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The City of Grande Prairie is urging residents to prioritize safety by refraining from skating on storm ponds. Storm ponds pose significant safety risks, and engaging in recreational activities on them is strongly discouraged. The City emphasizes the following reasons for…
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Delegations Ian MacDonald presented on behalf of the Grande Prairie Firefighters Association, with concerns regarding the 2024 City budget. City Council received the presentation for information. City Budget City Council approved the 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets as…
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Nominations are now open for the City of Grande Prairie’s Women of Influence Awards 2024 presented by Peace Diagnostic Imaging to recognize local women who have made a strong impact by promoting equality, providing opportunities for women in the community and breaking barriers…
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Join the City of Grande Prairie for a New Year’s Eve-ning Out in Muskoseepi Park on December 31, 2023 for festive family activities and fireworks to wrap up 2023. “Council looks forward to the New Year’s Eve-ning Out event each year as an accessible and inclusive event for the…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to announce the launch of the Communities Building Youth Futures (CBYF) Microgrant Program. This initiative, in partnership with the Tamarack Institute, is designed to assist youth aged 13 to 30 in overcoming financial barriers to education…
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The City of Grande Prairie and Grande Prairie Regional Association of Volunteer Organizations (VolunteerGP) announced the 2023 Volunteer Award recipients at the annual volunteer breakfast today. The awards take place on International Volunteer Day to celebrate all the community…
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The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) teams at the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, and the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley are proudly initiating the call for nominations for the Annual Passionate Heart Awards. This year marks a…
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The City of Grande Prairie has a variety of sponsorship opportunities available for different activities at Grande North Winter Festival, taking place January 12 to 14, 2024. “Participating as a sponsor at City events gives local businesses an opportunity to highlight their…
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Delegations Ravindar Rupana presented to Council on behalf of Apple/Green Cabs to speak on road safety related to cab companies. Council directed Administration to refer the Vehicle for Hire Bylaw to the appropriate standing committee for further discussion, and explore the…
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The City of Grande Prairie is showing appreciation for registered Grande Prairie Accessible Transit (GPAT) riders in December through multiple initiatives. Transit will be free during regular operational hours for registered GPAT riders on Friday, December 1 in recognition of…
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The City of Grande Prairie is currently recruiting public members to join the Community Knowledge Campus (CKC) Advisory Board and help guide the vision and future of the facility. The establishment of a CKC Advisory Committee aims to encourage community input to create growth…
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The Coca-Cola Centre is currently seeking a new vendor to become the exclusive provider of the facility’s concession, lounge and catering services. The Coca-Cola Centre is a major community hub in Grande Prairie, offering year-round twin ice arenas as well as a variety of spaces…
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People, organizations and businesses dedicated to enhancing the social well-being of community members throughout our area received recognition during the 13th Annual Passionate Heart Awards Luncheon, held today at The TARA Centre in Evergreen Park.   Presented by the…
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Local Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) departments are looking for outstanding, passionate individuals, teams and businesses working in the field of social services to recognize at the 13th Annual Passionate Heart Awards. Non-profit agencies and businesses within the…
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A parking ban on priority 1 and 2 routes begins on January 2 and will be in effect until further notice.  The parking ban restricts parking on priority 1 and 2 routes from Monday to Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Crews are currently clearing priority 1 routes…