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Delegations  The Grande Prairie Storm presented Mayor and Council with team jerseys as a thank you for Council’s ongoing support. Inclusion Grande Prairie presented a proposal to Council advocating for systemic policy changes that will foster more meaningful and equitable…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – December 8, 2025) – In a northern community like Grande Prairie, winter can be more than cold – it can be grander. The City of Grande Prairie invites residents and visitors to celebrate the season together at the Grande North Winter Festival, running…
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A two week round of residential snow clearing begins Monday, December 8, 2025.  Clearing follows a two-week rotation, starting with Week A neighbourhoods the first week and Week B neighbourhoods the second week. Crews work to complete each neighbourhood on its assigned day…
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The City of Grande Prairie is extending the nomination period for the 2025 Bill Bowes Volunteer Organization of the Year Award to provide an additional opportunity to celebrate the groups that strengthen our community through service. Nominations are open until December 31, 2025…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – December 03, 2025) – The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) teams at the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, and the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith and Wembley are calling for submissions and nominations for the Annual Passionate…
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Grande Prairie City Council has approved the 2026 Budget, balancing affordability and quality of life to support service delivery while preparing for a strong tomorrow. Like many municipalities across Canada, Grande Prairie is facing challenging economic times alongside the…
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The City of Grande Prairie has been selected as a recipient of $15,000 in funding from the 2025 ATCO Community Energy Fund to complete an energy audit at the Dave Barr Community Centre, an important step in planning future improvements that strengthen efficiency and support the…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – November 25, 2025) – The City of Grande Prairie is launching a new Youth Economic Empowerment Microgrant to help youth and young adults access opportunities that support their employment or skill development goals.  The Microgrant provides…
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Records Management System Selection and Implementation Council approved the Grande Prairie Police Service to enter into a 10-year contract with Axon for the Records Management System (RMS) as well as the transfer of $643,363.25 from the RMS Capital funding to the GPPS 2026…
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“On behalf of City Council, I want to extend heartfelt condolences to the vendors, staff and families affected by the recent fire at the Grande Prairie Farmers’ Market. For many of us, this building has been more than a commercial space. It has been a place to see familiar faces…
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Since 1985 December 5th of each year is marked as International Volunteer Day by the United Nations. In past years to recognize this day and volunteers in our community the Grande Prairie Volunteer Services Bureau (GPVSB) hosted the Annual International Volunteer Day Celebration…
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Effective Sunday, December 13 the City of Grande Prairie is temporarily closing its recreation and cultural facilities for a minimum of four weeks to comply with the latest provincial health regulations and keep the community safe and healthy. The facilities affected by this…
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The County and City of Grande Prairie, towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith and Wembley and the Village of Hythe are currently seeking nominations of outstanding individuals and local organizations for the 2021 Annual Passionate Heart Awards.  Award nominations are open for…
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SELECTED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) - Winter Driving Enforcement Services encourages motorists to pay special attention to driving in winter conditions. Winter driving tips include: Ensure your vehicle is clear of frost and snow to provide the best visibility possible.…
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The City of Grande Prairie is excited to welcome new concession vendors to two of its major community recreation facilities. Cindy’s Pantry is now offering a homestyle cooking menu at the Ernie Radbourne Pavilion, including soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, baked goods and…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held November 30, 2020: Delegations A resident presented as a delegate regarding the Business License Bylaw. Residents presented from the Creekside Condo Association. City of Grande Prairie 2021 Budget Council approved the…
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Grande Prairie’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is moving virtual this year, with a livestreamed event. Mayor Bill Given is officially lighting the tree at Revolution Place at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29. The event will be available to livestream on the DownTown Association…
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Mayor Bill Given has spoken with Council and informed them that he plans to step down later this year to accept a position as the top administrator (Chief Administrative Officer) for the Municipality of Jasper. Formal notification has not yet been received by the City. …
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The City’s Economic Recovery Committee has allocated an additional $50,000 to the Local Marketing Grant as part of the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Program to assist more local businesses and organizations with their marketing efforts in time for the holiday season. The decision…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents and industry representatives to complete a survey about the vehicle for hire bylaw. The survey will help inform the City on what to consider when revising the bylaw, what factors contribute to a resident using a taxi, limo, or…