2025 Frostival has been Cancelled

Due to warmer temperatures and icy conditions, the County of Grande Prairie has made the difficult decision to cancel the upcoming Frostival event, scheduled for March 2nd, at Hommy Park Campground.

Safety is top priority, and unfortunately, the current conditions are not suitable for outdoor activities.

Information provided by the County of Grande Prairie

'It's a heavy day': Families react after potential remains found in Manitoba landfill

Relatives of two murdered Indigenous women expressed shock, hope and anger Thursday, after receiving news that potential human remains have been found at a landfill where their loved ones were believed to have been taken.

"I think the shock of everything has finally hit me," Melissa Robinson, a cousin of Morgan Harris, said at a press conference sitting beside other relatives

"To every one of you that said no (to a search), to every one of you that didn't believe in us, do better," said Harris's daughter Elle Harris.

UPDATE: City of Fort St John experienced a cyber incident

Update: 

On the morning of Tuesday, February 25, 2025, the City of Fort St. John experienced a cyber incident. As soon as the incident was discovered, we took swift action to protect our systems and minimize impacts. Since then, we have worked with cyber security experts and relevant authorities to investigate the incident’s extent and impact. 

J.D.A. Ventures Ltd. welcomed as new naming sponsor for County Sportsplex

The County of Grande Prairie is pleased to announce a new naming partnership with J.D.A. Ventures Ltd., which will see the County Sportsplex renamed as the J.D.A. County Sportsplex. This long-term sponsorship agreement will support ongoing improvements and maintenance of the County’s premier sports and recreation facility, ensuring it continues to meet the needs of the growing community. 

Celebrating 50 Years: The Golden Age Centre marks a milestone

This spring is a momentous one for the Golden Age Centre as it celebrates 50 years of fostering healthy aging and vibrant community life. 

Founded on March 10, 1975, the centre has long been a hub for individuals 55 and older, offering diverse programs, from nutrition and exercise to yoga, billiards, card games, and lively dances.  

Always evolving, Elaine Jobin, Manager, is leading efforts to expand offerings for the 55 to 65 age group, introducing activities like hiking, biking, walking groups, book clubs, and restorative health workshops. 

Deaf Gospel workers team up to reach Deaf communities

Have you ever heard of the “like attracts like” principle? It suggests that similar things are attracted to one another.

DOOR International’s Rob Myers says the principle applies to Deaf ministry. He explains that Deaf missionaries are more effective at reaching Deaf communities for Christ because “Deaf people connect with other Deaf people in ways that hearing people just can’t.”

Polls suggest a close race as federal election approaches

Multiple polls now suggest the next federal election will be a tight race, and at least one major pollster has the Liberals leading the Conservatives for the first time in nearly four years.

A survey from Ipsos released this week suggests that if an election were held today, 38 per cent of Canadians would support the Liberals and 36 per cent would back the Conservatives.

That's a major shift from just six weeks ago, when the Conservatives held a 26-point lead in Ipsos polls.

Duck Dynasty’s Miss Kay suffers serious injury in fall, Phil's Alzheimer's battle continues

Another member of the Duck Dynasty family is dealing with health struggles after a fall left them with serious injuries. 

In the latest episode of the family's podcast, Duck Call Room, Jase talked about the incident.

"Kay had another fall, which, she falls a lot. And it was a substantial injury but she's doing pretty well," said Jase. 

He says he was about to speak at an event when the people who care for his parents let him know what had happened.

Funding extended for Manitoba Farmers to tackle climate change

The Prairie Watershed On-Farm Climate Action Project (PWCP) is expanding, and it's good news for farmers in Manitoba. The project, which has been helping farmers reduce their environmental footprint since 2022, is getting a significant boost from the Canadian government.

Lynda Nicol, Executive Director of the Manitoba Association of Watersheds (MAW), explains how phase one of the program has been a huge success.