A previous version of this release identified Summit, Signature Falls and Crystal Ridge as Week A neighbourhoods, whereas they are part of Week B. This is corrected below.

A round of residential snow removal starts Monday, January 22.

Residential snow clearing commences when declared by the City with consideration of snow accumulations and forecasted weather. Current snowfall has led to conditions where a round of residential snow clearing is warranted.

The City of Grande Prairie has announced parking bans on permanent snow routes starting Wednesday, January 10.

The parking ban restricts parking on permanent snow routes (Priority 1 and 2 routes) from Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Parking bans come into effect to ensure safe access to roadways during snow removal operations.

The City of Grande Prairie is delighted to announce they are bringing back the free community sandbox for residents. This initiative aims to provide an accessible resource to enhance traction on residential sidewalks, promoting safety and ease of movement during the winter months.

The community sandbox is conveniently located at the City Service Centre (9505 112 Street), situated near the south end of 112 Street. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this service, allowing them to collect up to two, five-gallon buckets of sand per person for personal use.

The City of Grande Prairie, in collaboration with the Safer Roads Alliance, is delighted to announce the winners of the "How did the chicken cross the road?" Student Road Safety Contest. This contest, aimed at educating students about the importance of road safety through creative expression, received an overwhelming number of high-quality entries from students across various age groups.

The City of Grande Prairie is urging residents to prioritize safety by refraining from skating on storm ponds. Storm ponds pose significant safety risks, and engaging in recreational activities on them is strongly discouraged. The City emphasizes the following reasons for avoiding storm pond skating:

Thin Ice - Storm ponds are not designed or maintained for recreational activities like skating. The ice on storm ponds may be thin and inconsistent, posing a risk of falling through the ice.

The City of Grande Prairie announces the commencement of its fall and winter tree pruning program. This initiative, set to run from November 2023 to April 2024, aims to enhance the safety, beauty, and overall health of our urban greenery.

This season, the City's extensive tree pruning plan broadly encompasses numerous subdivisions, with the following areas included:

The City of Grande Prairie is delighted to announce a significant addition to its urban landscape with the recent installation of tree groves along 100 Avenue, between 116 Street and 112 Street. Over 80 trees have been thoughtfully planted in these groves to improve the aesthetics and environmental benefits of this bustling urban corridor.

In a joint initiative to elevate road safety awareness among the city's youth, the City of Grande Prairie and the Safer Roads Alliance proudly announce the return of the "How did the chicken cross the road?" Student Road Safety Contest.

With road safety as its cornerstone, the contest is open to all students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in the City of Grande Prairie. Participants are encouraged to showcase their creativity, whether through drawing, painting, photo(s), or creation of a short video. The only rule? Keep it safe and have fun doing it!

As winter approaches, the City of Grande Prairie is gearing up for the transition into winter operations. Our dedicated snow clearing and ice control crews are prepared to respond to any forecasted snowfall, ensuring safe and accessible roadways for all residents.

Full winter operations are scheduled to begin on November 5, 2023. The City of Grande Prairie conducts snow removal in three different ways:

The annual Neighbourhood Outdoor Rink Program has opened applications for residents to apply to build and maintain small skating rinks in their neighbourhoods.

The program is a free opportunity that provides approved applicants with the supplies to install and maintain small skating rinks in parks located near their homes for the winter.