Grande Prairie News Archive

Growth, communication and collaboration are the priorities of the Grande Prairie Public Library (GPPL) for the next four years.  Its 2026-2030 plan of service, launched Jan. 5, will serve as a “roadmap” for the library, according to GPPL director Hailey McCullough. McCullough said the plan, divided into four priorities, helps the GPPL continue to serve […]

The fifth annual Grande North Winter Festival took place in Grande Prairie from Jan. 9 to 11, inviting the community to step outside and experience winter together, whether enjoying some winter amenities at the Montrose Cultural Centre, at the Acoustic Cabin and Ice Bar at the Bonnetts Energy Centre, or taking to the ice at […]

The executive director of Odyssey House is lauding a pilot project that addresses family violence.  Mikaela Benson said the launch of the Family Violence Court Liaison program by the province aligns strongly with local priorities.  “The program aligns with what we know is necessary in northern, rural communities: Collaboration to reduce the burden on individuals […]

The Recall Nolan Dyck petition lead is raising concerns this week about access to public-facing space in city owned facilities.  Casey Klein, the applicant for the petition approved by Elections Alberta, says she has concerns about local governance after multiple requests to rent public-facing space were “denied, delayed, or left undocumented.” On Nov. 15, 2025 […]

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 […]

As we gather with loved ones, this season gives us a chance to reflect on the year we have shared together and the many ways our community continues to grow, support one another, and move forward. In 2025, Grande Prairie was shaped by the voices, ideas, and aspirations of our residents. Every major step we […]

Despite suffering a heartbreaker against the Peace Wapiti Academy (PWA), the Beaverlodge 3A Senior Boys Volleyball team took home the bronze during provincials last month. Beaverlodge Regional High School (BRHS) Athletic Director Myles Edgar said it was a close game, with PWA winning 15-13 in the third set, the closest match for the team. “Our […]

First-year students in the Veterinary Technology program at Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP) Fairview campus got an eleventh-hour reprieve in time for Christmas.  “With the benefit of time and further discussion with local partners” NWP has developed another option for its first-year vet tech students who, like the rest of the campus and faculty, were shocked to […]

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 […]