Regional Growth Strategy

Regional Growth Strategy Adopted by the Regional Board!

The Regional Growth Strategy was adopted by the Regional Board on July 17th, 2025.

Over the next year staff will begin actioning the strategy and each year will prepare an annual report to provide an update on progress!

We would like to thank everyone who participated throughout this project and shared their input and feedback on this important document.

Together we are shaping a bright and prosperous region for years to come!

Regional Growth Strategy - Final Phase!

The Regional Growth Strategy is in the final phase with adoption anticipated July 17th, 2025.

Once the bylaw is adopted, staff will begin actioning the strategy and each year will prepare an annual report to provide an update on progress!

We would like to thank everyone who participated throughout this project and shared their input and feedback on this important document.

Together we are shaping a bright and prosperous region for years to come!

Regional Growth Strategy - Public Hearing on April 10!

The Peace River Regional District is hosting a meeting to discuss the proposed Regional Growth Strategy.

When:
April 10, 2025 | 10:00am

Where:
PRRD Office, 1981 Alaska Ave., Dawson Creek, BC

For More Information or to Submit Comments:

Contact Development Services:

250-784-3200

Toll Free: 1-800-670-7773

Email: planning@prrd.bc.ca

View the Draft RGS here.

Written comments or concerns accepted until 4:00 pm April 9, 2025.

Documents may be viewed Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm at 1981 Alaska Avenue Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4H8.

Draft Regional Growth Strategy Now Available!

The public review of the draft Regional Growth Strategy (RGS) for the Peace River Regional District is a crucial step in shaping the future of the region! As we enter the fourth and final phase of this comprehensive project, community involvement becomes more important than ever.

Presented to the Regional Board on February 20, 2025, the draft RGS outlines a visionary plan for the next two decades, addressing challenges such as population growth, service demands, economic shifts and a changing climate. Engaging with the public allows residents to provide valuable feedback and insights, ensuring the strategy reflects the needs and aspirations of the community. This collaborative process will help refine the plan before its anticipated adoption as a regional bylaw in July 2025, ultimately fostering a thriving and resilient region.

As staff present the draft to member municipalities and neighboring districts, the voice of the public is essential in driving a collective vision for sustainable growth and development.

Review the draft Regional Growth Strategy and submit your feedback by emailing rgs@prrd.bc.ca.

What We Heard report is now available!

We're excited to share the What We Heard Report!

This report summarizes the work completed to date and most importantly, what we heard through Phases 1 & 2 of public engagement. The project is currently on track and we are working on preparing the Draft Regional Growth Strategy for public feedback in 2025!

Key findings

Respondents were asked to rank the top four regional issues that were most important to them from a list provided in the survey. The four bolded issues were clearly prioritized above the bottom four.

1. Regional Economy
2. Housing and Affordability
3. Agriculture and Food Security
4. Public Health and Safety
5. Transportation
6. Parks and Natural Areas
7. Regional District Services
8. Climate Change and Resilience

Common themes

In Phase 1, the following key themes emerged as important to residents in Phase 1 (listed in no specific order):

• Rural character and voice
• Quality of life and affordability
• Regional economy
• Regional services and communications
• Climate

In Phase 2, the following key themes emerged as important to residents in Phase 1 (listed in no specific order):

• Building local capacity and resiliency
• Affordability and affordable housing availability
• Transportation infrastructure
• Water conservation, access and management
• There is a desire for more rural and agricultural presence and inclusion
• Food security
• Developing and expanding amenities

Regional Profile is now available!

The Regional Profile is now available for review. This background document takes a look at current trends in the region and outlines some potential policy topics that will be refined through the upcoming public engagement sessions.

We have also developed 4 fact sheets based on the topics that are at the forefront of people's minds based on engagement so far. The topics are (in no order):

• The Regional Economy
• Health, Wellbeing & Safety
• Agriculture
• Housing & Affordability