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The City of Grande Prairie is investing in a series of projects to enhance and beautify public spaces, creating welcoming places for residents and visitors to enjoy. Approved through the City’s Community Enhancement Funding, the projects aim to improve the look and feel of key…
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The City of Grande Prairie advises residents of a planned road closure on Poplar Drive in South Patterson to complete underground stormwater pipe repairs. The closure is in effect from 6 a.m. on Monday, July 14 to 10 p.m. on Friday, July 18 (weather depending) to ensure the…
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The City of Grande Prairie has awarded Keyera official naming rights for the Activity and Reception Centre, which has now been renamed Keyera Place Grande Prairie.  “Naming rights partnerships are a great example of the power of engaging relationships, and the generous,…
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I am honoured to welcome athletes, coaches, families and supporters from across Alberta to Grande Prairie for the 2025 Special Olympics Alberta Summer Games, taking place from July 11 to 13. This exciting event celebrates not only athletic achievement, but the spirit of…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to announce the upcoming construction of a Jumpstart Inclusive Playground at Lions Park, made possible through a Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities (Jumpstart) gift and support from the City. Jumpstart Inclusive Playgrounds are designed to…
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The City of Grande Prairie is experiencing a surge in housing construction not seen in a decade, with $55.1 million in residential building permits recorded by the end of June 2025, representing over 230 new housing units in various stages of construction. It is anticipated that…
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The City of Grande Prairie has advanced its 2025 capital construction season with road rehabilitation work beginning today (Wednesday, July 2) on Crystal Lake Drive between 124 Avenue and Lakeland Drive, helping extend the life of the roadway and improve driving comfort. This…
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The City of Grande Prairie advises residents of road closures, transit route changes and temporary Eastlink Centre facility impacts due to the Grande Prairie Triathlon taking place Sunday, July 6. Facility Impacts The Eastlink Centre serves as the central venue for the triathlon…
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Delegations The Prairie Gallery Society presented to Council regarding the Montrose Cultural Centre Remediation project. Brooks Hoffos presented to Council regarding rabbits in neighbourhoods. Declaration of Insufficiency of Petition  Council received the Declaration of…
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The City of Grande Prairie is now accepting applications for election workers to support the upcoming 2025 Municipal Election. Election workers play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the voting process. Multiple paid positions are available for both…
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Due to extreme weather conditions in the forecast, the City of Grande Prairie Canada Day fireworks display and reverse parade for Wednesday, July 1 been postponed to Saturday, July 4. The parade route remains the same and will run from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and the fireworks display…
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Here are the highlights for the City Council Meeting held June 29, 2020: Open Delegations Two delegations attended City Council today, representatives from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Grande Prairie presented to Council as an open delegation. Their request was assigned…
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The City is excited to open the Grande Prairie Outdoor Pool for the season with a phased re-opening starting Thursday, July 2. In accordance with provincial health regulations, the pool will be available for private bookings as follows: Monday – Thursday 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.…
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Community engagement on the 2021 Budget has officially been launched by the City of Grande Prairie. Members of the community are encouraged to visit the City’s engagement website at engage.cityofgp.com to participate in a variety of online engagement activities including: A 10-…
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Capital investments in Grande Prairie continue with the City beginning a road repaving and traffic-flow improving project in the city’s west end on June 24. On 100 Avenue between 124 Street and 108 Street crews will replace the existing asphalt, remove and reinstall curb and…
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The City of Grande Prairie is launching a new “GP Connected at Home” initiative to provide free activities and entertainment for residents during physical distancing and facility closure restrictions. “GP Connected at Home” includes the following:  Virtual Museum Take a…
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Here are the highlights for the City Council Meeting held June 15, 2020: City Manager Update on COVID-19 The City Manager provided an update on the City’s COVID-19 Response. The City continues to provide valuable core services to residents and is taking a phased approach to re-…
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Starting June 16 the City of Grande Prairie’s Parks crews are removing or modifying select dead tree snags located close to the asphalt trail in the Muskoseepi Corridor between 84 Avenue and 68 Avenue. The trees have been evaluated for hazard potential and by the City’s…
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June marks the beginning of the blooming season for many of the City of Grande Prairie’s Community Orchards. The City is proud to have over 30 edible landscape locations with half of them ready to harvest this summer. An interactive map with orchard locations and fruit varieties…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to celebrate Canada Day across the community with a wide variety of events planned for 2020, including a double fireworks display and reverse parade. All residents are encouraged to join in the fun activities and show their Canadian pride by…