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Municipal election

Retired firefighter Dan Pears seeks seat on Prince George City Council

Sep 4, 2026 | 3:13 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — A retired firefighter with three decades of public service experience is entering the race for Prince George City Council.

Dan Pears, a lifelong Prince George resident and former Assistant Chief with the Prince George Fire Rescue Service, has announced his candidacy in the upcoming municipal election. Pears says he hopes to bring practical leadership, accountability and a community-focused approach to City Hall.

“Prince George has always been home,” Pears said in announcing his campaign. “It is where Dori and I raised our family and where I had the privilege of building a career serving others. Retirement has given me the opportunity to give back in a new way.”

Pears spent 30 years as a firefighter, rising through the ranks to Assistant Chief before retiring four years ago. He says his time in emergency services taught him to remain calm under pressure, listen carefully and work collaboratively to solve complex challenges.

The former firefighter says those lessons will help guide his approach to municipal government if elected.

His campaign is built around three main priorities. The first is creating a safer and cleaner Prince George through coordinated efforts to improve safety in neighbourhoods and the downtown core. Pears also wants to support economic growth by working with businesses, city staff and community partners to attract investment and encourage job creation.

A third priority is responsible spending. Pears says he wants to ensure taxpayers receive value for money while maintaining the services and infrastructure residents depend on.

“Residents deserve a council that listens, respects every tax dollar and stays focused on public safety, reliable services and a strong local economy,” he said.

Pears and his wife, Dori, have been married for 27 years and raised their two sons, Lucas and Noah, in Prince George. Since retiring, he has taken up beekeeping while remaining active in the community.

As the campaign gets underway, Pears says he plans to meet with residents, community groups and local businesses to hear their concerns and ideas for the city’s future.