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The City of Grande Prairie and County of Grande Prairie invite community members to review and share their thoughts on the draft Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP).  The IDP is a long-term, strategic plan required by the Municipal Government Act that outlines a vision…
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The City of Grande Prairie is getting ready for another year of Canada Day celebrations happening downtown on Monday, July 1.  The Canada Day parade begins at 2 p.m. and travels from Hillside to Northwestern Polytechnic Parking Lot A via 100 Avenue. Several roads and…
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Registration closes on Sunday, June 30 for the Eastlink Centre Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, July 7.  “We are looking forward to this year’s Eastlink Centre Triathlon being the greatest turnout yet,” said City of Grande Prairie Mayor, Jackie Clayton. “There are less…
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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. The funding supports the continuation of community tree planting efforts, bringing environmental and…
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The City of Grande Prairie is conducting its municipal census and is urging all residents to participate. This process helps gather essential information that shapes the future of our community, influencing decisions on infrastructure, services, and more.  "We’re at a…
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In response to the ongoing health workforce challenges, Grande Prairie City Council approved the Health Care Attraction and Retention Strategy during the Council meeting held on Monday, June 17.  The Strategy focuses on three key areas: information, incentives, and…
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Reports Council approved the land transfer of 9702 – 99 Avenue to Metis Local 1990. To ensure the continued success of our programs, support services, and housing options, owning the land and building would enable sustainability and allow for potential future expansion. …
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The City of Grande Prairie is providing motorists and commuters with updates to traffic patterns starting tonight, June 13, 2024. These changes are necessary to accommodate ongoing construction work. Updated Traffic Impact: Starting June 13, 2024, the following traffic pattern…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to join in the celebration of Pollinator Week, taking place from June 17 to June 23.  As a dedicated Bee City, Grande Prairie is committed to promoting and protecting vital pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other…
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The City of Grande Prairie is excited to announce the Derina Harvey Band as the headline performance of this year’s Canada Day event at Muskoseepi Park on July 1.  The Derina Harvey Band is an award-winning Celtic rock group and the recipient of a 2024 East Coast Music…
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Starting on Monday April 1, the wooden stairs that lead into Muskoseepi Park at the end of 103 Avenue by St. Joseph’s Catholic Church will be temporarily closed until Saturday, April 6. The closure is taking place so work can be done on a sewer line in the area. The site will be…
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On Saturday, April 13 local non-profits have an opportunity to learn more about board governance at the Introduction to Board Governance: Understanding Your Roles and Responsibilities workshop hosted by the City of Grande Prairie and presented by the Alberta Culture and Tourism…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on March 25, 2019: Delegations A delegation from the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre presented on a project to create a monument for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in Grande Prairie. Council moved to have…
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The City of Grande Prairie wishes to advise pedestrians of upcoming construction activity to complete bridge repairs within Maskwoteh Park commencing Tuesday, March 26. On behalf of Alberta Transportation, contractors are conducting repairs to the underside of the bridges…
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City Council approved an expansion to the childcare services and an adjustment of fees at Dave Barr Community Centre at the Council meeting held on March 11, 2019. The Dave Barr Community Centre is now expanding services by opening a toddler room for children ages 19 to 36…
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Tickets are on sale now for the 32nd Annual Fiddlers’ Jamboree at the Grande Prairie Museum. The 2019 Fiddlers’ Jamboree is a country-western style musical performance at the Grande Prairie Regional College, Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts Centre on Sunday, April 7, 2019…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on March 11, 2019: Councillor Clyde Blackburn Leave of Absence City Council supported Councillor Clyde Blackburn by approving a leave of absence until June 3, 2019, allowing him to focus on his health. Eastlink Centre…
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City Council approved a 15-25% reduction in membership fees for the Eastlink Centre at the March 11 City Council meeting. The membership fee structure was reviewed and the changes were made to better align the Eastlink Centre membership fees with other comparable facilities and…
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Thursday, March 21 marks the International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination and the City of Grande Prairie is commemorating this day with a free, community event at Teresa Sargent Hall in the Montrose Cultural Centre. Community members are invited to attend from 1:00…
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Transit route 3 (including St. Joes and John Paul II), route 6, and route 7 are all returning to their normal routes and schedules along Knowledge Way West on Saturday, March 9. The routes had been temporarily re-routed to accommodate construction in the area that is now…