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Applications are now open for Camp F.I.R.E. (Fostering Independence, Resilience and Empowerment), a three-day program led by the Grande Prairie Fire Department. Taking place April 24 to 26, 2026, the program offers young women and gender-diverse youth the opportunity to…
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"It is with a heavy heart that I acknowledge the passing of Elder Angie Mercredi-Crerar, a leader, advocate and long-time Grande Prairie resident.  Elder Angie was a monumental figure in Grande Prairie and across the region. Her leadership touched countless lives through…
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The ice is being carved, the music is queued and winter fun is just about ready to begin. The fifth annual Grande North Winter Festival returns to downtown Grande Prairie January 9 to 11, 2026, inviting the community to step outside and experience winter together. Throughout the…
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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…
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Delegations  Frank Skolly requested that Council look into replacing and updating the Grande Prairie Cenotaph.  Council directed Administration to bring a report back to the appropriate Standing Committee outlining options to support replacing and enhancing the…
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Residential snow clearing will continue as scheduled on New Year’s Day, with no changes to the two-week rotation or assigned clearing days. On Thursday, January 1, crews will be completing Week A residential snow clearing in Kensington, Mission Heights, O’Brien Lake and Stone…
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The City of Grande Prairie is reminding residents that the next round of residential snow clearing begins Monday, December 29. Residential snow clearing follows a two-week rotation. Residents are asked to plan ahead and move vehicles off the road from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on their…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – December 23, 2025) – “As 2025 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the year we have shared as a community and to thank residents for the role you continue to play in shaping Grande Prairie. We listened closely to what residents told us…
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Due to extreme weather conditions, the City of Grande Prairie is redirecting snow removal efforts to priority roads and postponing the next round of residential removal to Monday, December 29.  The previously announced second round of residential snow clearing, scheduled to…
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UPDATE – December 20 Due to extreme weather conditions, the City of Grande Prairie is redirecting snow removal efforts to priority roads and postponing the next round of residential removal to Monday, December 29.  Full details are available in today’s news release: https…
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The Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce and the City of Grande Prairie have partnered to deliver highly tailored instructional workshops to support current business needs in a virtual series called Serving Up Knowledge. The goal of each session is to cover a…
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Nominations are now open 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 through the Women of Influence Awards The Women of Influence Awards were created to…
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Below are the highlights for the City Council meeting held January 11, 2021: Delegations Grande Prairie Regional Sport Connection presented as a delegate to share their 2021 goals and information on the importance of sport and recreation. Bylaw C-1426 - Face Covering (Mask)…
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City Council made a public motion in October to move to voluntary arbitration for the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) as soon as possible to address fundamental topics of disagreement between the City of Grande Prairie and County of Grande Prairie that were not…
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Grande Prairie City Council have appointed Councillor Jackie Clayton as Mayor and Chief Elected Official for the remainder of the Council term.  The next general municipal election will be held on October 18, 2021.The decision comes after former Mayor Bill Given resigned on…
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Grande Prairie residents may now participate in an online survey about traffic operations designed to help provide insight on City operations. The ‘Did You Know?! All About Traffic Operations’ survey covers topics designed to shed light on the many considerations traffic…
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The City of Grande Prairie and Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce a collaborative community enhancement project to recognize the 20th anniversary of Centre 2000. The Grande Prairie sundial located at Centre 2000 is now able to display custom…
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Update: December 15, 2020 | 9:20 a.m.  An earlier version of these highlights stated Council received the petition to repeal the temporary mandatory mask bylaw for information; this is incorrect.  City Council received a Declaration of Insufficiency signed by…
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The City of Grande Prairie has compiled a Countdown to New Year’s activity sheet for residents to complete leading up to the annual fireworks. The activity sheet is available on the “New Year’s Event” event page at cityofgp.com/events and includes free, festive activity ideas…
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Due to popular demand, public skating at the Muskoseepi Park will be by private bookings only effective Monday, December 14 in order to adhere to provincial health regulations. Bookings are available in 1-hour timeslots at no charge by calling 780-538-0451 or online. Hours…