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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 24, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie is pleased to announce a new naming rights partnership with Bannister GP Kia, bringing support to multiple family focused amenities at Eastlink Centre.  Through this partnership, two popular spaces within…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to announce the speaker and panelist lineup for the upcoming State of the City: Grander Conversations event, focused on sharing perspectives and priorities shaping the community. This year’s event will include regional perspectives from Reeve…
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The City of Grande Prairie is implementing seasonal weight restrictions on gravel roads within City limits, beginning Monday, March 23 at 10 a.m.  These restrictions help protect gravel roads from damage during the spring thaw. During the ban, all gravel roads are limited…
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A growing coalition of residents, businesses, organizations, and municipalities across Alberta, the Fair Electricity Distribution Alliance (FEDA), is raising awareness about the unfair electricity distribution rates experienced by many Albertans. Right now, residents, businesses…
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Updated as of April 2, 2026.  Due to current snow and ice conditions, the Easter Eggstravaganza will now take place entirely indoors at the Grande Prairie Museum. The outdoor egg hunts will be replaced with an indoor scavenger hunt, where children will search for paper eggs…
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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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Opportunity is now available to become a corporate naming rights partner for the City of Grande Prairie’s Downtown Events Centre & Arena. Naming rights of this facility will showcase your business in Grande Prairie’s downtown core within a high-visibility space in the…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held March 22, 2021: Delegations A community member presented as a delegate to request a Council proclamation to recognize “Christmas in July” as part of a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grande Prairie. Council…
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City of Grande Prairie crews are preparing for spring melt by thawing frozen catch basins to guide melting snow into the underground storm sewer system. Crews are currently working in the field to ensure all catch basins are thawed using picks, shovels, heavy equipment, and hot…
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Mark your calendars to reserve your spot starting March 22 for the Easter Bunny’s visit to the Heritage Village on April 3! This Easter, the City of Grande Prairie is hopping with excitement to host our Easter Eggstravaganza event once more. Participants can register online…
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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…