Canada's Peace
River Region
Pure Food. Pure Fun.
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Canada's Peace
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Agriculture, Oil and Gas, Forestry, Tourism 
 As a result of the construction of the Alaska Highway in 1942, the population
in Dawson Creek boomed from 600 to 10,000 in only a few weeks. The Alaska Highway, (Alcan Highway) has been declared the world's
16th engineering marvel. |
"Gateway
to the North"
Dawson Creek, Mile Zero of the world famous Alaska Highway, is also renowned for the spectacular vistas of golden wheat fields, vibrant canola, and friendly people. Start with the Northern Alberta Railway Park, hosting the Visitor Info centre, Station Museum and Art Gallery. The original Mile Zero Cairn is located a walking distance within the four acre park which boasts ample parking, from small vehicles to the largest RV. Your tour of Dawson Creek would not be complete without a visit to Walter Wright Pioneer Village, located in Mile Zero Rotary Park. A stroll along the boardwalk will transport you to a time when our community was on the edge of the frontier. Visit the shops, restaurant, and view the vintage machinery. Your journey into the Peace River Country, along the renowned Alaska Highway will be most rewarding when you spend time in this historic community. Read more at NortheasternBC.com |
 Population: 10,754 (Census 2001)
/PCCP%20Working/communities/images/h-historyculture.jpg){kind=small} Incorporated: 1936 
 The city of Dawson Creek is situated in a large valley surrounded by rolling farmland. Fertile cropland, luscious livestock pastures and a variety of wildlife can be found on the city's outskirts. Four major highways form their juncture in Dawson Creek. 
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