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Delegations Helping Hands Society presented to Council with a mid-year update on the progress and accomplishments working with the City to support a coordinated approach to food security. Council accepted the information as presented.  The Special Olympics Alberta Summer…
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The City of Grande Prairie has received a $10,000 grant from Tree Canada’s Community Tree Grants program, made possible through CN’s EcoConnexions – From the Ground Up program - to support the creation of a new greenspace at the Community Knowledge Campus (CKC). Planting begins…
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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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The City of Grande Prairie is encouraging residents to learn more about the Revolution Place Revitalization ahead of the engagement opportunities starting on September 8. Community feedback from the engagement activities is being used to inform both the possibility of completing…
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Keeping up their annual summer tradition, the Forbes Homestead is excited to announce dates for their afternoon teas, with new physical distancing protocols in place. The afternoon teas take place at the Reverend Forbes Homestead on the following dates: Wednesday August 26 at 1…
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The City of Grande Prairie is currently seeking applications for the Community Improvement Grant which provides opportunities for community groups and residents to start innovative and creative projects to improve the community. To be eligible for the grant, projects must:…
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The City of Grande Prairie continues to invest in the City’s road network as part of the Road Rehabilitation and Overlay Program.  Full Road Reconstruction On Friday, August 14 crews begin a full road reconstruction in both southbound lanes of 116 Street between 97 Avenue…
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On August 10, Grande Prairie City Council approved the Economic Recovery Program, allocating $500,000 from the Economic Recovery Fund for two grant opportunities that support the local economic recovery with a focus on support grants, building improvement programs, and…
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Applications are now open for the 2020-2021 Grande Prairie Youth Advisory Council (YAC). YAC is open for 14-24 year olds of all experiences and backgrounds who want to inspire, effect change and have an impact on their community through advocacy and policy-making. The goal of…
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Here are the highlights for the City Council Meeting held August 10, 2020: Delegations Elkan Environmental Engineering presented as a delegate to Council regarding mandatory masking. Residents from Mission Heights presented as delegates regarding naturalization and park spaces.…
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Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) - New Drivers/Distracted Driving City Enforcement Services reminds all drivers to be alert and avoid distractions while on the road, especially new drivers. The penalty for distracted driving is a $300 fine and three demerit points.…
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Local non-profits and volunteer organizations may now apply to have the fee for RCMP Vulnerable Sector Checks waived through the Volunteer Screening Program, administered by Volunteer Alberta and funded by the Government of Alberta. Community groups and volunteers play an…
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The City of Grande Prairie’s sidewalk improvement program continues in the neighbourhoods of Highland Park and Smith. Highland Park – Beginning on Thursday, August 6, contracted crews will be removing and replacing the existing sidewalk on the north side of 91A Avenue between 97…