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City of Grande Prairie residents are encouraged to register to vote in advance of the 2025 Municipal Election by August 15, 2025. Advance registration helps ensure a quicker, more convenient voting experience by reducing wait times and streamlining the process at the polls.…
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The City of Grande Prairie is conducting FireSmart vegetation management on City-owned public land to reduce wildfire risk and improve community resilience. FiresSmart vegetation management helps to create defensible spaces, slow wildfire spread and support safer conditions for…
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The City of Grande Prairie is inviting prospective candidates to attend the final information event in its two-part series designed to support those considering a run for municipal office in the 2025 Municipal Election. This session is designed to provide information about the…
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(The following announcement has been updated to reflect a corrected time concerning the start of the procession) (Grande Prairie, Alta. – August 1, 2025) – The City of Grande Prairie invites residents and visitors to come together in celebration of Grande Prairie’s history,…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – July 31, 2025) – The City, in partnership with the Grande Prairie Local Immigration Partnership (GPLIP) Council, has launched a new resource guide called the Passport to Grande Prairie to help newcomers and immigrants navigate essential services in…
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The City is pleased to inform residents that the spray park at Lions Park is reopening ahead of schedule on Wednesday, July 30, for the remainder of the summer. The spray park at Lions Park was originally planned to remain closed throughout construction of the new Jumpstart…
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Delegations Sadie Macklin presented to Council with a proposal to encourage increased ridership on GP Transit. Council directed Administration to bring a report back to the appropriate Standing Committee regarding potential free transit days and a public awareness campaign.…
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Step into a world of culture and community at the City of Grande Prairie’s lively Heritage Day event happening Saturday, August 2 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Grande Prairie Museum’s Heritage Village.  The Heritage Day event highlights local history and diverse cultures in…
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The City of Grande Prairie is completing traffic signal switchover work at the intersection of 116 Avenue and 102 Street on the evening of Tuesday, July 22. Work begins at 8 p.m. and is expected to continue into the early morning hours of the following day, wrapping up by 3 a.m…
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With a growing urban canopy already enriching life in Grande Prairie, Council has approved the Urban Forest Strategy to help protect and expand the city’s green spaces for future generations. The strategy sets a clear long-term vision for the care and enhancement of trees and…
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A unique and exciting opportunity is currently available for a local entrepreneur to provide food and beverage services in Muskoseepi Park at the Ernie Radbourne Pavilion. The facility sees high traffic during the summer months which poses an opportunity for a favourable return…
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108 Street between 132 Avenue and 140 Avenue will be closed to motorists starting on Monday, July 27. The City of Grande Prairie approved a barricade permit submitted by Crosslink Leaseholds Inc. who will be installing a new sanitary sewer line to provide service to a future…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites the community to join in celebrating traditional Canadian heritage and multiculturalism for Alberta’s 46th Heritage Day on Monday, August 3. Celebrations featuring historical demonstrations, live art demonstrations, musical performances and…
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Joint Media Release | July 21, 2020 The Business Resiliency Taskforce has partnered with Community Futures Grande Prairie & Region and nine10 Inc. to offer pragmatic and in-depth digital marketing training to local businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19. The purpose…
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The City of Grande Prairie is searching for 10 local artists to showcase their talent during live art demonstrations this Heritage Day. The event takes place from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on August 3 in Muskoseepi Park. Artists will be able to exhibit their artistic ability to the…
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The Downtown Incentives Program is now accepting new grant applications as part of the City of Grande Prairie’s ongoing efforts to support vibrancy in the city centre. The program includes the Urban Residential Development Grant, the Patio Grant, and the Demolition Grant for a…
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Starting July 17, the Grande Prairie Outdoor Pool is introducing additional booking times and increasing the maximum booking size to 35 people. There will now be 6 x 45-minute time slots available for booking each weekday and 8 x 60-minute bookings on Friday, Saturday and Sunday…
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Here are the highlights for the City Council Meeting held July 13, 2020: Delegations The following delegations attended City Council today: Bandaged Paws presented regarding support for the organization as they continue to support the community in caring for animals, the…
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The City of Grande Prairie’s 2020 Sidewalk Program is scheduled to begin throughout the city on Wednesday. Existing sidewalks will be removed and replaced with new, wider sidewalks. Swanavon – On Wednesday, July 15 Wapiti Gravel Suppliers will begin replacing sidewalks on 101…
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The Reverend Forbes Homestead and Pioneer Hospital is officially open for the season. The hours of operation are Wednesday to Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Reverend Forbes Homestead is operated by the Grande Prairie Museum and is located behind the QEII Hospital (10424 96…