Peace Villa Expansion Approved for Fort St. John

Residents in northeastern B.C. will soon benefit from more long-term care options, as the business plan for expanding Peace Villa in Fort St. John has received approval.

“As Fort St. John continues to grow, so does the need for strong, modern long-term care infrastructure,” said Bowinn Ma, Minister of Infrastructure. “This newly approved long-term care home is a generational investment—expanding access to quality care for seniors, strengthening health services in the region, and creating meaningful jobs for the community.”

The expansion is being funded through a partnership between the Ministry of Infrastructure (via Northern Health) and the Peace River Regional Hospital District, which is going to add 84 new single-bed long-term care spaces to the region.

The project will also feature a 30-space adult day program according to the media release, along with dedicated social and recreational areas for residents and visitors.

“On behalf of the PRRHD, I am thrilled that this new long-term care facility project is advancing,” said Leonard Hiebert, PRRHD Chair. “The expansion means that our seniors can receive the care they need while staying within their communities. Together with all the local community advocacy that has been done, I also want to recognize our partnerships with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Northern Health for their support in reaching this essential regional milestone.”

This initiative is part of an investment that will provide more than 600 new long-term care beds throughout northern B.C, including new facilities in Fort St. John, Smithers, Quesnel and Prince George.Situated on Treaty 8 land, construction of the Fort St. John expansion is set to start in spring 2027. The new home is expected to open its doors to residents by the end of 2030.

“This new expansion to Peace Villa will bring much needed additional support for our seniors in the Northeast and reflects our commitment to ensure that our Northern seniors can age with dignity close to home,” said Colleen Nyce, Northern Health Board Chair. “We are grateful to the support of the Peace River Regional Hospital District, the City of Fort St. John, and all our partners who helped make this happen.”