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Christmas cheer cleared for landing during annual GPRH “Stuff the Heli” toy drive

A local helicopter service is calling on the Grande Prairie region to help "Stuff the Heli" with toys for children in care at the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. 

Local Grade 6 class spreads holiday cheer with $3,700 donation to Grande Prairie Mustard Seed

Some Grade 6 students at Grande Prairie Christian School got into the spirit of giving this Christmas season, raising $3,700 for the local Mustard Seed.

Several County of Grande Prairie waste management centres operating on adjusted hours during Christmas break

The County of Grande Prairie has set the holiday hours for its facilities and services, including recycling, the landfill, and others. 

GPPSD students sleigh during 2024 Holiday Art Card Contest

The Grande Prairie Public School Division has announced the winners of the 2024 GPPSD Board of Trustees Holiday Art Card Contest. 

Some Grande Prairie businesses look toward local delivery options during CUPW strike

Concerns continue to mount among residents and businesses across the country given the ongoing CUPW strike, forcing some Grande Prairie businesses to look to other means of delivery, especially during the holiday season. 

Grade 7 student wins 2024 PWPSD Christmas card art contest

A Grade 7 student at Harry Balfour School has been crowned the winner of the Peace Wapiti Public School Division's 2024 Christmas card art contest. 

GPPL hosting third annual Christmastime Pajama Ball

The Grande Prairie Public Library's third annual Pajama Ball is scheduled for December 15th so that kids and families can welcome the holiday spirit in their PJs. 

GP Accessible Transit users given the chance to visit Northern Spirit Lightshow this Christmas season

Accessible Transit riders will receive a special gift from the City of Grande Prairie this Christmas, through a unique seasonal initiative. 

London Drugs hosting ninth annual Stocking Stuffers for Seniors event

The ninth annual Stocking Stuffers for Seniors event is back at London Drugs, and the Grande Prairie branch is looking to grow on last year's more than 600 seniors supported during the campaign. 

GPPL partners with Santa for Christmas letter writing campaign

The Grande Prairie Public Library is partnering with St. Nick this Christmas season in an effort to make sure that kids across Grande Prairie get their wishlists directly to who needs them. 

Grande Prairie Salvation Army kicks off 2024 Kettle Campaign

The Salvation Army's annual Christmas Kettle Campaign is in full swing in Grande Prairie. 

Eastlink Centre offering discounted punch passes, annual memberships, ahead of holiday season

Holly-Day seasonal deals are back at the Eastlink Centre just in time for Christmas, and residents have until December 24th to take advantage. 

Grande Prairie residents invited to welcome in the holidays during annual Christmas Tree Light-Up

All of Grande Prairie is invited to kick off the Christmas season with the City of Grande Prairie and the Downtown Association during the upcoming Christmas Tree Light-Up at Bonnetts Energy Centre on December 1st. 

Odyssey House seeks community support during 2024 Adopt-a-Family program

The Grande Prairie Odyssey House is calling for community support as the holiday season fast approaches. The annual Adopt-a-Family program...

Christmas tree collection starts Monday

Grande Prairie residents can get rid of their Christmas trees for free starting next week. Aquatera will be picking...

Fletcher family aims to leave no one alone on Christmas

If anyone in Grande Prairie doesn't have anywhere to go for Christmas dinner this year, the Fletcher family has...
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City of GP calls for exhibitors for upcoming Youth Career Discovery Expo

The City of Grande Prairie is looking for interested exhibitors for the upcoming Youth Career Discovery Expo, scheduled for May 8th at Bonnetts Energy Centre. 

Residential snow clearing moves into Week B neighbourhoods

The City of Grande Prairie's recent call to clear snow out of residential areas has officially cracked its second week, with clearing set to begin in Week B neighbourhoods today. 

RCMP arrests one following firearms incident near Composite High School

The Grande Prairie RCMP arrested and charged one after an incident involving weapons occurred near the Composite High School. 

Peace Wapiti Enterprise Centre part of international research to reform high school education policies

The Peace Wapiti Enterprise Centre welcomed an international guest on March 4th to showcase the school's off-campus programming and discuss high school education policies to better suit student's needs. 

Education among key priorities for County of GP ahead of 2025 wildfire season

The County of Grande Prairie has received the Regional Fire Service's 2024 Annual Report, which identifies several key difference-makers for the county to be mindful of ahead of the 2025 wildfire season. 
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