Community Resources

Dawson Creek is a vibrant and growing community to live in. We have many of the amenities enjoyed by larger centers, including a 5500 seat arena/concert venue (Ovintiv), swimming pool with a lazy river, hot tub and in door riding arena, walking track and skating in the winter.

The economy of Dawson Creek is based around four major industries: agriculture, retail, tourism, and oil and gas.

For the adventure enthusiast, the City of Dawson Creek is strategically and scenically located. The region offers diverse camping, fishing, hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

For the extremist, rock climbing, spelunking, and mountaineering are less than an hour away. For the less adventurous, one can take a leisurely stroll through any of the area’s beautiful parks and community forests. Dawson Creek and region offers a wide range of recreation opportunities.