Dawson Creek, British Columbia
The community of Dawson Creek was one of many farming communities established by European-Canadian settlers moving into the Peace River Country. The Canadian government began issuing homestead grants to settlers in 1912 and the pace of migration increased. With the opening of a few stores and hotels in 1919 and the incorporation of the Dawson Creek Cooperative Union on May 28, 1921, it became the dominant business center in the area.
The Northern Alberta Railway built its western terminus in Dawson Creek and the golden spike was driven on December 29, 1930. The first passenger train arrived on January 15, 1931. The arrival of the railway and the construction of grain elevators attracted more settlers and the need to provide services led Dawson Creek to incorporate as a village in May 1936.
Dawson Creek is Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway, which stretches 1422 miles to Delta Junction in Alaska. Visit www.bellsalaska.com for a detailed description of the Alcan Highway.
The Northern Alberta Railway built its western terminus in Dawson Creek and the golden spike was driven on December 29, 1930. The first passenger train arrived on January 15, 1931. The arrival of the railway and the construction of grain elevators attracted more settlers and the need to provide services led Dawson Creek to incorporate as a village in May 1936.
Dawson Creek is Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway, which stretches 1422 miles to Delta Junction in Alaska. Visit www.bellsalaska.com for a detailed description of the Alcan Highway.
Alaska Highway Celebration Events
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Alaska Highway Road Show |
Book Reading with Author Lawrence HillMay 9th 2017 7:00pm
Dawson Creek art Gallery For Info Contact: 250-782-2601 |
Trencher UnveilingAugust 11th 2017 - 4:00pm
NAR Park For Info Contact: Donna Kane - dkane@pris.ca |
