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Reports Council received the verbal Emergency Management Update report for information.  Committee Business Council approved the reallocation of existing capital funds for Nitehawk to operating funds. Council approved the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships legacy…
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Starting Wednesday, July 31, sidewalk paving stones on 100 Avenue, east of 102 Street on the south side of the road, will undergo repairs. The project, carried out by a land developer, is expected to last 4 to 6 weeks. Construction will take place on the south side of 100 Avenue…
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The City of Grande Prairie is notifying motorists and commuters of a traffic flow change at the intersection of 116 Avenue and 102 Street, beginning tonight, Monday, July 29.  The project is essential for the installation of underground utilities connecting pipes to the new…
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In accordance with the contract warranty from the Downtown Rehabilitation and Streetscapes Project, the City of Grande Prairie will begin replacing several unhealthy trees along 100 Avenue starting today.  Work is taking place on the west side of 100 Avenue at 102 Street,…
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The City of Grande Prairie begins its annual Bridge Repair and Maintenance Program on July 26. This initiative aims to ensure the safety, functionality, and longevity of the city’s bridge infrastructure by addressing various repair needs at several identified locations…
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The Eastlink Centre annual maintenance shutdown is scheduled to take place from September 3-27.   The shutdown maintenance helps ensure the facility’s longevity by completing preventative work, repairs, a deep clean and upgrades to amenities. By prioritizing repairs and…
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The results of the City of Grande Prairie’s 2024 Resident Satisfaction Survey are now available to review.  Completed from May 13 to 31, 2024, the survey collected an unbiased assessment of how satisfied residents are with municipal services. The survey’s findings were…
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The City of Grande Prairie, as part of the Grande Prairie Regional Emergency Partnership (GPREP), is accepting evacuees from Jasper at the reception centre located in Bonnetts Energy Centre (10017 99 Avenue).  The reception centre is open until 8 p.m. on July 23 and from 9…
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Delegations Rick Murray presented an update for Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Boreal Wetland Centre. The building had an open house, infrastructure improvements as well as various events and activities to improve community awareness. Council accepted the presentation as information.…
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The City of Grande Prairie advises that 132 Avenue (Highway 670) between 97B Street and 99 Street will be open to passenger traffic early this evening. The original incident causing the road closure occurred on July 9, 2024, when a CN contractor damaged an Aquatera water main…
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Pickleball enthusiasts are now able to enjoy the sport at the Dave Barr Community Centre. From Monday to Friday, the community centre is offering a drop-in adult pickleball time from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Four courts are available during this time. “We know there is a huge and…
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The City of Grande Prairie has begun the process to create an Area Redevelopment Plan (ARP) for the College Park neighbourhood. The College Park ARP will establish the vision for the area including guiding redevelopment and future growth in the established neighbourhood. The…
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A memorial for those who have lost their lives while experiencing homelessness in Grande Prairie this year is taking place on Thursday, May 30. The annual Healing Hearts memorial event takes place from 11:30 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. by the train trestle in Muskoseepi Park. The event…
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The City of Grande Prairie Youth Council presented their Grande Prairie Youth Engagement Awards (GP YEA!) to five local businesses, organizations and individuals at their event on Monday, May 6. Recipients of the awards include: Youth Friendly Business Award – Nitehawk…
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SELECTED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) – Motorcycle Safety During the month of May, Enforcement Services focuses on motorcycle safety for the Selected Traffic Enforcement Program. All motorists are reminded to be aware of their surroundings and exercise a higher degree of…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on May 6, 2019: Delegations A representative from the Bear Creek Folk Festival presented as a delegate. Amended Schedule of Council and Committee Meetings for 2019 Council approved an amended schedule of Council and…
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City Council approved the 2019 Large Scale Tourism Grant Funding allocations at the Council meeting on May 6. The funding was allocated as follows: $50,000 to the Grande Prairie Stompede $25,000 to the 2019 Canadian Men’s and Master Men’s Fastball Championship $87,500 to the…
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Seasonal street sweeping operations continue throughout the City of Grande Prairie in May and June. Crews will street sweep priority 2 routes and transit bus routes in May, the operation is anticipated to take the entire month. Street sweeping crews will then move into…
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Beginning Wednesday, May 1, the right turning lane for traffic turning from 84 Avenue onto 116 Street will be closed to accommodate the installation of a water main for the Kensington Development. A detour is in place for motorists wishing to travel north from 84 Avenue.…
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The Canadian Music Week (CMW) Broadcast Jury has released the list of nominees for this year’s Canadian Radio Music Awards (CRMA) including a nomination of Revolution Place under the Major Facility (Under 8000) Award Category. The Major Facility (Under 8000) Award Category…