County of GP No. 1 News Archive

Agricultural support and responsible use of tax dollars are key for Brian Lieverse, the new councillor for County of Grande Prairie Division 5. Lieverse said when he stepped forward for the nomination last fall, he did not have any “pre-planned agendas”. Instead, he said he prioritized the concerns he heard residents on the campaign trail. […]

According to year-end numbers released by County of Grande Prairie Regional Enforcement Services, incident response has decreased by nearly 10 per cent. A 9.7 per cent decrease in tickets (January to September) was recorded, while the regional fire service notched a 9.9 per cent decrease in calls during 2025. It was however noted that the […]

More than 160 Dimsdale landowners have learned a controversial tourism operation in their area is one step closer to reality.  On Dec. 5, Brian Bildson filed a development permit application to the County of Grande Prairie for a commercial recreation facility that will see 12 two-bedroom cabins, a 3,700 square foot administrative centre, an accessory […]

The Beaverlodge community bus is expected to hit the road more often since expanding its operations to Hythe residents last month. Town of Beaverlodge Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) co-ordinator Reanna Stockman said the bus has been operating for five years, offering two weekly trips to Grande Prairie. As of Dec. 1, the bus […]

The hard work and dedication of fire service members have been receiving recognition from both the County of Grande Prairie and Saddle Hills County. On Dec. 15, County of Grande Prairie Reeve Amanda McDonald presented Regional Fire Service Fire Chief Trevor Grant with the Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal. Grant has served numerous fire services […]

More than $3 million has been approved in grants for local community groups and organizations in the County of Grande Prairie 2026 interim budget. Approximately $1,940,377 of the total will be allocated to Community Assistance Grants, with $1,092,416 awarded to Capital Community Projects. “Our communities thrive because of the dedication and hard work of local […]

January  Rising Above, a faith-based addictions treatment centre, broke ground at its Park Campus in Grande Prairie on Jan. 6, marking the beginning of construction of a $5 million four-story building that will expand its programming as well as its capacity – from 51 beds to 70. The province required the County of Grande Prairie […]

This past year was one of growth, collaboration, and progress for the County. Your feedback guided Council’s strategy and decision-making, reflecting your priorities of roads and public safety. April’s final budget deliberations included the difficult decision to approve a 2.4 per cent municipal tax increase to keep pace with service demands. Nearly 70 per cent […]

The County of Grande Prairie has tagged $7.9 million toward regional municipal collaboration in the 2026 interim budget approved last week.  The county has set down its financial commitments to the City of Grande Prairie, Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley via the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) set to be renewed Jan. 1, 2026. ICFs are required […]

If you’re looking for a service to attend near you this holiday season, there are plenty of options to choose from. Here is a list of South Peace churches offering services this Christmas season. Dec. 21 Hythe Alliance Community Fellowship Church10:30 a.m.A good old-fashioned Christmas hymn sing. Beaverlodge Blue Christmas Service7 p.m.Nondenominational service at Beaverlodge […]