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As of March 12, at 2 p.m., the parking ban on permanent snow routes, including Priority 1 and Priority 2 roads, has been lifted. The parking ban was put in place on Wednesday, February 18 at 7 a.m. to support snow clearing operations during periods of significant snow and ice…
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Hop on board and ride free all day on Wednesday, March 18. The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to take transit and show appreciation for our transit workers in recognition of  Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day. Transit workers keep the community moving…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to host the 2026 Canadian Wrestling Championships from April 24 to 26, 2026, welcoming U15, U17 and U19 athletes from across Canada to compete. This event brings together top young wrestling talent from across the country, offering athletes a…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents, businesses, community groups and regional partners to join us March 31 for State of the City: Grander Conversations, a look back at 2025 and a thoughtful conversation about what lies ahead for Grande Prairie and northwest Alberta.…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 5, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie proudly congratulates the 2026 recipients of the Women of Influence Awards. Held in recognition of International Women’s Day, the awards celebrate women whose leadership, dedication and achievements are helping…
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The City of Grande Prairie has declared a new two-week round of residential snow clearing beginning Friday, March 6. This is the third rotation of 2026, and the fourth of the winter season. The newly declared round begins with Friday Week A neighbourhoods, then…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 4, 2026) – For many young people, choosing a career path can feel overwhelming. The Youth Career Discovery Expo aims to make that journey clearer and more accessible. On Thursday, May 7, 2026, the City of Grande Prairie welcomes youth and young…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 4, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie is inviting community members to apply to serve on the Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee (HHAC).  The committee provides strategic advice and recommendations to Council and Administration on…
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City Council announced the recipients of the 2025 Volunteer Awards at the March 2 Council meeting, celebrating outstanding contributions through the George Repka Outstanding Achievement Award and the Bill Bowes Volunteer Organization Award. “The volunteer awards are an important…
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Introduction of Chief Superintendent MarsdenRCMP Chief Superintendent Marsden introduced himself to City Council and provided background on his role in Grande Prairie. Presentation of Volunteer AwardsCouncil presented the 2025 Volunteer Awards today, recognizing Margaret Bowes…
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Updated March 26, 2021: As of March 28, 2021, gravel road bans are at 75% axle weight 24 hours per day.  The City of Grande Prairie begins gravel road bans on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. All gravel roads will be at 50% axle weight 24 hours per day until further notice.…
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Community groups or agencies are now able to apply for Community Group Funding for the 2022 funding cycle to support upcoming projects that enhance and enrich the community and quality of life for residents. The City is proud to offer this funding opportunity as one of the many…
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The City of Grande Prairie is presenting A Local Panel on Unconscious Bias: An Awareness Campaign for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21 with a virtual panel of leaders in the area of diversity and inclusion sharing their experiences…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held March 8 2021: Delegations The Community Foundation of Northwestern Alberta presented as a delegate to request funding for Northwestern Alberta’s Vital Signs 2021 Project. Council approved funding in the amount of $20,000…
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The Women of Influence Awards 2021 recipients were announced today in a virtual event. The awards take place to commemorate International Women’s Day in Grande Prairie and aim to recognize local women who have made a strong impact by promoting equality, providing opportunities…
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The City of Grande Prairie has announced a round of residential snow clearing and parking bans on permanent snow routes, starting on Tuesday, March 2. Residential snow clearing begins when activated by the City with consideration of snow accumulations and upcoming weather…
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The Grande Prairie Local Immigration Partnership (GPLIP) is currently completing a survey for immigrants living in Grande Prairie to better understand the local perspective and COVID-19 impacts. Currently, GPLIP has identified six main priorities for their work Housing…
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The City of Grande Prairie is installing two slope movement monitors in the land north of the 68 Avenue bridge near Bear Creek from February 25 to March 4 to aid in the ongoing assessment of the natural slopes, embankments, and retaining walls adjacent to Bear Creek. Movement…
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Traffic signals at four locations are being worked on over the next two weeks to accommodate the installation of new traffic signal poles and removal of old infrastructure. Crews will be working periodically in the following locations: 100 Street and 124 Avenue 100 Street and…
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The City of Grande Prairie is inviting the community to participate in the final online engagement session for the Avondale Area Redevelopment Plan on March 2 at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The session is an opportunity for members of the community to view the draft Area…