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Genesis 43:13-15 

“Then take your brother, and go back to the man. May God Almighty give you mercy as you go before the man, so that he will release Simeon and let Benjamin return. But if I must lose my children, so be it.” So the men packed Jacob’s gifts and double the money and headed off with Benjamin. They finally arrived in Egypt and presented themselves to Joseph (Genesis 43:13–15)

1 John 3:11

"For this is the message you heard from the beginning: We should love one another."

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The Alberta Pond Hockey Championships, scheduled for March, have been cancelled due to unseasonably warm temperatures which has not allowed the ice on the pond to reach the necessary thickness for a safe and enjoyable tournament.

While the Alberta Pond Hockey Championships will not take place this year, the organization is already looking forward to the next edition of the tournament.

This year's gala event, scheduled for March 9th, is still planned and all registered adult teams will receive 5 free tickets per team. 

Six individuals and three organizations were honoured for their outstanding contributions to local social services at today’s 18th annual Passionate Heart Awards ceremony. 

The awards, which celebrate people, teams and businesses that make a difference in their communities by enhancing social services or generally improving quality of life in the region, are sponsored by Family Community Support Services (FCSS) in the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, and towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley. 

2024 Award Recipients: 

The Climate Action Incentive Payment has recently changed its name, and an increase is on the way. 

Starting April 1, the rebranded “Canada Carbon Rebate” will be giving back $1,800 to Alberta families. 

“The Canada Carbon Rebate puts more money in your pocket every three months. It was created to make big polluters pay and give that money back to Canadian families. And it's working. This is how we're making life more affordable and cleaning the air we breathe,” said Seamus O’Regan, Minister of Labour and Seniors. 

Nitehawk Year Round Adventure park will be closed for Skiing and Snowboarding on Friday, Saturday & Sunday for the Alberta Winter Games.

They will be RE-OPENING for Skiing & Snowboarding on Family Day Monday (Feb.19) from 11:00AM to 5:00PM.

The 2024 Alberta Winter Games start tomorrow, and the city of Grande Prairie is getting ready to welcome over 2600 athletes, coaches, managers and technical officials. 

The Winter Games are a multi-sport event giving youth aged 11 to 17 the opportunity to compete at a provincial level.

There will be 18 different sports for spectators to check out over the 4-day event. 

The opening ceremonies kick off Friday, February 16th at 7pm at the Bonnett's Energy Centre. 

City facilities have adjusted hours of operation on Monday, February 19 in recognition of the Family Day statutory holiday.

Facility hours on Monday, February 19 are as follows:

The City is excited to host 2400 athletes, coaches and officials for the upcoming Alberta Winter Games! City recreational facilities are adjusting their schedules to accommodate the Games, see full details below.

Eastlink Centre – full facility

Variety – the Children’s Charity of Alberta supports children who are living with disabilities and specialized needs in our communities.

Through education, advocacy, direct support and community outreach, we support children who are facing physical, developmental, emotional or learning challenges and are dedicated to advancing the health, quality of life and enrichment of children living with specialized requirements and needs.

They have brought VOLT HOCKEY to Grande Prairie