Joint Media Release – Six individuals and three organizations were honoured for their outstanding contributions to local social services at today’s 18th annual Passionate Heart Awards ceremony. 

The City of Grande Prairie is excited to announce the launch of the 'Aging Well Together' initiative, a key component of the Council's strategic priority to foster an "Inclusive and caring community." This initiative aims to engage and serve all seniors and older adults, ensuring that every individual is included and cared for.

The City of Grande Prairie, supporting the Communities Building Youth Futures (CBYF) Initiative, is excited to announce the Youth Career Discovery Expo 2024. This large-scale event is set to take place on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the Bonnetts Energy Centre.

The City of Grande Prairie announces a series of workshops as part of the Grande Prairie Inclusive and Caring Community Initiative (GPICC). The City is inviting local organizations and employers to participate in upcoming workshops to share their experiences in relation to attracting, retaining, and integrating immigrants into our local community.

Nominations are now open for the City of Grande Prairie’s Women of Influence Awards 2024 presented by Peace Diagnostic Imaging to recognize local women who have made a strong impact by promoting equality, providing opportunities for women in the community and breaking barriers in their field.

Our region is known for its vibrancy, entrepreneurship and continuous growth and these awards are a way to celebrate women’s achievements in making this possible with equal opportunity for all.

The City of Grande Prairie is proud to announce the launch of the Communities Building Youth Futures (CBYF) Microgrant Program. This initiative, in partnership with the Tamarack Institute, is designed to assist youth aged 13 to 30 in overcoming financial barriers to education and employment.

The CBYF Microgrant offers up to $750 per individual to help address specific needs such as transportation, educational materials, work attire, and certification fees. The program is now accepting applications through a user-friendly web form, available on the City’s website.

The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) teams at the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, and the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley are proudly initiating the call for nominations for the Annual Passionate Heart Awards.

The City of Grande Prairie has awarded the contract for service provision at the Coordinated Care Campus to The Mustard Seed.

The Mustard Seed’s mission is in alignment with the Coordinated Care Campus’s recovery-oriented model of care. Their programs and services include basic needs, health and wellness, housing, employment, spiritual care and community engagement. They will also be present on the Housing HUB table with other local housing and mental health organizations.

The City is observing National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW), from November 19 to 25 to increase public understanding and reduce the stigma surrounding addictions and substance use. 

NAAW focuses on fostering solutions and providing insights into the harms related to alcohol and other drugs. It's a time for Canadians to enhance their knowledge on the prevention, treatment, and recovery of substance use disorders and to discuss the continuous advancement of effective solutions.