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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…
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The following information is published on behalf of the Alberta Mid-Sized Cities Mayors' Caucus.   LEDUC, ALBERTA – Alberta’s Mid-sized Cities Mayors Caucus (MCMC) gathered in Leduc for their Fall 2023 Caucus meetings to reaffirm their priorities, advocate for a provincial…
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Organizational Meeting City Council held their annual organizational meeting and approved the 2024 Council Calendar and committee appointments, as presented. Delegations Rising Above presented to City Council with a capital request of $333,000 to fund a residential addiction…
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The Grande Prairie Regional Association of Volunteer Organizations and the City of Grande Prairie invites individuals, community groups, educational institutions, and voluntary organizations to play a vital role in recognizing and celebrating the dedicated volunteers who make…
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Small Business Week is an annual celebration of Canadian entrepreneurship, and the City of Grande Prairie is thrilled to join in the festivities. Small businesses play a vital role in our community, providing essential services and bolstering our local economy. To mark this…
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The Eastlink Centre is currently seeking corporate naming rights partners for their Fieldhouse, walking track, PlayCare and more. Naming rights within this facility showcase your business in Grande Prairie’s largest recreational facility  within a high-visibility space in…
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The City of Grande Prairie is excited to announce the launch of a texting service that will improve the way residents receive important updates and stay connected with their community. This initiative is part of the City's ongoing efforts to expand services and provide…
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The City of Grande Prairie looks forward to the reopening of the Grande Prairie Eastlink Centre aquatics on October 23, with a renewed commitment to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors. However, we wish to inform the community that unforeseen repairs have…
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The City and the County of Grande Prairie have started construction on the Connector Trail, marking a significant milestone for the project. The new two-kilometre trail is intended to enhance connectivity and recreation between the County of Grande Prairie and City of Grande…
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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…
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132 Avenue between 84 Street and 92 Street to be Temporarily Closed on July 15 City crews will be doing maintenance work to a culvert on 132 Avenue (Highway 670) between 84 Street and 92 Street on Sunday, July 15 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. The work will result in a one-day closure…
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The City of Grande Prairie is proud to partner with the Grande Prairie RCMP Detachment and the Accident Support Services International (ASSI) on the creation of the Grande Prairie Collision Reporting Centre. "Placing the right resources in the right place is a focus for City…
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SELECTED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) Construction Zone – Safety (Speeding) As the City works hard to improve and revitalize our roads, Enforcement Officers will spend the month of July concentrating on road safety within construction zones. Annually, there is construction…
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Aquatera Utilities will continue cleaning the City's storm system and performing video inspections in the Gateway area and will move into the Crystal Heights and Ivy Lake neighbourhoods on Monday, July 9. The project boundaries include: 116 Avenue 100 Avenue 92 Street 88 Street…
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The Year 3 Report Card (2017-2018) from Grande Prairie's Five Year Plan to End Homelessness (2015-2019) was released today by the City of Grande Prairie and the Community Advisory Board on Housing and Homelessness. The local plan aims to end homelessness by having people…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting on July 3, 2018. Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Discretionary Use & Variance Authority Amendments to the Land Use Bylaw C-1260-97 - Discretionary Use & Variance Authority were approved. The amendments modify the…
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The public are advised the north and south bound stop signs on Knowledge Way West near Charles Spencer High School are to be removed on Tuesday, July 3. The stop signs are being removed to reduce the risk of collisions associated with traffic backing up onto 68 Avenue from…
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Construction work begins in the Richmond Industrial Park area on Wednesday, July 4, weather permitting. Construction will continue through to August as part of the 2018 Road Rehabilitation Program. Work takes place on the following roads: 97 Avenue from 112 Street to 116 Street…
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The City of Grande Prairie Taxation Department is open late Wednesday to Friday this week to assist residents making property tax payments by the due date of June 29. Payments can be made at the Taxation Department from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the remainder of the business week…
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From July 3 to September 30, the Muskoseepi Park Senior Children's Playground is closing to allow for installation of the new playground structure and rubber fall tile surfacing. The scope of work is as follows: July 3 to July 9: Removals of old playground equipment, playground…