On Tuesday, May 23, a section of trail north of 68 Avenue on the west side of Bear Creek is closing for crews to safely carry out slope repair work. Sections of the asphalt and temporary trail will be removed to do the work. These sections of trails are going to be repaved prior…

Mayor Jackie Clayton is urging residents to act responsibly and take fire safety seriously as the region experiences higher than average temperatures and dry periods: "The province is currently under a state of emergency and experiencing record levels of wildfire activity for…

Today, the County of Grande Prairie and the City of Grande Prairie begin constructing the Southeast Grande Prairie Firebreak following an announcement by Premier Danielle Smith. The Premier surveyed the damage caused by wildfires in northern Alberta, including the Dunes West…

Delegations Jasmin Grosz attended to discuss proposed designs for a new roof-covered skating rink in Swanavon. Proclamations Council proclaimed May 21-27 as Paramedic Services Week in Grande Prairie to recognize the value and importance of this vital service and the care it…

The City of Grande Prairie begins road work in the Westpointe area today, Monday, May 15. This project aims to improve the following streets: 81 Avenue, from 112 Street to 115A Street 82 Avenue, from 113 Street to east of 114 Street 83 Avenue, between 113 Street and Westpointe…

The City of Grande Prairie is excited to announce the launch of its annual infrastructure improvement program for 2023. The $27.53 million budget will be invested in improving roads, sidewalks, trails, storm lines, bridges, intersections, traffic signals and more. “The City of…

Update on May 26, 2023 - This fire ban was lifted on May 26, 2023. Effective at 3 p.m. on May 5, 2023 the City of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Department has issued a Fire and Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) ban within the municipal boundaries. The ban is in effect due to dry…

Today, we recognize the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People in Canada. The Red Dress is a symbol first introduced by Jaime Black’s art series, ‘The REDress Project,’ which was to raise awareness of the ongoing crisis…

The City of Grande Prairie and the County of Grande Prairie are teaming up to promote Emergency Preparedness Week, a national awareness initiative that aims to encourage Canadians to take action in preparing for emergencies. This year, Emergency Preparedness Week will take place…

The City of Grande Prairie begins the remaining work for the 2022 Trail Program consisting of a trail and storm connection project located at the northwest corner of 108 Street & 100 Avenue. The project includes the installation of a storm catch basin, drainage repairs, as…