Tag: pests

City of GP beginning pest control operations in May

GP City Hall Ethan Montague - April 17, 2025

The City of Grande Prairie will begin annual pest control operations this May, with a focus on controlling noxious weeds, insects, and plant diseases.

Little moisture means few mosquitoes in Grande Prairie

News Erica Fisher - May 27, 2016

If you haven't felt too bothered by a buzzing in your ear or an itchy spot on your arm,...

Jump in grasshopper numbers not an issue for city residents

News Erica Fisher - July 16, 2015

You've likely noticed them hopping through bushes, getting chased by neighbourhood dogs. The number of grasshoppers in Grande Prairie...

Check trees for yellow-headed spruce sawfly: City

News Erica Fisher - June 29, 2015

If you have any spruce trees in your yard, you're being asked to check for any yellow-headed spruce sawfly....

Reduction in pesticide use part of City's 10 year plan

News Erica Fisher - June 2, 2014

The City is looking to reduce its use of pesticides, focusing on prevention instead. Integrated Pest Management Coordinator Jim Donnelly...

Fish flies take over Crystal Lake Estates

News Erica Fisher - May 27, 2014

If it seems like your home has been taken over by thousands of tiny flies, you're not alone. Millions of...

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

Fish & Wildlife July 5, 2025

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

Health Care July 5, 2025

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

Jumpstart inclusive playground set to transform Lion’s Park

Community July 3, 2025

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

GP City Hall July 3, 2025

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

Traffic & Closures July 3, 2025

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.

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