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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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The City of Grande Prairie has completed proactive energy efficiency upgrades at the Grande Prairie Curling Centre, improving energy performance while supporting the long-term operation of this well-used community facility. The City had identified that the Curling Centre’s…
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A small seed can be the start of something bigger. Residents are invited to get a jump on spring planting with GP Grows: Early Sprouts, a free seed program at Muskoseepi Park that makes it easy to start growing at home. From March 2 to 8, residents can drop by the Ernie…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – February 23, 2026) – City Council has approved a one-year Vandalism Recovery and Prevention Grant Pilot Program for 2026 to support eligible businesses impacted by vandalism and to encourage practical prevention measures intended to reduce repeat…
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Delegations  Sarah Card, on behalf of the Bear Creek Folk Festival provided an update on festival plans for 2026. Council received the presentation for information.  Public Member Hearings  Council rescinded the appointments of Kalib Thomas and Karanjot Singh…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – February 17, 2026) – A winter parking ban will take effect Wednesday, February 18 at 7 a.m. on permanent snow routes. Parking is restricted on Priority 1 and Priority 2 roads from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Friday, until the ban is lifted. These…
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The 2026 Passionate Heart Celebration recognizes people who make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This year’s nominees are the neighbours, mentors, and front-line teams who turn care into action and strengthen everyday life for the people around them. The…
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On February 22, Grande Prairie City Council approved two new initiatives to support businesses. First, $125,000 from the Economic Recovery Fund for the Barrier-Free Grant to improve accessibility to buildings and properties around the city. Second, a fee waiver for drinking…
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By popular demand, the City of Grande Prairie is hosting another weekend of Family Festivities in Muskoseepi Park, on February 20 and 21. The Family Festivities in the Park presented by New Horizon Co-op feature tobogganing, skating, snow shoeing, free snowman kits, and more.…
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Residents are invited to complete a survey on an Activity & Reception Centre in Smith subdivision that is planned to serve as an emergency reception centre and provide inclusive, affordable, accessible recreation opportunities for all members of the community. A 5 to 10-…
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Eight award recipients in the social services field were recognized at the 15th Annual Passionate Heart Awards, celebrated virtually this year. Sponsored by Family Community Support Services (FCSS) in the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, towns of Beaverlodge,…
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The Women of Influence Awards are please to announce Kari Speaker Smith as the keynote speaker for this year’s virtual event. Kari Speaker Smith, CPA, CA, CFP, FEA is a partner of the locally-owned CPA firm Fletcher Mudryk LLP where she has been practicing for over 25 years.…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held February 8, 2021: Delegation Business 3D Children’s Society, who support children with serious medical concerns, presented as a delegate. Council directed Administration to work with the organization to contribute $5000…
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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 February 3. Residential snow clearing begins when activated by the City with consideration of snow accumulations and upcoming weather conditions.…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites city centre businesses and the community-at-large to attend an online information session about upcoming construction on Phase 4 of the Downtown Rehabilitation and Streetscapes Project. The session takes place online on February 23 at 4:30 p.m…
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The City of Grande Prairie is hosting two weekends of family-centered winter fun across February 6-7 and February 13-15 in Muskoseepi Park. The Family Festivities in the Park presented by New Horizon Co-op feature tobogganing, skating, snow shoeing, free snowman kits and a brand…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents, landowners, and stakeholders from the development community to attend an online information session about changes to the Transportation Off-Site Levy Bylaw. Transportation off-site levies are collected during the land development…