CHETWYND, B.C. — September 30, 2026

Members of the Chetwynd community gathered September 30 for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, Survivors, their families and the communities who continue to carry their stories, in a day of remembrance, reflection and solidarity.

 

The gathering was hosted by the Tansi Friendship Centre Society and took place from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Canadian Royal Legion. The event was a time for people to come together, remember those affected by residential schools and acknowledge the ongoing impacts on Indigenous families and communities.

Peace FM and Chet TV were part of the community to witness and capture moments from the event, documenting the gathering and the people who came together to celebrate this important day.

 

The afternoon highlighted the importance of remembering the past while continuing to build understanding, compassion and meaningful relationships within the community. It was a place to connect, share and support one another too.

After the remembrance walk, participants were then invited to join us for a community dinner, an opportunity to continue the conversation and build community.

 

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a public holiday on September 30 in Canada. It commemorates the children who did not come home, it recognizes Survivors of residential schools and their families and communities. And, it offers an important reminder and incredibly sad reminder that we need to discover the truth about Canada’s residential school system and pursue reconciliation.

At community gatherings such as this one, the opportunity is given to listen, reflect and learn but then also stand together in solidarity behind those whose lives and families have been affected.

Peace FM and Chet TV thank the Tansi Friendship Centre Society and everyone who participated in the gathering for welcoming the community and creating space for remembrance and connection.

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CHETWYND, B.C. — The District of Chetwynd has announced its mayor and six councillors will be acclaimed in the 2026 municipal election, as the number of candidates matches the number of positions available. Six people have filed for the six available seats on the council, and Allen Courtoreille is the only candidate for mayor, according to candidate declarations issued after the nomination period.

Chetwynd will not hold a municipal election for mayor or council on October 17, 2026, because there are no contested positions.

The candidates for council are:

• Mel Deck
• Kiefer Kroeker
• Kayla MacDonald
• Julia Nelson
• Brian Robinson
• Andrea Smith

When the number of eligible candidates does not exceed the number of positions available candidates are declared elected without a vote, by acclamation.

An election by acclamation is held when the number of candidates eligible to be elected does not exceed the number of positions to be filled.

The 2026-2030 council term will begin after the current term ends and the elected candidates will go on to serve the community.

For official information and election updates please visit the District of Chetwynd website.

Source: District of Chetwynd candidate declarations

 

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DAWSON CREEK, B.C. —Sept 19, 2026 The first qualifying show of The RAD Talent Search was a resounding success, uniting talented performers and a passionate community for an unforgettable nite at GDI Lounge.

Qualifying #1 was nearly packed with a host of eight amazing performers as the audiences and judges came together to celebrate music, creativity and live entertainment.

The evening was the first in the search for performers who will go on to the Grand Finale.

First Grand Finale Qualifiers Announced

Following an exciting night of performances, the first group of Grand Finale qualifiers was announced:

• Judges’ Choice – First Place: Steph & Corey
• Judges’ Choice – Second Place: Kaylee Shepherd
• Judges’ Choice – Third Place: Riley Solbrekken
• Audience Choice: Bailey Gavin Myers

Perfectly Unhinged was also recognized with the String Me Up Stand Out Performance Award, celebrating their memorable performance during the show.

Congratulations to all the award recipients and qualifiers!

A Night of Music, Creativity and Community

The event also brought together a dedicated team of organizers, volunteers and supporters who helped make the evening possible

Special thanks were extended to the judges, MC Shannon Anderson, sound technician Jason Pratt, artist Amy Gothard, volunteers, sponsors and media partners for their contributions and support.

The community showed enthusiasm for local talent and live entertainment in Dawson Creek with a strong turnout.

Registration Opens for the Next Qualifying Shows

Following the success of the first show, registration is now open for the next two qualifying events:

• Qualifier #2: Friday, October 16, 2026
• Qualifier #3: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Previous contestants can reapply and if a show reaches its capacity of 12 acts new performers will be given priority.

Anyone interested in participating can register online at:

**oddballproductionco\.com/theradtalentsearch**

With two more qualifying shows left, aspiring performers still have a chance to hit the stage and show off their skills.

The RAD Talent Search continues its mission to celebrate local talent, and provide performers a platform to be seen, heard and discovered.

As the organizers put it: “Be Bold. Be Heard. Be Discovered.”

Chet TV congratulates everyone involved in making Qualifier #1 a memorable success and looks forward to sharing more highlights from the event.

For more photos & videos please visit Peacefm/Chet TV Facebook Page.

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What was a dream for the community has now become reality.

The track and field community came together last September 11, 2026 for the Track & Field Opening Ceremony to celebrate the final construction of a new state-of-the-art Olympic-size running track, as well as all of the future opportunities this provides for generations to follow.

As part of the ceremony, Mayor Allen spoke to attendees and provided comments on what the new facility represents for the community.

A speech was also delivered by Councillor Julia Nelson, who reminisced about the hard road that led to the project and shared a vision when it started.

Having an Olympic-size running track was a dream just a few years ago — it was just an image in her head, of what the future generations could use, enjoy and be proud of. Yesterday was a day when everyone came together and turned that dream into a reality.

Other members of Council joined to also celebrate and commemorate this significant day in the life of the community.

The latest running track is a sports facility on the more. It is, rather, a lasting commitment to the community and the children and generations who will be raised playing in that space.

It recognized past landmark events that paved a way towards reality, the vision of community and shone light on the people below who made an idea into substantially somewhere we belong.

A dream imagined years ago is now a place where future generations can run, compete, gather, and create memories.

📸🎥 Peace FM / Chet TV

Video Highlights: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19Kkh4CdDt/?mibextid=wwXIfr

More Photos:

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