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Tobogganing is the quintessential Canadian winter experience! Visit Sam’s Hill in the Woodland Cree First Nation and experience the sense of anticipation growing as the climb is made up to the top of the hill. Nothing will bring a smile to the faces of young and old alike, as the exhilarating rush of speeding down the snowy hill on a toboggan. 

Get There: Sam’s Hill is located in Cadotte Lake which is located 86km northeast of Peace River

There’s nothing quite like experiencing skating outside on a beautiful sunny winter day! Graceful gliding or energy-packed games of shinny, lace up the skates and hit the ice at one of the three outdoor rinks that you will find in Woodland Cree First Nation. 

Get There:  Cadotte School Rink –  Located 86km northeast of Peace River.

Simon Lake Rink – Beside the Simon Lake Store located approximately 69 km northeast of  Peace River. 

Marten Lake Rink – Beside the Rec Centre in Marten Lake – located approximately 84 km northeast of Peace River. 

Owned and operated by three passionate women, self-care is at the heart of this family business in Fairview. Services range from hair, massage, skin, nails, lashes, intuitive energy services, a yoga/pilates studio, and a boutique stocked with locally made products – making Revitalized a one-stop shop to care for body, mind and spirit. In addition, the Revitalized team focuses on customer service by providing high-quality services and a relaxing and warm environment where clients are considered neighbors and friends, leaving the salon feeling renewed and happy.

Their dynamic team includes five stylists, two massage therapists, two eyelash technicians, an intuitive energy practitioner, a kundalini yoga teacher and a pilates teacher (watch for classes starting in early 2023). So if you are looking to freshen up your colour, a massage, a facial, an intuitive energy session, a manicure or a chemical peel – book your next appointment at Revitalized. Their complete list of services can be found on their website at revitalizedsalon.com. Better yet, stop by their location on Mainstreet – they carry products and hair tools made by CHI, Milkshake and Redken, all HEMPZ Lotion scents, and their in-store boutique is stocked with super cool locally-made items such as soaps, body scrubs, candles and earrings.

Revitalized has been in business for seven years and expanded to a bigger building located on Mainstreet in Fairview in 2018.

If you are looking for an authentic Canadian activity, that is the sport of curling!

Located in Grimshaw, Alberta the Grimshaw Curling Club is one of the best spots in the region to give this sport a try. Discover what makes this sport one of Canada’s favourite winter pastimes. Curling is accessible to nearly everyone and is enjoyed across the country by everyone. Come experience curling in one of the most beautiful clubs in the region!

Bonspiels

December 27 & 28 – Ice Break Bonspiel

February 1 – Sturling Spiel

February 7 & 8 – Farmers & Friends Bonspiel

March 14, 15 & 16 – Mens & Ladies Bonspiel

March 28, 29 & 30 – Truckers & Operators Bonspiel

Fun Nights

Supper & 4 End Games

Maximum 12 teams/night

January 10, January 24, February 14, February 28, March 7, March 21

Simoneau Honey Buzziness is passionate about the hive. This family “buzziness” provides the region, province and beyond with high-quality natural honey, pollen, and wax products straight from their cherished bee hives. They also facilitate hive-side tours and up close and personal tours where guests put on the bee suit and experience a real working hive. The creamed honey is their signature product that keeps people coming back. This yummy product is a cross between whipped and white honey (available in cinnamon, apple spice, peanut butter and seasonal flavours) but even better. They also have regular honey, wildflower (clover, alfalfa, canola, dandelion), honey stix, fresh pollen, and a large variety of beeswax for candle making and bulk beeswax. Their products are available at the Peace River Farmers Market, Value Drug Mart and Maximum Power Sports in Peace River. Simoneau Honey Buzziness is also the honey supplier for the Board n Barrel in Peace River and Home & Away YEG in Edmonton. Visit their website to learn more or book a tour. Located outside of Marie-Reine.

The Old Bistro – More Than Just a Coffee Shop

The Old Bistro is a cherished local gem, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for coffee lovers, friends catching up, remote workers, and even formal meetings in one of their three cozy gathering areas. More than just a coffee shop, it’s a hub for community connection and handcrafted treasures.

Inside, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of unique, locally made goods, including stunning pottery, woodworking, leather items, and paintings. The shop proudly features products from The Green Goddess and Autumn Jade Studios, showcasing the incredible talent of local artisans.

Their menu goes beyond coffee, offering homemade soups and sandwiches, along with fresh-baked goods served daily. Be sure to try their caramel macchiato—a local favorite—or indulge in seasonal flavors like peppermint, lavender, gingerbread, floral-inspired teas, and refreshing lemonade when in season.

Whether you’re stopping by for a delicious drink, a bite to eat, or to browse their handcrafted selection, The Old Bistro is a must-visit destination full of warmth, charm, and community spirit.

The Peace River Museum & Archives is located in the beautiful Peace River Valley. The museum cares for many objects, photographs and archival records that celebrate Peace River’s stories and history. The museum is a fun and a entertaining place of learning through objects in the museum’s collection as an entry-point to inquiry, discussion and exploration about the region. The archives offers an extensive archives and library for family and regional history research. Drop by for personal research or call for an appointment for more in-depth research.

The museum showcases temporary galleries throughout the year that enables a deeper look into many of the region’s more interesting and thought-provoking stories, individuals and objects.

Looking for a special gift?

The museum has a wonderful gift shop full of hand-crafted gifts to choose from. You will find 12 Foot Davis magnets by a local glassworks artist, art cards by local photographers, fiber arts, jewelry, history books by local authors and much more!

Hours of Operation:

Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm

Closed only on December 24, 25, 26 and January 1.

Exhibits:

Sir Alexander Mackenzie Gallery

This room tells the story of Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his journeys through the west.  Artifacts include archeological finds from Fort Fork, the 18^th century compound where Sir Alexander Mackenzie wintered while on his way to the Pacific coast.  The display also talks about the fur trade in western Canada, with examples of the types of furs trapped in the area, replica of a fur trader’s canoe and an authentic fur press.

Main Gallery

This gallery is home to our temporary exhibits.  These include local history as well as travelling exhibits from other museums.   New and topical displays are planned out each year to fill this space.

Peace River Gallery

The Town of Peace River has a wonderfully diverse past, and we showcase parts of this past in the Peace River Gallery. From prehistoric history and local Indigenous people into the present day, we examine the Town and the people, both past and present, who call it home.

Admission: By Donation

Look no further for a wide variety of wine, spirits, and beer – Rum Runners in Grimshaw has a massive variety of the most popular products, and they pride themselves on carrying a vast assortment of unique craft brews local to Alberta and Canada. To name a few, they have Peace River Brewing and Distilling (Peace River), Shady Orchard (High Prairie), Liquid Vodka and Broken Oak Vodka (Grande Prairie), Crabby Goat (Valleyview), West of the 5^th (Barrhead) and Rocky Mountain Bighorn (Hinton.
Are you looking for a unique item or planning a special event? The friendly staff at Rum Runners are happy to accommodate events, specific orders, and recommendations. They also offer a points reward system that gets loyal customers a discount on their purchase that can be used on anything in the store.

Weekly and Monthly Specials include: 
Monday & Wednesday:  10% off wine, craft beer and coolers
From the 1^st – 15^th of every month – $2 off all 15 packs of domestic beer
From the 16^th – end of the month – $2 off 24 packs of domestic beer

Located at 5820-51 street in Grimshaw.

Velvet Hand Designs, located near Grimshaw, Alberta, offers a unique assortment of original artworks, prints and custom pieces that make lovely one-of-a-kind gifts and eye-catching home and office décor items. Created by local multi-media artist Carolyn Gerk, the pieces are inspired by film, media, and literature. Carolyn’s illustrative work has been reproduced on greeting cards, stickers, keychains, pins and mugs, and in addition to purchasing her items online, you can find her items at the Peace River Art Hub gift shop, Fairview Fine Arts Centre as well as the Nampa and District Museum gift shop. Velvet Hand Designs also features editioned linocut relief prints. Message Carolyn on her Etsy, Facebook, Instagram or Tiktok page if you’d like to learn more about having Carolyn create a custom portrait or pet portrait. She is an incredible artist!

While staying at the Chateau Nova in Peace River, you will have a memorable experience in any one of our well-appointed, brand new rooms. Whether you are staying with us for business or pleasure, our hotel has everything that you will need to make your stay in Peace River comfortable and relaxing.

Please enjoy our beautiful brand new rooms with everything from new 42” LCD TV’s, to all the other brand new amenities. The Chateau Nova is our newest flagship hotel offering you even more great options at an affordable price to make your stay with us the most enjoyableit can possibly be. Our hotel is conveniently located off of the main highway, making it easy to find. Once here, enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and warm customer service. During your stay, please take pleasure in dining at our Chateau Nova Restaurant & Lounge open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Priding themselves on excellence and professionalism, Valley B Aviation are Remote Operation Specialists, an approved Robinson Helicopter Company Service Center. They get their clients safely and efficiently to places that usually do not have road access, and provide aircraft owners with the highest level of helicopter maintenance. Their clients include professionals in various industries such as forest management, oil and gas, and environmental. They also provide the bird’s eye view for aerial photography and thermal spotting. They also offer a hotshot service to get supplies to those hard-to-reach areas in northern Alberta, and private tours in the local area.

Aircraft Fleet


They have three aircraft that provide incredible views: the Robinson R66 Turbine (also has air conditioning and holds 4 passengers, the Robinson R44 II (holds 3 passengers), and the Airbus AS350 FX2 (holds 5 passengers).

Aircraft Maintenance


Whether you are looking for an oil change or your aircraft is due for a major inspection, Valley B Aviation strives to deliver the safest and highest level of helicopter maintenance. Their maintenance staff have extensive knowledge of Robinson Helicopters, and Valley B Aviation has a Transport Canada Approved Maintenance Organization Certificate since 2001. They can work on aircraft at their facility in Manning, Alberta, or they are happy to hit the road and come to you.

The Sand Lake Natural Area is a hidden gem for year-round fun in the Peace Region. This 7,028 acre natural area is made up of boreal and dry mixed wood forest. The area includes sand dunes and is a mosaic of forested ridges and wetlands. Many diverse habitats make this area home to a wide variety of plants and animals. Visitors enjoy the many kilometres of trails by hiking, horse back riding and OHV riding. Visitors have lots of fun here all year round! Winter time is no exception as this area offers many kilometres of groomed cross-country ski trails! This natural area can be found north west of the town of Fairview.

For information call – 780-624-6125

Welcome to the Lodge at Kimiwan!

Located in the Peace Country Region of Alberta , The Lodge at Kimiwan is the first building on the West side of McLennan. As you cross the railroad tracks, round the bend, on your right! The Lodge was bought in 2021 by Daniel and Melissa Labrecque and has since been newly renovated to meet all your accommodation needs. We offer beautiful clean rooms, helpful staff that are attentive to detail.  We also have a Grocery Store with essentials and a Bistro with freshly home made soup n’ sandwich. Let us assist you in finding your perfect activity to enjoy in our town, community or region. Come on in and check us out! Located in the bird capital of Canada in sunny McLennan, Alberta.

Located at 441 3rd Avenue, McLennan, AB, Canada, Alberta

Daniel Labrecque first started his business when he noticed there was a real need in the Canadian survey industry for higher quality sticks. By talking with many different Surveyors and business owners, he discovered that stick breakage was actually causing people quite a lot of grief in both wasted time and money. This problem seemed to come from a combination of poor quality wood and too slim of a cut. In fact, Dan was one of the first to begin cutting 1/2″ lath instead of the more common 3/8″.

This motivated Dan to see if there were other ways the product could be improved to solve other issues surveyors were experiencing. There sure were and he is proud to say by giving this simple product a lot of thought and listening carefully to the people in the industry who are using it every day, we have been able to create the ultimate quality survey lath guaranteed to meet or exceed any expectations!