Energy Alberta attended and provided information on nuclear energy. Left-right are Kelly Bunn, Amanda Martin and Schila Shahin.
Peace River and District Chamber of Commerce welcomed visitors from around the region to the Northern Connections Expo at the Baytex Energy Centre on May 1-2.
“This year’s Expo welcomed over 1,600 people through its doors,” says chamber manager Reilly Bassendowski.
“We have received a lot of positive feedback from the attendees who enjoyed the Expo this year.”
The Expo featured events, booths and attractions for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy. Bassendowski says the event has been supported by the community throughout the years and it’s always a well-attended event.
“As of right now we are planning on hosting it again in the spring of 2027, but we are still working on confirming dates,” says Bassendowski.
“The Expo is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to link up with their customers and for neighbours to reconnect. As the unofficial kickoff to spring, it’s typically the town’s first big
chance to get outside, socialize, and see what’s new after a long, especially long this year, winter.”
In addition, the show featured a variety of exhibitors that included machinery and vehicle sales businesses, home-based vendors, non-profits, sports and recreation, financial, construction, and so much more.
“We couldn’t have asked for a better day,” says Bassendowski.
“Between the sunshine, the food trucks, and photo ops with the Tipsy Burro, it was great to see so many people out enjoying the Expo.”
Photos courtesy of Photos by Lori of Peace River
Emily Plihal Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Sole Solutions attended Expo! Left-right are Erin Lawence and Jennifer Deschenes.A colourful cutout for people to enjoy at Peace River Broadcasting! Above, Whitelaw’s Petra Texx Ullrich peeks through the cutout!Northern Sunrise County attended Expo! Left-right are Emily Schuler, Reeve Claude Rodrigue, Lynne Florence, Ashley Garnham and Tammy Brauer.Leaky roof! First Choice Roofing has the answer! Left-right are Alex LePage and Mike Minnes.Town of Peace River Emergency Services attended! Left-right are Tim Harris and Rick White.Lisa Robinson attended and provided rides for any children interested. She owns and operates Tipsy Burro!The host Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce welcomed visitors! Left-right, are Anne Lauzon-Baars and Reilly Bassendowski.Town of Peace River greets visitors! Left-right are Rick White, Tim Harris, Kayla Parsons, Mayor Shelly Shannon, Kariene Whittley, Brandon Dous, and Jeff Forsythe.Rent weighing you down? North Peace Housing representatives may have the answar! Left-right are Don Good and Kalyn Schug.Booths were spread out allowing plenty of room for visitors to mingle. Above, Peace Regional SPCA’s Penny Steffen, left, and Sylvia Mathieu wait to chat with visitors.Penny Steffen, left, and Sylvia Mathieu, attended on behalf of Peace Regional SPCA to highlight their services. Their office is in Peace River.Just 4U Fashions Sylvianne Riczu shows some of her many clothing lines. Many busineses took advantage to connect with customers.Dustin’s Automotive and Small Engine Repair advertised their products and services. Left-right are Michelle LePage and Dustin Turcotte.
