The Peace River Regional District and the City of Dawson Creek, British Columbia, celebrated the arrival of a new all-wheel-drive fire truck on February 13, 2026. This specialized vehicle is designed to reach remote properties and will be based at the local fire hall to help protect residents living outside the city limits. By using a truck with power to all four wheels, fire crews can better navigate the steep hills and rough dirt roads found in the rural countryside.
Local officials held a traditional “push-in” ceremony for the truck at the City of Dawson Creek Fire Hall on 12A Street. The new unit replaces an older two-wheel-drive truck that was less capable of reaching remote house fires or driving through fields during grass fire season. The Peace River Regional District purchased the vehicle to support the Dawson Creek-Pouce Coupe rural protection zone, which was expanded in 2022 to include more residents.
Firefighters with Dawson Creek Fire Rescue spent the week of February 9, 2026, attending training sessions to learn how to use the new equipment effectively. Fire Chief Marcel Capelle oversaw the training to ensure the truck was ready for immediate use in the community. The truck will be operated by the city fire department but is specifically dedicated to serving the surrounding rural areas under a shared agreement between the two local governments.
Mayor Darcy Dober and Regional District Vice Chair Leonard Hiebert highlighted that the new equipment is a major step forward for regional safety. They noted that having the right tools for the local terrain helps reduce damage and improves safety for both residents and fire crews. This new engine is now fully active and ready to respond to emergencies across the South Peace region.
