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Fort St. John, located on the world-famous Alaska Highway, is BC’s best-kept secret.

Fort St. John, BC
Joined May 2010
🧠 Think you're ready for anything? Test your emergency smarts with this quick quiz! 👉 getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/… #EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EPWeek
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Through the Provincial Government's Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, administered by the Union of BC Municipalities, we will receive $4.2 million to better prepare for disasters and reduce risks from hazards in a changing climate. Read more: f.mtr.cool/rkpquoqpjj
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We will use these funds to assist with: ▪️ Bouffioux Coulee watershed flood risk reduction report and design ▪️ Rainfall distribution analysis and bylaw amendment for better stormwater planning ▪️ Bouffioux Coulee outfall pipeline protection for local and neighbouring communities
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🎉 We've got some great news! A portion of the Fish Creek Community Forest is now open.  Please avoid entering the closed areas as crews complete dangerous tree and trail assessments and related clean-up.
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📱 In a disaster, your phone is your lifeline. ⚡ Text, don’t call 🔋 Save battery 📍 Pin meeting spots 📞 Short calls only More tech tips: getprepared.gc.ca/index-en.a… #EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EPWeek
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🔥 Wildfires spread fast—so does Canada’s response. Local to federal, everyone works together to keep you safe. 🧭 Stay informed: 👉 canada.ca/en/public-safety-c… #EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EPWeek
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Fish Creek Wildfire Update - May 8, 2025 | 7 pm While the official investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing and may take some time to conclude, preliminary findings indicate that the fire is considered non-suspicious and not deliberately set.
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The City is conducting safety and damage assessments throughout the Fish Creek Community Forest, including danger tree removal and trail inspections, to ensure the area is safe before reopening. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during the closure.
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⚡ Can you go 72 hours without power or water? Build your emergency kit with food, water, flashlight & more. Start today: 👉 getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/kts/in… #EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EPWeek
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We ❤️ FSJ We're midway through the Official Community Plan (OCP) updates and It's time for public input again. Complete this survey for a chance to win a $200 gift card to a local business. Learn more about the OCP update and take the survey at letstalk.fortstjohn.ca/
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🏠 Do you have a home emergency plan? It takes just 20 mins to make one—and it could save lives. 🖨️ Build & print yours: 👉 getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/plns/m… #EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EPWeek
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🚨 Disasters happen. Are you ready? Wildfires, storms, and more—know your local risks to start your prep. 👉 getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/hzd/in… #EmergencyPreparednessWeek #EPWeek
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🚨 It's Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week). 💡 Stay tuned for tips and resources to ensure you and your loved ones are ready to face any emergency and check out all the resources here: getprepared.gc.ca/index-en.a… #EmergencyPreparednessWeek
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🚧 Dust Control is being applied to City gravel roads today (May 1) starting at 8am. ⚠️ Please drive slowly on freshly treated roads. 🛻💨 #FSJ #PublicWorks
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Haven't received your utility bill yet? We're running a bit behind due to the recent cyber incident. But don’t worry—bills are expected to go out next week (March 17-21), and the City will waive late penalties for the February billing cycle, due March 31.
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Fort St. John Mayor Lilia Hansen shares an update on yesterday’s cyber incident.
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Did you know the North Peace Arena has been nominated for @hockeyville?!  Submit your stories and photos as we look to advance to the Top 4: hockeyville.kraftheinz.com/c…
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This morning, Fort St. John RCMP received a report that a youth was in possession of a firearm, and the location of the youth was currently unknown. Out of an abundance of caution, North Peace Secondary School was placed on lockdown.  Read more: bc-cb.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/ViewPag…
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📢 Wednesday waste collection!  Due to Christmas and New Year's Day, your collection will temporarily move to Thursdays for the next two weeks. Wednesday collection will resume on January 8. Want schedule reminders? Download the Waste Wise app: bit.ly/FSJwastewise
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Over this holiday season, our facilities and buildings will see some closures. We hope you enjoy time with family and friends this holiday season and wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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