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The City and County of Grande Prairie Councils jointly signed the Recreation and Culture New or Expanded Facilities Agreement at Council meetings held Monday, October 6, solidifying a collaborative approach to guide the region’s capital needs and future recreation and culture…
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Intermunicipal Agreements: Multisport Dome Contribution & Expanded Facilities Framework  Council directed Administration to execute the City County Multisport Dome Capital Contribution Agreement; and the Recreation and Culture New or Expanded Facilities Agreement.…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – October 6, 2025) – A fire advisory is now in effect for the City of Grande Prairie, including annexed rural areas, as of 1 p.m. on October 6, 2025 due to improved, but still dry conditions.  Permitted activities (with caution): Backyard fire pits…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – October 3, 2025) – After five weeks of annual maintenance, the pool at Eastlink Centre is set to welcome swimmers back on Monday, October 6.  During the shutdown, crews carried out a wide range of repairs and maintenance across the aquatics area.…
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The City of Grande Prairie is encouraging all eligible voters to prepare ahead of the upcoming 2025 Municipal Election by reviewing voting dates, eligibility, identification requirements, and voting locations to ensure a smooth experience at the polls. Advance Voting …
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September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, an annual day of reflection to honour Indigenous communities, walk together on a path to reconciliation and healing, and deliver on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls-to-Action…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – September 26, 2025) – The Folktales Tour returns to the Grande Prairie Museum’s Heritage Village on October 17 and 18. Guests are invited on a guided outdoor evening walk featuring a mix of historical tales and fictional stories to set the mood for…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – September 26, 2025) – The City is inviting residents to take part in Grande Prairie Transit learning sessions that provide a welcoming introduction to the local transit system. The sessions take place on October 9, 2025, at the Ernie Radbourne Pavilion,…
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Starting October 2, crews will be working in the northeast quadrant of the city to level uneven sidewalks and improve accessibility.  SafeSidewalks Canada is completing the work, which involves grinding down raised sections of concrete where tripping hazards exist. The…
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The City of Grande Prairie is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Volunteer Awards, celebrating the outstanding individuals and organizations that make a lasting impact in the community. Nominations are open until October 17, 2025. Two award categories are available: George…
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The City of Grande Prairie is entering the next phase of Budget 2021 engagement with the introduction of the Balancing Act tool as a final opportunity for residents and businesses to provide feedback on how their tax dollars are spent for the 2021 year. Balancing Act is an easy-…
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Revolution Place is inviting members of the community to drop into the facility from October 1-3 to participate in an interactive engagement session to share their thoughts on the proposed Revolution Place Revitalization. The engagement session is available for participants to…
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Here are the highlights for the City Council Meeting held September 21, 2020: Municipal Stimulus Program City Council approved $8.2 Million in Capital Construction projects to be funded from the Municipal Stimulus Program (MSP), with one amendment to reallocate $200,000 from…
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Planning is currently in the works to celebrate International Volunteer Day. The Grande Prairie Volunteer Services Bureau (GPVSB) is partnering with the City of Grande Prairie to recognize amazing individuals and organizations with our collective annual volunteer awards. We ask…
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The City of Grande Prairie’s 2020 Trail Rehabilitation Program continues on Wednesday, September 23 in three locations. Crews will: remove the asphalt trail along Crystal Lake Drive between 91B Street and Cygnet Boulevard and replace it with a concrete sidewalk.   install…
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In partnership with the Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce, County of Grande Prairie, and MD of Greenview The Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce are inviting input from local job seekers, employees, and businesses asking for their insights about…
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The Dave Barr Community Centre is a proud recipient of $25,000 in funding from the Farm Credit Canada (FCC) AgriSpirit Fund. The FCC AgriSpirit Fund supports community improvement projects in rural communities at the heart of Canadian agriculture to enhance the lives of their…
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The City of Grande Prairie awarded nearly $50,000 in funding to 18 local businesses and organizations at the Protective and Social Services Committee meeting today, through the Crime Mitigation Grant. The Crime Mitigation Grant is a pilot project allowing for limited capital…
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The City’s Road Rehabilitation Program moves to Crystal Ridge Road between 123 Avenue and 116 Avenue, including the 121 Avenue cul-de-sac on Monday, September 14, weather permitting. Crystal Ridge Road is undergoing a full road reconstruction and will see the addition of a new…
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Here are the highlights for the City Council Meeting held September 8, 2020: Delegates A number of residents presented as delegates regarding mandatory masking.   Expression of Interest - South Montrose Site Council approved an Expression of Interest to explore development…