The Fort St. John Senior’s Hall has long been a beloved gathering place for our City and region’s seniors, a space for connection, programs, and support. Thanks to a $40,250 grant from the North Peace Community Foundation, the Hall now has nearly a brand-new roof, ensuring the hall remains safe and welcoming for years to come.

The North Peace Community Foundation is excited to announce that the 2025 grant cycle for the North Peace Savings & Credit Union Legacy Fund is officially open! Managed through the North Peace Community Foundation in partnership with BEEM, this fund is a testament to our shared commitment to building a thriving, healthy, and resilient North Peace and Northern Rockies region.

The City of Fort St. John’s 2025 Grants-in-Aid program is now accepting applications and the North Peace Community Foundation is proud to once again administer this impactful initiative in partnership with the City.

The North Peace Community Foundation is happy to support and share an upcoming initiative in our community which focuses on leading together for resilience.

This event will provide critical insights into Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), its impacts, and how the community can work together to foster a healthier relationship with alcohol.

The North Peace Community Foundation is thrilled to announce the following grant awards for the inaugural year of the North Peace Savings Community Legacy Fund:

• Northern Rockies Child Development Association - $25,000 in support of the Northern Rockies Early Learning program

• Fort Nelson Historical Society - $5,000 to support the creation of a Celebration of Lights event

• Fort St. John Association for Community Living - $5,000 to support the creation of a Financial Literacy designed for individuals with developmental disabilities and complex needs

• Duncan Cran PAC - $10,000 to assist with the expenses of resurfacing the gymnasium wall

• Fort St. John Public Library Association - $5,000 in support of the 2024 Summer Reading Club

The Ready Relief & Recovery Fund of the North Peace & Northern Rockies is a vital campaign aimed at supporting the communities impacted by recent wildfires in the North Peace and Northern Rockies regions. This crucial initiative seeks to extend a helping hand to communities and community-based organizations during the critical evacuation periods, and in facilitating community recovery and resilience in the aftermath of this and future disasters.

North Peace Community Foundation is happy to announce we’re looking for new Board and committee members.

Our current board of directors will be selecting up to 3 director candidates for a 3-year term, and up to 7 committee candidates for either 2 or 3-year terms.

The North Peace Community Foundation and Coastal GasLink are excited to announce the establishment of the Coastal GasLink Community Fund initiated with a $50,000 gift, which reflects Coastal GasLink’s ongoing commitment to supporting and investing in the futures of the communities situated along the 670 Km Coastal GasLink route. Coastal GasLink and TC Energy have spent over $11 million in Community Investments & Sponsorships in Northern B.C. supporting local and Indigenous communities along the route.

The North Peace Community Foundation and Interior Savings are excited to announce the creation of the North Peace Savings Community Legacy Fund, a transformative initiative aimed at investing $1,000,000 into community programs and services to foster enduring positive impacts throughout the North Peace and Northern Rockies regions over the next two decades. 

For those that attended the September 26 meeting of 100 Women Who Care Fort St. John, it was an incredible evening filled with excitement and generosity. With nearly 200 women in attendance, far surpassing expectations, the donation amount for the chosen charity was higher than anticipated.

The exciting course of events in regard to the three charities that presented their causes for consideration firstly saw Saplings Mental Health Services receive exceptional support from the women of Fort St. John, winning the majority vote and being rewarded with a $31,100 donation. This amount will undoubtedly make a significant difference in their efforts to support mental health in our community.

The North Peace Community Foundation is proud to have partnered with the local organizing committee of 100 Women Who Care in Fort St. John. This partnership will provide a seamless online donation experience for the members. Members can both purchase tickets to one of the 100 Women Who Care meetings and also choose to donate to the 100 Women Who Care fund using the Foundation’s website.

Today, the North Peace Community Foundation is pleased to formally announce $187,400 in funding to support three (3) projects in the North Peace and Northern Rockies regions through the Government of Canada’s Community Services Recovery Fund. The Community Services Recovery Fund is a one-time investment of $400 million by the Government of Canada to help community service organizations, charities, non-profits, and Indigenous governing bodies located in Canada.

Peace River Hydro Partners, through their employees outstanding commitment to recycling on-site and desire to see their efforts result in a community legacy, have generously gifted the North Peace Community Foundation $25,000 to establish a “Building a Better Tomorrow Fund”. This generous gift will be endowed to provide opportunities for charities and non-profit organizations throughout B.C.’s North Peace Region who are making a difference today and are committed to serving their communities in the future.

PETRONAS Energy Canada Ltd. (PETRONAS Canada) has committed $500,000 over five years to the North Peace Community Foundation in support of the community through the creation of the PETRONAS Sustainable Communities Fund. This generous gift will be endowed to provide opportunities for charities and non-profit organizations throughout B.C.’s North Peace Region who are making a difference today and are committed to serving their communities in the future.

The North Peace Community Foundation (NPCF) was established in 2021 to bring together the financial resources of industry, business, families and individuals through grants created by endowed funds for projects and programs that focus on “For the Future of the People” of BC’s North Peace region. The North Peace Community Foundation is pleased to update the community on the significant start-up milestones achieved.

Following an exhaustive search, the inaugural Board of Directors for the North Peace Community Foundation has announced the hiring of Susan Adams as the Executive Director. Most recently, Susan was the Executive Director of the Downtown Vernon Association and brings a wealth of experience in economic development, community programming and communications.