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Public Services
Mackenzie District Warming Centre Now Open
The District of Mackenzie is responding to the recent extreme cold temperatures by opening a warming centre. This initiative is aimed at providing a safe and warm location for anyone adversely affected by the cold weather. Location: Mackenzie Recreation Centre 400 Skeena Drive Registration: Please check in at the front desk upon arrival. Operating Hours:…
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2023 District of Mackenzie Holiday Parade
The 2023 Parade of Lights will start from Mackenzie Secondary School and will head all over the main streets of town. If the parade route does not go directly past your house, feel free to come to the Recreation Centre parking lot, or park anywhere along the route to view! If you wish to add…
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Let’s Talk 2024 Budget
2024 Budget Feedback Each year, the District develops an annual budget that outlines how tax dollars are invested in the community. You are invited to provide input on the 2024 Budget through a survey and map tool on Let’s Chat Mackenzie. The results of the survey will be reviewed by staff and Council and used…
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Bi-Weekly Residential Waste Collection Service
Residents have the following options for residential waste collection: Weekly Rate – $187.56/year Pick-up Schedule – Weekly on Tuesday or Wednesday Bi-Weekly Rate – $158.88/year Pick-up Schedule – Bi-Weekly on Tuesday’s or Wednesday’s Residents have the option to change from weekly to bi-weekly or from bi-weekly to weekly collection. This change can only be made…
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2024 Proposed Budget Schedule
At the Council meeting on November 13, 2023, Council discussed and approved the proposed 2024 budget schedule. This schedule allows for planning and scheduling of staff’s time to review and update the budget, schedule meetings for Council to reconfirm Council priorities, discuss the budget and allow for public consultation. The public will be invited to…
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GoByBike Week October 16-29, 2023
Fall GoByBike Week 2023 Mark your calendars! Fall GoByBike Week is back from October 16 to 29, 2023. Let’s make BC pedal-powered! Join the movement, and ride your bikes for two full weeks! Whether it’s your daily commute, a school run, a leisurely cruise, a workout, stress relief, or just to clear your mind—ride your…
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Mackenzie Fire Department – Open for Applications
Are you looking for a challenge? Want to learn new skills? Do you want to give back to the community? The Mackenzie Fire Rescue Department is now accepting applications for membership as a volunteer Fire Fighter. Candidates shall be: 19 years of age or older Reside within the response area of Mackenzie Be reasonably physically…
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a…
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Save the Date – Mackenzie Seniors’ Week
Mackenzie Seniors’ Week – September 24 – October 1, 2023 The College of New Caledonia is proud to announce the third annual Mackenzie Seniors’ Week, hosted by the New Horizons Bridging the Gap group. Weekly events include: Pancake breakfast Curling Aquafit Mackenzie Community Services Open House Conversation Cafe – Family Feud Squash Community Connection Fair…
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District of Mackenzie proclaims September 18-24, 2023 as Rail Safety Week
Rail Safety Week September 18-24, 2023 Every year, more than 2,100 North Americans are killed or seriously injured because of unsafe behaviour around tracks and trains. Every time someone crosses a railroad track irresponsibly there is a potential for danger. Tips to “BE RAIL SMART” Stop a safe distance from tracks and crossings Look both…
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