Listen Live

City receives $26K in COVID-19 community response funding

The Canadian Medical Association Foundation and Federation of Canadian Municipalities has donated $26,000 to the City of Grande Prairie as part of its COVID-19 Community Response Fund for Vulnerable Population.

“To receive this kind of direct funding from an organization like the CMAF is a testament to the great work of the social services sector in Grande Prairie,” says Community Social Development Manager Angela Sutherland.

We are proud to be recognized for our COVID-19 response, and to receive this support which will allow us to continue to provide vital services to all of our residents.”

The money will go towards providing additional support for organizations within the city that have been on the frontlines since the beginning of the pandemic. Some organizations included in the list would include Rotary House, Sunrise House, and Northreach Society.

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

City asking residents to avoid “fish kill” concentration areas on local waterways

The city has put out a public advisory warning of what is known as a “fish kill,” currently taking place in sections of Bear Creek.

AHS warns of possible measles exposure locations in Grande Prairie

A confirmed measles case has prompted an exposure warning in Grande Prairie.

Jumpstart inclusive playground set to transform Lion’s Park

A new playground that is inclusive for all will be built at Lions Park.

Council increases funding to rebate program with surge in housing construction

For the first time in a decade, the City of Grande Prairie is experiencing a surge in housing construction with $55.1 million in residential building permits recorded by the end of June. 

Road construction kicks off in Crystal Lake

Drivers in Crystal Lake can expect to see construction in their neck of the woods for the next little while as crews have kicked off several projects in the area.
- Advertisement -