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As spring conditions return, the City of Grande Prairie is reminding residents that the annual elm pruning ban is in effect from April 1 to September 30 across Alberta. The pruning restriction is in place to help prevent the spread of Dutch elm disease (DED), a serious disease…
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The City of Grande Prairie has begun its annual street sweeping operations, as crews transition from winter maintenance to spring clean-up across the community. Sweeping starts on main arterial roads and high-traffic routes, where conditions dry first. Crews then move through…
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Grande Prairie, Alta.- April 23, 2026) The Grande Prairie Museum has partnered with the Boreal Wetland Centre, Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum, the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie (AGGP), Veterans Memorial Gardens & Interpretive Centre and the South Peace Regional Archives to…
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The City of Grande Prairie begins its annual pest control operations in early May, weather depending, to help manage invasive species, pests and plant diseases while supporting the health of trees, parks and green spaces across the community. Operations typically run from May…
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Residents and business owners with properties next to gravel roads can apply for dust suppression treatment between April 13 and May 1, 2026. Residents in rural areas within city limits may request dust suppression treatment for gravel roads in sections of at least 100 metres.…
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Residents of Pinnacle Ridge are invited to provide feedback on the $12.50 levy that supports the operation and maintenance of the neighbourhood’s front entrance fountain and water feature. Community members can share their input at the following meetings: Operational Services…
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Community members dedicated to ensuring Grande Prairie is a safe and vibrant city today and into the future are invited to apply for the City of Grande Prairie’s Police Commission.  The Police Commission is an independent and arms-length oversight body for the Grande…
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Maskwa Medical Centre – Municipal Loan Guarantee  Council approved the Maskwa Medical Center Loan Guarantee Bylaw (C-1494) and the amendment to the Maskwa Medical Center Lending Bylaw (C-1476A), by way of first reading. 
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The City of Grande Prairie is beginning preparations for storm system upgrades in the Mission Estates area, part of ongoing capital construction to maintain and improve drainage infrastructure across the city. The project involves replacing a section of storm sewer from 76…
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The City of Grande Prairie released its 2020 Annual Report during the Corporate Services Committee meeting held on June 8. The Annual Report compiles highlights, achievements and financial information from the past year for residents to learn more about how the City is…
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City administration presented to the Infrastructure and Economic Development Committee about a potential new grant program to support strategic investment in industrial, commercial, and residential areas. The program is aligned with the City’s investment attraction strategy and…
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Update: July 2, 2021 The installation of upgraded traffic signal poles at the intersection of 108 Avenue and 96 Street has been moved to August due to a supply shortage of the steel poles. The City expects to receive the material in mid-August, at which time it will be installed…
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Small businesses have a new opportunity to sell their goods in Muskoseepi Park at Pop-Up in the Park happening this summer. A small, outdoor market is being set up at the park along the path between the senior playground and outdoor pool for vendors to sell clothing, crafts,…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites the community to enjoy Canada Day with a variety of in-person and virtual events planned for 2021 including two live concerts, dual aerial fireworks, and a scavenger hunt. All residents are encouraged to join in and show their Canadian pride…
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On Monday, June 7, water levels in the Muskoseepi Park reservoir will be significantly lowered to accommodate safe inspections of the spillway structure scheduled for Tuesday, June 8, as part of the City’s Bear River Control Structure Spillway Assessment and Study. To obtain…
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Delegations Grande Prairie & Area Safe Communities presented to council about their successes and challenges over the course of the past 18-months, the presentation was received for information. Big Brothers Big Sisters Grande Prairie presented to council to share…
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The City of Grande Prairie is investing in upgraded recreation amenities in neighbourhoods by replacing playground equipment, park furnishings, and protective surfaces at three playgrounds. The T.J. Gorman, Annie Higbee and Kyra Paull playgrounds will be closed for approximately…
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Our hearts are with our Indigenous, First Nations, and Metis community in the wake of the discovery of 215 children lost at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. The City of Grande Prairie enters a time of reflection and mourning. We stand with our Indigenous, …
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The City of Grande Prairie continues to enhance and invest in our community, with more capital projects underway including the sidewalk repair and replacement program, road overlays, and trail reconstruction. Willow Drive Road Overlay in Cobblestone On Monday, May 31, the City’s…