The city has approved up to $10 million in principle for a new indoor recreation facility. The multi-use facility building would be similar to the dome design proposed by Swan City Football Club earlier in the year. "This motion shows our intent to be in the business to look to get a new facility in […]
In a bid to shore up passenger numbers, city transit will be free for youth up to age 17 as soon as this summer. Currently, ridership in Grande Prairie is down by approximately 70 per cent compared to 2019 levels before the pandemic. Previously, youth aged 6 to 17 were charged a reduced rate to […]
National Volunteer Week, taking place from April 16 to 22, is bringing a bevy of opportunities to help recognize and celebrate our local volunteers. This includes It Takes a Volunteer, a new initiative launched by the County of Grande Prairie. During the month of February, residents were encouraged to nominate individuals, teams, or organizations who […]
There are at least 328 individuals experiencing homelessness in the City of Grande Prairie, according to the latest Point in Time (PiT) report. The city performed the report in September as part of its bi-annual count to capture current information on its homeless population. “Addressing housing and homelessness needs are integral for the inclusive and […]
