Cheques for vendor/supplier and customer invoices will be available for pick up, unless Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) is requested. Those impacted will be contacted directly.
Canada Post Strike
Important Information During Canada Post Strike
With the nation-wide Canada Post strike on September 25, 2025, the County of Grande Prairie is providing options to residents to ensure County services can continue.
County Services
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Sign up to receive utility bills by email. To do so, create an account through the MyProperty Portal at https://myproperty.countygp.ab.ca.
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Utility bills can also be picked up in person.
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Alternatively, send an email to ar@countygp.ab.ca or call 780-532-9722.
All home support clients will be notified regarding making payments over the phone or in person. If the strike continues, invoices will be emailed to vendors, and printed invoices will be delivered to home support clients.
Special Ballots – 2025 County of Grande Prairie Municipal Election
Visit www.countygp.ab.ca/election for information regarding Special Ballot requests.
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Permit applications can be made in person at the or by downloading forms at www.countygp.ab.ca/permits and emailing the completed forms to plan@countygp.ab.ca. Payments will be accepted in person or by phone using a credit card.
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Applications requiring notice to adjacent landowners will be held until the end of the postal strike. Email-based referrals will continue. View scheduled public hearings at www.countygp.ab.ca/publicnotices.
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For questions regarding these processes, please call the Planning and Development department at 780-513-3950.
Dog owners can pick up tags in person at the Community Services Building or the County Administrative Building.
For additional information, email info@county.gp.ab.ca or call 780-532-9722.
For in-person visits:
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Transportation and Utilities building is located at 10001 - 84 Avenue, Clairmont
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Community Services Building is located at 10808 - 100 Avenue, Clairmont
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still need to pay my utility bills if I do not receive them in the mail?
Yes, you are still required to pay your utility bills. See options listed in the Utility Bills section on this page.
How can I pay my County property tax bill during the postal strike?
Visit www.countygp.ab.ca/payments to find property tax payment methods.
Will I still receive bills from the County in the mail?
The County is not able to send mail during the Canada Post strike.
How can I send mail to the County of Grande Prairie during the postal strike?
Mail can be dropped off in person. Locations are listed above.
Are penalties waived for late payments during the postal strike?
No. You are responsible to ensure the County receives your payment. See locations listed above for in-person visits.
How can I get paid for money owed to me by the County?
See details in the Accounts Payable section on this page.
Contact Us
County of Grande Prairie
Administration Building
10001 - 84 Avenue
Clairmont, AB
T8X 5B2
Phone: 780-532-9722
Fax: 780-539-9880
Email: info@countygp.ab.ca
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