An additional $1.2 million is required to complete the Coordinated Care Campus (CCC) at the former Stonebridge Hotel, bringing the project's total cost to more than $23 million. The decision to approve the additional funds was postponed to the Aug. 21 regular council meeting. “Representatives of the provincial government are in our community this week,’ […]
Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services Jason Nixon and Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Dan Williams visited the Grande Prairie area to tour the local social services organizations this week. On Monday, Nixon announced $68 million to support innovative and sustainable affordable housing solutions in the province. “We want to be a significant […]
Changes to decorative or specialty crosswalks in the city are coming after council decided to change its crosswalk policy at Monday’s regular council meeting. City administration based its findings for the new policy using the Transport Association of Canada’s (TAC) May 2023 report on specialty crosswalks. “Administration has received more frequent requests for specialty crosswalks,” […]
Built in 1928, the Pondick Residence in Sexsmith has deep roots in the local community. From a home to a doctor’s office to a garage, the building has worn many hats in its near-century of existence. (Photo by Austin Payeur) One Sexsmith landmark is nearing a century of life in the community. While it may […]
A bike park in Wembley is one step closer to reality after a 50,000 donation from Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL). On July 18, the Town of Wembley received the donation for the construction of a bike park as part of the town’s sports field project. The project, proposed by community services director Christina Ketchum, […]