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New family physician practising at Grande Prairie Regional Hospital

There's a new family doctor practising in Grande Prairie, as the city and province continue to recruit in an effort to improve access to care for local residents. 

AHS opens up new state-of-the art EMS facility in Valleyview

Alberta Health Services has officially cut the ribbon on a brand-new EMS facility in Valleyview. 

Beaverlodge Municipal Hospital selected for new Virtual Emergency Physician pilot project

Alberta Health Services is launching a pilot project that aims to support emergency department patients in Beaverlodge. 

Grande Prairie Regional Hospital employee wins more than $650K during staff 50/50 draw

A staff member from the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital is ringing in the new year in a big way, with a nearly $655K payday thanks to a recent staff lottery draw. 

Valleyview Health Centre ED without nighttime physician coverage

The Valleyview Health Centre Emergency Department will be temporarily without physician coverage this evening. 

Addiction supports a province-wide need according to Grande Prairie MLA

Following Rising Above's groundbreaking ceremony on their new facility expansion, Grande Prairie MLA Nolan Dyck delivered an update on the province's role in addiction treatment across Alberta, and the Grande Prairie area.

AHS welcomes new psychiatrist practicing in Grande Prairie

Grande Prairie has a new psychiatrist in town, who has already begun practicing to improve residents' access to mental health services.

Rotary Wellness Centre commits $4 million in support of Ken Sargent House

The Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Foundation has received a $4 million donation from the Rotary Wellness Centre Society to support the construction of the new Ken Sargent House near the hospital. 

AHS lifts several water quality advisories on lakes in the Grande Prairie region

Alberta Health Services has lifted the water quality advisories implemented over the summer in several bodies of water across Alberta, including some in the Grande Prairie area. 

Spirit River ED closes for 24 hours due to nursing shortage

The Central Peace Health Complex Emergency Department has been temporarily closed due to an unexpected nursing shortage. 

Proposed Mountview Health Complex to provide 24/7 Urgent Care after provincial approval

After getting the go-ahead from the Government of Alberta, residents in Beaverlodge and the surrounding area will continue to have 24/7 care available at the new Mountview Health Complex. 

AHS’ annual “Toys for Tickets” campaign returns to Grande Prairie

If you've been avoiding your AHS parking ticket fines, now is the time to pay them as AHS' annual Toys for Tickets campaign is underway in Grande Prairie.

Fairview Health Complex ED without onsite doctors for most of next week

The Fairview Health Complex ED will be temporarily without onsite physician coverage several times this week and next. 

Local officials gather to mark continued partnership ahead of construction on Maskwa Medical Centre

Representatives from several municipalities, the healthcare sector, Northwestern Polytechnic, and the University of Alberta gathered at the future site of the Maskwa Medical Centre on October 24th to mark their partnership's dedication to improving healthcare in the Peace Country. 

Good Earth Coffeehouse selected as GP Regional Hospital’s newest dining option

The Grande Prairie Regional Hospital will have a new on-site restaurant in 2025 to serve staff and visitors. 

Sexsmith asking for help in recruiting much needed doctors

A doctor shortage in the Town of Sexsmith has forced staff to look to the public for help in...
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City, County of GP to provide letters of support, backing AFPA’s efforts to push against American tariffs

Grande Prairie City Council has directed Mayor Jackie Clayton to write a letter of support indicating the city's desire to back the Alberta Forest Products Association in its efforts to push against American tariffs on Canadian lumber. 

Keep the winters on: Environment Canada issues special weather statement for GP area, heavy, wet snow expected

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for several communities in the Grande Prairie area. 

City continues advocacy to take the shock out of electricity distribution costs

Grande Prairie City Council will continue advocating for "more equitable" electricity distribution in 2025. 

Best finish in over a decade lands rookie Storm Head Coach AJHL Coach of the Year

In his very first year of Head Coaching, the Grande Prairie Storm's Chris Schmidt can hold his head high after winning this season's AJHL Coach of the Year award. 

Tiny Hands of Hope invites local moms to attend Bereaved Mother’s Day Brunch

Tiny Hands of Hope is inviting mothers to attend their 2nd Annual Bereaved Mother's Day Brunch to celebrate moms and cherish their children's memories. 
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