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City of GP credits collaboration between MD, County with securing Wonder Valley deal

Following the announcement of O'Leary Ventures' intention to build the world's largest AI Data Centre Industrial Park in the MD of Greenview, the city of Grande Prairie has released a statement regarding how the new development could affect the local economy. 

Economy causing local businesses to close: Kenney

The leader of the United Conservative Party says the economy is forcing businesses in the Grande Prairie area to...

Grande Prairie’s economy could continue on 2018’s path

By many indicators, Grande Prairie's economy improved last year. However, it's unclear to the City's Deputy Director of Economic...

Alberta to lead Canada’s economic growth in 2017

Alberta's economy is expected to see the fastest growth in 2017. The Conference Board of Canada says the province's...

Grande Prairie economy looks to be finishing 2016 on a strong note

There's some optimism in the city's economic development department as 2016 comes to a close. Drilling licenses for oil...

Albertans most concerned about jobs: Brian Jean

Wildrose leader Brian Jean has been touring the province, and made a stop in Grande Prairie Wednesday night. When...

Alberta appears to be in one of its worst recessions: report

It's now predicted that Alberta's economic downturn will likely be the province's longest since the 1980's. A new report...

Economy and Taxes highlights at State of the City Address

Mayor Bill Given gave his State of the City Address Thursday afternoon. He spoke on past, present, and future...

Premier establishes panel of experts on the economy

Premier Rachel Notley has enlisted a panel of experts to help her make decisions on the economy. The new...

Wildrose leader hearing concerns about Alberta’s economy

The uncertainty of Alberta's economy is the top concern Wildrose leader Brian Jean has heard on his tour of...
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City report shows speed limit reductions lead to fewer injuries

Traffic collisions involving injuries have fallen significantly since the speed limit was reduced on some Grande Prairie roads in 2020. 

Two Grande Prairie Storm skaters recognized for off-ice accolades

A pair of Grande Prairie Storm skaters are up for post-season awards, recognizing their hard work and dedication to their team, community, and academics throughout the past season. 

Grande Prairie man heading south with family after winning $2 million during Western MAX draw

A Grande Prairie man is heading to Mexico after winning a cool $2 million during the March 4th Western MAX draw. 

City crews continue late-season snow clearing operations

While Grande Prairie's winter weather made a brief return last week, accumulation has not quite reached the trigger point for residential clearing. 

County advising drivers of bridge maintenance projects, traffic impacts expected

The County of Grande Prairie is advising drivers of two bridge projects that will see some impacts on traffic. 
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