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  Peace River (Canada) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Peace River (French: rivière de la Paix) is a river in Canada that originates in the Rocky Mountains of northern British Columbia and flows through northern Alberta.
The Peace River, or Unchaga or Unjaja, was named after Peace Point near Lake Athabasca, where the Treaty of the Peace came authorized with the smoking of a peace pipe.
The rich soils of the Peace River valley in Alberta have been producing wheat crops since the late 19th century.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Peace_River_(Canada)   (660 words)

  
 PEACE RIVER
Peace River Centennial Museum and Archives display Native culture and history of the area with themes depicting the Fur Trade, Sir Alexander Mackenzie and Twelve Foot Davis.
The settlement on the east bank of the river was known for many years as the "Peace River Landing Settlement".
Peace River Record-Gazette, established in 1914, is a weekly newspaper with a circulation of 3216.
www.discoverthepeacecountry.com /htmlpages/peaceriver.html   (893 words)

  
 Peace River, Canada
The Peace River, which gets its name from "Peace Point" on its lower reaches, rises in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia.
The middle section of the Peace River Valley, in the eastern Rockies, with places such as Grand Prairie, Peace River and High Prairie - an area of 65,000 sq.
Its good climate and topography meant that the valley was settled very early on, developing into an important farming region and center for the fur trade, particularly with the coming of the railroad in 1915.
www.planetware.com /canada/peace-river-cdn-ab-abper.htm   (202 words)

  
 PeaceCountry.com
The Peace River Country is located in northwestern Canada, in the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia.
Peace River (5th longest in Canada, and a part of the Mackenzie system, the longest river system in Canada)
Peace Country people and businesses are working together in the Branding the Peace Country Association to promote our products and services to the rest of the world.
www.peacecountry.com /about.php   (268 words)

  
 Peace River Regional District, British Columbia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Peace River Regional District is a regional district in northeastern British Columbia, Canada.
Peace River also has four regional district electoral areas: B, C, D and E, six Indian reserves, and one Indian settlement.
The Peace River flows west-to-east through the middle of the district.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Peace_River_Regional_District,_British_Columbia   (370 words)

  
 CBC - Canada Votes 2006 - Candidates and Ridings
Tourism is centred on the lakes and rivers, and on the Alaska Highway, which throngs with summer travellers.
From 1972 to 1993, Prince George-Peace River was a Tory stronghold.
He is past president of the B.C. Grain Producers Association, and was previously a director for grain with the B.C. Federation of Agriculture, a director for B.C. and the Territories with Soil Conservation Canada, as well as chairman of the B.C. Provincial Seed Fair.
www.cbc.ca /canadavotes/riding/292   (952 words)

  
 PRAS - Christmas Bird Count
Each year since 1900 more than 50,000 people across the globe participate in the National Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count of which the primary objective "is to monitor the status and distribution of bird populations across the Western Hemisphere".
Peace River Audubon is proud to be part of this ongoing effort and invites you to participate.
Peace River Audubon Society results are presented to all members at a social/ meeting about one week after the count, in the January edition of the PRAS White Bird newsletter.
www.peaceriveraudubon.org /bird_count.htm   (639 words)

  
 Home (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab-3.cs.princeton.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
Let Peace Island Tours take you exploring down the magnificent Peace River valley and provide you with a wilderness experience unique to all others.
Peace Island Tours is the only commercial / ecotourism venture on the entire 1,923 kilometres of the Peace River.
Your island host and jet boat captain was born on the Peace River, at Fort Vermillion, Alberta and has spent many years researching the history of this magnificent river and exploring its miles and miles of untouched, unspoiled beauty.
www.peaceisland.ab.ca.cob-web.org:8888   (667 words)

  
 CANOE -- CNEWS - Canada: Peace River rages over gas prices
Peace River residents are fuming over the high price of gasoline.
Employees at the Main Street Shell in Peace River have had to contend with some ornery motorists since the price of a litre of regular gasoline hit $1.159.
Stan Lee, assistant manager at the Esso Tasty Express in Peace River, said gas prices in the town are typically seven or eight cents higher than in Edmonton.
cnews.canoe.ca /CNEWS/Canada/2006/07/17/1688748-sun.html   (590 words)

  
 Peace River - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Peace River in Alaska in the United States, a tributary of the Koyuk River
The Peace River in British Columbia and Alberta in Canada
The town of Peace River, Alberta in Canada
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Peace_River   (131 words)

  
 Peace River, Alberta Real Estate
The Town of Peace River is located in northwestern Alberta along the banks of the Peace River valley.
Residents of the Town of Peace River, as well as those of surrounding communities, enjoy a large number of community recreation facilities and activities.
Peace River's function as a regional trade and service centre makes the Town the logical location for a number of financial institutions, newspapers, radio, television and internet access.
www.relocate-canada.com /ab/peaceriver.htm   (225 words)

  
 Rivers of Canada: The Peace River in Northern BC and Alberta
Rivers of Canada: The Peace River in Northern BC and Alberta
At a meeting in far off Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, chaired by Louis D'Amore of Stowe Vermont, founder of Peace Through Tourism, the focus was on International Peace Parks to be dedicated by his worldwide organization.
The Peace River Alaska Highway Tourism Association has been a welcome supporter of our magazine and Supermap.
www.airhighways.com /rivers_peace.htm   (274 words)

  
 Peace River Valley - VR Panorama   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
The frontier moved steadily westward until it encountered settlement moving eastwards from the west coast — in the US the frontier was gone by the 1890's.
It was here, on the Peace River that the last agricultural frontier on the continent existed, with government land available free to pioneer farmers until the late 1920's.
Dry bluffs along the upper Peace River are the northernmost location for cactus anywhere in the world.
virtualguidebooks.com /BC/NorthernBC/PeaceRiver/PeaceRiverValley.html   (208 words)

  
 CBC - Canada Votes 2006 - Candidates and Ridings   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
She is the national co-chair for the Aboriginal People's Commission of the Liberal Party of Canada, and was the Alberta president of the Aboriginal People's Commission for four years.
She is a regular contributor to the Peace Country Sun (formerly the Peace Country Farmer).
Community Activities: She has volunteered with a number of non-profit organizations, including the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, Catholic Family Services in Calgary, the grassroots newspaper Dominion, and is a member of the Peace River Poverty Action Committee.
www.cbc.ca /canadavotes/riding/263   (746 words)

  
 Smoky River Outfitting  -  Peace Country, Alberta
The rut hunts are along the Simmonette River accessible by boat.
This is a rifle or bowhunt during the peak of rut.
In our hunting zone, Peace River Alberta, Canada, mule deer have been on a limited draw since 1997 which has increased deer numbers and added age to the bucks.
www.internetsportshow.com /searchit/smokyriveroutfitting.htm   (624 words)

  
 Hunting Home - Chinchaga River Hunts, Northwestern Alberta Canada
Located 450 miles northwest of Edmonton, Alberta, or 150 miles northwest of Peace River, Alberta along the banks of the Chinchaga River.
The Chinchaga River Valley situated in northwestern Alberta produces some of the finest fl bear, moose and wolf hunting in all of Canada.
Chinchaga River Hunts is the most experienced guiding and outfitting company in this Northern Region.
www.chinchaga.ab.ca   (312 words)

  
 Communities in the Peace River Country of Canada
Ben Heppner, raised in Dawson Creek, is recognized worldwide as the finest dramatic tenor before the public today.
In the Peace River Country, our expansive geography and natural environment set us apart from the rest of the world.
Others suggest the constant flow of the Peace River is what makes us so cool and easy-going.
www.peacecountry.com /people   (205 words)

  
 UFO Sighting Report August 25th 2005 : Northern Alberta (85kms From Peace River), Canada
Northern Alberta (85kms From Peace River) A Bright Light
Last Thursday on August 25th, 2005 my boyfriend (name removed) and I and my aunt (name removed) took advantage of the nice warm weather and clear skies and decided to do another night of star gazing.
He has been given a sobering message for humanity: our planet is dying.
www.ufoinfo.com /sightings/canada/050825c.shtml   (305 words)

  
 Chris Warkentin: Your Member of Parliament for Peace River   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
During her visit to southern Afghanistan, Minister of International Cooperation Josée Verner today re-affirmed Canada’s commitment to rebuilding the Afghan state with $40 million in aid and reconstruction money.
Canada’s New Government to Ease the Burden of Taxpayers
Canadians, and the Conservative government, are committed to preserving Canada's natural environment and leaving a legacy for future generations.
www.chriswarkentin.ca   (1490 words)

  
 Peace River Ski Patrol
The Canadian Ski Patrol System (CSPS) is a non-profit organization spread all across Canada, with a mandate to promote skier and boarder safety and awareness along with first aid services
The CSPS are among the best-trained volunteer medical first responders in the world.
When you complete your first aid training, you won’t only use it on the hill, but you will be able to apply it in your everyday life, or patrolling non-skiing events like the Peace River Triathlon.
www.peaceriverskipatrol.ca   (421 words)

  
 Shell Canada Limited - Welcome to Shell Canada
This month Shell Canada received kudos for ranking as one of Mediacorp Canada’s Top 100 Employers, one of the Financial Post’s 10 Best Companies to Work For, a Platts Top 250 Global Energy Company and one of the top ten most-desired organizations among engineering students to launch their careers.
Twenty-four Aboriginal students recently received Shell Canada scholarships through the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation.
Shell Canada President and CEO Clive Mather delivers the keynote address to business leaders at the Canadian Business Magazine's Leadership Forum in Toronto, sharing his leadership experience and knowledge.
shell.ca /home/Framework?siteId=ca-en&FC2=/.../peace/dir_peace.html   (172 words)

  
 Traveller's Motor Hotel - Peace River - Traveller's Motor Hotel Reviews - TripAdvisor
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Peace River is featured in the following goList.
Explore our site to find travel information and unbiased reviews on Peace River tourism, attractions, maps and much more.
tripadvisor.com /Hotel_Review-g182181-d182340-Reviews-Traveller_s_Motor-Peace_River...   (417 words)

  
 Wild Kakwa Outfitters Hunting Area Grande Prairie Alberta Canada; Peace River Area, Foothill (via CobWeb/3.1 ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
Grande Prairie is located approximately 280 miles north-west of Edmonton, on the main route taken by many travelers heading to Alaska.
Alberta Canada moose hunting, whitetail deer hunting and elk hunting with Wild Kakwa Outfitters, Alberta big game hunting outfitters and guides.
Wild Kakwa Outfitters provides trophy moose hunts, whitetail deer hunts and elk hunts in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Alberta Canada.
www.wildkakwaoutfit.com.cob-web.org:8888 /huntmap.htm   (349 words)

  
 Misery Mountain Ski Centre , Peace River AB, Canada
Your Canada recreation resource - camping, golfing, rafting, hiking, fishing and more.
With information on Provincial, Marine and National Parks and an extensive list of services you will find it easy to navigate through Canada's recreational activities both locally and across the country.
Whether you are looking for a day of fun and adventure or a vacation away from home, PlayDay can point you to information about activities, events and services.
www.playday.com /showAccount.asp?Account=MISMOU   (79 words)

  
 Map of Peace River BC British Columbia Canada
Map of Peace River BC British Columbia Canada
While I only used a word ad and directed people who inquired to my own web page, I would probably use a photo ad if I were to do it again as this seems to be a very effective medium for the price.
Our Peace River listings are always current & up to date
www.bchomesforsale.com /maps/peacerivermap.htm   (166 words)

  
 Town of Peace River -- Welcome to our website!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
For information about the Town of Peace River's Growth Strategy, please refer the Growth Strategy section under Development and Planning.
For Alberta river flow/stream elevations information, please click here.
The Town of Peace River assumes no responsibility in connection with services listed here; nor for any acts, errors or omissions of information contained herein.
peaceriver.govoffice.com /index.asp?Type=B_LIST&SEC={22CE02A4-9DD7-4896-9D59-F86D091CCA4C}   (93 words)

  
 Peace River Hotels: Read Peace River Hotel Reviews and Compare Prices - TripAdvisor (via CobWeb/3.1 ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
Peace River Hotels: Read Peace River Hotel Reviews and Compare Prices - TripAdvisor (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab-3.cs.princeton.edu)
We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Peace River each week.
TripAdvisor™ provides unbiased reviews, articles, recommendations and opinions on hotels in Peace River, including Peace River resorts, inns and B&Bs.
www.tripadvisor.com.cob-web.org:8888 /ZipFinder-zz71068.html   (377 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
The Shamrock Boxing Club is located in Peace River, Alberta, Canada.
We are located in the basement of 10030 - 100 Street on mainstreet.
If you have any questions about the club, call Ken (780) 624-6489.
www.angelfire.com /ab6/shamrockboxing   (84 words)

  
 CANOE -- CNEWS Canada - Archive (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab-3.cs.princeton.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
Oct 20 - Canada richer because of Hungarian revolt
Oct 6 - Canada honours the late Peter Jennings
Sep 14 - Canada loans Dutch armoured vehicles
cnews.canoe.ca.cob-web.org:8888 /CNEWS/Canada/2006/archive.html   (7600 words)

  
 Peace River Record Gazette, Peace River, AB
Peace River Record Gazette, Peace River, AB October 24, 2006
Grimshaw Volunteer Fire Department and RCMP respond to a residential garage fire in Grimshaw’s east side last Sunday at 10:10 a.m.
Proprietor and published by Bowes Publishers Limited at P.O. Box 6870, Peace River, Alberta, Canada T8S 1S6
www.prrecordgazette.com   (107 words)

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