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UPDATE: April 19, 2024 As of Friday, April 19, 2024 the gravel roads ban has been updated to be in effect at 75% axle weight 24 hours a day on all gravel roads. The City of Grande Prairie begins gravel road bans on Friday, March 15, 2024 restricting travel on all gravel roads…
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Residents can now submit applications for the 2024 Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP). The CEIP is an innovative financing tool that helps residential property owners pay for energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades. “We’re excited to re-introduce this program for…
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The City of Grande Prairie encourages residents to be proactive in mitigating fire hazards and to not be caught unprepared in the upcoming season.  Grande Prairie is preparing for hotter and drier weather this season following a period of lower-than-normal snowfall. The…
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The City of Grande Prairie has signed a new five-year naming rights agreement with West Fraser for the fieldhouse located at the Eastlink Centre. The amenity has been renamed as the West Fraser Fieldhouse. “The West Fraser Fieldhouse signifies a significant investment in our…
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The City of Grande Prairie has implemented an immediate fire restriction that will remain in effect until further notice.  This measure is being taken due to current dry weather conditions increasing the risk of fire spread and supports the City’s ongoing commitment to…
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Applications are now open for the City of Grande Prairie’s Community Microgrant Funding. The Community Microgrant is intended to foster connections and pride in the community through the funding of gatherings, projects, and celebrations of arts and culture. It provides…
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A previous version of this release indiciated May 30 for the Operational Services Committee Meeting, whereas it is April 30. This is corrected below. Residents of Pinnacle Ridge are asked to provide their feedback on the $12.50 levy which supports the operation and maintenance…
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Delegations Bruce Tattrie presented to Council on the Grande Prairie Airshow Committee’s application for Large Scale Tourism Funding.   Council approved allocation of the 2024 Large Scale Tourism Grant Funding in the amount of $50,000 to the 2024 Grande Prairie…
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City Council has approved Cedar Point as the official name of the Coordinated Care Campus facility. The name was chosen as cedar has ensured the survival of people for thousands of years and has become a powerful symbol of strength and revitalization. The deep respect for cedar…
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Residents and business owners with properties next to gravel roads can submit dust suppression applications until April 26, 2024. Residents in rural service areas may apply for a dust suppression and control treatment on a gravel road in sections of at least 100 metres. The…
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The Eastlink Centre is currently seeking a corporate naming rights partner for the Half Fieldhouse, Court 2.  This customized partnership opportunity, offers businesses a unique way to show a strong commitment to the community while connecting with new audiences and…
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The spray parks at Muskoseepi Park and Lions Park are scheduled to close for the season after Labour Day. Each park will remain fully open over the long weekend and available for residents to enjoy. Crews will be on-site to start closing the spray park features of each park and…
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The public is advised the advanced green turning light on 100 Avenue to turn south onto 116 Street (near Costco) is currently non-operational due to damage to the median traffic pole. The damage was caused by a multi-vehicle accident. At this time, the use of alternate routes is…
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Over a dozen Francophone Albertan artists are visiting the Bowes Events Centre on Thursday, September 6 for a special performance of "Nouveau Monde"  The performance is a story on Alberta, the people who call it home, living together in community and how the liveliness and…
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The FASD Network of Northwest Alberta is hosting a free event on Friday, September 7 to recognize International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day. The event takes place at the Ernie Radbourne Pavillion in Muskoseepi Park from 8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. and is free…
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The Muskoseepi Park pond is temporarily closed, starting September 4, to allow Alberta Environment and Parks to treat the pond after an aquatic invasive species, goldfish, was discovered. The pond will be treated on September 7, and closed for up-to six weeks to allow crews to…
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The Recreation Access Program has been expanded to assist eligible applicants access memberships, passes and registered programs at five new participating facilities. The full list of participating facilities now includes the Eastlink Centre, Grande Prairie Museum, Muskoseepi…
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The cycling route for the Eastlink Centre Triathlon Route is changing for the race this year on Sunday, September 9. Cyclists will now race down 68 Avenue from Knowledge Way to Poplar Drive. This new route aims to improve the triathlon experience based on feedback from last year…
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Grande Prairie's population is 69,088 according to the unofficial 2018 municipal census results. The unofficial population number is up 532 individuals from the last municipal census conducted in 2015. "Even through challenging economic times like the last couple years, Grande…
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City of Grande Prairie Mayor, Bill Given; RCMP Deputy Commissioner Todd Sean; and Accident Support Services President, Steve Sanderson marked the opening of the Grande Prairie Collision Reporting Centre with speeches and a ribbon cutting ceremony, earlier today. The centre is…