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Nominations are now open for the City of Grande Prairie’s Women of Influence Awards 2025 presented by Peace Diagnostic Imaging, now featuring five award categories to recognize women across various sectors in the community.  The Women of Influence Awards seek to recognize…
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The City of Grande Prairie would like to remind property owners to ensure that any outstanding property tax balances are paid before December 31, 2024, to avoid additional penalties. Please note, due to the Canada Post strike, tax reminder letters may not be received by December…
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The announcement of the world’s largest AI Data Centre Industrial Park, Wonder Valley, within the Greenview Industrial Gateway (GIG) marks a monumental milestone, not just for the Municipal District of Greenview but for the entire region. This development underscores the power…
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Welcome in 2025 with the City of Grande Prairie’s New Year’s Eve-ning Out event at Muskoseepi Park on December 31 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. New Year’s Eve-ning Out includes free and festive indoor and outdoor activities for all ages to enjoy. The event features: Horse and wagon…
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Elections Bylaw C-1480 Council gave second and third reading to Bylaw C-1480, being the Elections Bylaw. Volunteer Awards 2024  Council awarded the Bill Bowes Volunteer Organization Award and the George Repka Outstanding Achievement Award. The recipients will be recognized…
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Motorists are advised of two separate incidents currently being addressed by Aquatera, which are expected to impact this afternoon’s commute: Plugged Sanitary Line on 101 Avenue west of 116 Street:A section of 101 Avenue west of 116 Street is closed while crews flush a sanitary…
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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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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on December 16, 2019: 2019 Park Improvement Grant City Council approved approximately $19,000 in 2019 Park Improvements for local parks in the City, allocated as follows: $10,300.50 to the Grande Prairie Cricket…
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The City of Grande Prairie reminds residents of the significant safety risks associated with using the City’s storm ponds for recreation, especially during unpredictable weather conditions. City storm ponds are not designed to be used for recreation such as skating. Ice…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to host the First Footings New Year’s Eve celebrations in Muskoseepi Park on Tuesday, December 31 from 6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. The event will feature festive activities such as face painting, cookie decorating, and local live entertainment in the…
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CANA Energy Ltd. will be continuing upgrades on traffic signals along 108 Street this week. The signals that will be impacted are located at: 108 Street and 76 Avenue (Entrance to the Pinnacle and Mission Heights neighbourhoods) 108 Street and 84 Avenue (No Frills) The signals…
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Starting on January 6, 2020, several City transit routes and schedules are being adjusted.   The following changes will come into effect: Elimination of the Composite High School Express Service: Route 2 will continue to serve the Composite High School on 104 Street every…
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SELECTED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) - Winter Driving Enforcement Services encourages motorists to pay special attention to driving in winter conditions. Winter driving tips include: Ensure your vehicle is clear of frost and snow to provide the best visibility possible.…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on December 2, 2019: Delegations The County of Grande Prairie attended in regards to 2019 payment as part of the revenue sharing agreement between the City and the County. The Grande Prairie and District Pipes and Drums…
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The City of Grande Prairie is now accepting applications for Major Project Funding and Festival Funding through the Arts Development Fund. The Major Project Funding is designed to support and encourage the development of local artists and groups involved in the arts by:…
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The Town of Sexsmith, Town of Wembley, Town of Beaverlodge, Village of Hythe and the City of Grande Prairie have come together to officially launch a new Business Retention & Expansion survey as part of a Regional Economic Development Strategy. The goal of the survey is to…
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All gravel road bans within the City of Grande Prairie have been lifted. The City thanks residents and commuters who abided by the gravel road bans and aided in protecting the integrity of our gravel road network. The gravel road ban is announced annually during the spring when…