat and air quality, a temporary cooling centre/clean air facility has been established at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre to provide temporary relief for those vulnerable to risks from the heat and respiratory issues. The cooling centre will be open for the next couple of days during regular Rec Centre business hours…
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Fire Chief Guise Presented with 25-Year Service Award
Honoring Fire Chief Guise: Mayor Atkinson Presents 25 Years of Service Award! We are thrilled to announce a momentous occasion in our firefighting community as Mayor Atkinson had the distinct honor of presenting Fire Chief Guise with a well-deserved 25 Years of Service Award from the Fire Service. This extraordinary milestone marks a quarter-century of…
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