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Maskwa Medical Centre – Municipal Loan Guarantee  Council approved the Maskwa Medical Center Loan Guarantee Bylaw (C-1494) and the amendment to the Maskwa Medical Center Lending Bylaw (C-1476A), by way of first reading. 
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The City of Grande Prairie is beginning preparations for storm system upgrades in the Mission Estates area, part of ongoing capital construction to maintain and improve drainage infrastructure across the city. The project involves replacing a section of storm sewer from 76…
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Grande Prairie is ready to roll up its sleeves as City Scrub returns April 1–30, inviting residents to take 20 minutes to help clean up litter across the community. From neighbourhood streets to parks and public spaces, City Scrub is a simple way for individuals, families,…
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Spring into action and join the City and County of Grande Prairie for a family-friendly Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 25 at the Bowes at Bonnetts Energy Centre from noon to 4 p.m. This free community event brings people together to celebrate the environment and…
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Delegations Brady McCorkle requested permission to place “Take a Stick, Leave a Stick” stations at the entrances of City dog parks. Council directed Administration to work with the delegate to identify potential pilot location(s) for the initiative.  Cassandra Alexopoulos,…
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The City of Grande Prairie advises residents that the current residential snow clearing rotation is concluding effective end of day Monday, March 30. Due to forecasted warmer temperatures, crews have reassessed conditions and will be shifting efforts toward snowmelt management…
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City Council officially adopted the City of Grande Prairie 2026-2029 Strategic Plan at the City Council meeting held March 30, 2026, guiding Council and Administration’s decision making over the course of the Council term.  The Strategic Plan is based on the vision of…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 25, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie is reinstating parking bans and beginning residential snow clearing starting at 7 a.m. on Thursday, March 26 following recent snowfall. The ban restricts parking on permanent snow routes (priority 1 and 2…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 24, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie is pleased to announce a new naming rights partnership with Bannister GP Kia, bringing support to multiple family focused amenities at Eastlink Centre.  Through this partnership, two popular spaces within…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to announce the speaker and panelist lineup for the upcoming State of the City: Grander Conversations event, focused on sharing perspectives and priorities shaping the community. This year’s event will include regional perspectives from Reeve…
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Residents are invited to participate in the annual City Scrub, a community clean-up that encourages residents to care for the community by picking up litter that’s collected over the winter months. This year, the free community clean-up takes place from April 18 to 24 and…
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Starting Tuesday, April 6, Parks crews begin working at three select sites directly adjacent to City infrastructure to remove vegetation and trees in preparation of the Bear River Outfall Rehabilitation program. The Bear River outfalls are the points at which the City’s storm…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held April 5, 2021: Delegations A representative from the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation presented an update on the progress of the new Grande Prairie Regional Hospital, and how the City and Foundation can…
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Below are the highlights for the Special City Council meeting held on March 31, 2021: ICF Extension Resolution Council is sending a letter to the Minister of Municipal Affairs requesting a six-week extension to the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework deadline. The County of…
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The Grande Prairie Youth Advisory Council is currently seeking applications for the Youth Engagement Awards to recognize businesses, schools and community agencies that illustrate the valuable role community plays in positive youth development in Grande Prairie. Four categories…
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Opportunity is now available to become a corporate naming rights partner for the City of Grande Prairie’s Downtown Events Centre & Arena. Naming rights of this facility will showcase your business in Grande Prairie’s downtown core within a high-visibility space in the…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held March 22, 2021: Delegations A community member presented as a delegate to request a Council proclamation to recognize “Christmas in July” as part of a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grande Prairie. Council…
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City of Grande Prairie crews are preparing for spring melt by thawing frozen catch basins to guide melting snow into the underground storm sewer system. Crews are currently working in the field to ensure all catch basins are thawed using picks, shovels, heavy equipment, and hot…
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Mark your calendars to reserve your spot starting March 22 for the Easter Bunny’s visit to the Heritage Village on April 3! This Easter, the City of Grande Prairie is hopping with excitement to host our Easter Eggstravaganza event once more. Participants can register online…
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Updated March 26, 2021: As of March 28, 2021, gravel road bans are at 75% axle weight 24 hours per day.  The City of Grande Prairie begins gravel road bans on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. All gravel roads will be at 50% axle weight 24 hours per day until further notice.…