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Annual aquatics maintenance shutdown begins September 3
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The Eastlink Centre annual maintenance shutdown is scheduled to take place from September 3-27.   The shutdown maintenance helps ensure the facility’s longevity by completing preventative work, repairs, a deep clean and upgrades to amenities. By prioritizing repairs and…
2024 Resident Satisfaction Survey Results Now Available
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The results of the City of Grande Prairie’s 2024 Resident Satisfaction Survey are now available to review.  Completed from May 13 to 31, 2024, the survey collected an unbiased assessment of how satisfied residents are with municipal services. The survey’s findings were…
Grande Prairie accepting Jasper evacuees at Bonnetts Energy Centre
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The City of Grande Prairie, as part of the Grande Prairie Regional Emergency Partnership (GPREP), is accepting evacuees from Jasper at the reception centre located in Bonnetts Energy Centre (10017 99 Avenue).  The reception centre is open until 8 p.m. on July 23 and from 9…
City Council highlights for the meeting held July 15, 2024
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Delegations Rick Murray presented an update for Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Boreal Wetland Centre. The building had an open house, infrastructure improvements as well as various events and activities to improve community awareness. Council accepted the presentation as information.…
Traffic on 132 Avenue opening soon to one lane passenger traffic
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The City of Grande Prairie advises that 132 Avenue (Highway 670) between 97B Street and 99 Street will be open to passenger traffic early this evening. The original incident causing the road closure occurred on July 9, 2024, when a CN contractor damaged an Aquatera water main…
City of Grande Prairie Issues Fire Ban Due to Extreme Fire Hazard
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Effective at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the City of Grande Prairie Fire Department has issued a Fire Ban within the municipal boundaries. The ban is in place due to hot and dry conditions, creating an extreme fire hazard threat for the area. "Given the current hot and…
Colourful upgrades planned for two local playgrounds
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The City of Grande Prairie began replacing two playgrounds on Tuesday, July 9. Work began on the playground at Monkman Park in O’Brien Lake, with the playground located at 74 Avenue and 107 Street in the Mission Heights subdivision scheduled to start soon. To complete the…
Traffic on 132 Avenue Closed in Both Directions
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The City of Grande Prairie advises that 132 Avenue (Highway 670) is closed in both directions between 97B Street and 99 Street, due to unforeseen circumstances. Traffic is being redirected to alternate routes. The truck route is also closed. Trucks entering the city eastbound…
Fire Advisory in Effect
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The City of Grande Prairie has issued a fire advisory, effective Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 12 p.m. due to hot and dry conditions. Under this advisory: Fire permits for open burning and fireworks will not be issued. Existing burning permits are suspended. New fire pit permits…
Residents reminded about heat safety
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A previous version of this release highlighted the splash park hours as 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., whereas it is 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. This is corrected below. The City of Grande Prairie is reminding residents of ways to stay safe in the heat due to forecasted elevated temperatures this week…
City Council Highlights for June 4, 2019
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on June 4, 2019: Delegations Members of the community attended as delegates regarding accessible transportation. Resolution for AUMA Convention Council approved the submission of the resolution on Children’s Health Care…
Muskoseepi Park and Maskwoteh Park Playground Projects Nearing Completion
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Playground projects in Muskoseepi Park and Maskwoteh Park are scheduled to be open to public later this summer as final construction commences. Muskoseepi Park Completion of construction on the Muskoseepi Park playground project officially started up again on May 30. Contractors…
Update: City and Disabled Transportation Society Board to Meet Thursday
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The City of Grande Prairie is working with the Disabled Transportation Society to ensure accessible transportation services remain in our community and the region. Representatives from the City of Grande Prairie and Disabled Transportation Services board members are meeting…
City’s Road Rehabilitation Program Phase 1 Set to Begin June 3
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The first phase of the City’s annual Road Rehabilitation program is set to begin on June 3 with construction on the following roadways: 104 Avenue between 110 Street and 116 Street and 100 Avenue Services Road June 3 to June 25, 2019 107 Avenue between 108 Street and 110…
City of Grande Prairie Committed to Accessible Transportation for Residents
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The City of Grande Prairie is committed to supporting modes of accessible transportation in our community and the region. Our main focus is always on the users of the service. We want to ensure first priority routes that meet vital needs such as medical appointments, education…
Registration Open for the City of Grande Prairie’s 2019 Summer Camps
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Start planning your summer- registration is open for the City of Grande Prairie’s 2019 Summer Camps! The City is proud to offer a fun selection of summer camps across our many facilities. A variety of camps are available for children with interests in athletics, recreation or…
Opioid Crisis Education Sessions Being Hosted at the Grande Prairie Public Library
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The Grande Prairie Community Opioid Response Task Force is hosting multiple opioid crisis education sessions in the coming weeks to provide education and resources to members of the community impacted by the crisis. Two sessions are being held, with each session focusing on…
Fire Ban in Effect
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All burning is suspended within the City of Grande Prairie. No new open burning permits will be issued until conditions improve in the City and GP Forest Area. Fire Ban includes the following but is not limited: All opening burning Consumer fireworks and exploding targets…
City Council Highlights for May 21, 2019
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on May 21, 2019: June 3, 2019 – Council Meeting Change of Date The next City Council meeting date has been changed. The meeting is now scheduled for June 4, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in Council Chambers located in City Hall.…
New Interactive GP Traffic Planner Map Launched to Highlight Local Construction Projects
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The City of Grande Prairie has launched a new interactive GP Traffic Planner Map that provides residents with an improved online experience when seeking information about construction projects within the City. The new traffic planner map is an upgrade from the previous…