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The County of Grande Prairie appoints Corinne James as first Community Safety Coordinator
The County of Grande Prairie is excited to welcome Corinne James as its first Community Safety Coordinator. With nearly 30 years of experience in public safety and health, Corinne brings a wealth of knowledge, including her recent role as the Government of Alberta's Occupational Health and Safety Lead Investigator.
County kicks off Fire Prevention Week with a focus on smoke alarm safety at community events
The County of Grande Prairie is celebrating the 2024 Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) from October 6-12, with community events planned from Monday, October 7 through Saturday, October 12 at County fire stations and partner departments.
Renewed Recreation Agreement, Amended Fire Services Agreement between County of Grande Prairie and Town of Wembley Continues Municipal Collaboration Commitment
In a cooperative effort to share costs for mutually beneficial recreational and fire services, the County of Grande Prairie and the Town of Wembley have finalized two official agreements. These agreements outline joint funding and support for various recreational and fire services in both communities for the coming years, including funding arrangements for green spaces and public parks, recreational programming, and the Wembley Arena (Agricultural Society).
County of Grande Prairie Welcomes Lee Brachmann as New General Manager of Community Services
The County of Grande Prairie is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Brachmann, MA, as the new General Manager of Community Services. With nearly two decades of experience in policing, primarily in rural communities, Brachmann brings a strategic and community-focused approach to his new role.
Public hearing on Intermunicipal Development Plan set for October 15
(Grande Prairie, Alta. – September 25, 2024) The City of Grande Prairie and County of Grande Prairie invite community members to a joint public hearing on October 15, 2024, regarding the draft Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP).
County Regional Fire Service Recruiting Local Responders for Rural and Town Stations
The County Regional Fire Service is seeking dedicated individuals from rural areas to join our team as paid response firefighters and medical first responders. Only those living within 15 kilometres of our stations in Bezanson, Hythe, La Glace, Teepee Creek, and the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley can apply.
Alberta, Canada – The City of Grande Prairie, the County of Grande Prairie, and the Municipal District of Greenview are proud to announce a united initiative to showcase the exceptional investment opportunities in Northwest Alberta. With rich natural resources and thriving communities, this region offers immense potential for businesses and investors.
Starting today, Tuesday, September 3, 2024, County offices will now be open over the lunch hour.
The decision to extend the County’s customer service hours was made at the Council meeting on August 12.
Previously, offices were only open during the lunch hour temporarily to accommodate annual property tax payments near the end of June.
Fire Restriction lifted for Entire County and Surrounding Towns
Effective at 2:00 p.m. today, Tuesday, August 27, 2024, the County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Service has lifted the Fire Restriction that was put in place on July 29 for the entire County, along with the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith and Wembley. This change aligns with Alberta Wildfire’s move to lift all advisories today.
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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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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
Regular Hours
Our office is open:
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
including over the lunch hour