Grande Prairie Online – Grande Prairie, Alberta

Are you thinking of moving to the City of Grande Prairie Alberta?

If so, welcome…Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

We’re Rent Grande Prairie and we can help you with your Grande Prairie online search for:

We’ve also put together this Grande Prairie online resource page with easy access to the information you need to know when moving to Grande Prairie, Alberta. 

About Grande Prairie, Alberta

Over the past decade, Grande Prairie Alberta has enjoyed phenomenal growth economically and with an average growth rate of 5.3% the population has doubled.

Grande Prairie Alberta Statistics for 2007 reveal that the city’s population is now over 50,000. The city also services over 250,000 people within a 200 kilometer radius in the Peace River district and the area enjoys one of Canada’s lowest unemployment rates.

Grande Prairie Alberta remains one of the most affordable places to live in Alberta.

  • Average annual income - over $96,000
  • Average rental cost for a two bedroom apartment - $1000 a month
  • Apartment vacancy rate - 7.5%

Grande Prairie Alberta and the Peace River region in general, are truly beautiful places, complete with the Rocky Mountain foothills, lakes, alder forests and wide open farmland. For an excellent overview of Grande Prairie online, check out these Grande Prairie Alberta Photos.

Grande Prairie, Alberta – Apartments for Rent

Search Grande Prairie online for apartments for rent or Lease to Own Apartment Options and you are sure to find Aurora Estates, a brand new, affordable Grande Prairie apartment complex.

The attractive one and two bedroom apartments at Aurora estates are Conveniently Located near most major amenities and include in-suite laundry, four appliances, spacious balconies and heated underground parking.

For information about Grande Prairie rentals Contact Rent Grande Prairie or call (780) 532-8331

Also, check out Relocating to Grande Prairie Alberta (City of Grande Prairie PDF Brochure)

Grande Prairie, Alberta - Schools

Whether you are looking for English schooling, French immersion or special education programs, the Grande Prairie Public School District #2357 is dedicated to ensuring that every student succeeds. Call (780) 532-4491  

Grande Prairie, Alberta - Post-Secondary Education

Grande Prairie Alberta has over 30 manufacturers that employ 25 or more people and is Northern Alberta’s regional centre for retail, hospitality, education, health services and entertainment.  The major economic sectors of the Peace River region include agriculture, oil and gas and forestry.

If you are searching Grande Prairie online for a place to further your education, learn a trade or perhaps start a new career Grande Prairie Alberta has two post-secondary education facilities:

Grande Prairie, Alberta - Leisure

Grande Prairie Alberta boasts multiple scenic parks, 14 golf courses, aquatic centre, ski facilities and more.  Searching Grande Prairie online for Leisure and Recreational activities will also bring up a number of pools, arenas, pathways and campgrounds. This is one of the best sources available when you search Grande Prairie online with links to recreation, parks and culture. We also recommend this link for more on Grande Prairie Parks and Recreation.

Grande Prairie, Alberta - Hospital

If you are looking for the Grande Prairie Hospital, the Queen Elizabeth II hospital is an accredited modern-day hospital and an acute care facility with 24-hour emergency services and an intensive care unit. You can reach this regional care facility by calling 1-800-732-8981 or 780-538-7100. Further details on services offered and employment opportunities can be found at Alberta Health Services.

Grande Prairie, Alberta - Library

Search Grande Prairie online for the Grande Prairie Public Library and you’ll find a modern facility with a collection of:

  • Over 100,000 items
  • 150 newspapers and magazines
  • 5 public Internet terminals

The Grande Prairie public library can be reached at (780) 538-4983. Check out Culture & Entertainment for more information on library facilities, museums, theatre, arts and music.

Grande Prairie, Alberta – Newspaper

The Daily Herald Tribune is the most widely read Grande Prairie Alberta newspaper.  Telephone: (780) 532-1110

Grande Prairie, Alberta – City Resources

Here are more excellent Grande Prairie online resources:

City of Grande Prairie Alberta – City Hall
Living in Grande Prairie Alberta
Grande Prairie Alberta Chamber of Commerce
Invest in Grande Prairie Alberta
Grande Prairie Alberta Tourism
Grande Prairie Alberta Educational Resources
Grande Prairie Alberta Utilities

Grande Prairie Alberta Jobs

When you search Grande Prairie online for career opportunities you will find a wide variety of companies and services. Grande Prairie Alberta has a diverse economy comprised of oil and gas, agriculture, forestry and food services.

Here are some great resource links for finding Grande Prairie jobs:

City of Grande Prairie Job Opportunities
Job Seekers Information
Grande Prairie Jobs Market
Grande Prairie Alberta Health Care Jobs
Grande Prairie Career Centre

Contact Rent Grande Prairie

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To learn more about the Grande Prairie, Alberta or to inquire about Apartment Availability at Grande Prairie Aurora Estates please Contact Rent Grande Prairie or call the rental office at 1.780.532.8331.

Ask us about our “Try Before You Buy” Rent to Own option.