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City Council Highlights for the meeting held March 11, 2024
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Delegations Sarah Card from the Bear Creek Folk Festival presented to Council regarding funding for this year's festival, as well as support for future infrastructure purchases. 2024 Advocacy Priorities Council approved the 2024 Advocacy Priority List. Since 2021, City Council…
Congratulations to the 2024 Women of Influence Award Recipients
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The City of Grande Prairie and organizing committee extend their congratulations to the 2024 Women of Influence Award Presented by Peace Diagnostic Imaging Recipients: Daisy Nellis, Samantha Jones and Cecilia Mzvondiwa. Daisy Nellis is the recipient of the Young Woman of…
Design Works Centre receives new electric-powered Zamboni
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The City of Grande Prairie has welcomed a new electric-powered Zamboni at the Design Works Centre. Key features of the electric Zamboni include: Zero emissions: The electric Zamboni does not produce emissions while in operation, reducing our environmental impact while improving…
City Council Disappointed in Lack of Federal Support
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The City of Grande Prairie has been informed that its application to the Government of Canada's Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) has not been successful. HAF is a national funding program aimed at helping municipalities address housing supply problems. Mayor Jackie Clayton…
State of the City: Grander Conversations event hosting community panelists March 26
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The City of Grande Prairie invites everyone to join them for the new State of the City: Grander Conversations event happening on March 26 featuring a panel discussion with community leaders on what’s happening around the city and a look ahead to the future. Featured speakers…
Residents invited to participate in Community Knowledge Campus Annual Survey
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The City of Grande Prairie has launched its annual survey for the Community Knowledge Campus (CKC) to gather feedback on residents’ satisfaction with amenities, membership value and overall satisfaction with the campus. “This feedback survey is a valuable opportunity for us to…
2025 Community Group Enhancement Funding applications available until April 30
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With the goal of assisting community groups and organizations in delivering exceptional services and activities that enhance the quality of life for residents, the City is pleased to announce that Community Group Enhancement Funding applications are now open until April 30 for…
Grande Prairie Fire Department Launches Camp F.I.R.E. For Young Women and Gender-Diverse Individuals
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The Grande Prairie Fire Department (GPFD) is launching a new initiative called Camp F.I.R.E. to inspire and empower young women and gender diverse individuals to enter the fire service through hands-on fire service training experience. Taking place from May 3 to 5, 2024, Camp F.…
City Awarded $200,000 from Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta for Vegetation Management Project
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The City of Grande Prairie has been awarded a $200,000 grant from the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA) to action a vegetation management project by December 31, 2024. The FRIAA Firesmart program supports communities in implementing measures aimed at…
Residential Snow Clearing Begins Thursday, February 29
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A round of residential snow removal starts Thursday, February 29. Residential snow clearing commences when declared by the City with consideration of snow accumulations and forecasted weather. Current snowfall has led to conditions where a round of residential snow clearing is…
City Council Highlights for August 13, 2018
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting on August 13, 2018. Delegations A delegation from the Alberta Summer Games Board attended City Council to present the City with a commemorative gift in thanks of the support for a successful event. On behalf of the City,…
Upcoming Eastlink Centre Maintenance Closures
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The City of Grande Prairie would like to remind residents of upcoming closures at the Eastlink Centre that are taking place to accommodate the annual maintenance schedule. From Saturday, August 25 to Saturday, September 8 the 25 metre pool will be closed for use. The 50 metre…
Storm Sewer Repairs Begin Today
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On Friday, August 10, Storm Sewer Repairs begin throughout the City, weather permitting. The repairs will continue for the month of August as part of the 2018 Storm Line Rehabilitation Program. Work will be done on: 100 Street between 90 Avenue and 91 Avenue (scheduled to begin…
Road Rehabilitation Begins Behind Prairie Mall and VLA Montrose Neighborhood
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The City's 2018 Road Rehabilitation Program begins in two more locations on Monday, August 13, weather permitting. Work will be taking place in the VLA Montrose and Northgate areas with construction scheduled through the month of September. Work will be done on: 99 Street from…
August Selected Traffic Enforcement Program and Bylaw Enforcement Education Program Initiatives
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Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Distracted Driving/New Drivers For the month of August, City Enforcement Services reminds all drivers through the Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) to be alert and avoid distractions while on the road. This advice is…
Portion of 111A Street to Close as Richmond Storm Ponds Project Continues in Industrial Area
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The public is advised of a full road closure on a portion of 111A Street between 84 Avenue and 89 Avenue to allow for underground pipe construction as part of the Richmond Industrial Storm Ponds Project. The road closure is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, August 7, and will…
Road Rehabilitation Coming to Patterson Place
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Road Rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin in the Patterson Place area on Tuesday, August 7, pending weather conditions. Construction is expected to take place until mid-September. The work is to occur on the Patterson P-loop consisting of 94 Street, 94A Street, 77 Avenue,…
Recreation Access Program Launching Tuesday, August 7
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On Tuesday, August 7, the newly revamped Recreation Access Program (RAP) is launching a pilot project to bring support for eligible applicants to access the Eastlink Centre. Formerly known as the Low-Income Recreation Access (LIRA) program, the new program now offers a 75%…
Annual Eastlink Centre Triathlon Taking Place on September 9
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The City of Grande Prairie is gearing up for the second annual Eastlink Centre Triathlon on Sunday, September 9.    A variety of race options are available for participants of all ability, experience and age levels. This includes the Try-A-Tri, Sprint, Team Sprint and…
Corporate Naming Rights Opportunities Available for City Facilities
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The City of Grande Prairie has several properties with partnership opportunities for corporate naming rights available. The customized partnerships offer businesses a unique way to show a strong commitment to the community while connecting with new audiences and potential…