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A temporary detour will be in place at the 92 Street and 116 Avenue intersection on Saturday, September 28, to accommodate milling and paving activities. The work is scheduled for Saturday to minimize disruptions for commuters and is expected to be completed within a short…
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The City of Grande Prairie advises that CN is installing new overhead signal masts and signals on the recently installed poles at the 108 Avenue rail crossing on Monday, Sept. 30. This essential infrastructure upgrade requires a temporary detour for commuters. Variable message…
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Grab your costumes to trick-or-treat through Grande Prairie’s City Centre on Saturday, October 26 as part of the Halloween Spooktacular event, presented in partnership between the City and the Downtown Association.  Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for activities in The Bowes in…
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The City of Grande Prairie continues to progress on its stormwater infrastructure upgrades in several neighbourhoods. Starting Friday, September 27, 102 Street between 120 Avenue and 121 Avenue is fully closing to expedite underground work. The closure is expected to last two to…
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Traffic and access changes related to the rehabilitation work on 84 Avenue and 116 Street began today, September 25. The changes include: The intersection of 84 Avenue and 116 Street is now closed. Eastbound truck traffic on 84 Avenue is closed. All trucks must use the 100…
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The City of Grande Prairie and County of Grande Prairie invite community members to a joint public hearing on October 15, 2024, regarding the draft Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP).  During the hearing, City and County Council will have the chance to ask questions…
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The City of Grande Prairie is set to begin asphalt crack sealing September 26, in various locations throughout the city. Crack sealing is a proactive measure to preserve road surfaces, preventing more significant damage and extending their lifespan. This fast-moving process…
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A previous version of this release noted the Eastlink Centre aquatics re-opening date as Friday, September 27, whereas it will re-open on Saturday, September 28. This has been corrected below. The Aquatera Outdoor Pool has concluded another splashing good season and is now…
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Starting Wednesday, September 25, crews will be working at various locations throughout Grande Prairie, leveling uneven sidewalks to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility. This city-wide initiative focuses on grinding down raised sections of sidewalks where height…
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Proclamations Mayor Clayton proclaimed this week as National Forest Week and Rail Safety Week. Each year National Forest Week is celebrated across Canada by many individuals and organizations. Forests are fundamental to our economy, culture, traditions and history –…
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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…
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Orange Shirt Day is being commemorated in Grande Prairie on Monday, September 30 at the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre (10507- 98 Avenue). This year’s Orange Shirt Day event includes keynote speakers, smudging, a display of Indigenous authors available at the Grande Prairie…
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Over 30 unique events, performances and workshops are taking place across Grande Prairie for Alberta Culture Days on September 27- 29. The weekend-long event officially starts on Friday, September 28 at 10:00 a.m. with a Coffee Kick-Off at the Provincial Building featuring art…
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Beginning September 30, 2019, downtown businesses have an opportunity to apply for three grants encompassed under the Downtown Incentives Program: the Urban Residential Development Grant, the Patio Grant, and the Demolition Grant. The Urban Residential Development Grant is…
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AAA Striping & Seal Coating Service will begin installing thermoplastic pavement markings throughout the city starting this week.   Residents can expect some lane closures in the areas where the contractor will be working. These closures are expected to be short in…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting on September 9, 2019: Bylaw C-1260-109 - Amendment to the Land Use Bylaw Council gave third reading to Bylaw C-1260-109, being an amendment to the Land Use Bylaw. Bylaw and Policy Review Committee Council approved the Terms…
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As part of the College Park Area Redevelopment Plan consultation, residents in College Park are invited to attend a public engagement session and take an online survey. The public information session is a drop-in format and takes place as follows: Date:    …
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Grande Prairie residents and representatives of the vehicle-for-hire industry are invited to participate in engagement sessions that will help shape the new vehicle-for-hire bylaw. The drop-in style sessions take place from September 9, 2019 to September 13, 2019 between 11:00 a…