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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – October 30, 2025) – The City of Grande Prairie, through Invest Grande Prairie, has launched the Fibre Gap Analysis Project in partnership with the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) to better understand local internet service levels and…
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Grande Prairie City Council invites residents to attend the annual Council’s Interfaith Lunch on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Teresa Sargent Hall.  The Interfaith Lunch brings together residents and faith leaders from across the community to…
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Oath of Office City Council has officially assumed office after taking the Oath of Office. Mayor’s address Mayor Clayton provided an address following the swearing-in ceremony, reflecting on the achievements of the past Council term and looking forward to the term ahead to…
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The City of Grande Prairie’s Returning Officer has confirmed the official results of the 2025 Municipal Election. As part of the official verification process that follows the release of unofficial results, all vote counts were reviewed and confirmed in accordance with the Local…
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The City of Grande Prairie has released the unofficial results of the 2025 Municipal Election following the close of polls and the counting of all ballots from voting stations across the city. In accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act, results are considered…
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The City of Grande Prairie has released the unofficial results of the 2025 Municipal Election following the close of polls and the counting of all ballots from voting stations across the city. In accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act, results are considered…
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The City of Grande Prairie is offering free transit on Election Day, Monday, October 20, to help residents move around the community and polling stations. Free fares apply to all City transit services, including On-Demand and Late-Night On-Demand for all users, and Grande…
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The City of Grande Prairie has expanded its On-Demand Transit service to include a new stop in Meadowview Mobile Home Park. On-Demand Transit is part of the City’s Community Bus Services, which provide convenient and accessible transit options to meet a variety of community…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – October 15, 2025) – The Eastlink Centre is turning movie night into a pool party with a new Dive-In Movie series running once a month through December.  The first feature, Hotel Transylvania, hits the big screen on Friday, October 24. Guests can…
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Residents may see City Parks crews in their neighbourhoods this fall and winter as the City has begun its annual tree pruning program, running from October 1, 2025, through April 2026.  The work focuses on protecting elm trees, which are particularly vulnerable to Dutch elm…
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Update: December 15, 2020 | 9:20 a.m.  An earlier version of these highlights stated Council received the petition to repeal the temporary mandatory mask bylaw for information; this is incorrect.  City Council received a Declaration of Insufficiency signed by…
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The City of Grande Prairie has compiled a Countdown to New Year’s activity sheet for residents to complete leading up to the annual fireworks. The activity sheet is available on the “New Year’s Event” event page at cityofgp.com/events and includes free, festive activity ideas…
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Due to popular demand, public skating at the Muskoseepi Park will be by private bookings only effective Monday, December 14 in order to adhere to provincial health regulations. Bookings are available in 1-hour timeslots at no charge by calling 780-538-0451 or online. Hours…
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Since 1985 December 5th of each year is marked as International Volunteer Day by the United Nations. In past years to recognize this day and volunteers in our community the Grande Prairie Volunteer Services Bureau (GPVSB) hosted the Annual International Volunteer Day Celebration…
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Effective Sunday, December 13 the City of Grande Prairie is temporarily closing its recreation and cultural facilities for a minimum of four weeks to comply with the latest provincial health regulations and keep the community safe and healthy. The facilities affected by this…
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The County and City of Grande Prairie, towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith and Wembley and the Village of Hythe are currently seeking nominations of outstanding individuals and local organizations for the 2021 Annual Passionate Heart Awards.  Award nominations are open for…
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SELECTED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) - Winter Driving Enforcement Services encourages motorists to pay special attention to driving in winter conditions. Winter driving tips include: Ensure your vehicle is clear of frost and snow to provide the best visibility possible.…
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The City of Grande Prairie is excited to welcome new concession vendors to two of its major community recreation facilities. Cindy’s Pantry is now offering a homestyle cooking menu at the Ernie Radbourne Pavilion, including soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, baked goods and…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held November 30, 2020: Delegations A resident presented as a delegate regarding the Business License Bylaw. Residents presented from the Creekside Condo Association. City of Grande Prairie 2021 Budget Council approved the…
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Grande Prairie’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is moving virtual this year, with a livestreamed event. Mayor Bill Given is officially lighting the tree at Revolution Place at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29. The event will be available to livestream on the DownTown Association…