The Peace Region is home to talented people, thriving businesses and strong community organizations.  

Through our Energy Lives Here series, we’re introducing some of the local people and businesses Energy Alberta works with as we connect with communities and advance the Peace River Nuclear Power Project.

Sharing the Peace Region

For Felix and Alana Bergeron, owners of Peace River Adventures, their story starts where much of life in the region does: on the Peace River.

With its winding river, rolling hills and vast forests, the region offers no shortage of opportunities to explore.

And for the past four years, the couple has made it their business to help others experience everything it has to offer.

"We wanted to share those experiences with other people, especially those who may not have had the opportunity to get out on the river and see this beautiful part of Alberta in a whole new way. "

The husband-and-wife team brings together their different but complementary backgrounds and areas of expertise. Felix is a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician and Marine Service Technician with more than 30 years of experience on the river. Alana brings more than 12 years of experience in business administration, marketing and tourism.

Together, they have grown Peace River Adventures into an outdoor tourism business offering jet boat tours, hiking and dark-sky tours, e-bike and paddle equipment rentals, shuttle services and river transportation.

Creating a Place to Gather  

At the center of it all is the Peace River Adventures Campground, located within the Town of Peace River. More than a place for visitors to stay, Felix and Alana have worked to create a gathering place for the community.

"The campground has become a community hub, hosting a variety of events throughout the year, including our annual concert series and other live music, outdoor and community events."

The campground also hosts the annual 10 Acre Shaker Music Festival and serves as a starting point for many of the experiences Peace River Adventures offers throughout the region.

But for Felix and Alana, it's the people they meet along the way who make the work especially rewarding.  

"One of our favourite parts of what we do is meeting people from all over and showing them our little slice of paradise. We are always learning, exploring and finding new ways to get people outside and experience the Peace Region."

A Shared Connection to the River

This connection to the river has also brought Peace River Adventures and Energy Alberta together.

Peace River Adventures has provided boat transportation and support for water studies related to the Peace River Nuclear Power Project. The studies help Energy Alberta better understand the river and surrounding environment as part of Project planning.

Working with local businesses like Peace River Adventures brings valuable knowledge and experience to the Project. For Felix and Alana, these relationships are part of what makes the Peace Region a great place to do business.

"It means a lot when larger companies take the time to build relationships locally and be part of the community they are working in. That kind of support and collaboration is a big part of what makes the Peace Region such a great place to live, work and build a business."

Looking to the Future

As a local business, Peace River Adventures sees the potential for major projects to create opportunities that extend throughout the regional economy.

More jobs and people coming to the region can increase demand for accommodations, restaurants, tourism and other local services while creating opportunities for new businesses and investment.

Felix and Alana also recognize that growth needs to be planned carefully.

"Growth also comes with challenges, which is why community planning is so important."

For Peace River Adventures, the future is about continuing to build on what brought their business to life in the first place: a love for the outdoors, the river and the community surrounding it.

From the campground to the river, every experience is another opportunity for Felix and Alana to share what makes the Peace Region a place they're proud to call home.

Stay Connected with Peace River Adventures:

Facebook Page: Peace River Adventures

Instagram Page: Peace River Adventures

Peace River Adventures Website: peaceriveradventures.ca

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