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Delegations Grande Prairie Live Theatre Society spoke to Council about their operations and requested funding support. Council approved funding in the amount of $40,000 immediately to the Grande Prairie Live Theatre Society, to be funded from the Financial Stabilization Reserve…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to swim, skate, play and explore local history with free community activities on Saturday, August 29 in celebration of Alberta Day. Residents can make a splash with free public swimming at Eastlink Centre and Aquatera Outdoor Pool, or…
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Road rehabilitation is beginning this week on sections of 100 Avenue and 116 Street as part of the City of Grande Prairie’s 2026 capital construction program. Traffic will remain open during construction but will be reduced to alternating single lanes through active work zones.…
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 The City of Grande Prairie is inviting residents to share their input as planning begins for the 2027 municipal budget. The 2027 budget engagement provides residents with an opportunity to help shape the City’s budget by identifying priorities for municipal services,…
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The City of Grande Prairie is helping festivalgoers travel safely and conveniently during Bear Creek Folk Festival with free transit for wristband holders and dedicated transportation after the final performances each night. Bear Creek Folk Festival takes place August 14 to 16…
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The City of Grande Prairie is sharing information about increased aphid activity following a rise in service requests from residents concerned about affected trees. Aphids are common insects that feed on plant sap and can reproduce quickly when conditions are favourable. This…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – August 7, 2026) – Every year, Eastlink Centre closes its aquatics area so essential maintenance can be completed to help keep the facility safe, reliable and operating year-round. This year's annual aquatics maintenance shutdown will take place from…
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Invest Northwest Alberta: Grande Prairie-Greenview Corridor has appointed former Alberta Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board Travis Toews as its first independent Chair, marking the next step in strengthening regional collaboration and advancing economic…
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Grande Prairie residents will be able to recycle a broader range of packaging and paper products beginning October 1, 2026, as Alberta introduces standardized residential recycling services across the province. The change is intended to make recycling easier and more consistent…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – August 4, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie is inviting residents, businesses and stakeholders to provide feedback on the 132 Avenue and 116 Street Twinning Design Project as planning continues for the future expansion of these roadways. The…
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Delegations Alison Steele presented to council about her experience using public transit in the community. Council received the presentation for information. Transfer of Housing Assets City Council approved the transfer of nineteen City-owned social housing units to Grande…
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The Centre for Creative Arts and City of Grande Prairie have partnered with local artists and community organizations to present a month-long celebration of Alberta Culture Days through out the city.  Over 30 free events and activities are taking place throughout September…
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Drivers, parents, and school goers are reminded that 30 km/h school zones start on August 30, 2021 and are in effect from Monday to Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Parents and guardians dropping children off at school can prepare for the first day by pre-planning the trip…
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92 Avenue between Park Road and 92 Street has been temporarily closed as part of the Smith Subdivision Project. The project consists of several upgrades including replacing the watermain, installing storm sewer and extending utilities to the new Activity and Reception Centre,…
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On Thursday, August 26 all traffic travelling southbound into the city on 100 Street will be detoured west at 139 Avenue. The closure is required to safely complete the deep storm infrastructure installation and to maintain a safe distance between traffic and open excavations.…
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City Council Highlights for the meeting held August 23, 2021: Delegations Action on Smoking and Health Canada presented as delegates to advocate for a comprehensive smoke-free bylaw. Council directed Administration to propose amendments in alignment with the presentation to…
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The City of Grande Prairie is installing traffic signals at the intersection of Arbour Hills Boulevard and 132 Avenue providing controlled access to and from St. John Paul II Catholic High School The signals are being installed to help with traffic flow in and around the school…
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Charles Turner Park in the Highland Park neighbourhood will be temporarily closed until the end of the month starting Friday, August 20. The park is being closed to safely complete the sidewalk rehabilitation project currently underway. The sidewalks in the Highland Park…
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Registration for fall adult, youth, and child recreational programs at the Eastlink Centre opens to the public on August 23 at 8:30 a.m., with programs beginning in September. Registered courses available to the community include swimming lessons, certification courses, and…
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The City of Grande Prairie is seeking over 100 community members to work at voting stations for the municipal election in October. An election worker is an integral part of the electoral process as they help maintain a fair election and facilitate a smooth voting process on…