Category Archives: Newsletter Daily
County of Grande Prairie starting up snow removal operations
The County of Grande Prairie's snow removal crews are dedicated to keeping residents moving safely.The crews have been called to put their over 30 specialized vehicles to use following yesterday's sno...
Dec 20, 2023
Minister Williams issues statement on mental health supports during holidays
MLA for Peace River and Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Dan Williams has released a statement to highlight mental health support that is available during the holiday season:"Throughout Christm...
Dec 20, 2023
County Council approves Crime Prevention Committee's Annual Work plan
County of Grande Prairie Council has approved the Crime Prevention Committee's Annual Work plan.The Committee provides Council with strategic recommendations related to crime prevention and reduction,...
Dec 20, 2023
New Sunrise House almost ready to open
Officials say the new Sunrise House Youth Emergency Shelter is almost ready for its first occupants.It has been under construction at the new location just west of the Great Northern Casino.The Grande...
Dec 20, 2023
Grande Prairie Inclusive and Caring Community Initiative organizing inclusivity workshops Jan. 8-16
The City of Grande Prairie and its Inclusive and Caring Community Initiative are organizing a series of workshops centered around attracting, retaining, and integrating immigrants into the community.T...
Dec 19, 2023
Province announces one-time subsidy to help with adoption costs
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Families who have adopted a child through a licensed agency in Alberta can now apply for a one-time subsidy of $6,000.The province said its additional financial support for eligible f...
Dec 19, 2023
Alberta Premier responds to fed zero-emission mandates
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has released a response to the federal government's zero-emissions vehicle mandate:"Alberta's government supports reducing emissions from the transportation sector and s...
Dec 19, 2023
Some taxes set to increase in Alberta in 2024: report
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Albertans are set to see some tax changes in the new year. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) has released its report titled, "2024 New Year's Tax Changes," highlighting the prov...
Dec 19, 2023
UPDATE: Tanker roll-over on Highway 43 cleaned up
UPDATE:County Regional Fire Hazardous Material crews have finished their clean-up and successfully transferred the diesel from the overturned tanker. County Crews have now left the scene, however, fla...
Dec 19, 2023
Inflation hits 2.5% in Alberta, below national average
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Prices continued to rise in Alberta, but at a slightly lower rate than in some other parts of Canada. Statistics Canada reports that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased on a year...
Dec 19, 2023