(Grande Prairie, Alta. – May 7, 2026) – In Grande Prairie, aging well is shaped by connection, community and the ways people continue to show up for one another over time. That spirit will be on full display June 1 as residents gather for the Aging Well Together: Seniors’ Week Celebration.

Presented by the City of Grande Prairie and the Grande Prairie and Area Council on Aging, and co-hosted by the Government of Alberta, the free event takes place at The Bowes at Bonnetts Energy Centre from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will mark Alberta’s official launch of Seniors’ Week.

(Grande Prairie, Alta. – May 5, 2026) – Local seniors are invited to an afternoon of tea, conversation, and community connection at the Bi-Annual Seniors’ Tea.

The free event takes place on Wednesday, June 3 from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Evergreen Park, and is held in recognition of Seniors’ Week. The tea is hosted by the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) teams from the County of Grande Prairie, City of Grande Prairie, and the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley.

(Grande Prairie, Alta. – May 4, 2026) – Youth Week in Grande Prairie returns with a full lineup of activities designed to help young people try new things, build confidence and explore future opportunities.

A key highlight is the Youth Career Discovery Expo on May 7 at Bonnetts Energy Centre. The event will bring together more than 100 exhibitors and is expected to welcome over 2,000 youth an young adults ages 15 to 30. 

(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 5, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie proudly congratulates the 2026 recipients of the Women of Influence Awards.

Held in recognition of International Women’s Day, the awards celebrate women whose leadership, dedication and achievements are helping shape Grande Prairie’s future. From emerging leaders to those whose decades of commitment have left a lasting legacy, the recipients reflect the many ways women contribute to the strength and growth of the community.

The 2026 Women of Influence Award recipients are:

(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 4, 2026) – For many young people, choosing a career path can feel overwhelming. The Youth Career Discovery Expo aims to make that journey clearer and more accessible.

On Thursday, May 7, 2026, the City of Grande Prairie welcomes youth and young adults ages 15 to 30 to connect with local employers, post-secondary institutions and training providers at Bonnetts Energy Centre during the annual Youth Career Discovery Expo, creating space for questions, hands-on experiences and real connections that can shape their future.

(Grande Prairie, Alta. – March 4, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie is inviting community members to apply to serve on the Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee (HHAC). 

The committee provides strategic advice and recommendations to Council and Administration on housing and homelessness priorities, system planning and the allocation of municipal, provincial and federal funding. 

The 2026 Passionate Heart Celebration recognizes people who make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This year’s nominees are the neighbours, mentors, and front-line teams who turn care into action and strengthen everyday life for the people around them.

(Grande Prairie, Alta. – February 9, 2026) – The City of Grande Prairie is inviting local businesses, educators and community organizations to take part in the Youth Career Discovery Expo on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Bonnetts Energy Centre.

UPDATED - January 8, 2026 4:15 p.m.

A previous version of this release contained the wrong location for the engagement session on Friday, January 9. Please note that the correct location for the January 9 session is at the Montrose Cultural Centre. The date and time remain the same.