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The City of Grande Prairie continues the 2024 Storm Drainage Rehabilitation Program, enhancing stormwater infrastructure and public trails around Muskoseepi Park.  This stage of the program, beginning September 11, includes significant upgrades across three primary areas,…
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Festival of Trees Sponsorship Council approved $10,000 in sponsorship to the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation for Festival of Trees. Bear Creek Dam Engagement Plan Council amended the Bear Creek Engagement Plan to allow for Council decision to be made in Spring 2026.…
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Beginning Saturday, September 7, the south side of 102 Street and 116 Avenue will be closed for approximately seven days, weather permitting, as part of ongoing roadway improvements. The closure is taking place to accommodate a Full Depth Reclamation (FDR) and paving operations…
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Neighbour Day takes place on September 14 and the City of Grande Prairie encourages residents to get out and celebrate with their community.  “Grande Prairie is a mid-sized city with big-city pride and connecting with our neighbours plays a big role in fostering that sense…
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The City of Grande Prairie’s Local Immigration Partnership (GPLIP) invites all residents to join in the upcoming Welcoming Week celebrations from September 13 to 22. Welcoming Week aims to connect new arrivals with long-standing residents, fostering a sense of belonging across…
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The City of Grande Prairie begins Phase Two of its trail construction in Muskoseepi Park on September 4, 2024.  The project focuses on reconstructing the trail and access path leading from the parking lot to the entrance of the outdoor pool at the bottom of the steps on 103…
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UPDATED November 27, 2025 A previous version of this release indicated that playground zones are in effect starting at 7:30 a.m. This was incorrect and has now been updated to reflect the correct time of 8:30 a.m. as stated in bylaw  C-1166. School zones come into effect…
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Visitors are invited to play, skate and swim across three City facilities to celebrate Alberta Day on Saturday, August 31.  The City is offering free facility access to the Eastlink Centre, Activity & Reception Centre and hosting a public skate, including a skate with…
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Effective Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., the City of Grande Prairie Fire Department has lifted the Fire Restriction for the city. This decision follows recent rain and cooler temperatures, which have reduced the wildfire danger in the area to a moderate level. This…
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The City of Grande Prairie begins it’s Storm Outfall and 106 Avenue Rehabilitation Project September 3, at Muskoseepi Park. The project aims to enhance infrastructure and improve storm system functionality in the area. Project Timeline and Locations: September 3: Section of…
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Starting on August 19, Grande Prairie Transit is altering the frequency of several routes as part of a service adjustment review for all Transit service begins. The changes coming into effect are as follows: Route 5 Service frequency is being reduced to hourly throughout the…
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The City of Grande Prairie’s Active Play Park Program returns for the season on July 2, 2019. Active Play is a free, drop-in, recreational activity, encouraging creative and active play between children in public, outdoor space. It takes place across a variety of parks and…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to a public information session for College Park Area Redevelopment Plan. Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2019 Time: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Place: Ernie Radborne Pavilion, Muskoseepi Park The Information Session will be a drop-in format,…
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SELECTED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) - Commercial Vehicle Safety Alberta’s Traffic Safety Calendar marks June as Commercial Vehicle Safety Month.  Throughout the month, Peace Officers will be running projects to inspect commercial vehicles and capture traffic…
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City Manager Horacio Galanti returns to City Hall today after the trip of a lifetime summiting Mount Everest. In 2013, Horacio summited Everest from the south side (Nepal) and this trip saw Horacio summit from the north side (Tibet). With this recent trek complete, Horacio is…
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City Council approved a new Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw at a Special Council Meeting held on June 6. The new bylaw incorporates all fees and charges into a consolidated bylaw with an updated fee schedule, which will provide ease of administration and enable regular review.…
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The City of Grande Prairie is launching a series of workshops and an open house to help the public learn about reducing energy waste in their homes and businesses. The open house takes place on June 20 at the Muskoseepi Park Ernie Radbourne Pavilion from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.…
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The City of Grande Prairie met with representatives from the Disabled Transportation Society this afternoon to productively work together on options for accessible transportation in Grande Prairie. The City and the Society have agreed to these priorities moving forward: Work…
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The City of Grande Prairie is seeking feedback on the Hillside neighbourhood logo and entrance feature design. The survey takes under 5 minutes to complete and asks about preferences for the logo, the entrance sign and the landscaping around the sign. It features three logo…
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All members of the community are invited to join the City of Grande Prairie on Thursday, June 27 for an afternoon of free, fun-filled celebrations at Municipal Government Day as we highlight all the municipality has to offer and give back to the community. The event takes place…