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Stealth Cycling Club
Stealth Cycling looks for Peace region members
Stealth Cycling, a new cycling club, has now come to Grande Prairie and is welcoming members.Club President of Stealth Cycling, Alexander Philipp, says he worked with local cyclist Wilf Marquis to make an Edmonton-Peace region-based club after meeting at a race a couple of years ago. "We just like riding our bikes...
May 13, 2025
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Grande Prairie Storm
Storm coach up for CJHL Coach of the Year
Grande Prairie Storm head coach Chris Schmidt is one of the six nominees for CJHL Coach of the Year.Schmidt says it is an honour to be up for any award."It's been a good year. A lot of good kids. They've worked hard and they've kind of bought into what we're trying to do here.""That always makes it enjoy...
May 09, 2025
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Community
3D Children's Society fund raiser on Friday
The 3D Children's Society Ball Hockey & Soccer Tournament is set for today (Friday, May 9) at CKC Field.It will start at 8:30 a.m. Local school kids will be raising money to help other kids and families dealing with serious medical issues. The day will also include food trucks, a silent auction and a raffle.The fun...
May 09, 2025
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NWP
NWP launching new golf and women's hockey programs
Northwestern Polytechnic is expanding its athletics programming.The Wolves will have a golf team starting in September, with a new women's hockey team to hit the ice for the 2026/2027 ACAC season.NWP President and CEO Dr. Vanessa Sheane says this will provide a "significant advantage." "At the individual...
May 09, 2025
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Local Sports
Ten players from the Peace taken in the WHL Prospects Draft
Ten players from the Peace have been picked in the 2025 WHL Prospects Draft.Three were taken in the first round. Cruz Jim, a defenceman from Grande Prairie, went 12th overall to the Brandon Wheat Kings.He played the last two seasons with the Northern Alberta Xtreme U15 Prep TeamTwo picks later, teammate Teagan Bouchard...
May 08, 2025
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Lottery Winner
$200K win on scratch ticket in High Prairie
A High Prairie local is $200,000 richer from a $10 100X THE CASH scratcher. Dale Smith says he enjoys playing instant-win lottery games like LIGHTNING LOTTO, POKER LOTTO, and the classic Scratch & Win tickets. Smith bought two Scratch and Win tickets on the day of the win, and says he couldn't believe his eyes when...
May 08, 2025
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Sports

Hellebuyck gets run support, posts shutout in must-win Game 5 for Jets
WINNIPEG - His sometimes-struggling netminder just needed more run support, Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel said after a 3-1 loss in Dallas on Tuesday. Well, it took awhile, but Connor Hellebuyck finally got that support to the tune of four goals. Hellebuyck stopped all 22 shots fired at him in Winnipeg's 4-0 victory ...
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A sick Jamal Murray scores 25, powers Nuggets' 119-107 win over Thunder to force Game 7
DENVER (AP) - A sick Jamal Murray may have been questionable for Game 6, but in his mind there was nothing ambiguous about his playing status. "Absolutely not," Murray said when asked if there was any chance he'd have sat out the game. Murray scored 25 points and powered the Denver Nuggets past the Thunder 11...
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Ehlers scores twice, Jets stay alive with dominant 4-0 win over Stars in Game 5
WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Jets will live to skate another day. Nikolaj Ehlers scored twice, Mark Scheifele had a goal and assist and Connor Hellebuyck made 22 saves to help the Jets avoid elimination with a 4-0 victory over the Dallas Stars on Thursday in Game 5 of their second-round series. The Stars lead the best-of-se...
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Father and son, 11, killed in crash in Toronto's east end
TORONTO - A 47-year-old man and his 11-year-old son are dead after a crash in Toronto's east end. Police say they responded to Kingston Road and Manse Road on Thursday evening for reports of a vehicle hitting a motorcycle. Police say the man was driving the motorcycle and the boy was a passenger. They say the man was p...
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A sick Jamal Murray scores 25, powers Nuggets' 119-107 win over Thunder to force Game 7
DENVER (AP) - Jamal Murray fought through an illness to score 25 points and power the Denver Nuggets past the Thunder 119-107 on Thursday night, sending the series back to Oklahoma City for a decisive Game 7. Sick since Wednesday, Murray, of Kitchener, Ont., was listed as questionable for the game. He ignited the Nugge...
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Bad-angle shot eliminates Ovechkin and the Capitals, ending 'memorable' year for Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) - Logan Thompson probably made dozens of saves in these playoffs tougher than this one - a shot by Andre Svechnikov from a severe angle that knocked Washington out of the postseason. In the end, though, that was part of the reason the Capitals couldn't give Carolina a tougher series. With Alex Ovechkin ...
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Svechnikov breaks late tie, Hurricanes beat Capitals to reach Eastern final
WASHINGTON (AP) - Andrei Svechnikov scored the go-ahead goal with just under two minutes left and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington Capitals 3-1 in Game 5 on Thursday night, winning the second-round series and advancing to the Eastern Conference final for a second time in three years. Captain Jordan Staal got...
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Pridham scores twice, Ottawa Rapid FC beats Vancouver Rise FC 3-0 in NSL
OTTAWA - Delaney Baie Pridham scored twice to lead Ottawa Rapid FC to a 3-0 victory over Vancouver Rise FC on Thursday night in the Northern Super League. Pridham opened the scoring in the 11th minute, deflecting a cross from Melanie Forbes to give Ottawa (2-1-1) the early lead at TD Place Stadium. The 27-year-old Prid...
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PGA has strong field and big surprise: Jhonattan Vegas leads at 64 as stars fail to shine
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - The strongest field of the majors gave way to a few surprises Thursday in the PGA Championship, starting with Jhonattan Vegas charging into the lead with a 7-under 64 and the top 10 players in the world nowhere to be found among the top 10 at Quail Hollow. A long day filled sunshine and mud balls...
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Gausman's splitter eludes him, but not Rays hitters, in Blue Jays' 8-3 loss
TORONTO - From game to game Kevin Gausman isn't sure how his splitter is going to work and that's a big problem for the Toronto Blue Jays starter. Gausman gave up six runs on 10 hits as Toronto fell to the Tampa Bay Rays 8-3 on Thursday afternoon. The 34-year-old said that he struggled with consistency around the break...
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Brandon Lowe's pair of two-run homers powers Rays past Blue Jays 8-3
TORONTO - Brandon Lowe had a two-run homer in the first and the ninth inning as the Tampa Bay Rays routed the Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 Thursday afternoon. They were Lowe's sixth and seventh home runs of the season. He has 24 runs batted in this year. Kameron Misner and Josh Lowe hit home runs in the fourth and fifth innin...
13h ago
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Barcelona clinches 28th La Liga title after Yamal leads win at Espanyol
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) - Barcelona clinched its 28th Spanish league title after Lamine Yamal starred in its 2-0 win at crosstown rival Espanyol on Thursday. Yamal scored in the 53rd minute when the teenage phenom slid past two defenders along the edge of the area before he whipped one of his now trademark left-footed cu...
13h ago
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Future of Sport Lab names 10 new startups to accelerator program
TORONTO - Artificial intelligence is here to stay, at least in the world of sport tech, according to one industry expert. The Future of Sports Lab announced the selection of 10 innovative startups for its incubator program on Thursday. Cheri Bradish, an associate professor at Toronto Metropolitan University who is the ...
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NFL to discuss resolution to allow its players to play in 2028 Summer Games
NFL players are one step closer to participating in the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games. League owners will discuss a resolution next week to allow NFL players to play in the flag football competition at the '28 Games. The sport will make its Olympic debut in Los Angeles. In a statement issued Thursday by the NFL, the re...
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MacKinnon has two goals, assist as Canada beats Austria 5-1 at hockey worlds
STOCKHOLM - Nathan MacKinnon scored twice and added an assist as Canada overcame a frustrating start to post a 5-1 win over Austria in world hockey championship action Thursday. Travis Konecny and Will Cuylle each had a goal and an assist, and Sidney Crosby also scored as Canada remained undefeated and tied co-host Swe...
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New Canucks coach Adam Foote hopes shutdown past can help spark scoring
VANCOUVER - New Canucks head coach Adam Foote says lessons from his years as a hard-nosed NHL defenceman can help the team sharpen its offensive game. During his 19 NHL seasons with the Quebec Nordiques, Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets, Foote studied the opposition's top offensive players as part of his ow...
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Local Sports

Local Sports
Vigen gets third-highest bid at Ponoka Stampede tarp auction
Chanse Vigen had the third-highest sale at the chuckwagon tarp auction sale for the Ponoka Stampede.Vigen's tarp sold for $28,000. Luke Tournier and Kris Molle tied for the highest sale at $35,000 each.Other sales included Dayton Sutherland at $19,000, Cody Ridsdale at $16,000, Mitch Sutherland $14,000, Dean Dreger at ...
May 07, 2025
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Swimming
Piranhas hosting swim meet this weekend
The Grande Prairie Piranhas will host their Northern Lights Swim Meet Friday through Sunday at the Eastlink CentreA post on the city's website says 400 athletes and fans will be at the competition.The meet will mean that some facilities will not be available to the public at times.On Friday, the diving boards are unava...
May 02, 2025
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Local Sports
Local players part of national championship hockey team
Two players from Grande Prairie are part of a national hockey champion.Defender Madeline Renfree and forward Reanna Loberg were both with the Edmonton Junior Oilers U18 AAA team that won the Esso Cup on Sunday, April 27.The Oilers beat a team from Saskatoon 7-3 in the final, scoring all seven of their goals in the firs...
May 01, 2025
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Football
Elks players to give instruction to local football players
Some local football players have a chance to get some instruction from some CFL players this weekend.The Edmonton Elks are bringing their EE Hometown Tour to the Crosslink County Sportsplex Friday and Saturday. There will be camps for local players aged 11-18. The camps for minor football players will start at 6 p.m. o...
Apr 30, 2025
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2025 IIHF U18 Men's Championship
Local GP hockey product representing Canada at U18's
A Grande Prairie-born hockey player will defend Canada's gold at the 2025 IIHF U18 Men's Championship in Texas. Lukas Sawchyn, who along with his brother Gracyn, plays for the Edmonton Oil Kings, and will don the red and white when Canada takes on Slovakia today, at 2 p.m. PT (Thursday, April 24)Most recently, Sawchyn ...
Apr 24, 2025
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Local Sports
Storm swept by Canucks in AJHL Championship
The Grande Prairie Storm lost Game 4 of the AJHL Finals last night at home to the Calgary Canucks 7-3.With that, the Canucks won the 2024-2025 Inter Pipeline Cup AJHL Finals with a series sweep.It isn't over for the Storm though, they go on to play in the Centennial Cup which starts May 8 in Calgary.
Apr 24, 2025
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COMMUNITY SPORTS Calendar

JUN 02
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Ronald McDonald House Charity Golf Classic
The Dunes Golf & Winter Club, Township Rd 704A, Grande Prairie, AB, Canada
 NEW DOUBLE SHOTGUN START for 2025's Ronald McDonald House Charity Golf Classic    June 2 The Dunes Golf & Winter Club Two Tee Times Available – 8:00am & 1:00pm Sponsors will have their first choice of Tee Time 8:00am Tee Time will receive Breakfast & Lunch (price per team of 4 $950) 1:00pm Tee Time will receive Lunch & Dinner (price per team of 4 $1000) Same on course activities for all golfers Online Registration: https://rmhcalberta.org/event/2025/6/2/peace-region-charity-golf-classic-2/   Link to our Grande Prairie events: https://rmhcalberta.org/events/   Looking for volunteers – they can sign up with the following link: volunteersignup.org/WATMA
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JUN 20
JUN 20
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GP Piranhas Swim Meet - Summer Sizzler
Eastlink Centre, Knowledge Way, Grande Prairie, AB, Canada
Grande Prairie Piranhas - Summer Sizzler Swim Meet at Eastlink Centre - Grande Prairie June 20 *date and time subject to change
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JUL 06
JUL 06
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Grande Prairie Triathlon
Eastlink Centre, Knowledge Way, Grande Prairie, AB, Canada
Grande Prairie Triathlon: A New Chapter Begins Formerly known as the Eastlink Centre Triathlon, the Grande Prairie Triathlon brings a fresh identity while continuing to offer an inclusive and inspiring race experience. Open to athletes of all skill levels, from ages 3 to 99+, this event welcomes everyone—from first-time participants to seasoned triathletes. The annual Grande Prairie Triathlon is returning on July 6, 2025 for participants to swim, bike and run their way across the finish line. Registration Ways to Save on Registration Limited sponsored Kids of Steel spots available for NO CHARGE thanks to generous sponsors.  Eastlink Centre members receive 10 per cent off registration price. If you did not receive an email with the discount code contact info@cityofgp.com to receive the discount code.  Early bird pricing on adult races, valid until May 15, 2025. The Grande Prairie Triathlon is a Triathlon Alberta sanctioned event and all athletes must have a Triathlon Alberta membership to participate. Triathlon Alberta day memberships cost $30 for adults and $15 per athlete in a team and can be added to your cart during Grande Prairie Triathlon registration. Kids of Steel Triathlon Alberta membership is included with the registration price.
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JUL 26 - JUL 27
JUL 26 - JUL 27
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Teepee Creek Stollery Jackpot
Tire Pro Events Centre, Alberta 674, Bezanson, AB, Canada
The 5th annual local fundraiser in support of the Stollery Children's Hospital. Tire Pro Events Centre in Teepee Creek, Alberta. Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27 Registration at 8am Warm-ups at 9am Racing at 10am MORE INFO HERE
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JUN 07 - JUN 08
JUN 07 - JUN 08
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Indian Relay Racing - Indigenous Celebration
Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie County No. 1, AB, Canada
Indian Relay Racing is part of Evergreen Park's Indigenous Celebration presented by Ovintiv. June 7th & 8th J.D.A. Raceway Gordon Badger Stadium Doors open at noon. The celebration also includes drummers and dancers. Indigenous arts and crafts will be featured in a market on the main level at the Gordon Badger Stadium. BUY TICKETS General Admission $25+ / adult (age 18 - 64) $15+ / senior (age 65+) $15+ / youth (age 11-17) FREE / children age 10 & younger  
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JUN 12 - JUN 13
JUN 12 - JUN 13
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Odyssey Sunrise Golf Tournament
Grande Prairie Golf & Country Club, Resources Road, Grande Prairie, AB, Canada
Odyssey House Women's Shelter and Sunrise House Youth Emergency Shelter have collaborated to host a lively and memorable golf event. A mixer to network, fun with friends, socialize and support the programming for both of these vital shelters in the Grande Prairie region! Networking mixer, sponsor appreciation and auction on Thursday, June 12 at 6pm. Breakfast, golf, lunch, golf, supper, prizes and auction on Friday, June 13 from 9am to 9pm. Odyssey Sunrise Golf Tournament takes place surrounded by the beauty of the Grande Prairie Golf & Country Club. To donate a prize or auction item, to sponsor or sign up your team, contact Sunrise House or Odyssey House.  
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JUL 10 - JUL 13
JUL 10 - JUL 13
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Teepee Creek Stampede
Teepee Creek Stampede Grounds, Range Road 34, Bezanson, AB, Canada
It's 4 Days in the Wild at the Teepee Creek Stampede!
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JUL 11 - JUL 13
JUL 11 - JUL 13
Special Olympics - Alberta Summer Games
Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie is hosting the Special Olympics Alberta Summer Games July 11 - 13, 2025. Sports & Venues Swimming & Basketball - Eastlink Centre Rhythmic Gymnastics - Grande Prairie Gymnastics Powerlifting - ARC - Activity & Reception Centre Athletics & Bocce - Legion Field Soccer - Rotary Fields Softball - South Bear Creek Park 9-Hole Golf - The Dunes Golf & Winter Club 10-Pin Bowling - Bowling Stones   Get involved. MORE INFO VOLUNTEER registration Sign up to be a SPONSOR Shop the Special Olympics online store.  
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NOV 30 - DEC 06
NOV 30 - DEC 06
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Para Canada Cup / Coupe De Parahockey
Ovintiv Events Centre, Highway 2, Dawson Creek, BC, Canada
The Para Canada Cup / Coupe De Parahockey will be in Dawson Creek at the Ovintiv Events Centre November 30 to December 6. Learn more at PARA 101   Dawson Creek, B.C., is set to host the highly anticipated 2025 Para Cup, bringing international para hockey action to the West Coast for the first time since 2007. This prestigious tournament, held from Nov. 30 to Dec. 6 at the Ovintiv Events Centre, serves as the final international competition before the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Italy. The Para Cup has a rich history, originating as the World Sledge Hockey Challenge in 2007. Since its inception, Canada has secured five gold medals, ten silver medals, and one bronze, solidifying its status as a powerhouse in para hockey. This year, the world's top para-athletes will compete on Canadian ice once again, showcasing their skill, determination, and sportsmanship.   Dawson Creek is no stranger to hosting premier hockey events, having successfully welcomed the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge (2015, 2017), the 2019 World Junior A Challenge, and the 2023 National Women’s Under-18 Championship. With a strong hockey culture, dedicated volunteers, and state-of-the-art facilities, the city is primed to deliver an unforgettable experience for players, fans, and the community alike.   “Dawson Creek is thrilled to welcome the world to Mile Zero of the Alaska Highway and host the 2025 Para Cup, a first for our city and the Peace Region,” said Mayor Darcy Dober. “This event is not only a key part of our tourism strategy but also highlights the strong partnerships we've built hosting international events. We’re proud to showcase our world-class facilities, incredible volunteers, and passionate fans as we host the world’s best para-athletes, bringing positive social, economic, and community impacts to Dawson Creek and Northeastern B.C.” BUY TICKETS at LAKEVIEWTIX.COM Early bird (10 game) ticket packages are $114.00 plus applicable fees. If you find tickets online exceeding these prices you are most likely on a third-party reseller site (such as brokers or individuals). The Ovintiv Events Centre does not guarantee the authenticity of these tickets and cannot guarantee entry to this event. Buy tickets online at www.lakeviewtix.com, over the phone at 250-782-7443, in person at the Lake View Tix Box Office.
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