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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – September 1, 2026) – From supporting community programs to leading charitable initiatives, volunteers play a vital role in building a connected and welcoming city. The City of Grande Prairie is inviting nominations for the 2026 Volunteer Awards…
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Delegations Rachael Rode spoke to Council about roadway safety. Council directed Administration to bring a verbal update to the appropriate Standing Committee with potential low-cost opportunities, if they exist, to deal with similar road issues. 2025-2026 Youth Advisory Council…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – August 28, 2026) – Learning to use a new transit system can mean figuring out everything from where to catch the bus and how to pay a fare, to where to transfer and when to request a stop. The City of Grande Prairie is making that learning process easier…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – August 28, 2026) – FireSmart™ vegetation management work has resumed along the Bear Creek Corridor as the City of Grande Prairie continues efforts to reduce wildfire risk and strengthen community safety. Work is currently underway behind residences in…
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Residents are invited to roll up their sleeves and help grow Grande Prairie’s urban forest during a TD Tree Days event at Ivy Lake Park on Sunday, September 13. The City is working with TD to bring together up to 30 volunteers to plant 169 trees and shrubs in the park. The…
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Delegations Grande Prairie Live Theatre Society spoke to Council about their operations and requested funding support. Council approved funding in the amount of $40,000 immediately to the Grande Prairie Live Theatre Society, to be funded from the Financial Stabilization Reserve…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to swim, skate, play and explore local history with free community activities on Saturday, August 29 in celebration of Alberta Day. Residents can make a splash with free public swimming at Eastlink Centre and Aquatera Outdoor Pool, or…
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Road rehabilitation is beginning this week on sections of 100 Avenue and 116 Street as part of the City of Grande Prairie’s 2026 capital construction program. Traffic will remain open during construction but will be reduced to alternating single lanes through active work zones.…
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 The City of Grande Prairie is inviting residents to share their input as planning begins for the 2027 municipal budget. The 2027 budget engagement provides residents with an opportunity to help shape the City’s budget by identifying priorities for municipal services,…
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The City of Grande Prairie is helping festivalgoers travel safely and conveniently during Bear Creek Folk Festival with free transit for wristband holders and dedicated transportation after the final performances each night. Bear Creek Folk Festival takes place August 14 to 16…
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The Centre for Creative Arts and City of Grande Prairie have partnered with local artists and community organizations to present a month-long celebration of Alberta Culture Days through out the city.  Over 30 free events and activities are taking place throughout September…
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Drivers, parents, and school goers are reminded that 30 km/h school zones start on August 30, 2021 and are in effect from Monday to Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Parents and guardians dropping children off at school can prepare for the first day by pre-planning the trip…
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92 Avenue between Park Road and 92 Street has been temporarily closed as part of the Smith Subdivision Project. The project consists of several upgrades including replacing the watermain, installing storm sewer and extending utilities to the new Activity and Reception Centre,…
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On Thursday, August 26 all traffic travelling southbound into the city on 100 Street will be detoured west at 139 Avenue. The closure is required to safely complete the deep storm infrastructure installation and to maintain a safe distance between traffic and open excavations.…
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City Council Highlights for the meeting held August 23, 2021: Delegations Action on Smoking and Health Canada presented as delegates to advocate for a comprehensive smoke-free bylaw. Council directed Administration to propose amendments in alignment with the presentation to…
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The City of Grande Prairie is installing traffic signals at the intersection of Arbour Hills Boulevard and 132 Avenue providing controlled access to and from St. John Paul II Catholic High School The signals are being installed to help with traffic flow in and around the school…
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Charles Turner Park in the Highland Park neighbourhood will be temporarily closed until the end of the month starting Friday, August 20. The park is being closed to safely complete the sidewalk rehabilitation project currently underway. The sidewalks in the Highland Park…
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Registration for fall adult, youth, and child recreational programs at the Eastlink Centre opens to the public on August 23 at 8:30 a.m., with programs beginning in September. Registered courses available to the community include swimming lessons, certification courses, and…
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The City of Grande Prairie is seeking over 100 community members to work at voting stations for the municipal election in October. An election worker is an integral part of the electoral process as they help maintain a fair election and facilitate a smooth voting process on…
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Delegations City Council heard from Joel Acton, a representative from the Sawmill regarding a waiver for the downtown business tax. Council received the presentation for information. Transfer of Legion Field Assets City Council approved a request from the Grande Prairie Regional…