1. Read the booklet and make note of the local services and resources you would like to visit. 
2. Bring the passport with you when you visit the locations listed below.
3. During your visit, get to know the staff and the programs and services they offer.
4. Ask them to stamp your passport.
5. Once you collect your stamps, scan the QR code to give us your feedback and stop by the City of Grande Prairie’s Cedar Point office (12106 100 Street) with your passport to claim a prize.

Every journey is unique. You are free to collect as you go with no set deadline. 

1. Grande Prairie Centre for Newcomers (GPCN).
2. Grande Prairie Council for Lifelong Learning (GPCLL).
3. Grande Prairie Public Library (GPPL).
4. Grande Prairie Family Education Society (GPFES).
5. Grande Prairie Public Health Centre.
6. Eastlink Centre - City of Grande Prairie.
7. Grande Prairie Museum & Heritage Village.
8. ACFA Regional de Grande Prairie (French Services).
9. City of Grande Prairie - Cedar Point Office.

View the online document here or below.

Grande Prairie has about 20 neighbourhoods, and many of them have neighbourhood associations you can join. These groups are a great way to meet people, learn what’s happening in your area, and take part in local events.

You can find the full list of neighbourhood associations at cityofgp.com/neighbourhoodassociations.

You might hear people use different names to describe Grande Prairie and the areas nearby. Knowing the difference can help you better understand where you live and what services are available to you.

1. City of Grande Prairie is the main city and urban centre of the region. If your home is inside the city limits, you are a city resident. That means you get city services like waste collection, recreation programs and snow clearing.
2. County of Grande Prairie is the area surrounding the city and is more rural. It has farms, open land and small communities. If you live in the county, your services (like garbage pickup or internet) might be different from the city, and your taxes and schools might also be different.
3. Municipal District of Greenview is a large area with lots of small towns, natural beauty, rivers, lakes and mountains. It covers over 32,000 square kilometres and includes both farmland and wilderness. People who live here often enjoy lots of outdoor space and quieter living.

Moving to a new place can be exciting and a little scary. Learning how people live and act in your new city can help you feel more at home. Here are some simple tips to help you fit in and enjoy your new community:

• When you meet someone new, it’s nice to smile, shake hands and look them in the eye. This is especially common in workplaces and meetings.
• In Canada, people wait in line and take turns at places like the store, bus stop or bank.
• Being on time is important in Canadian culture. Try not to be late for things like doctor visits, job interviews or social events.
• Canadians like to have their own space. Try not to stand too close unless the person is your friend or family.
• Grande Prairie is home to people from many cultures. It’s important to be kind and respectful to everyone, no matter where they come from or how they live.
• Saying “please,” “thank you” and “sorry” is very important in Canada. These words help people get along.
• If you need help, don’t be afraid to ask. There are places in the community that can help you, like settlement agencies, cultural centres and social services if you face challenges or have questions about adapting to local norms and expectations.