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The City of Grande Prairie is continuing its 2026 capital construction season with road rehabilitation work on 108 Street between 68 Avenue and north of 76 Avenue. Work is scheduled to begin Monday, July 6 and is expected to continue until early to mid-August, weather permitting…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – June 30, 2026) – Effective Tuesday, June 30 at 9 a.m., the City of Grande Prairie Fire Department has lifted the Fire Advisory for the city. This decision follows recent rain and cooler temperatures, which have lowered the wildfire danger in the…
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The City of Grande Prairie is beginning targeted road improvements on the westbound lanes of 116 Avenue between Lakeland Drive and 100 Street as part of ongoing efforts to renew sections of the corridor. Work begins on Tuesday, June 30 and is expected to continue until mid to…
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The City of Grande Prairie is offering a free Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) 101 information session for local organizations to build an understanding of FCSS funding and prevention focused programming ahead of the 2027 – 2029 FCSS funding cycle.  Taking place…
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Athletes of all ages and abilities are invited to swim, bike and run their way through the Grande Prairie Triathlon as it returns to Eastlink Centre on July 12, 2026.  The annual event continues to be one of the community's signature sport tourism events, attracting…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – June 19, 2026) – Canada Day returns to Grande Prairie on July 1, bringing the community together once again in Muskoseepi Park for one of the City’s biggest summer celebrations. This year’s celebration features the annual downtown parade, live…
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The City of Grande Prairie is pleased to welcome residents and visitors back to the Reverend Forbes Homestead this summer for a beloved seasonal experience. Afternoon tea returns for July and August 2026, inviting guests to slow down, connect with local history, and enjoy a…
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Residential street sweeping begins Monday, June 15 in Week A neighbourhoods across Grande Prairie. Street sweeping removes sand, gravel and debris left behind after winter operations, helping keep neighbourhood streets cleaner and supporting the long-term maintenance of road and…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to share their feedback as part of the 2026 Resident Satisfaction Survey. This survey helps the City better understand residents’ perspectives on City services, community priorities and quality of life in Grande Prairie. The survey is…
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The City of Grande Prairie is reminding the public of the following community facilities that are staying open over Canada Day for residents to enjoy a cool place to escape the heat as forecasted temperatures remain high: The following facilities are open for all members of the…
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Due to inclement weather forecasted, the City of Grande Prairie Canada Day Plaza Rock performances scheduled for Thursday, July 1 at the H.A. Rice Plaza are being relocated to the Bowes Events Centre in Revolution Place. All tickets are being honoured at the new location.…
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For the meeting held June 28, 2021: Moment of Remembrance Council observed a moment of silence in remembrance of the 751 children found at the site of the former Marieval Indian Residential School. Canadian Multiculturalism Day Mayor Jackie Clayton proclaimed June 27th, 2021 as…
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The City of Grande Prairie is advising the public that community facilities are available for drop-in for individuals requiring air conditioning to cool off during the heat wave: The following facilities are open for all members of the public: Ernie Radbourne Pavilion Monday…
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The intersection of 100 Avenue and 100 Street is closed to vehicle traffic beginning July 1, to accommodate continued construction on the Downtown Rehabilitation and Streetscapes Project. The closure is needed for the replacement of all remaining underground infrastructure,…
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Monday, June 28, JMS Construction will begin maintenance work on 13 pedestrian bridges within the Muskoseepi Park, along the trail system. The Bridge Repair and Maintenance Program is the City’s proactive approach for identifying and performing maintenance activities to prevent…
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UPDATE as of 4:30 p.m., Thursday, June 24: The Exploring Nature with A Wilder Calm event scheduled for Saturday, June 26 has been rescheduled to Saturday, July 10 due to inclement weather in the forecast The City of Grande Prairie is introducing new programming for the summer…
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In alignment with the provincial government’s Open for Summer plan that is lifting all COVID-19 restrictions July 1, the City of Grande Prairie is opening up capacity for the live performances taking place on Canada Day. Picnic in the Park is now open for all members of the…
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City of Grande Prairie Administration presented a Homelessness Strategy for Grande Prairie 2021-2023 funded in part by the provincial and federal governments at the Protective and Social Services Committee on June 22, 2021 providing an innovative, action-oriented, and forward-…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to celebrate Pollinator’s Week with a Buzzin’ Around Town Scavenger Hunt About Pollinator Week Pollinator Week is celebrated internationally from June 21-27, 2021 in support and celebration of pollinators and pollinator health. It is…