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Applications are now open for  businesses to apply for the Sidewalk Patio Program. The Sidewalk Patio Program is a new initiative that enables local businesses to expand their outdoor dining and seating areas onto public sidewalks and roadways, thereby creating lively…
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The City of Grande Prairie Fire Department has lifted the fire restriction for the City of Grande Prairie as of May 30. The recent and expected rainfall has resulted in a low wildfire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. While a fire can still ignite, it is not expected to…
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Get ready for a fun-filled Canada Day with The City of Grande Prairie on July 1!  The celebrations kick off with the Canada Day parade, move to Muskoseepi Park with all-day activities for all ages and cap off with fireworks over the reservoir.  "Canada Day in Grande…
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Create grander splashes at the Aquatera Outdoor Pool this summer with private facility bookings starting June 8.  Private facility rentals are available in one-hour time slots (for a maximum of two hours) on Saturdays and Sundays between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. during the outdoor…
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The deadline for interested artists to submit expressions of interest for the creation of a Treaty 8 monument has been extended to June 12. The City of Grande Prairie is seeking Requests for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) from artists for the creation of a local monument…
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At approximately 6:00 p.m. yesterday evening, the Grande Prairie Fire Department (GPFD) responded to reports of a wildfire in the area of Crystal Lake Park. The department initiated a full-scale response, calling in off-duty personnel to assist with the incident while ensuring…
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The Aquatera Outdoor Pool schedule is now viewable as the facility gears up to open for the season on Friday, June 7 at the Here Comes Summer event.  “We look forward to re-opening the Aquatera Outdoor Pool for the summer,” said City of Grande Prairie Mayor, Jackie Clayton…
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The City of Grande Prairie is reminding residents of the upcoming public hearing on June 3, 2024, regarding proposed amendments to the regulations for secondary suites. During the hearing, interested residents can share their opinions with Council regarding the proposed…
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The City of Grande Prairie is pleased to announce the launch of  "GP Grows: On Tour," a series of engaging events designed to help residents connect with nature and enjoy the benefits of growing their own food. This season, the City invites the community to participate in…
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Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Endorsement Council endorsed Mayor Clayton to stand for election on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Board of Directors for the period starting June 2024 and ending June 2025.  Council will assume all costs associated…
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Thursday, March 21 marks the International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination and the City of Grande Prairie is commemorating this day with a free, community event at Teresa Sargent Hall in the Montrose Cultural Centre. Community members are invited to attend from 1:00…
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Transit route 3 (including St. Joes and John Paul II), route 6, and route 7 are all returning to their normal routes and schedules along Knowledge Way West on Saturday, March 9. The routes had been temporarily re-routed to accommodate construction in the area that is now…
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Eight awards were presented to 24 individuals at the Grande Prairie Fire Department’s Annual Awards and Medal Presentation on March 8 in Council Chambers.  The awards recognize long-service to firefighting, and outstanding contributions to fire services. “We have an…
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The Women Of Influence Awards reception took place today to celebrate International Women’s Day and recognize local women who have made a strong impact as leaders, innovators and change-makers in the community. Three awards were presented: Young Woman of Influence, Trailblazing…
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The community is invited to attend ‘A Path Forward: Simple Connections, Stronger Families’, a free two-day community conference that teaches the public how to strengthen the family unit. The conference takes place on March 15 and 16, 2019 at the Stonebridge Hotel located at…
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SELECTED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) - Occupant Restraints (Seat Belts) In March, the Selected Traffic Enforcement Program will concentrate on vehicle occupant restraints.  The chance of surviving a collision increases dramatically when the occupants are wearing…
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Below are the daily snow clearing updates for the week of March 4 to 8, 2019:   Friday, March 8, 2019 City crews are picking up windrows from paved lanes and picking up snow piles from cul-de-sacs. Crews are also clearing culverts, opening catch basins in preparations for…
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Dave Barr Community Centre is celebrating another year of offering a variety of services to the community of Grande Prairie with a free skate and open house on March 5. The event takes place from 4:30 p.m.- 6:45 p.m. with the open house focusing on the childcare services area.…
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Parking bans on permanent snow routes have been lifted as of 9 p.m. on Wednesday, February 27. The City thanks all residents for their cooperation during snow clearing efforts since parking bans began on January 2, 2019. The parking bans began on January 2, since then the region…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting on February 25, 2019: Land Use Bylaw Amendment C-1260-103 Council approved Land Use Bylaw Amendment C-1260-103, re-designating 820484 Street from an Urban Reserve District to a Site Specific Direct Control District. This…