All About Peace River
The Town of Peace River is nestled in the majestic valley of Peace River and straddles the banks of the mighty Peace River. The population is 6,619 (2021 census).
Located in northwestern Alberta, Peace River is bounded by the Municipal District of Peace No 135, Northern Sunrise Country and the Municipal District of Northern Lights No 22.
Peace River is located approximately 486km northwest of the City of Edmonton and 195km northeast of the City of Grande Prairie.
Peace River generally experiences a continental climate with low year-round precipitation. Low precipitation causes the summer heat and the winter cold to feel less severe. Local up to date weather can be found by visiting Environment Canada
Transportation
The Peace River Transit network was discontinued in 2011. There is currently no local transit system in Peace River.
Peace River Airport is a municipal airport which has regular flights to and from Edmonton International Airport.
Government
Town council is composed of seven individuals (Mayor, Deputy Mayor and five Councillors) who serve for a four-year term.
Emergency Services
Call 911 if you require fire, police, or an ambulance!
Health Link Alberta
Phone: 811 or visit: Website
Health Link is a free, confidential, 24 hour a day, 7 day a week nurse telephone advice and health information service. You can call from anywhere in Alberta and speak with a highly trained registered nurse who will provide you with advice and information about health symptoms and concerns. Health Link can help you decide whether to care for yourself, make an appointment with your doctor, go to a clinic, contact a community service or go to a hospital emergency room.
In a medical emergency, always call 911 or go directly to your nearest Emergency Room (ER).
Garbage & Recycling
Things to See
and DO
Hospital
and Clinics
New to Peace River
Town of Peace River
Events
Calendar
Shopping
There is a small mall in Peace River called Riverdrive Mall along with a number of the big box stores including Walmart, Canadian Tire and Shoppers Drug Mart.
Arts and Museums
Peace River Museum & Mackenzie Centre
10302 99th Street
Peace River, AB T8S1K1
Phone: 780-624-4261
The Peace River Museum galleries depict the stories of the areas natural history, and the evolution of the town of Peace River.
Peace Players
Phone: 780-624-1000
Website: http://www.peaceplayers.ca/
A local community theatre group.
River City Cinemas
10035 101 Street
Peace River, AB T8S1T3
Phone: 780-624-3123
Website
Library
Peace River Library
9807-97 Avenue
Peace River, AB T8S1H6
Phone: (780) 624-4076
Website
Parks & Trails
For a printable map of the Trails and Green Space in Peace River, please visit: https://peaceriver.ca/community-services/parks/trails/
Recreation
Peace River Recreation and Culture
Phone: 780-624-1000
Website: www.peaceriver.ca
For a listing of the programs and services in Peace River click here.
Baytex Energy Centre
9810 – 73 Avenue
Peace River, AB
Phone: 780-624-3204
Website
The Baytex Energy Centre is one of the finest recreation facilities in Northern Alberta. It is home to the Peace River Minor Hockey League, Peace River Skating Club, North Peace Navigators Jr. B Hockey Club, and many other local groups.
Peace Regional Pool
7201 – 98 Street
Peace River, AB
Phone: 780-624-3720
Website
Peace River Curling Club
10110 98 Avenue
Peace River, AB
Phone: 780-624-2861
Special Events
For a listing of the Town of Peace River Events, please visit: http://peaceriver.ca/events/.
GolfBelow are 4 courses which are located in and around Peace River:
The Creek Golf and Country Club
Grimshaw, AB
(15 minutes from Peace River)
Phone: 780-332-4949
Mighty Peace Golf Club
533056 Range Road 231
Peace River, AB
Phone: 780-332-4653
Website
Heart River Golf Course
Nampa, AB
(20 minutes from Peace River)
Phone: 780-322-3977
Website
Peace View Golf & Country Club
Highway 743 (Weberville Road)
Peace River, AB
Phone: 780-624-1164
Grimshaw, AB
(15 minutes from Peace River)
Phone: 780-332-4949
533056 Range Road 231
Peace River, AB
Phone: 780-332-4653
Website
Nampa, AB
(20 minutes from Peace River)
Phone: 780-322-3977
Website
Highway 743 (Weberville Road)
Peace River, AB
Phone: 780-624-1164