The City of Grande Prairie will begin annual pest control operations this May, with a focus on controlling noxious weeds, insects, and plant diseases.
Every year, operations continuously run throughout May and October, depending on the weather, on city-owned land within municipal boundaries.
Officials maintain that all pest control is completed using products registered with Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency.
“This program supports the community’s enjoyment of outdoor spaces by responsibly managing pests in line with public health and environmental standards,” Parks Director Kase Devries says.
Additionally, the city is reminding homeowners that under the Provincial Weed Control Act, property owners are responsible for identifying and controlling noxious weeds on their own land, as they can spread quickly, damaging the surrounding ecosystem.
Residents can report noxious weeds in public areas or along roadways by contacting AccessGP at 3-1-1.
