Peace River Bible Institute is an interdenominational Bible college in Sexsmith, Alberta, founded in 1933, focused on evangelical Christianity.
Peace River Bible Institute is an interdenominational school that focuses on the basics of evangelical Christianity. Since 1933, it has focused on the inerrant Word of God and disciple-making, mentoring students in their relationship with Jesus, others, and the world. Its mission is to conduct a Bible College and train students in a thorough knowledge of the Word of God, and to train students to become ministers, whether at home or abroad. The vision is for every student to encounter Christ in ways that transform their life, energize their church, and impact their world.
Walter McNaughton set out from Mannville, AB, on bicycle in October 1933 after receiving a letter from Mrs. Monge to start a Bible school in the Peace River country. The school began in the Berwyn area on December 6 with 5 students, a cook and Mr. McNaughton as teacher. In September of 1934, the school moved to Grande Prairie with 18 students. By the fall of 1935, the school moved to its current location in Sexsmith, thanks to the donation of land by Mr. Lee Warren.
Peace River Bible Institute offers a Foundations Certificate of 1 year, a REACH Certificate of 1 year, an Associate of Christian Studies Diploma of 2 years, a Bachelor of Biblical Studies Degree of 3 years, and a Bachelor of Religious Education Degree of 4 years. All degrees major in Bible.
The campus includes the PRBI Library and the Impact Athletics sports program. The college's mailing address is P.O. Box 99, Sexsmith, AB, Canada.
General admission is available to full-time Canadian students. International students are admitted through an English proficiency test requirement.