Students and staff at the South Peace Campus of Dawson Creek Secondary School were placed under a secure and hold protocol on April 21, 2026, following a medical emergency. The school, located at 10808 – 15th Street in Dawson Creek, BC, initiated the safety measure to allow first responders to assist an individual on the school grounds.
According to an official statement from School District 59 (Peace River South), both the Dawson Creek RCMP and the BC Ambulance Service responded to the 911 call to provide care. The situation concluded safely, and school administration expressed gratitude to the students and staff for their cooperation during the emergency procedures.
The school’s administration oversaw the response. This incident required the school to follow established safety protocols to ensure the campus remained secure while first responders addressed the medical needs of the individual involved.
The school district operates several campuses throughout the region, including in Dawson Creek, Chetwynd, and Tumbler Ridge. Families seeking further information regarding the incident and the school’s emergency response procedures can review the official update provided by the school.
