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G RAN D E P R A I R I E
GUIDE 2019
L I F E S T Y L E
COMMUNITY
RELOCATION
We love Grande Prairie!
WELCOME TO OUR THRIVING COMMUNITY
Let us help you settle into the City! We can assist in:
• Buying a new home for your family • Transitioning from renting to buying • Managing your investment property
• Buying your first home • Referring you to professional services • Renting an apartment
• Selling your existing home • Selling your home if you transfer away • Renting a house
AWARD-WINNING BROKERAGE Angie Peters John Krol
Business of the Year 2014
Grande Prairie Chamber of Commerce 780 532 3400 780 814 1589
Passionate Heart Award 2016 rentRLP.ca JohnKrolRealtor.ca
City of Grande Prairie angiepeters@royallepage.ca johnk@royallepage.ca
THE REALTY GROUP
GRANDE PRAIRIE
A Blend of Urban Vibe & Historical Pride
Downtown is Grande Prairie’s centre for dining, shopping,
health and wellness, arts, business, and entertainment!
Experience more than 400 stores and services plus concerts,
sports events, parades, and much more throughout the year.
Experience the atmosphere of Grande Prairie's urban
marketplace – where you want to be!
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www.gpdowntown.com
HOMES&LAND
makes finding your new home easy.
Pick up a FREE copy of the Peace Region’s most comprehensive Real Estate publication
at over 600 locations throughout the region.
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available listings in all price ranges and to browse the current issue of the magazine online.
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OVERVIEW LIFESTYLE
06 A THRIVING CITY 44 OUR COMMUNITY
08 WHAT'S AROUND 46 ARTS & CULTURE
10 HISTORIC HUB 50 INDOOR RECREATION
12 CITY MAP 53 EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS
14 POPULATION 58 PARKS
SETTLING IN BUSINESS
16 KEY CONTACTS 60 BUSINESS ADVANTAGE
18 HOUSING 62 BUSINESS RESOURCES
22 EDUCATION 63 SHOPPING
27 ENVIRONMENT
28 HEALTH CARE
30 TRANSPORTATION
32 EVENTS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT | DISTRIBUTOR PUBLISHER | DESIGNER | ADVERTISING SALES
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Bag 4000 – 10205-98 Street, City Hall, Grande Prairie, Alberta 10017 100 Ave, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada T8V 0V2
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COVER PHOTOGRAPH BY LIZA CURTISS PRINTED IN ALBERTA, CANADA
PHOTOGRAPHY Angie Patterson, Aquatera, Beauchamp Photography, Carmen Vallentgoed, City of Grande Prairie, GPRC,
Grant Berg Gallery, imageDESIGN, Jacek Sopotnicki, JKP Images, Judd Dowhy, Liza Curtiss, Nitehawk, South Peace Regional Archives,
The Centre for Creative Arts, The Dunes Golf & Winter Club, The Jump Yard, Tom Gorman, William Vavrek
CONTRIBUTORS City of Grande Prairie - Economic Development Department, Jessica Sanderson
© All rights reserved Grande Prairie Guide 2019. Reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. imageDESIGN and the City of Grande Prairie makes every effort to
ensure the accuracy of the information it publishes, but cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from errors or omissions.
SUNSET OVER GRANDE PRAIRIE | WILLIAM VAVREK
5
OVERVIEW
explore, discover, live
A T HRIVING CIT Y
You might not expect to find countless opportunities in a city with Entrepreneurial Community in Canada for three consecutive years
a population just over 69,088; however, Grande Prairie offers an has made it the perfect place for young people to start their
intriguing mix of small city community and big city benefits. The careers and families. Grande Prairie is one of the youngest cities
city’s advantage in attracting businesses, jobs, and people comes in Canada, boasting more children entering kindergarten than
from its agricultural industry, strategic location, and diverse wealth adults heading into retirement. To allow this population to thrive,
of natural resources—including oil, natural gas, coal, and lumber. the city has developed a wide range of activities and amenities for
residents of all ages, from children to the elderly.
As the largest commercial centre north of Edmonton, Grande
Prairie draws people from all over the world to work and live, as Grande Prairie is a four-season playground with so much, both
well as serves as a hub to outlying areas. The city serves residents indoors and outdoors, to entertain visitors, newcomers, and
from northeastern British Columbia and northwestern Alberta to long term-residents. Whether you like adventure, learning, or
as far away as the Yukon and Northwest Territories creating a total relaxation Grande Prairie has something for everyone.
trade area of over 289,832 people. The city’s impressive draw
from the surrounding area allows residents and visitors alike to In Grande Prairie it’s easy to get out and get active: you can walk
enjoy a wide variety of shopping and recreation. the trails in Muskoseepi Park, play a round of golf at one of the
local courses, or even surf at the state of the art Eastlink Centre.
The abundance of jobs and Grande Prairie’s status as the Most The city also has a number of parks and spectacular green spaces
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OVERVIEW
for outdoor enjoyment right in the city. In the foothills just south COMPLEMENTARY PUBLICATIONS
of Grande Prairie you can find year-round entertainment and GRANDE PRAIRIE GUIDE
great camping opportunities. Also available in French.
If you’re a fan of sports you can cheer on the Grande Prairie ECONOMIC PROFILE
Storm at an AJHL game or catch one of the major local, national, Grande Prairie’s vibrant economy has developed with
or international sporting events that Grande Prairie has gained years of steady growth. Within the Economic Profile,
a reputation for hosting. Recent events include: the 2015 Tour you will find demographics, development and trans-
of Alberta, the 2015 Canada Cup of Curling, the 2016 Scotties portation information, sector profiles, and much more.
Tournament of Hearts and 2018 Alberta Summer Games.
HOTEL & EVENT FACILITIES GUIDE
Lovers of art and culture will have no trouble finding entertain- You’ll want to refer to this publication when you are
ment in the city. Revolution Place hosts world-class acts like planning your next event, meeting or conference. Find
Rihanna, Keith Urban, and Elton John. The Grande Prairie Live room dimensions, photos, facility amenities, and accom-
Theatre regularly showcases local talent and produces plays, modation information for every space in Grande Prairie.
concerts, film festivals, and other events. Those looking for
inspiration can visit the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie, which SPORTS FACILITIES GUIDE
houses the largest public art collection in the region. For the When you’re planning to host a sporting event, compe-
hands on experience, the Centre for Creative Arts offers a range tition or tournament, this is your guide for information
of classes to learn new skills. on all Grande Prairie and surrounding area sport
facilities, their amenities, map locations, and photos.
With something for everyone, Grande Prairie is the perfect place
start your family, or set out on your own. Not only is the city a Request a print copy: ecdevinfo@cityofgp.com
great place to live and work, but it is a place where you can thrive. View online: cityofgp.com/livehere
COUNTRYSIDE SOUTH NEIGHBOURHOOD | WILLIAM VAVREK
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OVERVIEW
centre of the peace river region
WHAT ’ S A ROUND
Grande Prairie’s ideal location means that it not foothills and you will encounter a very different landscape of
only acts as a hub to draw people from the vast boreal forest and towering Rockies.
surrounding area but also that it is the focal point
of a vibrant region. You can take advantage of how An abundance of provincial parks can be found in nearly any
easy it is to travel in the region to explore beyond direction from the city if you like to explore, hike, or camp. To
the city itself and discover an extensive network of take in the breathtaking beauty of nature in comfort, and for
nearby towns and cities, both in Alberta and world-class skiing, hot springs, and restaurants you can travel
British Columbia. to Jasper National Park, just four hours south of Grande Prairie.
Located where Highways 2, 40, and 43 meet, it’s easy to drive For a bit of history, you can take a scenic drive north, where
to or from the city. If you prefer to fly, the Grande Prairie you will encounter the majestic Peace River Valley while cross-
Airport has direct flights to Edmonton and Calgary allowing ing the historic Dunvegan Bridge. You can learn amazing things
residents to comfortably travel near and far. about the region by exploring the many homesteads and
museums that surround the city.
Leaving the city you will encounter farm and parkland, giving
the area the vast and open feeling of the natural prairie land- From stunning natural landscapes and outdoor adventures to a
scape. If you want a break from the beautiful endless skies of wealth of history and discovery the region surrounding Grande
the prairies you can head south or west from the city into the Prairie is yours to explore.
NORTHERN LIGHTS NEAR GRANDE PRAIRIE | WILLIAM VAVREK
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OVERVIEW
GETTING TO GRANDE PRAIRIE
750 km | 466 miles 35
CALGARY
7 hrs via AB-43 E
PEACE RIVER
456 km | 284 miles
EDMONTON
4.5 hrs via AB-43 E 2
TO FORT MCMURRAY
749 km | 466 miles
FORT MCMURRAY
7.5 hrs via AB-2 E GRANDE PRAIRIE 2
63
63
207 km | 129 miles
FORT ST. JOHN
2.5 hrs via AB-43 W & BC-97 N
397 km | 247 miles
JASPER
4.25 hrs via AB-40 S 43
197 km | 123 miles 40 16
PEACE RIVER
2.25 hrs via AB-2 N & AB-2 E EDMONTON
608 km | 378 miles
RED DEER JASPER
5.75 hrs via AB-43 E & AB-2 S
2
RED DEER
CALGARY
1
2
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OVERVIEW
over a hundred years of history
HI S T O R I C HUB
Grande Prairie is located in Alberta’s Peace 100th Street, and soon after, much of the Grande Prairie town
Country, so named for the Peace River, which flows site began to be taken up by various businesses, ready to serve
through the area. Before the arrival of European the incoming settlers. Grande Prairie was incorporated as a
settlers, the prairie was home to the Beaver First village in 1914.
Nation, with bands of Cree sometimes travelling
through the region as well. During the Great Depression, more settlers arrived from the
drought-stricken southern prairies. They came north to farm the
Since the 17th century, the fur trade brought European explor- moist, fertile soils of the Peace. The Depression was difficult for
ers further and further west, and in 1793, Alexander Mackenzie people on the prairies, but thanks to the favourable weather
became the first European to travel through the Peace River conditions of the Peace River Region residents fared relatively
Region. In 1805, the initial fur trade post was established in the well. Agriculture built the foundation of Grande Prairie in the
region on behalf of the North West Company. early 20th century, and it remains important today. The region
produces more grain than the entire province of Manitoba, as
A Hudson’s Bay trading post was established near Grande well as the largest share of the Canadian honey supply.
Prairie in 1881. The beginning of the 20th century saw more
settlers in search of farmland, and in 1910, the town site was The discovery of oil at Leduc, Alberta in 1947 ignited a series
laid out by the Argonaut Company. In 1911, a two-storey store of explorations leading to the discovery of bountiful reserves
was erected on the corner of what is now 100th Avenue and of oil and natural gas in the Peace Region. Though some
DOWNTOWN 1950 | SOUTH PEACE REGIONAL ARCHIVES
10OVERVIEW
exploration and drilling occurred in the early parts of the 20th services. The opening of Crystal Park School in 1983 brought
century, it was the post-war explorations that spurred the oil Grande Prairie the first integrated school in Alberta combining
and gas industry in the area. As more and more reserves regular school with programs traditionally only found in hospi-
were discovered, the economy expanded and the region’s tals. Building on the region’s success, a 161-bed hospital was
population increased dramatically. Today, the oil and natural opened in 1984 to accommodate a growing population base.
gas industry has become integral to Grande Prairie’s
economic growth. Grande Prairie continues to grow and expand every year. To
accommodate the growing population, the Grande Prairie
The second half of the 20th century was the beginning of an Regional Hospital is slated for completion in 2020. The new
era of prosperity for Grande Prairie. The rapid economic and facility will function as a regional referral centre, providing
population growth in the town and region led to Grande Prairie health services to northwestern Alberta residents and allowing
becoming a City in 1958. This growth quickly drove up demand more northern patients to receive specialized and complex
for infrastructure and workforce development. care, closer to home and with shorter wait times.
To address the region’s growing need for post-secondary Grande Prairie is a city of constant change and growth. As
education, the Grande Prairie Junior College was established talented young workers and their families move to the area in
in 1965, becoming the Grande Prairie Regional College in search of opportunities, they continue to help shape the city
1974. The modern structure bordering Muskoseepi Park was into the vibrant community that it is.
designed by world-renowned architect Douglas J. Cardinal.
Following the construction of the college was the opening of
the Prairie Mall, attracting international stores and shoppers to
the city.
Grande Prairie’s role as a regional hub was enhanced in
1982 with the opening of the new Courthouse and Provincial
STREET CONSTRUCTION 1948 | SOUTH PEACE REGIONAL ARCHIVES
Building to service the region’s need for Alberta Government
11OVERVIEW
ARBOUR
HILLS
132 AVE. 132 AVE.
HIDDE
VALLE
BEAR
CREEK
HIGHLANDS
AIRPORT
WEST
TERRA
116 ST.
BROCHU
NORDHAGEN INDUSTRIAL WESTGATE GATEWAY
43 100 AVE. 100 AVE. 43 100 AVE
CENTRE WEST RICHMON
BUSINESS PARK INDUSTRIA
WEST MOUNTVIEW AIRPORT VISION
124 ST.
PARK
MOUNTVIEW BUSINESS INDUSTRIAL WEST
INDUSTRIAL PARK BUSINESS
PARK
116 ST.
RAILSIDE
BUSINESS
PARK
2 84 AVE.
43
116 ST.
KENSINGTON
WESTPOINTE
43 670
43 PINNACLE
43 RIDGE
116 ST.
68 AVE.
O’BRIEN
LAKE
40
668
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108 ST.
100 ST.
92 ST.
84 ST.
TRADER ALBINATI
RIDGE INDUSTRIAL
132 AVE. 132 AVE. 132 AVE. 132 AVE.
EN LAKELAND
EY
NORTHGATE
KINGSGATE
CITY MAP - LEGEND
43
NORTHRIDGE
Area Schools
108 ST.
CRYSTAL Hospital
RIDGE
100 ST.
CRYSTAL COPPERWOOD
ROYAL OAKS LAKE ESTATES
Future Hospital
Police Station
ST.
108
116 AV
E. 43 116 AVE. 116 AVE. Fire Station
CRYSTAL
HEIGHTS Arts Centre
100 ST.
99 ST
MOUNTVIEW
Museum
T.
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WEST
108 S
AVONDALE CARRIAGE
92 ST.
Library
LANE
98 ST.
MONTROSE
TRUMPETER
Railway
VILLAGE
CENTRAL Industrial Area
BUSINESS HILLSIDE CRYSTAL
VLA LANDING
DISTRICT
Commercial Area
98 ST.
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SWAN CITY
PARK ESTATES Rural Service Area
E. 100 AVE. 100 AVE.
ND 99 AVE. COBBLESTONE Airport
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108 ST.
Information Centre
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100 ST.
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84 AVE. BROOKFIELD
92 ST.
84 AVE. 84 AVE.
108 ST.
SOUTHVIEW
RIVERSTONE
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84 ST.
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STONE COUNTRY CLUB
RIDGE WEST COUNTRY
KENNEDY
CLUB COUNTRYSIDE
ESTATES SOUTH
108 ST.
13OVERVIEW
a young, fast-growing community
PO P UL AT I ON
DINING OUT IN DOWNTOWN | BEAUCHAMP PHOTOGRAPHY
With a median age of 31.9, well below the national average of Grande Prairie’s youthfulness is a result of the growing oppor-
40.5 Grande Prairie is an exceptionally young city. Whether it is tunities presented by its role as a regional hub as well as the
parents pushing a stroller, children filling the Eastlink Centre or area’s many natural resources. Grande Prairie’s population grew
families biking one of the many trails, there are signs of youth 92.1% between 2000 and 2018 as people flocked to the area
everywhere you turn. for job opportunities.
7000
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION BY AGE POPULATION
69,088
6000
5000
Population
2018 Municipal Census
4000
Several smaller communities bring
3000 the total trading area population
2000 to approximately 289,832 people.
1000
0
5 9 14 19 24 29 34 39 44 49 54 59 64 69 74 79 84 +
< − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − 85
5
10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80
The median age of the
City of Grande Prairie County of Grande Prairie community is a youthful 31.9
92.1% POPULATION
INCREASE 2000–2018 3.69% RATE 2000–2018
POPULATION GROWTH
5.6% UNEMPLOYMENT
RATE (2018 average)
14Welcome Home
Newly Renovated Rental
Apartments and Townhomes
Heat, Water and Parking Included 24-hour Customer Service
TELUS Internet & Optik TVTM Included* Resident Member Account
Upgraded Flooring and Appliances Veteran’s Discount
On-site Laundry Facilities On-site Maintenance, Cleaning and Landscaping
AVONDALE BEAR RIDGE MANOR BEAR RIDGE PLACE
10012 – 107 Ave. 10010 Prairie Rd. 10009 Prairie Rd.
Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites 1 & 2 bedroom suites
COLLEGEVIEW EAGLE PLACE GRANDE POINTE
10511 – 103 Ave. 9721 – 92 Ave. 9913 – 108 Ave.
Bachelor & 1 bedroom suites Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites
HILLCREST HEIGHTS MCKENZIE POINTE PRAIRIE SUNRISE TOWERS
9612 – 100 Ave. 10216 – 106 Ave. 9649 – 94 Ave.
Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites
BOARDWALK PARK ESTATES I & II
9209 – 100 St. Call 587.801.4626 or visit bwalk.com
Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom suites
2, 3 & 4 bedroom townhomes
to book a showing today.
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resources to get you started
K E Y C O N TACTS
WESTGATE FIRE STATION | WILLIAM VAVREK
CITY MATTERS
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION CONTACT
The Citizen Contact Centre is your central point of contact for
general City of Grande Prairie inquiries including Enforcement 780-538-0300
City of Grande Prairie
Services, Transportation Services, GP Transit, Environmental cityofgp.com
Stewardship, the Mayor/City Manager's Office
The Grande Prairie Fire Department serves the citizens of Grande 780-538-0393
Grande Prairie Fire Department
Prairie with the goal of protecting life, property, and the environment cityofgp.com/fire
24 hr. non-emergency:
780-830-5700
Grande Prairie RCMP Grande Prairie is served by the local RCMP detachment
General enquiries:
780-830-5701
UTILITIES
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION CONTACT
780-538-0348
Aquatera Provider of water, wastewater, solid waste, and recycling services
aquatera.ca
1-800-668-2248
ATCO Electric Electricity provider
atcoelectric.com
780-539-2400
ATCO Gas Natural gas provider
atcogas.com
310-4822
Utilities Consumer Advocate Find information on your electricity and natural gas options
ucahelps.alberta.ca
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KEY SERVICES
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION CONTACT
780-539-5009
A1 License & Registry Provides driver licensing and other license and registry services
a1registry.ca
866-989-6370
Alberta Motor Association Provides driver licensing, insurance, and roadside assistance services
ama.ab.ca
780-538-4452
Centre for Newcomers Helps newcomers to Canada integrate into the community
gpcn.ca
780-539-1111
Greyhound Bus service to Edmonton, Calgary, and other Canadian cities
greyhound.ca
Driver licensing and vehicle registration, corporate registry, birth,
780-532-4033
The License Centre death, marriage, land title, personal property, health care, and
thelicencecentre.ca
Canadian Boating License
Employment and career services, programs, and resources for job 780-539-5477
The Work Place
seekers and employers gpworkplace.ca
COMMUNICATION SERVICE PROVIDERS
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION CONTACT
780-833-7020
Bell Mobile phone, internet, and TV
bell.ca
1-888-345-1111
Eastlink Phone, internet, and TV
eastlink.ca
1-888-481-3436
Fido Mobile phone
fido.ca
1-877-463-9728
Galaxy Broadband Satellite internet service
galaxybroadband.ca
1-866-995-6636
Koodo Mobile phone
koodomobile.com
310-2225
Telus Mobile phone, phone, internet, and TV
telus.ca
1-877-243-4568
Xplornet Internet
xplornet.com
LOCAL MEDIA
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION CONTACT
780-357-3733
2day FM Local radio station
2dayfm.ca
780-532-0840
Big Country XX Local radio station
bigcountryxx.com
780-532-1110
Daily Herald-Tribune Local daily newspaper
dailyheraldtribune.com
Eastlink Channel 7 Community TV channel 780-513-7647
780-882-6612
Q99 Local radio station
q99live.com
780-830-7640
Reach FM Local radio station
reachfm.ca
780-539-9700
Rock 97-7 Local radio station
rock977.ca
17SETTLING IN
moving in
HO U S I NG
YOUNG FAMILY IN SUBDIVISION | BEAUCHAMP PHOTOGRAPHY
Being a city in northwestern Alberta, it is often construction remains busy with Building and Inspection Services
believed that the cost of living in Grande Prairie is high issuing a total of 1,018 permits in 2018. The annual average
relative to the rest of Canada or even the Province. home price in Grande Prairie rose slightly to $304,365, a 4%
increase from 2017, yet significantly lower than the provincial
However, the cost of living is very comparable with the rest of average of $387,460 and national average of $488,699.
Alberta. With a high average household income and a discre-
tionary income that is double the national average, Grande The average rent for a two bedroom suite in Grande Prairie
Prairie residents are accustomed to a comfortable lifestyle. remained affordable in 2018 at $1,122 per month, compared to
The local real estate market remains affordable. The city’s the province wide average of $1,215.
140,000 25% INCOME TO RENT
Percent of Income
120,000 COMPARISON
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Income
100,000
Median Family Income
80,000 15%
Median Household Income
60,000
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40,000 Average 2 Bedroom Rental
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CRYSTAL LAKE NEIGHBOURHOOD | WILLIAM VAVREK
RENTING
With the affordability of rentals, renting a house or apartment is a viable option for singles, couples or families. Many of
Grande Prairie’s hotels also offer long-term options that can serve as a comfortable place to stay while searching for more
permanent accommodations.
ORGANIZATION WEB ADDRESS PHONE
Advantage Property Management advantagepropertygp.com 780-357-0336
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate rentgp.managebuilding.com 780-532-3388
Boardwalk bwalk.com
Emerald Manor Apartments kelsongroup.com 587-803-8011
Equity Rentals equity.rentals 780-357-3338
Northview Apartment REIT northviewreit.com
Prime Property Management gpprime.net 780-538-2980
Quality Property Management commvestrealty.com 780-539-7131
Real Property Management realcanadianpropertymanagementsolutions.managebuilding.com 780-532-4900
Royal LePage Property Management rentrlp.ca 780-532-3400
The above list is intended to be inclusive of housing rental services in Grande Prairie, however it is not exhaustive.
SENIOR LIVING
With activities and amenities for all ages, Grande Prairie provides a comfortable lifestyle for those seeking retirement living and
supportive housing.
ORGANIZATION WEB ADDRESS PHONE
Grande Spirit Foundation grandespirit.org 587-771-9432
Points West Living parkplaceseniorsliving.com 780-539-5538
The above list is intended to be inclusive of organizations providing senior living services in Grande Prairie, however it is not exhaustive.
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for all ages, young & old
ED UC AT I O N
GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL COLLEGE | GPRC
Grande Prairie is fortunate to be served by a THE GRANDE PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT (GPPSD)
world-class education system with a wide variety of The Grande Prairie Public School District (GPPSD) offers French
exciting program options for students at any stage. Immersion programming for students from pre-kindergarten to
Grade 12, Montessori programming for preschool to Grade 6
From pre-kindergarten right through to post-secondary, and International Baccalaureate programming for Grades 10–12.
choice is abundant with many daycare and dayhome facili- GPPSD also includes the Academy, a performance driven aca-
ties, approximately 30 schools at four districts and Grande demic and athletic training program for students in hockey, dance,
Prairie Regional College. Each school district offers a wide soccer, and golf. Additionally, GPPSD students have the oppor-
variety of unique and specialized possibilities, including French tunity to earn credits towards their post-secondary studies thanks
Immersion, Francophone Education and Montessori to dual credit partnerships with the Grande Prairie Regional
programming while the college offers a range of post secondary College and the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology.
options from trades and diplomas to university-transfer gppsd.ab.ca | 780-532-4491
programs. Whichever educational path you decide to take,
you’ll be set up for success starting in Grande Prairie. GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL COLLEGE (GPRC)
Grande Prairie Regional College (GPRC) is a comprehensive
THE GRANDE PRAIRIE AND DISTRICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL community institution offering university transfer, diploma and
The Grande Prairie and District Catholic School district serves certificate programs; apprenticeship and preemployment trades
students of all faiths and backgrounds. French Immersion training; and adult high school equivalency completion. The
Programming is available through the Catholic school system highly-qualified faculty, affordable tuition, small classes,
to students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 and the personal contact, and extensive scholarship and awards
Celtic Academy, a multi-sport based program is offered to program offered by GPRC attract students from across the
students in Grades 4–12 and is based on the Long-Term country. In 2018 GPRC was awarded degree granting status as
Athlete Development program. the institution's first step towards becoming a university.
gpcsd.ca | 780-532-3013 gprc.ab.ca | 780-532-8133
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WHISPERING RIDGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | WILLIAM VAVREK MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL | WILLIAM VAVREK
THE NORTHWEST FRANCOPHONE EDUCATION REGION THE PEACE WAPITI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIVISION
The NorthWest Francophone Education Region (Conseil Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) provides service
scolaire du Nord-Ouest No 1 - CSNO) offers preschool to more than 6,000 Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 students in 34
to Grade 12 students high quality Francophone education schools, including eight Hutterite colony schools, two outreach
at École Nouvelle Frontière, Grande Prairie’s only schools, an online school, and educational programming at a
Francophone school. group home facility. The City of Grande Prairie is home to Harry
Balfour School, offering Kindergarten to Grade 8 and Peace
École Nouvelle Frontière offers Alberta Education’s Wapiti Academy, a Grades 9–12 high school.
curriculum, along with a rich cultural programming which
supports a sense of belonging to the francophone community. North of the city is the new Whispering Ridge Community
The CSNO’s graduates’ high level of bilingualism, as well as School, offering Kindergarten to Grade 8 and a playschool
the abilities developed during their francophone schooling, facility. Peace Wapiti Enterprise Centre located in Royal Oaks
increases their opportunities for post-secondary education subdivision provides alternative education options and teacher
an employment. support for junior and senior high academic programming.
csno.ab.ca | 780-624-8855 PWPSD offers full-day and half-day Kindergarten options. High
school students may earn post-secondary credit through dual
credit partnerships with Grande Prairie Regional College and
Northern Lakes College.
pwsd76.ab.ca | 780-532-8133
DAYCARE & DAYHOME FACILITIES
ORGANIZATION WEB ADDRESS PHONE
A Bright Beginning Child Care Centre abrightbeginningchildcare.ca 780-532-9170
Building Blocks Daycare gprc.ab.ca/community/daycare 780-539-2781
Garderie Les Petits boucs Daycare (ELCC) nouvellefrontiere@csno.ab.ca 780-532-3196
Ivy Lake Out of School Program 780-513-0695
Kid’s Place Pre-School & Kids Day Care Centre davebarcc.ca 780-538-0469
Queen Elizabeth II Hospital Child Care Centre bit.ly/qe-child-care 780-538-7100
Stepping Stones Day Care & Family Day Home Program ssdcs.ca 780-532-9684
Watch Me Grow Family Child Care Program watchmegrow.ab.ca 780-814-7050
Wee Care Drop In Centre weecaredaycaregp.com 780-357-0030
YMCA Childcare bit.ly/ymca-gp 780-539-9622
23inspire.
create.
OUR SCHOOLS
believe.
@gpcatholic @gpcatholic
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
SEXSMITH
Whispering Ridge
Clairmont
Westlake
St. Catherine Catholic School St. Mary’s Catholic School
Grades Pre-K - 7 Grades Pre-K-12 NW Acreages 132 Avenue
12815-104A St., Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2N7 9001 - 103 Street, Sexsmith, AB T0H 3C0
(780) 532-0010 | www.stcatherine.gpcsd.ca (780) 568-3631 | www.stmarys.gpcsd.ca
St. Clement Catholic School SPIRIT RIVER
Grades Pre-K-7 l Lake
Ste. Marie Catholic School Crysta
9636-109 Ave., Grande Prairie, AB T8V 1R2
Grades Pre-K-8 St. Catherine
(780) 532-4698 | www.stclement.gpcsd.ca
4910 - 44 Ave., Spirit River, AB T0H 3G0
St. Patrick Catholic School (780) 864-3585 | www.stemarie.gpcsd.ca
PASS)
Grades Pre-K-7 (BY Copperwood
FAIRVIEW
Y 43
7810 Poplar Dr., Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4T8
HW
(780) 539-7434 | Will reopen Fall 2020 St. Thomas More Catholic School Holy Cross
Grades K-12
Holy Cross Catholic School NE Acreages
100 Street
10208 -114 St., Fairview, AB T0H 1L0 Res
92 Street
er voir St. Clement
Grades Pre-K-7 | Celtic Academy Grades 4-7 (780) 835-2245 | www.stm.gpcsd.ca
11011-90 St., Grande Prairie, AB T8X 1J7 Crystal Landing
(780) 538-0077 | www.holycross.gpcsd.ca Carriage Lane
100 Avenue
St. Kateri Catholic School JUNIOR & SENIOR Ivy Lake
Grades Pre-K-7
Celtic Academy Grades 4-7 HIGH SCHOOLS
7906 Mission Heights Dr.
Grande Prairie, AB T8W 1H3 St. Joseph Catholic School
(780) 538-2883 | www.kateri.gpcsd.ca Grades 8-12
French Immersion Grade 12
Mother Teresa Catholic School Celtic Academy Grades 8-12
St. Gerard
Grades K-7 | Montessori Pre-K-6 10520-68 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2P1
84 Avenue
7501 Willow Dr., Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0H7 (780) 532-7779 | www.stjoseph.gpcsd.ca
108 Street
(780) 814-9732 | www.motherteresa.gpcsd.ca SW Acreages
St. John Paul II Catholic School
Reso
Wembley
Silver Pointe
École St. Gérard Catholic School Faculté Jean-Paul II St. Kateri
u
rces
Riverview Pines
French Immersion Grades Pre-K-7 Grades 8-11 and others St. Patrick
Road
Late French Immersion Grades 5-7 French Immersion Grades 8-11 Mother Teresa
Celtic Academy Grades 4-7 Celtic Academy Grades 8-11
SE Acreages
9724-88 Ave., Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0B7 300 Arbour Hills Boulevard
(780)532-5398 | www.stgerard.gpcsd.ca Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0V2 68 Avenue
(780) 832-4000 | www.stjohnpaul.gpcsd.ca
Maple Ridge
Wedgewood
BEAVERLODGE
Grovedale
Taylor Estates
St. Mary Catholic School St. John Bosco Sandy Ridge
Grades Pre-K-9 Grades 10-12 and others
1117 - 1 Ave. West, Beaverlodge, AB T0H 0C0 9902-101 St., Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2P4
(780) 354-2944 | www.stmarybv.gpcsd.ca (780) 532-7066 | www.stjohnbosco.gpcsd.ca
Westlake
Whispering Ridge
Clairmont
St. John
Paul II
Beaverlodge
NW Acreages
Bear Creek Arbour Hills
40
Highlands
132 Ave 670 670
Hidden Valley Lakeland
Northridge
Scenic
Ridge
116 St
108 St
Crystal Copperwood
View
Range Road 72
Royal Crystal Crystal Lake
BUSSING
Oaks Ridge Estates
43 116 Ave
County and City
Woodgrove
100 St
Crystal
Avondale Mountview Heights
92 St
families can attend and
Carriage Lane
Trumpeter NE Acreages
108 Ave 108 Ave Village
Westgate Gateway Hillside Ivy Lake Crystal
receive bussing to:
St. Kateri
Estates Landing
HWY 43 100 Ave 100 Ave
Smith
Cobblestone Mother Teresa
Swanavon
Morgan
Meadows Holy Cross
100 St
92 St
116 St
Riverstone
Silver Pointe
40 École St. Gérard
Highland
Park Creekside
St. Catherine
SW Acreages
Wembley
84 Ave
Woody Creek
St. Joseph
Res
Riverview Pines Mission
Mission North
St. John Paul II/Faculté
ourc
and others Westpointe Park
Heights Patterson
St. Joseph
es R
Jean-Paul II
116 St
100 St
oad
Mission SE Acreages
Countryside
Estates North
South
Pinnacle Ridge Patterson Signature
Maple Ridge for more information
Wedgewood
68 Ave 68 Ave
S Acreages
Sandy Ridge
Grovedale
O’Brien Lake
Country Country Countryside Summerside
Taylor Estates
and others on bussing,
Club West Club South
Call 780.532.3013
www.gpcsd.ca 780.532.3013 | 9902-101 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2P4
24780.532.3013 | 9902-101 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2P4 @gpcatholic @gpcatholic
inspire.
create.
FRENCH IMMERSION
believe. Pre-K to Grade 12
“One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way.” - Frank Smith
Unlock your child’s cognitive potential.
Give them all the benefits of a bilingual education.
St. John Paul II / St Joseph Catholic
École St. Gérard Faculté Jean-Paul II High School
9724-88 Avenue 300 Arbour Hills Blvd 10520-68 Avenue
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0B7 Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0V2 Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2P1
780-532-5398 | www.stgerard.gpcsd.ca 780- 832-4000 | stjohnpaul.gpcsd.ca 780-532-7779 | stjoseph.gpcsd.ca
Pre-K to Grade 7 Immersion Centre. Grade 8-11 French Immersion Centre Offers Grade 12 French Immersion.
and Grades 8-11 English.
Kindergarten is every 2nd day. Students in Grade 12 in the French
Celtic Sports Academy is available to Immersion program will receive a
students at the school. certificate and special recognition at
Late Immersion starts in Grade 5. Graduation.
More than 60% of the classes will be
Celtic Sports Academy is offered, offered as Full Immersion Courses. Many cultural and linguistic
starting in Grade 4 opportunities.
Offering Commercial Cooking, A spiritual education, which creates
Child care before and after school Welding/Construction, Cosmetology a deep and authentic relationship
from YMCA. and more. with students.
A spiritual education, which creates A spiritual education, which creates a Celtic Sports Academy is available
a deep and authentic relationship deep and authentic relationship with to students at the school.
with students. students.
@ÉcoleSt.Gérard @JP2GPCSD @StJoesCHS @St. Joe’s CHS
Bussing is available and free for both City REGISTRATION FOR PRE-K
and County students that are eligible. AND KINDERGARTEN
FOR MORE INFORMATION: 780-532-3013
CALL: 780-532-5398
Please contact Linda Beaudet at lindabeaudet@gpcsd.ca or at 780-832-4000. www.gpcsd.ca
25OUR SCHOOLS
Online registration for BEAVERLODGE RYCROFT
Beaverlodge Rycroft School
Kindergarten and all Elementary School (780) 765-3830
students new to Peace (780) 354-2446
Wapiti Public School SAVANNA
Division opens on Beaverlodge Regional Savanna School
High School (780) 351-3771
MARCH 19, 2019. (780) 354-2189
SEXSMITH
Parents of returning BEZANSON R. W. Zahara Public
students will be Bezanson School School
(780) 532-6490 (780) 568-3823
emailed a Snap
Code in September BONANZA Sexsmith Secondary
to update existing Bonanza School School
(780) 353-3788 (780) 568-3642
information currently
on file. CLAIRMONT SPIRIT RIVER
Clairmont Spirit River Regional
Community School Academy
(780) 567-4698 (780) 864-3696
KINDERGARTEN OPEN TO CHILDREN
EAGLESHAM TEEPEE CREEK
Eaglesham School Teepee Creek
(780) 359-3792 School
ONLINE REGISTRATION
5
(780) 568-2265
TURNING ELMWORTH
OPENS MARCH 19 BY DEC. 31 Elmworth School
(780) 354-8375
WEMBLEY
Helen E. Taylor
School
Register online at www.pwpsd.ca/registration GRANDE PRAIRIE (780) 766-9103
or click the registration tab on your school website. Harry Balfour School
(780) 532-9276 Wembley Elementary
School
Peace Wapiti (780) 766-2294
OUR SCHOOLS OFFER
Academy
FULLDAY & HALFDAY QUALITY OF (780) 513-9504 WOKING
KINDERGARTEN OPTIONS EDUCATION Woking School
SAFE & CARING OUR SCHOOLS RECEIVED Whispering Ridge (780) 774-3932
OUR SCHOOLS RECEIVED Many schools also offer Junior Community School
Kindergarten and playschool
A ‘VERY HIGH’ RATING
A ‘VERY HIGH’ RATING (587) 771-2180 ALTERNATIVE
2018 Accountability Pillar Overall Summary
2018 Accountability Pillar Overall Summary options. EDUCATION
GROVEDALE (780) 864-3741
OUR SCHOOLS RECEIVED DID YOU KNOW? LEARN MORE ABOUT Penson School Peace Academy of
‘HIGH’ RATINGS IN (780) 532-6390 Virtual Education
POSITIVE ENERGY KINDERGARTEN (PAVE), online
• PROGRAM OF STUDIES at home goes a www.pwpsd.ca/kindergarten HYTHE
long way with • What to pack
• PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT Hythe Regional Peace Wapiti
• SCHOOL COMPLETION SELFESTEEM • A typical day in Kindergarten School Outreach School,
in the classroom. • What most five-year-olds can do (780) 356-3934 Spirit River
2018 Accountability Pillar Overall Summary
LAGLACE Peace Wapiti
SIGN UP FOR BUS ROUTE FREE TRANSPORTATION LaGlace School Enterprise Centre,
NOTIFICATIONS BY EMAIL: is provided to students (780) 568-2430 Grande Prairie
1. Visit http://transportation.pwpsd.ca who qualify due to
RIDGEVALLEY
2. Choose your bus route number from the list. distance from their Ridgevalley School
3. Enter your email address. boundary school. (780) 957-3995
4. Click ‘Subscribe’.
Kindergarten is offered at 19 schools.
5. A verification email will be sent to you.
High school is offered at 10 schools.
Those without Internet access should contact the school
for assistance. A birth certificate and proof of residency
are requirements for in-person or online registration.
26 WWW.PWPSD.CA PWPSDSETTLING IN
keeping our city clean
EN V I R O NM ENT
CITY PARK | BEAUCHAMP PHOTOGRAPHY
Through a blend of standard practices and CITY ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES
community initiatives, Grande Prairie takes CITY SCRUB
care of the environment we live in. Every year schools, businesses, residents, and community
groups volunteer 20 minutes of their time to pick up garbage
Residents have the advantage of Aquatera’s curbside recycling in and around the city.
and recycling depot and the City of Grande Prairie offers a
number of community based initiatives to inform residents. City Scrub occurs in the spring and has more than 7,000
participants helping to make our city a cleaner place.
SERVICE PROVIDERS
AQUATERA CURBSIDE RECYCLING COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT GRANTS
Aquatera offers recycling pick-up services alongside residential Each year the city supports a number of community environ-
solid waste collection. Just clean and bag your recyclables and mental and beautification initiatives through the community
leave them at the curb – it’s that easy! There is no limit to your enhancement grants.
recycling, so leave out as many bags of recyclables as you like.
aquatera.ca | 780-538-0452 Visit cityofgp.com/beautificationgrant to find out if your
community project is eligible!
AQUATERA GRANDE PRAIRIE ECO CENTRE
Operated by Aquatera, the Eco Centre is the largest recyc- EDIBLE PLANTING
ling depot in Grande Prairie. You can recycle everything from The city has an edible planting policy that increases the number
plastics and Styrofoam to light bulbs, TVs, and computers to of planted fruit trees and shrubs throughout the community.
propane tanks and liquid chemical waste. Staff are available at Edible trees and shrubs are planted in parks throughout the city
the centre to help with your recycling needs. and residents are encouraged to enjoy the harvest.
aquatera.ca | 780-538-0452
VERMICOMPOSTING
RURAL SERVICE AREA The city offers sessions several times a year on composting
Residents living in the rural service area should contact organic waste in order to decrease waste being sent to
Environmental Stewardship to learn about services in their area. the landfill.
780-538-8300
AQUATERA CURBSIDE RECYCLING | AQUATERA FRUIT TREES AT MAMAWE CONCOURSE | CITY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE
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a hub for health
HEA LT H C A RE
GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL HOSPITAL | WILLIAM VAVREK
As the major urban centre, Grande Prairie is the • A state-of-the-art cancer centre with two radiation vaults,
regional hub for health and medical services in for the first time bringing radiation therapy services to the
Northwestern Alberta. community and the surrounding region. Grande Prairie
will become the fifth city in the province to offer
Grande Prairie is home to many health services including the radiation therapy.
Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Hospital, our new regional hospital,
cancer care, community programs and family physicians. Our • Eight operating rooms. Shelled-in space is included for two
healthcare teams work hard to care for residents of the additional operating rooms included to meet increased
northwest part of the province and beyond. future demand. There will also be an operating room in the
obstetrical suite specifically for caesarian sections.
NEW GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
(UNDER CONSTRUCTION) • Obstetrics – space for an anticipated 2,150 annual births in
The new regional hospital and cancer centre in Grande Prairie the region by 2025. This also includes midwifery services.
will help more northern patients receive specialized and complex
care, closer to home and with shorter wait times. Functioning as • Diagnostic imaging – including an MRI and future
a regional referral centre, new hospital will provide health servi- expansion capability.
ces to residents from all over northwestern Alberta.
• Respiratory therapy, laboratory and pharmacy services.
Grande Prairie Regional Hospital will include:
• An increase in the ICU spaces and allows for growth to the • Approximately 4,000 square metres for the nursing and
emergency department. The new site will have 172 beds medical careers program from the Grande Prairie
and capacity to add an additional 60 in the future. Regional College.
28SETTLING IN
FAMILY PHYSICIANS
Grande Prairie is currently served by 48 General Practitioners
through 21 medical clinics. Family physicians and other primary
health care services are coordinated through the Primary Care
Network including the After-Hours Clinic and Chronic Pain
Management Program. For more information on health services
in Grande Prairie, including family physicians accepting new
patients, visit grandeprairiepcn.com.
QEII
The Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Hospital currently serves as the
STARS OUTSIDE OF QEII HOSPITAL | WILLIAM VAVREK
main hub for healthcare in the region. With 161 beds, QEII
offers a variety of health services and also has the only
Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) North of Edmonton, for HEALTHLINK AND MYHEALTH.ALBERTA.CA
some of Grande Prairie’s tiniest residents. More than 1600 Information on how to access health services and programs is
babies were born at the QEII Hospital in 2018. Midwifery care available 24/7 by calling HealthLink toll-free at 811. A
is also available at the QEII as of January 2019. registered nurse is also available around the clock to provide
health advice and guidance. Visit MyHealth.Alberta.ca for
Health services and programs will continue to be offered at information on a variety of health care concerns.
the QEII once the new hospital has opened. Visit ahs.ca to find
more information on services available at the QEII Hospital, HEALTHCARE CAREERS WITH AHS
including contact information. Alberta Health Services (AHS) has been recognized for two
years in a row as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. AHS has
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS also been named one of the Top 70 Employers in Alberta, and
Various community based health programs are available in one of Canada’s top employers for young people. To find out
Grande Prairie. This includes public health services such as more about career opportunities with AHS visit ahs.ca/careers.
immunizations and chronic disease management programs,
home care, addiction and mental health services including STARS AIR AMBULANCE
child and youth mental health services and opioid dependency, Grande Prairie is served by the Shock Trauma Air Rescue
among many others. Additional information on community Society (STARS), a non-profit, community-based organization
based programs and services in Grande Prairie can also be that provides airborne intensive care to critically ill and
found at ahs.ca. injured patients. stars.ca
ORGANIZATION WEB ADDRESS PHONE
Alberta Health Services ahs.ca 866-408-5465
Canadian Mental Health Association cmha.ca 780-539-4681
Canadian National Institute for the Blind cnib.ca 780-539-4719
College & Community Health Centre gprc.ab.ca/community/health_centre 780-814-5800
Grande Prairie Public Health Centre bit.ly/gp-public-health 780-513-7500
HIV North Society hivnorth.org 780-538-3388
Queen Elizabeth II Hospital bit.ly/qeii-hospital 780-538-7100
STARS Air Ambulance stars.ca 780-830-7000
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connecting our community
TRA N S P O RTATION
Grande Prairie is known as an access point to the GRANDE PRAIRIE AIRPORT
rest of the Peace. Highways near Grande Prairie The Grande Prairie Airport is the gateway to the Alberta
connect residents to the Rocky Mountains, British and British Columbia Peace Region. With daily direct flights
Columbia, and the Northwest Territories. to Edmonton and Calgary it offers one stop connections to
the rest of the world. Maintaining a friendly and comfortable
Meanwhile the Grande Prairie Airport offers the atmosphere, Grande Prairie Airport has many of the conven-
region an airborne link to Alberta’s largest cities. iences and amenities of larger airports. Check-in to your flight
Within no time, you’ll find yourself connected to the early and enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the Viewpoint
world via Edmonton and Calgary. Restaurant and Lounge on the second floor.
grandeprairieairport.com
HIGHWAYS
Three major highways link the City of Grande Prairie to the PUBLIC TRANSIT
rest of Alberta, Canada and the world. The city is connected The City of Grande Prairie provides scheduled transit service
to Edmonton and British Columbia via Highway 43, the using a fleet of modern buses. All buses are GPS tracked
Northwest Territories via Highway 2, and the Rocky Mountains meaning riders can see exactly when their bus will arrive. The
via Highway 40. Where’s My Ride tool provides up to the minute tracking and
can be accessed from your computer or mobile device.
cityofgp.com/transit
GRANDE PRAIRIE AIRPORT | WILLIAM VAVREK
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join in the celebration
EV E NT S
GRANDE PRAIRIE STOMPEDE | LIZA CURTISS
Grande Prairie is home to a wide variety of events! STREET PERFORMERS FESTIVAL
The International Street Performers Festival brings jugglers,
BEAR CREEK FOLK FESTIVAL acrobats, musicians and entertainers of all kinds from around
The Bear Creek Folk Festival, held in Muskoseepi Park features the world to the streets of Grande Prairie.
national and international artists from genres, including country, gpstreetfest.com
Celtic, blues, gospel, Americana, bluegrass, folk, rock, and more.
bearcreekfolkfest.org THE REEL SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL
The Reel Shorts Film Festival celebrates short films and the
GRANDE PRAIRIE STOMPEDE filmmakers who make them by screening storytelling from
Each year Stompede, Grande Prairie’s classic western event around the world, across Canada, and here in the Peace Region.
offers five days of pro rodeo, chuckwagons, live entertainment, reelshorts.ca
and more.
gpstompede.com
32SETTLING IN
ONGOING 2019 APRIL SEPTEMBER
HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO NEIGHBOUR DAY
ART EXHIBITS Holiday Inn & Suites Multi-Facility - cityofgp.com/events
Art Gallery of Grande Prairie GRANDE PRAIRIE SPORT EXPO ALBERTA CULTURE DAYS
aggp.ca Evergreen Park Multi-Facility - cityofgp.com/events
HOME & GARDEN SHOW EASTLINK TRIATHLON
Centre for Creative Arts Evergreen Park Eastlink Centre
creativecentre.ca EASTER CELEBRATION HOME & LEISURE SHOW
Multi-Facility - cityofgp.com/events Evergreen Park
WOMEN'S SHOW
CONCERTS & PERFORMANCES Revolution Place
Grande Prairie Live Theatre SPRING SPECTACULAR INDOOR CAR OCTOBER
gplt.ca SHOW & SWAP MEET WOMEN'S SHOW
Evergreen Park Revolution Place
Grande Prairie Regional SCARECROW FESTIVAL
HUNT MANIA GUN & SPORTSMAN SHOW
Revolution Place
College Theatre Events Evergreen Park
gprc.ab.ca/events HUNT MANIA GUN &
SPORTSMAN SHOW
Revolution Place
MAY Evergreen Park
GRANDE PRAIRIE CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL HALLOWEEN
revolutionplace.com/events Muskoseepi Park
Multi-Facility - cityofgp.com/events
GRANDE PRAIRIE STOMPEDE
Evergreen Park
SALES & EVENTS NOVEMBER
Grande Prairie Farmers’ Market REMEMBRANCE DAY CELEBRATION
gpfarmersmarket.ca
JUNE Revolution Place
SENIORS WEEK VEGAS NIGHT
Grande Prairie Downtown Association Downtown
MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT DAY
gpdowntown.com Muskoseepi Park FESTIVAL OF TREES
ENTREC Centre
ROCK DOWNTOWN
Downtown NORTHERN SPIRIT LIGHT SHOW
Evergreen Park
SPORTS CANADA DAY KICK OFF & FIREWORKS
Hythe Motor Speedway Races Muskoseepi Park FARMERS' MARKET CHRISTMAS SHOW
hythespeedway.com Evergreen Park
JULY
Storm Hockey – Revolution Place CANADA DAY PARADE DECEMBER
cityofgp.com/events Downtown EASTLINK CENTRE’S 8 TH
CANADA DAY ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Multi-Facility - cityofgp.com/events Eastlink Centre
DEKEN RACE THE EIGHT CHUCKWAGON SANTA PARADE
Downtown
MARCH RACES
Rycroft OLD FASHION CHRISTMAS
MAPLE SUGAR FESTIVAL
Muskoseepi Park TEEPEE CREEK STAMPEDE Grande Prairie Museum
Teepee Creek FIRST FOOTINGS NEW YEAR’S
PEACE COUNTRY CLASSIC AGRI-SHOW
Evergreen Park EAST COAST GARDEN PARTY EVE CELEBRATIONS
South Bear Creek Muskoseepi Park
NORTHWEST ALBERTA SPORTS
EXCELLENCE AWARDS STREET PERFORMERS FESTIVAL
Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre Downtown
MOMMYLICIOUS TRADE FAIR
The Pomeroy Hotel AUGUST
SPRING EXTRAVAGANZA TRADESHOW HERITAGE DAY
Holiday Inn & Suites Multi-Facility - cityofgp.com/events
See the calendar at gptourism.ca
FOOD & BEVERAGE EXPO BEAR CREEK FOLK FESTIVAL
and cityofgp.com/events for more
Evergreen Park Muskoseepi Park event information.
FCC FORUM
Evergreen Park
33WELCOME TO
GRANDE PRAIRIE
B E PA R T O F T H E ACT I O N
34In Grande Prairie, we work hard, ever-evolving calendar of community events and
and we play harder. exclusive exhibits.
Our community centres buzz with activity year-round. Minutes away is Revolution Place, home of the AJHL’s
Whether you love sports and recreation or arts and culture, Grande Prairie Storm and a strong example of the excellence
there is never any shortage of events and activities for you to in sports and performing arts centres we have in Grande
explore. Here is a run-down of a few major facilities that Prairie. This multi-faceted venue has played host to a diverse
keep our City full of energy: array of sporting and music events ranging from hit musicals
to chart-topping concerts and major sporting competitions.
Right in the heart of the City lies Muskoseepi Park, with
limitless possibilities for both recreational and cultural On the south side of Grande Prairie, the Community
experiences. The park features over 18 kilometres of hiking Knowledge Campus stands out as a community hub. The
trails, tennis and basketball courts, a skate park, pond area features two high schools, the Gymniks Gymnastics
skating in the winter, and the newly re-constructed Centre, a twin ice arena, and the Eastlink Centre for aquatics
Muskoseepi Park Outdoor Pool. It is also home to the and wellness. Outside are two fields with tennis courts,
Grande Prairie Museum and Heritage Village as well as the basketball courts, a ball diamond, a speed-skating oval, and
Amphitheatre and Ernie Radbourne Pavilion, which host many Grande Prairie’s first artificial turf for football and soccer. This
historical exhibits, community events and performances facility hosts a variety of sporting and community events for
year-round. One of Grande Prairie’s largest annual events, you to partake in or simply spectate.
the Bear Creek Folk Festival, takes place in Muskoseepi Park
each year featuring amazing line-ups of performers from all Grande Prairie is an energetic city, so what are you waiting
across the world! for? Start exploring today and discover ways to connect with
the community that are as diverse and unique as you!
Walking distance away is the Montrose Cultural Centre,
including the Mamawe Concourse (named for the Woodland
Cree term meaning Gathering). This contemporary 105,000 Connect with us today: cityofgp.com
square foot eco-friendly centre is a key gathering place for
state-of-the-art cultural experiences in the city with an 780-538-0300 /cityofgp @CityofGP
35COMMUNITY
RECREATION
neighbourhoods@cityofgp.com
PROGRAMMING
cityofgp.com/neighbourhoods 780-538-0451 | cityofgp.com/recreationandsport
• 20 Neighbourhood Associations and counting • Child and Youth Recreation Programs
• Build stronger neighbourhoods • Schools Out Camps
• Grants for neighbourhood projects and initiatives • Seasonal Day Camps
• Hold seasonal events
GYM & SPORTS FIELDS
780-538-0407 | gymfieldbookings@cityofgp.com
cityofgp.com/recreationandsport OPEN YEAR ROUND | 780-538-0407
gymfieldbookings@cityofgp.com
• Birthday Parties at Community Gyms
• Outdoor sports field bookings (natural grass) • 85 ft x 185 ft artificial turf Soccer Field
• Recreation & Sport Drop-In Programs • Birthday Parties
(October – May annually) • Seating for 1,170
• School and Community Gym bookings • Standing room at top of bleachers for 300
• The Leisure Centre Soccer Pitch can be booked
year-round, please call for current pricing and
pitch availability
36OPEN YEAR ROUND | 9535 Prairie Road
780-538-0469 | davebarrcc.ca
• Childcare Services (Daycare, Dayhomes,
Pre-Kindergarten, After-School Care)
• Dry floor surface during spring / summer season
(ball hockey, community events and more)
• Ice surface during fall / winter season (hockey, drop-in
skating programs and more)
• Venue available for rental during the spring/summer
(shows, graduation ceremonies, large parties and more)
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