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Rehabilitation work is planned to begin June 1 at two intersections along 100 Avenue to renew and improve key commuter routes through Grande Prairie.  Work is scheduled at: 100 Avenue and 108 Street 100 Avenue and 116 Street The project includes asphalt milling, paving,…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites residents to explore local community gardens and orchards with the return of GP Grows: On Tour. The free drop-in series features outdoor sessions hosted in green spaces across the city, offering residents of all experience levels a chance to…
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As residents begin seasonal landscaping projects, the City of Grande Prairie is reminding the community to confirm property lines, understand boulevard areas and learn more about the local urban forest before starting work around their homes. About Boulevard Trees The City owns…
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The City of Grande Prairie Transit is offering complimentary shuttle service during the 2026 Grande Prairie Stompede from Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, May 31. Residents and visitors can ride free between Towne Centre Mall and Tara Centre throughout Stompede weekend, making it…
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(Grande Prairie, Alta. – May 21, 2026) – The Grande Prairie Fire Department is urging residents to take extra caution when disposing of smoking materials following a significant increase in human-caused fires across the community in recent weeks. In nearly all incidents,…
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The City of Grande Prairie begins neighbourhood canvassing on June 1, followed by exterior property photos from late June to August. This work ensures property records and assessments remain accurate and up to date. “The neighbourhood canvassing helps ensure our property records…
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UPDATED May 13, 2026, at 4 p.m. All gravel road bans within the City of Grande Prairie are lifted as of  Thursday, May 14.  Full 100 per cent axle weights are now permitted on all gravel roads. The City thanks residents and commuters who followed the seasonal…
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The City of Grande Prairie is launching the 2026 construction season with a continued focus on growth, connectivity and long-term investment, supported by $28.5 million allocated to Roads and Infrastructure in the 2026 Budget. Construction season plays an important role in…
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Delegations Jenn Flynn and Cari Foster presented to Council on behalf of APPLE Schools, a health and well-being initiative, sharing information about the programs and initiatives being delivered already at Alexander Forbes, Roy Bickell, Avondale, and Crystal Park schools. APPLE…
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Delegations Grande Prairie & Area Safe Communities presented to council about their successes and challenges over the course of the past 18-months, the presentation was received for information. Big Brothers Big Sisters Grande Prairie presented to council to share…
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The City of Grande Prairie is investing in upgraded recreation amenities in neighbourhoods by replacing playground equipment, park furnishings, and protective surfaces at three playgrounds. The T.J. Gorman, Annie Higbee and Kyra Paull playgrounds will be closed for approximately…
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Our hearts are with our Indigenous, First Nations, and Metis community in the wake of the discovery of 215 children lost at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. The City of Grande Prairie enters a time of reflection and mourning. We stand with our Indigenous, …
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The City of Grande Prairie continues to enhance and invest in our community, with more capital projects underway including the sidewalk repair and replacement program, road overlays, and trail reconstruction. Willow Drive Road Overlay in Cobblestone On Monday, May 31, the City’s…
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Grande Prairie RCMP Detachment is excited to announce the launch of a community engagement project focusing on increased visibility in Grande Prairie`s parks, trail systems, and in the downtown core of the city. Grande Prairie RCMP officers will patrol throughout the parks and…
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The City of Grande Prairie is embarking on its largest capital construction year on record, with $54.5 million in budgeted improvements to roads, sidewalks, trails, storm lines, bridges, traffic signal repairs, recreation amenities, and more. As the population of the City…
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The City of Grande Prairie invites community members to attend upcoming engagement sessions to share their thoughts and feedback on a proposed Coordinated Care Campus to be located at 12102 100 Street. The Coordinated Care Campus is a proposed partnership between the City of…
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Residents are invited to attend online public engagements sessions for the College Park Neighbourhood Area Redevelopment Plan and the Rural Service Area Land Use Bylaw updates. The College Park Area Redevelopment Plan is in the final stage of consultation. Two online information…
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City Council began today's meeting with a moment of silence in memory of Councillor Clyde Blackburn. Delegations Grande Prairie Art Gallery presented on their operations during the pandemic, City Council received the presentation for information Canadian Red Cross presented to…
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It is with the deepest sadness that I am informing you of the passing of community leader and City Councillor Clyde Blackburn. Clyde's strong and respectful approach to decision making is a model that all leaders would be wise to emulate. Our community mourns today, but through…