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Road rehabilitation on Resources Road between 68 Avenue and 88 Avenue begins Saturday, July 25 as part of the City of Grande Prairie’s 2026 capital construction program. The work will renew aging roadway and storm infrastructure along one of Grande Prairie’s key arterial…
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Grande Prairie youth are invited to take on GP Transit Quest this August, a free, month-long scavenger hunt designed to help youth become more comfortable and confident using Grande Prairie Transit while exploring destinations across the city. Open to youth ages six to 17, GP…
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Proclamations Deputy Mayor, Jena Flach, proclaimed July 19 to 25, 2026, as National Drowning Prevention Week in the City of Grande Prairie, recognizing the importance of water safety and drowning prevention. Delegations Chandace Savidan presented to Council regarding concerns…
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Families are invited to step back in time and get creative as children’s craft sessions return to the Reverend Forbes Homestead this summer. Children’s craft sessions will be offered during select Homestead Tea dates on July 22, July 29, August 12, and August 20. Children aged…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – July 15, 2026) – Step back in time and experience the traditions, skills and stories that helped shape the region at the City of Grande Prairie's annual Heritage Day celebration on Saturday, August 1, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Grande Prairie Museum's…
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Reports Council approved a 10-year agreement with Axon Public Safety Canada to provide operational technology, software, equipment, and lifecycle support for the Grande Prairie Police Service.  
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Road rehabilitation on 68 Avenue between Kateri Drive and 100 Street begins Tuesday, July 14 as part of the City of Grande Prairie’s 2026 capital construction program. The work will renew aging infrastructure, improve road conditions and extend the service life of this key east-…
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Construction on the Crystal Lake Arboretum began this week, bringing new tree groves, walking trails and interpretive features to Crystal Lake Park. Located south of the Bike Skills Park, the Crystal Lake Arboretum will transform an open area of the park into a welcoming space…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – July 8, 2026) – Residents are advised of temporary road closures, transit impacts and aquatics closures on July 11 and 12 as the City of Grande Prairie hosts the annual Grande Prairie Triathlon at Eastlink Centre. The Grande Prairie Triathlon welcomes…
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Delegations Roy Whynot presented to Council regarding storm drains in his neighborhood. Council directed Administration to follow up with the delegate, as well as bring back a high-level overview of Stormwater Modeling work being done in the Mountview neighbourhood. …
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On Monday, July 26, construction begins on 100 Street from south of the 128 Avenue intersection to the northern city limits in both north and southbound lanes. Construction includes the repair and replacement of underground infrastructure, including a storm lead and catch basins…
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99 Street will be closed to vehicle traffic between 101 Avenue and 100 Avenue from Friday, July 23 to Monday, July 26. The closure is required to allow crews to complete storm line work on 99 Street and reconnect catch basins to the stormwater drainage system in the alleyways…
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On Monday, July 19 the Eastlink Centre is expanding drop-in availability and no longer requiring bookings for most of its amenities in alignment with Stage 3 of Alberta's Open for Summer Plan. The Fitness Centre, walking track, fieldhouse, steam room & sauna, lane swim and…
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Construction has begun on the Maskwôtêh Park pedestrian bridge. This week, crews began preparing land east of the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital for the new bridge. Once built, the pedestrian bridge will connect the park to the new hospital grounds and nearby trails. The 45-…
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The Centre for Creative Arts and City of Grande Prairie welcome community organizations, artists, and businesses to join in on this year’s local Alberta Culture Days celebrations. With the expansion into a month-long celebration throughout September, Alberta Culture Days offers…
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City Council approved a selection of 2022-2023 Community Group Funding Recommendations at the Council meeting held Monday, July 12, 2021. The funding allocation recommendations that were approved include: Operating Grant Allocations for the following community groups:…
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At the City Council Meeting held Monday, July 12, 2021 City Council ratified the purchase of the proposed site location for the Coordinated Care Campus. The subject property is located on the corner of 100 Street and 121 Avenue. In fall of 2020, the City was approached by the…
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The Grande Prairie Outdoor Pool is opening for general admission starting on Sunday, July 18. The pool is open 7 days a week with public swim times available from 11:00 a.m.- 8:45 p.m. Individual, single-use timeslot booking is still strongly recommended online to guarantee…
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For the meeting held July 12, 2021 Delegations The Grande Prairie Storm presented as a delegate to provide a financial update, plans for the 2021-2022 season and an update on the request for deferred payment on loan and economic recovery funding request. Paul Peters, Grant…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites the community to join in celebrating Heritage Day with a variety of activities taking place between the Grande Prairie Museum and Muskoseepi Park on Saturday, July 31. The event feature historical demonstrations and performances, a live art…