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The City of Grande Prairie is spreading holiday cheer for registered Grande Prairie Accessible Transit (GPAT) riders this December through a special seasonal initiative. Registered GPAT customers can enjoy free round-trip rides to the Northern Spirit Lights Show at Evergreen…
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Parking bans on permanent snow routes and residential snow clearing begin Monday, November 25. The parking ban restricts parking on permanent snow routes (Priority 1 and 2 roads) from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Friday, until the ban is lifted. The restriction ensures safe and…
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The City of Grande Prairie and Grande Prairie Sunrise House are excited to announce the renaming of 107 Avenue to Tenille Townes Way.  The street is renamed to recognize the Grande Prairie local and Canadian Country Music Award (CCMA) winner and pay tribute to the positive…
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Proclamations City Council proclaimed November 24-30 National Addictions Awareness Week in Grande Prairie. The week is an opportunity to raise awareness of the impacts of addiction, highlight supports available in the community and work together to reduce stigma and support…
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Grande Prairie City Council has concluded deliberations for the 2025 Budget, approving both a four-year operating budget and a five-year capital budget which outline financial strategies and priorities for maintaining quality service standards amid rising costs and ongoing…
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The highly anticipated Holly-Day seasonal deals at the Eastlink Centre have returned in time for the festive season, on sale now until noon on December 24. The Eastlink Centre Holly-Day promotions feature: Holly-Day 10 punch pass: Approximately 20 per cent off regular price…
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The community is invited to join the City of Grande Prairie and DownTown Association on December 1 for the Christmas Tree Light-Up at H.A. Rice Plaza and The Bowes at Bonnetts Energy Centre. Festivities start at 4 p.m. with free cookies, hot chocolate and candy canes, sponsored…
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The City of Grande Prairie is pleased to offer its free community sandbox, helping residents keep sidewalks and driveways safer and slip-free throughout the winter season.  Located at the City Service Centre (9505 112 Street) near the south end of 112 Street, the sandbox…
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Starting today, November 5, the City of Grande Prairie begins the 2024 Traffic Signal Maintenance Program to ensure the safety and reliability of traffic signals across the city. The project focuses on inspecting and upgrading traffic signal infrastructure at select…
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Delegations Daniel Haggerty attended as a delegate for information on the City’s public consultation process for rezoning and land development, specifically in Arbour Hills. Council received the presentation as information and tabled it for discussion during Delegation Business…
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The City of Grande Prairie would like to thank the community for attending the budget consultation session yesterday. The City is pleased to have provided residents the opportunity to identify the services they most value, as well as reflect on their vision for Grande Prairie’s…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on October 7, 2019 Delegations Members of the community presented as delegates in regards to the Affordable Housing Strategy. Councillor Extended Leave of Absence Council approved an extended leave of absence for…
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The City of Grande Prairie’s capital investments continue this construction season with the 2019 outfall and storm line repair program as well as the 2019 storm line flushing program. In the Mission Heights neighbourhood, crews are currently undertaking storm line flushing. The…
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Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) - Pedestrian Safety Drivers are reminded to reduce their speed when approaching busy intersections as pedestrians may be distracted and not signal their intent to cross. Motorists are reminded that in Alberta, pedestrians have the…
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The community is invited to a drop-in consultation session about the City’s 2020 Budget on Tuesday, October 8, 2019. The session takes place from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Eastlink Centre, near the food court. At the session, residents may learn about the City’s budget…
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The City of Grande Prairie is currently recruiting public members for a variety of board and committee positions. Available positions exist on the following: Arts Development Committee Assessment Review Board Combative Sports Commission Community Enhancement Advisory Committee…
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The Rotary Club of Grande Prairie is allocating $1 million in funding towards a new daytime homeless shelter in Grande Prairie in partnership with the City of Grande Prairie. The creation of a new daytime shelter is providing an important resource for the community. Benefits of…
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The construction of a new pedestrian trail begins tomorrow in the Hillside neighbourhood.   The construction area on 104 Avenue between 92 Street and 93 Street will be closed to the public until all work is completed. The expected construction completion date is October…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting on September 23, 2019: Election Signs Council directed staff to create a list or map of designated election sign locations, or present an alternative solution. This will be brought to a future committee meeting for discussion…
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The City of Grande Prairie has launched the first phase of public consultation on the 2020 City Budget. Grande Prairie residents are invited to respond to a 10-15 minute online survey that asks residents to identify the services provided by the City they most value. In addition…