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Delegations Ravinder Rupana presented to Council regarding ride-share companies and the taxi industry. Daryl Hewko presented regarding the Million Man March. Public Member Appointments Council appointed Curtis Valentine to the Community Advisory Committee. 2024 Business…
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A previous version of this release identified Mandy Cardinal, whereas it is Mandee Rae. This is corrected below. A previous version of this release did not identify Whiskey Coalition as part of the live entertainment. This is corrected below. The City is updating this weekend’s…
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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…
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As of January 1, 2024, City of Grande Prairie Enforcement Services and Mobile Outreach have transitioned under the Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS).   Bringing Enforcement Services and Mobile Outreach under the GPPS is one of the many steps in the transition to a…
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The City of Grande Prairie and KMSC Law have partnered to bring residents two public free skates at Design Works Centre; January 28 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and March 3 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The skates promote the Design Works Centre as one of the main venues for the…
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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…
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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,…
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(Grande Prairie, AB – December 21, 2023) – The City of Grande Prairie has released an updated Retail Market Analysis that identifies the retail market's current state, including demand, spending, and opportunities for business retention and expansion activities. The study is…
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The City is bringing residents out to the ‘ball game’ with its new Lace ‘em Up exhibit at the Grande Prairie Museum, highlighting Grande Prairie’s sport history to acknowledge and celebrate major upcoming sporting events in 2024 and 2025. “We’re excited to show the depth of…
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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 Expo aims to…
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Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) - Back to School Road Safety Enforcement Services reminds drivers to use extra caution and watch out for pedestrians in school zones, residential areas, near playgrounds, or any other place frequented by children. In September STEP…
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Residents may provide feedback to the City on the Storm Drainage Master Plan at an open house on September 11 at the Centre 2000 located at 11330 106 Street. Residents may drop-in between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. to speak to a project representative, view displays and engage with the…
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The Eastlink Centre is currently seeking a corporate naming rights partner for the Half Fieldhouse, Court 2.  This customized partnership opportunity, offers businesses a unique way to show a strong commitment to the community while connecting with new audiences and…
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The spray parks at Muskoseepi Park and Lions Park are scheduled to close for the season after Labour Day. Each park will remain fully open over the long weekend and available for residents to enjoy. Crews will be on-site to start closing the spray park features of each park and…
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The public is advised the advanced green turning light on 100 Avenue to turn south onto 116 Street (near Costco) is currently non-operational due to damage to the median traffic pole. The damage was caused by a multi-vehicle accident. At this time, the use of alternate routes is…
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Over a dozen Francophone Albertan artists are visiting the Bowes Events Centre on Thursday, September 6 for a special performance of "Nouveau Monde"  The performance is a story on Alberta, the people who call it home, living together in community and how the liveliness and…
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The FASD Network of Northwest Alberta is hosting a free event on Friday, September 7 to recognize International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day. The event takes place at the Ernie Radbourne Pavillion in Muskoseepi Park from 8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. and is free…
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The Muskoseepi Park pond is temporarily closed, starting September 4, to allow Alberta Environment and Parks to treat the pond after an aquatic invasive species, goldfish, was discovered. The pond will be treated on September 7, and closed for up-to six weeks to allow crews to…
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The Recreation Access Program has been expanded to assist eligible applicants access memberships, passes and registered programs at five new participating facilities. The full list of participating facilities now includes the Eastlink Centre, Grande Prairie Museum, Muskoseepi…
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The cycling route for the Eastlink Centre Triathlon Route is changing for the race this year on Sunday, September 9. Cyclists will now race down 68 Avenue from Knowledge Way to Poplar Drive. This new route aims to improve the triathlon experience based on feedback from last year…