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DREAM IT, C R E AT E I T, TREASURE IT

Celebrate Tying the Knot

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he Grande Prairie Downtown Association encourages you to enjoy the unique experiences that downtown Grande Prairie has to offer. We believe downtown is a special place, with one of a kind businesses that give you a reason to come back again and again. ‘DOWNTOWNERS’ are proud of the role they play in making Grande Prairie the ‘Greatest Place to be.’

Harold Friesen, Chairman DownTown Association

Downtown Draw | 4 A Cultural Centre for Grande Prairie | 6 Downtown Events | 8 Enjoy Life Today and Save for Tomorrow | 13 Dream it, Create it, Treasure it | 16 Downtown Grande Prairie | 24 Shops of Downtown | 26 Downtown View | 35 Walkable Urbanity | 36 Directory of Downtown Businesses | 38 The Oldest Building Still Standing | 46

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Cover photo: Summer Celebrations - Linda Side and Jim Munro’s daughters at their wedding. Photo by Diane Reynolds. See Dream it, Create it, Treasure it on page 16.

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A C U LT U R A L C E N T R E FOR GRANDE PRAIRIE MAKE IT GRAND!

By Robert Steven

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espite the recent collapse of The Prairie Art Gallery roof, there is still a great deal of good news to celebrate for the historic site, The Gallery and for culture in Grande Prairie. That good news takes the form of a 50,000 square foot, 2 storey building, with a full underground parkade beneath it. The historic significance of the site will be a primary and defining feature of the new architecture. It will be the new home of the Grande Prairie Public Library, and it will expand The Prairie Art Gallery to more than double its traditional size.

Both The Library and The Gallery are growing as part of this project and much of the discussion of the new facility has focused on The Gallery’s need for more exhibition and storage space, The Library’s need for more seating and programming space and both institutions’ need for barrier free accessibility.

It is important to remember that these are not really the institutions’ needs, they are the needs of our community.

If you wonder why we, as a community, need for The Library and The Gallery to grow, you just have to look around for the answer. It is because the city has grown so much and is continuing to grow. This new building will ensure that the children (and adults) of Grande Prairie and the surrounding area will have easy access to some of humanity’s finest creations: works of art and books. Grande Prairians wishing to search out new and diverse cultural experiences in the new Library and Art Gallery will not have to struggle to find a seat, or wait unnecessarily for a computer terminal, they will be able to move easily through the complex with strollers, with toddlers in tow, or with mobility devices, without having to overcome the obstacles of stairs or narrow passages.

couraging. These are the same sort of issues that face users of The Library and The Gallery in their attempts to navigate the current facilities. The new Library and Gallery will overcome the shortage of cultural infrastructure and in fact will allow for appropriate service to the community through many years of additional growth. It is a great credit to the City of Grande Prairie that it has chosen to address the community’s need for growth in culture at the same time as it addresses the other needs that growth has generated.

The largest portion of the cost of the construction of this public building will be paid by the City of Grande Prairie on behalf of all of us. Both the Province of Alberta and the Government of Canada will also be contributing to the construction, but the generosity of individuals and groups within the community, both as donors and as volunteers, will also play an essential role in this project. Together The Library and The Gallery are working to raise 3.5 million dollars for the purpose of furnishing, equipping, and enhancing the new facility with all of the variety of items that the community needs to make optimum use of the facility.

With shelving to chairs to works of art, the new facility will be fully outfitted in a manner that will make us all proud. The fundraising campaign has just entered its public phase and to date the amount raised is over 1.6 million dollars, including a one million dollar donation from the Ken and Teresa Sargent Family Foundation, as well as other generous early donations from the Swan City Rotary Club, the Grande Prairie Public Library Friends Society, Canadian Natural Resources Limited, Elks Lodge 285 and the Royal Purple of Canada, Clem Collins, Alliance Pipeline and Bank of Montreal. The fundraising campaign is being carried out almost exclusively by volunteers, which makes their success so far in the campaign all the more impressive.

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In the near future, an exciting new public facility is scheduled to open. Grande Prairie’s Cultural Centre will provide a new library and art gallery for our growing community.

Our fundraising campaign is now underway. Your support for this landmark cultural space will be an investment in our region’s rich cultural landscape.

GRANDE PRAIRIE’S CULTURAL CENTRE – a destination for discovery, enrichment, inspiration and education.

We invite you to visit www.MakeItGrand.ca or call 532-3580 to learn more about the features of this new facility or to donate to this vital civic project.

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to the community for the outpouring of concern following the collapse of the Prairie Art Gallery. We look forward to your continued support as we move forward with the campaign for Grande Prairie’s Cultural Centre.

From paint finishes to landscaping, feng shui and interior design - inspiration begins at your library. Spend some time browsing through our magazines, books and DVDs. You may just find the spark you need to unleash your creativity.

Learn to create beautiful flower art for your home when the Library presents: Flowers with Janice Lutsenko Wednesday, May 9 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Call the library to register.

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DOWNTOWN EVENTS BE PART OF THE ACTION! APRIL 19 - 21 25 25 26 - 28 27 - 29 28 29

‘The Miser’ Live Theatre Production Secretaries Thank You Luncheon Northern Alberta Job Find ‘The Miser’ Live Theatre Production Worthy Ideas 4 Kidz Tradeshow 27th Annual Art Auction Kandinsky - Sky Blue Paintings Family Workshop

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Second Street Theatre Downtown Association Crystal Centre Second Street Theatre Crystal Centre * visit www.prairiegallery.com * visit www.prairiegallery.com

Heritage Village Opening Carlos Del Junco All Schools, All Art & Minh Nguyen Opening Visiting Artist Workshop with Minh Nguyen Art After Dark - Finding Your Own Place in Culture, Robert Steven Grande Prairie Guild of Artists Show & Sale Opening Peace Wapiti Academy Graduation Thomas the Tank Engine Live Mother’s Day Brunch ‘Voices’ Live Theatre Production Prairie North Artist Workshop St. Joseph’s Catholic High School Graduation Ann Manuel Opening Reception ‘Voices’ Live Theatre Production Grande Prairie Composite High School Graduation Painting on Location at O’Brien Park with Robert Steven Hudson Bay Outpost Grand Opening Parks & Protected Areas 75th Anniversary Exhibit Opening ‘Voices’ Live Theatre Production accent |

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‘Voices’ Live Theatre Production Second Street Theatre Children’s Interactive Exhibition - Inner Space Opening Reception * visit www.prairiegallery.com Grande Prairie Air Cadets Drill Crystal Centre Seniors’ Tea Grande Prairie Museum Royal Canadian Legion Military Tattoo Crystal Centre Duck Days Downtown House & Garden Tour and Gala * visit www.prairiegallery.com Grande Prairie Guild of Artists Cook for the Cure * visit www.prairiegallery.com Willie Nelson Live Crystal Centre * visit www.prairiegallery.com Cindy Barrat and Yasuo Terada Opening Reception Canada Day Entertainment Muskoseepi Park Amphitheater, 8:00 pm Canada Day Fireworks Muskoseepi Park Reservoir, 12:00 am

Canada Day Parade Canada Day Celebration Summer Day Camp Sunday in the Park Live Concert Series Street Performers Festival McNaught Festival Sunday in the Park Live Concert Series Jordan World Circus Sunday in the Park Live Concert Series

Hillside School to Muskoseepi, 1:00 pm Muskoseepi Park, 2:30 - 6:00 pm Grande Prairie Museum Muskoseepi Park Amphitheater, 2:00 pm Downtown * visit www.prairiegallery.com Muskoseepi Park Amphitheater, 2:00 pm Crystal Centre Muskoseepi Park Amphitheater, 2:00 pm

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Sunday in the Park Live Concert Series Muskoseepi Park Amphitheater, 2:00 pm 100 Flags International Day Entertainment and Activities Muskoseepi Park Heritage Day Old Fashioned Crafts and Events Grande Prairie Museum Sunday in the Park Live Concert Series Muskoseepi Park Amphitheater, 2:00 pm Sunday in the Park Live Concert Series Muskoseepi Park Amphitheater, 2:00 pm

SEPTEMBER

15 - 16 Harvest Festival 21 Barbara Heller, Anita Pimm, Carrie Klukas and Catherine Hamel Opening 30 GPRC Presidents Ball

Grande Prairie Museum * visit www.prairiegallery.com Crystal Centre

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Grande Prairie Women’s Show Lantern Tours Halloween Spooktacular Foot Parade / Halloween Party

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Disturbing the Peace Concert Vegas Night Jane Ash Poitras Opening Festival of Trees Farmers Market Christmas Craft Sale

Crystal Centre Downtown Open to 11:00 pm * visit www.prairiegallery.com Crystal Centre Crystal Centre

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Crystal Centre Grande Prairie Museum Muskoseepi Park, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Downtown

Pioneer Christmas Multi-office Christmas Party

Grande Prairie Museum Crystal Centre

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ammy and Martha are not alone in wanting to enjoy their lives to the fullest. Sammy works long hours as a lawyer, and Martha’s fitness consulting business is booming. For them, leisure and recreation are rewards for working hard, and as their incomes have steadily risen, they’ve had no problem funding their lifestyle.

The recent slowdown in the economy has caused them to rethink some of their spending habits and devote more time to preparing for the future. Although they believe it’s important to balance present desires with future realities, they are unsure what it will take to do this on a dayto-day basis.

WHAT THEY’RE DOING RIGHT

Though Sammy and Martha are living their lives as they see fit, they have not been doing so on borrowed money. Other than their mortgage, they don’t have a lot of debt, which is a definite advantage.

Although they haven’t been investing large amounts in their registered Retirement Savings Plans (RSPs), they have a realistic understanding of how time and compounding interest can work to their advantage. As a result, most of their RSP investments are in equities. Their reasoning is that they won’t need the money for about 20 years; therefore, they are willing to accept some volatility in exchange for greater growth potential.

WHAT THEY NEED TO DO NOW

Sammy and Martha have indicated that, if at all possible, they want a convenient solution. In other words, they want to start

putting some money away, but don’t want to spend a lot of time thinking about it.

GOOD HABITS ARE HARD TO BREAK

With this in mind, we think the first thing they should do is set up a regular RSP contribution plan. This way, the money can be taken directly out of their bank accounts every month and directed to an investment of their choice. Coming up with smaller monthly contributions is much easier than making large, lump-sum contributions. A regular investment plan would meet their need for convenience, and they’d barely notice the difference in their available cash flow.

More importantly, a regular investment plan will ensure that Sammy and Martha keep their retirement goals a priority while allowing them to continue their active lifestyle. In addition, their RSP contributions are always working towards their long-term goals. Plus, when markets are down, their regular contributions buy more investment units; when markets are up, they buy less. In the investment world, this strategy is known as “dollarcost averaging.”

PLAY SOME CATCH UP

Another strategy Sammy and Martha might want to consider is catching up on their RSP contributions with a line of credit. RSP lines of credit come with convenient repayment options. If the catch-up contributions trigger a larger tax refund, they can use that money to pay down the line of credit.

ESTABLISH THEIR RETIREMENT GOALS

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should consider sitting down with a financial advisor to determine how they want to spend their retirement. They’ll need to fund their dreams later in life.

A financial advisor will help make sure their asset allocation strategy is in line with their long-term goals. Right now, the investments in their RSPs are mostly equity-based. A more balanced mix — that includes some bonds and other fixed-income investments — would provide some stability to their portfolios in more challenging markets.

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WE’VE COME A LONG WAY FROM THE TIME WHEN THE PRIMARY WEDDING EVENT CONSISTED OF A GROOM KIDNAPPING A BRIDE… THESE DAYS, THE RITUALS OF A COUPLE PROCLAIMING THEIR LOVE TO ONE ANOTHER ARE A WHOLE LOT MORE FUN.

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, TREASURE IT

CELEBRATE TYING THE KNOT

By Deanna Kent-McDonald

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he tapestry of life is sewn together with experience, held together by memory.

And for the brides and grooms of the world, a wedding is the perfect opportunity to create special memories and experiences that will last a lifetime.

No matter how a couple decides to celebrate the monumental event, finding ways to personalize the day is top priority.

the Chateau Lake Louise fit the bill for the traditionally elegant affair that they wanted. “With the facility we chose we did not have to improvise in any way – the special events staff were accustomed to assisting in every way as the majority of their weddings are planned from out of town.” With the expertise of a wedding planner, the stress of arranging from afar didn’t get in the way of their excitement.

Using a wedding planner for their destination wedding was also the way to go for Linda Side and Jim Munro who were graced with the experience of knowing exactly what they wanted; a celebration void of stress which would unite them and their families. They chose to be married in Kauai, a place that they had fallen in love with on past vacations. The lavish traditional Hawaiian ceremony was on an estate that boasted lush botanical gardens, and they had the ocean just a path away. The setting was expansive enough to accommodate the many people who traveled with them to commemorate their day.

AFTER THE “YES” RINGS OUT, ONE OF THE FIRST CONSIDERATIONS THAT COUPLES MAKE INVOLVES THE LOCATION OF THEIR WEDDING CEREMONY AND THE RECEPTION THAT WILL FOLLOW.

A CLEAR IDEA OF WHAT IS IMPORTANT IS A MUST.

Venue often colours the entire feel of the day and thus this decision is not one to be taken lightly. When Carmen and Matt Vallentgoed got engaged during an annual family 4x4ing expedition to Porcupine Flats on the Kakwa, they knew right away that they wanted to be married at a local church and then dance the night away with family and friends at Five Mile Hall. “Five Mile Hall just seemed to be the perfect spot. And from the very beginning, both of us thought that our day wouldn’t be as special anywhere else.” Their choice of locations reflected a desire to celebrate with many family members and friends, and also demonstrated the pride they feel for their community.

Carmen and Matt envisioned their wedding as a fun affair for them, their families, and their friends. For Carmen, who works as a graphic designer in Grande Prairie, arranging the particulars and taking care of the finer points of decorating was more than just a whim. “I’m very visual, so the decorating and anything that could be designed was very important to me. It’s who I am.” Although she had plenty of help from her mom and her bridesmaids, Carmen did a lot of the preparations and took care of many of the details. The yellow palate she chose accented everything from the invitations to her bouquet of daisies.

Even the stunning wedding album Carmen designed to preserve her photos coordinates with her wedding theme and colours.

Though their original plan involved an elopement and a backyard barbeque, Sarah and Thor Pruckl had numerous guests from overseas, so they decided on a more formal celebration.

The panoramic setting of Lake Louise seemed a perfect place;

Sarah and Thor put their trust into a professional events planner and their wish for an elegant affair was totally fulfilled. Spa treatments for the maids of honor, a delectable seven course

Opposite page: A moment together, Matt and Carmen Vallentgoed. This page: Jim Munro and Linda Side exchange vows surrounded by the lush beauty of Kauai.

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meal, and handmade chocolates for her guests were part of Sarah’s idea for their dream wedding. Materialized, each of the little things that they did tied into the grand scheme of what they had envisioned for their day.

For Linda and Jim, the details of their memorable celebration centered around the idea that the day was a ceremony not just for them, but for their children as well. Their invitations had the children asking guests to celebrate the marriage and the union of all of them as a family. Rejoicing in their new blended family “was the essence of the trip.” Linda was able to choose exactly what she wanted for herself, and she was also able to incorporate what was important for the little ones. Each one of them was an integral part of the ceremony. “Our five girls were beautiful. They were like little nymphs in A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

THERE ARE MANY WAYS A WEDDING CELEBRATION CAN BE UNIQUE AND PERSONALIZED.

Since Carmen and Matt’s trucks symbolize their personalities and passion for adventure and the outdoors, nothing else could have been more perfect than the four colourful vintage trucks they decked out for their day.

With their closest family and friends, they rode to their celebration destination with wide smiles. The vehicles epitomized their laid back spirits and they love the fact that they demonstrated it in all of the choices they made.

Sarah and Thor remember how special it was to see family that they hadn’t for a long time, and to meet the new family that had travelled over oceans to toast them. A whimsical wildflower theme delivered in the form of invitations ordered from the U.K. and a talented pastry chef in Banff (who used fresh flowers on their cake) helped to make their Lake Louise wedding stand out for them and for their guests.

For Linda, Jim and their families, doing things “their own way” was the key to creating emotional and sentimental memories.

Handmade leis fashioned by a dear Hawaiian friend, the fact that their children, family and friends could join them to celebrate new lives together, and the wedding vows they wrote for one another were the things that created the greatest joy in the memory of their wedding.

EVEN THOUGH THERE IS OFTEN A LOT OF PLANNING THAT GOES INTO A WEDDING, SOMETIMES THE BEST MOMENTS ARE THE ONES THAT JUST HAPPEN.

Originally, Carmen and Matt had no desire to add the headache and extra cost of an elaborate cake to their already full wedding agenda. Fortunately, family friend and Chef Hal Buechner wasn’t about to let them have their way. “At first we didn’t think a wedding cake would be particularly important for the day, but when we passed out the pieces to everyone, it was a wonderful opportunity to visit with each guest. Our cake was delicious!

People still talk about how great it was.” Linda and Jim also received a spontaneous gift when the sun found its way to their outdoor ceremony. “Kauai is one of the wettest places on earth, and bursts of sun and a rainbow came out from the mountain backdrop mist as the ceremony began.” Sarah and Thor’s May ceremony was shifted indoors with the untimely arrival of snow the day before. “We were supposed to be married outside, but we moved indoors to the Sun Room because of the unexpected snow. But our photographer was able to use an amazing backdrop for our pictures!”

Figuring out the where, when and how are important for any wedding. But once those things are planned, the most important memories of any wedding are woven from the smaller, more personal decisions, details and unexpected miracles of the day. If it can be dreamt, it can be done. And once it is, the memories of a wedding last forever.

This page: Sarah and Thor Pruckle on their wintery wedding day in May. Opposite page, top to bottom, left to right: Matt and Carmen Vallentgoed enjoy the cake they didn’t plan to have; Handmade chocolates for the Pruckl’s guests; The “nymphs” enjoy the combining of their families at the Side - Munro wedding.

A great personal touch – the Vallentgoed’s collection of Chevys. A designers touch - The style and theme of the Vallentgoed wedding was evident in all the decorations. The beautiful hand-made leis guests received at Linda Side and Jim Munro’s wedding.

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33. Snapshot Studio & Photo 9924 100 Avenue

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Eternity Fine Jewellery & Heirlooms 9918B 100 Avenue

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20. Midwest Furniture Rentals 10012 100 Avenue

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8.

Fairy Tales Career & Bridal Wear 9906 100 Avenue

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21. Milano For Men 10030 100 Avenue

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34. Subway 10012 99 Avenue

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Fashionista 5 - 9907 100 Avenue

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22. Night Alert Security 3rd Flr. 9804 100 Avenue

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35. The Trophy Gallery 10017B Avenue

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10. Forbes & Friends 9918A 100 Avenue

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23. No Need to Knock 10026B 100 Avenue

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36. TurCon Construction Group 9823 97 Avenue

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11. Gail Haakstad - Royal LePage 9917B 97 Avenue

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24. Peppermint Twist Hair Design 9909 102 Street

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37. Unique Gallery 9929 100 Avenue

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12. GG’s Studio 101 - 10135 101 Avenue

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25. Picture Perfect 9934 100 Avenue

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38. Urban Home 1 - 9907 100 Avenue

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26. Powder Room 2 - 9907 100 Avenue

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39. Valhalla Pure Outfitters 7 - 9907 100 Avenue

Grande Prairie Museum Muskoseepi Park

13. Grande Prairie Music 9826 100 Avenue

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27. Pucci 10026A 100 Avenue

Grande Prairie Public Library 9910 99 Avenue

Prairie Art Gallery, The 10209 99 Street

COMMUNITY BUILDINGS a.

Downtown Association

f.

Grande Prairie Public Library

b.

Curling Rink

g.

Royal Canadian Legion

c.

GP Live Theatre

h.

Centre for Creative Arts

d.

Bowes Family Gardens (Crystal Centre)

i.

Grande Prairie Museum

e.

Canada Games Arena (Crystal Centre)

j.

The Prairie Art Gallery

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Storm Hockey Team 10017 99 Avenue

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40. Wonderland Toy & Hobby 10032 100 Avenue

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41. Youth Connections 104 - 9817 101 Avenue

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SHOPS OF DOWNTOWN A GUIDE TO DOWNTOWN SHOPPING

Diamond Eternity Bands

What delivers the message of eternal love better than an Eternity Band. The traditional symbol of everlasting devotion and romance, the Eternity Band remains an item that has stood the test of times.

Available at Eternity Fine Jewellery & Heirlooms

Umbra Plus Collection

Pure Home carries a complete assortment of Umbra Plus home decor products.

Available at Pure Home.

Suit Sales and Tuxedo Rentals

Let Milano dress you for any occasion! Specializing in grad and wedding rentals.

Suit sales from $240.00 Tux rentals from $99.00 Available at Milano for Men.

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Rainsuit by Dogo

Spring and summer apparel to suit all sizes of pooches. Complete line of pet accessories and giftware.

Prices starting at $29.00 - Available at Pucci.

Karen Wilson Hand Bags

These trendsetting handbags are designed with unique textures, patterns, accents and colors. They are made in Canada with a focus on detail and quality, in limited editions to keep them exclusive.

Available at Forbes & Friends.

Sue Dean Potter y

20th year Anniversary Celebration of Unique Gallery.

Watch for shows and sales and additional artists works.

Starting at $15.00 - Available at Unique Gallery.

FHI Heat Platform

Professional Styling Iron and 1800 watt Hair Dryer. The latest in Nano Fusion Technology allows hair to absorb maximum moisture for superior shine and conditioning.

Pretty in Pink available at Peppermint Twist Hair Design.

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Sid Dickens Spring 2007 Collection

‘Fable’ arrives with a breath of optimism this month at Urban Home.

This collection conjures up narratives of romance and mystery from times past. Dickens brings us a fairy tale of the heart, fragments inviting us to imagine our own treasured stories. $76.00 - Available at Urban Home.

Nor th Face Apex Bionic Sof t Shell Jacket $149.95 - Available at Valhalla Pure Outfitters.

Water Tower Figure 8 Set

Free Pearcy and Mail Car with a $40.00 Thomas Wooden Railway Purchase.

While quantities last. May not be exactly as shown.

Starting at $49.95 - Available at Wonderland Toy and Hobby.

Ar tiba Professional Cosmetics

A perfect collection of make-up that suits all skin types and colors.

Available at Rejuve Salon & Spa.

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Ashley Bungalow -Crimson

Alive with rich vibrant colors and a unique style, the Bungalow-Crimson sectional upholstery collection fills any living area with a warmth and comfort that creates the ultimate relaxing environment.

Available at Midwest Furniture Rentals.

Hand-P ainted Canvases and Keep-sake Boxes by Rhonda Killberg

A collection of

Starting at $39.95 - Available at Trophy Gallery.

Sandwich Clothing Line

Fashionista carries a full line of Sandwich ladies wear.

Starting at $70.00 Available at Fashionista.

Assor ted Special Occasion Frames.

Starting at $19.95 - Available at Snapshot Studio & Photo.

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IBM Laptops Starting at $749.00 - Available at Hi-Tech Business Systems.

All Leather Chaise Lounge

Comfort and style in black, red, expresso and off-white. $595 - Available at Picture Perfect.

Exclusive Assor tment of Lingerie

In sizes 4 to 4x to suit all ladies.

Available at Afterhours Boutique.

S Factor

Refreshes your hair making it soft and hydrated and leaving it manageable at the same time. Your hair will feel rejuvenated.

Starting at $30.00 - Available at GG’s Studio.

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Assor ted Muf f ins and Specialty Cof fees Available at Ricks Place.

Joseph Ribkof f Design

Pink Sugar

A flowy summer, empirecut dress in a popular animal print, by our customers favorite Canadian designer, Joseph Ribkoff.

Stylish and lively, with a distinctive personality, Pink Sugar takes you on a journey through the pleasures and flavors of childhood with a playful blend of vanilla and caramel. Full range of bath and body products available.

Eau de toilette spray - 30 ml - $35.00, 100 ml - $70 Available at Powder Room.

$195.00 - Available at Fairy Tales Career and Bridal.

Poly Satin Shutter s

Choose a leader in a variety of wood or poly satin shutters.

Starting at $168.00 - Available at Keddy’s Kustom Kurtains.

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Hor tense B Hewitt Co.

This white satin collection features satin ribbon accents and sparkling Swarovski Crystal platinum plated heart brooches.

Starting at $24.50 - Available at Affordable Elegance.

The Diamond Eternity Band Collection Remind her that you still do and always will.

Available at Curry’s Jewellers.

Arch Shutter s

Wide assortment of Arch Shutters to customize your windows.

Available at Keddy’s Kustom Kurtains.

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S E RV I N G T H E P E AC E F O R N E A R LY 1 0 0 Y E A R S .

Over the decades much has changed in downtown, Grande Prairie. But one constant has been Kay McVey Smith & Carlstrom.

We have been privileged to have served so many families through the generations. Thank you for entrusting us.

K AY S H I P. C O M Grande Prairie: 532-7771

1-888-531-7771

Spirit River: 864-3999 Sexsmith: 568-3044 Fairview: 835-2936

Corporate Commercial | Personal Injury | Real Estate | Estate Planning Main Street Grande Prairie 1928

Photo courtesy of South Peace Regional Archives - Collection of the Norrie Family

SNAPSHOT studio & photo PERSONALIZED PORTRAITS personal, family, maternity, baby, engagement, wedding, pets & sports.

School & graduation portrait packages available.

Customized packages & proofs ready the next day.

Frames & albums, photo finishing, original artwork, passport photos, candles , unique gifts & film & batteries.

Come & see the new Snapshot!

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be inspired . . .

There is no more significant statement of personal style than your home.

Drop in and see what’s new for spring. You might even catch us lounging on a sofa they’re so darn comfortable, it’s hard not to!

Whatever your space, style and budget, our decorators can help you realize your design vision.

Discover the urban home difference - where comfort is never boring, and great style is wonderfully affordable.

. . . be at home. #1 - 9907 100th Avenue Grande Prairie 780.513.4363 urbanhome@telusplanet.net

. . . beauty central.

the powder room #2 - 9907 100th Avenue Grande Prairie 780.532.4650 thepowderroom@telus.net

DOWNTOWN

GRANDE PRAIRIE

DOWNTOWN VIEW

By Cheryl McKenzie and Helen Rice

E

very community, no matter how large or small has a ‘downtown’. The centre of the town or city, from where all else grows. Grande Prairie is no different even though our boundaries are growing by leaps and bounds. Our Downtown core has become a bustling frenzy of activity. With older buildings revamping and new buildings popping up, it is still the home of shopping, financial and corporate services, not to mention being the centre of recreation and entertainment for the city with the Bowes Crystal Centre as a major facility for numerous events each year.

With all this going on downtown, did you ever stop to wonder who is responsible for making things happen?

You don’t need to look much further than the Downtown Association Chairman, Harold Friesen and Executive Director, Helen Rice who lead a group of dedicated board members.

They take their roles about the Downtown very seriously. Just have a look at what the Board directly oversee.

of selecting the recipients of two of the Downtown’s awards – the ‘Art Ouellette Memorial Award’ and the ‘Downtowner of the Year’ Award.

PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE

They work to attract people from all over the region to the Downtown through events, attractions, promotions and cooperative marketing. Some of the signature events that the Downtown Association is proud to coordinate are the Canada Day and Santa Claus Parades, Halloween Walking Parade and Vegas Night.

This year the Stompin’ Sidewalk Sale will take on a new face with the launch of a new partnership with the Roteract Club, to promote the Duck Race. Downtown Duck Days should be quite the Splash!

STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS

The Committee develops and implements strategic improvements to the core area with input from the City and Transportation Master Plan, development of the Montrose site and overall Downtown Master Plan (for more information refer to Rob Swanston’s article on Walkable Urbanity – page 36).

BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE

They develop, implement and maintain physical improvements to the downtown streetscape.

They also monitor and evaluate parking availability and make recommendations accordingly.

The Beautification Committee is notably responsible for the spectacular array of flower baskets that line the streets and businesses in the summer!

The Downtown Association is working hard to create a successful Downtown experience for everyone who visits, whether you are shopping, doing business or just strolling and enjoying the fresh air. Your input is always appreciated. You can contact the Downtown Association at 538 - 1909.

MEMBER AFFAIRS

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WALKABLE URBANIT Y “IN ORDER TO ATTRACT, YOU HAVE TO BE ATTRACTIVE...”

By Rob Swanston

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n September of 2004 a 50-page document called the Downtown Enhancement Plan was completed and made available to the public by the City of Grande Prairie. As stated in the Plan, “it deals with new policies, guidelines and concepts that pertain to development activity in downtown Grande Prairie and it’s sub areas. The Downtown Enhancement Plan functions as a formal City Council policy document. Its implementation is guided by the City of Grande Prairie yet requires input and cooperation from both the public and private sector.”

I recently spoke with City Alderman Gladys Blackmore and asked her for a few updates pertaining to the Downtown Enhancement Plan.

WHERE IS COUNCIL AT REGARDING THE CONCEPT OF OFF STREET PARKING? There will be underground parking as part of the Library/Gallery development. Some additional parking may be made available on city land recently acquired near the Aberdeen Centre.

The downtown enhancement plan specifically refers to mid-block parking, which will require the purchase of land in the downtown area. Currently there is not much available, but the concept has not been shelved either.

WHERE IS COUNCIL AT REG ARDING THE CONCEPT OF A MULTI-LEVEL PARKADE, ON OR CLOSE TO THE CRYSTAL CENTRE ARENA LANDS? I believe our administration has had some discussion with one of the downtown developers. However, there is no clear agreement as to whether there is enough parking need in the downtown to support a multi-level parkade, and as far as I know this has not progressed beyond discussions.

WHERE IS COUNCIL AT REGARDING THE CONCEPT OF A TRAFFIC COUPLET SYSTEM? This will be coming forward to the newly elected council in the fall during budget deliberations. I expect there will be a request for design funding, followed by construction funding over the three-year budget cycle. The actual route of the couplet may require some adjustment, but is pretty much selected at this point.

WHERE IS COUNCIL AT REGARDING THE TRANSIT CENTRE-HUB CONCEPT? Our Transit Master Plan is currently under study and revision is anticipated. It will be a few months before that is complete. We have taken advantage of the transit grants available through the Federal Government to order more transit buses. Unfortunately these will do little more than replace some of our aging fleet, and of course, buses take time to be delivered.

TO V I E W T H E D OW N TOW N ENHANCEMENT PLAN Visit: www.cityofgp.com Select: City Government Select: Bylaws Scroll down and Select:

Downtown Enhancement

Bylaw and Area

Redevelopment Plan.

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Now that you are aware of the Downtown Enhancement Plan and hopefully have taken a closer look at it, I urge you to download a free-of-charge, virtual globe program called Google Earth.

Upon opening the program an image of the earth appears onto your screen.

You are able to type in any actual place name or address and within seconds are transported to that precise location via satellite imagery. While floating around above Grande Prairie you can really conceptualize the concept of the downtown traffic couplet system, observe where the new Public Library and Art Gallery will be constructed and determine how a central transit hub might look when located in the Aberdeen area. You might also visualize how the off-street parking sites or the above ground parkade(s) could help divert vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the downtown, espe-

cially after the traffic couplet system is in place. The term ‘global neighbourhood’ is definitely relevant when using Google Earth, so find a speedy computer and take a unique virtual tour of downtown Grande Prairie.

However challenging it may be to foster a walkable urbanity, it is key to the revival of any struggling downtown, and can be accomplished by championing a diverse mix of retail boutiques, hotels, grocery stores, housing, offices, artists’ studios, restaurants, entertainment, recreation, culture, public transit, after school programs, anti-crime initiatives, youth development, employment services, widened sidewalks, public green space, on street commerce and dining experiences, etc.

Many of you have experienced the ‘buzz’ that you get when visiting an interesting downtown neighbourhood and it is within the critical mass of these pedestrian-scaled neighborhoods that the idea ‘more is better’ makes sense. Downtown Grande Prairie is making the transformation to become the attractive centre or heart of this region and with a shared vision we can continue to create something that is unique and attractive to us all.

98 St.

100 St.

I came across the term walkable urbanity when reading an article by Christopher B. Leinberger (2005). Leinberger spoke about how when studying human beings for thousands of years, it was found that as a species we have never really enjoyed walking more than 1500 feet before we instinctively seek out alternative forms of transport. 1500 feet would be like walking half way across West Edmonton Mall from end to end, including the parking lot. Leinberger uses the term walkable urbanity to describe an experience that is found in successful traditional downtown settings. When we are in an interesting and safe streetscape with people to watch and a variety of stimulating sights and sounds, our pedestrian experience becomes enjoyable and we unconsciously forget about the 1500 ft rule.

104 Ave.

101 Ave.

JUBILEE GATEWAY

GREENWAY

CIVIC GATEWAY

CITY HALL

WESTERN GATEWAY

PEDESTRIAN STREET

CRYSTAL CENTRE

This page, top to bottom, left to right: Montrose Site Design concept; Downtown beautification; Pedestrian focused downtown; Design elements showing traffic couplet.

Opposite Page: Off-street corner parking concept.

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EASTERN GATEWAY

DIRECTORY DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES A & A New & Used 10119 100 Ave. A1 Quality Signs 10129 97 Ave.

539-1448

Aurora Counselling & Assessment MnFlr 214 Place Box 32

513-6108

Business Development Bank 9835 101 Ave. #102

513-5680 402-7400

532-7381

Avco Financial Services 9845 99 Ave. #9

532-5566

Buster’s Pizza, Donair & Pasta 9917C 97 Ave.

Abbott-Brown Appraisals 9804 100 Ave. #227

513-7451

Avenue Crafts & Gifts 10012 100 Ave.

532-8480

C.I.B.C. (Bank of Commerce) 9933 100 Ave.

538-8300

Aberdeen Centre / Business Centre 9728 Montrose Ave. #204-23

402-2088

Show Girls 10125 100 Ave.

539-4015

C.U.P.E. 10126 97 Ave. #204

538-1669

Access Physiotherapy 10027 101 Ave. #101

831-0123

B.E. Healthy 9728 Montrose Ave. #204-22

882-7755

Calico Cat Curios 9802 102 St.

539-5338

539-4443

Cameron Okolita Inc. 9804 100 Ave. #310

513-6500

513-2008

Canada Life Assurance 11Flr 9909 102 St.

539-7086

Aces & Spades 10029 100 Ave.

539-6905

B.J.’s Q Club & Sports Lounge 10013 97 Ave.

Acropolis Greek Restaurant 10011 101 Ave.

538-4424

Babies’ Best Start 10105 97 Ave.

Advantage Plus Massage 9804 100 Ave. #315

513-7442

Badger Daylighting Grande Prairie Inc. 12Flr 9909 102 St. 539-3666

Canadian Cancer Society 9928 100 Ave.

538-8205

Affordable Elegance 9923 100 Ave.

532-0801

Bar One 9805 100 St.

513-6640

Canadian Diabetes Assoc.

10001 101 Ave. #202

402-2180 831-0335

538-5220

Bargain Hunter Publishing Ltd. 9804 100 Ave. #100

832-3895

Canadian Food Inspection Agency 10135 100 Ave.

After Hours Boutique 10120A 100 Ave.

539-6597

BDO Dunwoody 9805 97 Street #200

539-7075

Canadian Mental Health (Willow Place) 9713 100 Ave. 814-2349

Al’s News 10028 100 Ave.

532-3088

Bead Goes On, The 9931 100 Ave.

538-2243

Canadian Red Cross 9712B 99 Ave.

539-7127

Alberta Boilers Safety Association 10109 97 Ave. #203

538-9922

Beairsto, Lehners & Ketchum Engineering Ltd. 9607 102 St. 532-4919

Canavan Psychological Services 10126 97 Ave. #207

538-0725 882-7296

AFSC (Agriculture Finance) 10320 99 St. #3401 (Prov. Bldg.)

513-0000

Beal, A. (Stefura, Greber, Beal) 10126 97 Ave. #102

513-6883

Carter, Darryl & Co. 10134 97 Ave. #103

Alberta Lands 9924 101 Ave.

532-7311

Bed Shoppe, The 10102 100 Ave.

814-7161

Carter, Lock & Horrigan 9803 101 Ave. #200

532-8350

Alberta Permit Pro. Inc 10006 101 Ave. #204

539-2131

Behaviour Outreach 9728 Montrose Ave. #405-6

532-5246

CarVer Property Mgmt.

10006 101 Ave. #207

539-3414

All The Rage 9924B 100 Ave.

538-9844

Beltone Hearing Aid Service 9835 101 Ave. #104

532-7171

Cash Canada Pawn 10013 100 Ave.

532-9438 532-3013

Alberta Computers 9902 100 Ave.

Allan Crawford Law 9804 100 Ave. #213

513-0062

Beresh, DePoe, & Cunningham 10009 101 Ave. #200

539-9300

Catholic Education Centre 9902 101 St.

Allnorth Consultants Ltd. 9840 97 Ave. #108

538-2070

Better Than Fred’s 9903 101 St.

532-4450

Central Barber Shop 10002 100 Ave.

532-5626

Always Hair 9728 Montrose Ave. #302

513-9797

Big Brothers & Big Sisters 9804 100 Ave. #228

532-0520

Centre 100 Holdings 9924 100 Ave.

532-2110

Amaraegbulam Anozie Prof. Corp.

9805 97 St.

513-9700

Big Country XX Radio 9817 101 Ave. #202

532-0840

Centre for Creative Arts 9904 101 Ave.

814-6080 567-3721

Amigas Mexican Kitchen 10124A 100 Ave.

513-0705

Blondi’s 10018 101 Ave.

513-9637

CEP Union 9728 Montrose Ave. #310-4

Angels, Teddybears and Flowers 10119 100 Ave.

830-3388

Body Balance 9728 Montrose Ave. #401-1

933-0734

Champs/Dukes Country Club 9929 101 Ave.

532-5243

Angela’s Hair Studio 10109A 100 Ave.

513-6202

BP Canada Energy (Amoco) Co. 3Flr. 9909 102 St.

814-7676

Charles Auto Body & Collision 9601 98 St.

814-7535

Anodyne Chiropractic & Sports Therapy 9814 97 St. #105 513-6633

Break Free Ministries 10001 101 Ave. #203

539-4006

City Centre Place 9907 100 Ave.

539-5771

AON Reed Stenhouse 10Flr 9909 102 St.

538-0300

539-7900

Breakers 9734 100 Ave.

532-6431

City of Grande Prairie 10205 98 St.

ARC Resources 5Flr 9909 102 St.

402-3300

Brent McCurdy Appraisals 10104 97 Ave. #202

532-0002

CKERM (Swan City Food Equip.)

9613 100 St.

539-5584

Ashley Learning Resources 10009B 100 Ave.

532-2266

Brenwood Homes Master Builder 10126 97 Ave. #103

538-4121

Clarica (formerly Mutual Grp) 10104 97 Ave. #103

532-2388

Atco Electric Ltd. 9717 97 Ave.

538-7002

Burden Bearers Counselling 10005 97 A St.

539-5225

Claude’s Watch Repair 9924 100 Ave. #203

532-3776

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CNIB 9728 Montrose Ave. #200-2

532-2330

Dr. Martin, R. 9728 Montrose Ave. #402

539-1193

933-9339

Discovery Financial Group 9814 97 St. #103

513-8323

Dr. McGovern (GP Walk-in Clinic) 9814 97 St. #102

539-4770

532-7077

DKF Counselling & Psychological 11Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-9884

Dr. McMurdo, G. (Dental Wellness) 10126 97 Ave. #101

532-5234

402-2111

Dog’s Billiards Sales & Service, The 10015 100 Ave.

538-4997

Dr. Mequanent, T. 9814 97 St. #204

539-3322

532-3710

Dogs Diner & Billiards Club 10015 100 Ave.

538-0661

Dr. Miles 9Flr, 9909 102 St.

539-4545

814-5340

Don’s Dining 9840 97 Ave. #106

513-2888

Dr. Millar, B. 12Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-3022

532-4921

Donna’s Ventures 10027 101 Ave. #101

532-7207

Dr. Murthi 9824 97 Ave. #107

882-7272

Dr. Afridi 9Flr. 9909 102 St.

814-5225

Dr. Noga, A. 9728 Montrose Ave. #402

532-2280

532-9050

Dr. Aylward, D. 10134 97 Ave. #207

882-7797

Dr. Nordstrom, S. 9803 101 Ave. #100

539-3555

Cooperators Square / Business Centre 9804 100 Ave. #233 513-7455

Dr. Bartie 9814 97 St. #102

539-4770

Dr. Odaibo, F. 9840 97 Ave. #107

513-1991

Corporate Express 10134A 100 Ave.

814-8222

Dr. Beekman 9Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-4545

Dr. Park, C. (Smiles-4-U) 10014 99 St. #103

539-6769

814-7639

Dr. Block, E. W. 9728 Montrose Ave. #312

538-0100

Dr. Paterson, C. 10135 101 Ave. #200

532-5511

814-6083

Dr. Bozdech Eye Clinic 9815 97 St. #103

832-9100

Dr. Paterson, M. 12Flr. 9909 102 St.

532-9067

532-7610

Dr. Brown, F. 9925 100 Ave. #201

539-5307

Dr. Piepgrass, W. (Smiles 4 U) 10014 99 St. #103

538-4050

538-0387

Dr. Campbell, G. 12Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-3022

Dr. Pieterse 9Fl 9909 102 St.

814-5225

539-4009

Dr. Cheshire, Brian, Chirptr.

10014 99 St. #102

532-2570

Dr. Pillay, P. 9814 97 St. #205

513-1231

532-2160

Dr. Cheshire, Louise, Chirptr.

10014 99 St. #102

532-2570

Dr. Poznikoff 9845 99 Ave. #35B

532-1387

532-0922

Dr. Delacruz, Christa 9719 98 Ave. #210

882-8957

Dr. Prociuk 9804 100 Ave. #320

539-2225

513-1944

Dr. Delacruz, Mel 9719 98 Ave. #210

882-8956

Dr. Quitral, M. 10309 98 St.

539-7885

538-0778

Dr. Denkema 9Flr 9909 102 St.

539-4545

Dr. Robinson (Kingsway) 9719 98 Ave. #109

882-1915

539-5003

Dr. Dobrovolsky (Kingway) 9719 98 Ave. #109

882-6915

Dr. Sendziak, J. C. 9728 Montrose Ave. #101

539-3305

402-2470

Dr. Ferguson, R. 9845 99 Ave. #35B

532-1387

Dr. Senekal, D. 10104 97 Ave. #201

538-9997

539-7989

Dr. Fletcher, D. 10104 97 Ave. #102

831-1150

Dr. Shalagan, W. R. 10134 97 Ave. #104

539-4321

512-3620

Dr. Guhle 9728 Montrose Ave. #402

831-2998

Dr. Shaw 9 Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-4545

513-5907

Dr. Haman 9728 Montrose Ave. #204-2

882-6888

Dr. St. Germaine 9Flir, 9902 102 St.

539-3303

Davis, Kohlsmith & Kay Chartered Accountants 9919 99 Ave. #102 532-4641

Dr. Handy 10104 97 Ave. #102

831-1150

Dr. Stepanko, W. 10309 98 St.

532-2212

Davis, Trevor, C.A. 9824 97 Ave. #109

814-7474

Dr. Harper, Chirptr 9803 101 Ave. #102

532-1690

Dr. Strehlke, C. 12Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-3303

532-5110

Dr. Hickerty, E. (Smiles-4-U) 10014 99 St. #103

402-2920

Dr. Syrota, H. 9803 101 Ave. #101

532-1380

513-0103

Dr. Higson, D 9719 98 Ave. #212

532-4661

Dr. Torbey, C. 9840 97 Ave. #104

538-4315

539-6061

Dr. Ingraham, Chip 9923 100 Ave. #8

532-3520

Dr. Vankka (Kingsway) 9719 98 Ave. #109

882-6915

539-6760

Dr. Kali, A 9815 97 St.

832-3030

Dr. Vos, E. P. 9814 97 St. #104

532-2332

538-2921

Dr. Welsh, E. L. 10309 98 St.

532-5380 539-4545 539-4330

Colorbox, The 9904 101 Ave. Columbia Health Care 2 Flr. 9909 102 St. Comet Taxi 10009 101 Ave. #207 Common Wealth Credit Union Ltd. 9930 99 Ave. Community Futures 9817 101 Ave. #104 Complete Rehab & Wellness Services 9815 97 St. #101 Computer Guy, The 9931A 100 Ave. Concetto Interior Design 10101 100 Ave.

CRAPE Geomatics 5 Flr., 9909 102 St. Creative Kids Preschool 9904 101 Ave. Crouse’s Cleaners 10007 98 Ave. Crystal Centre 10017 99 Ave. Crystal Garden’s Concession 10017 99 Ave. Curry’s Jewellers 10019 100 Ave. Curves for Women 9725 98 Ave. #107 Cute As A Bug’s Ear 10126 97 Ave. #106 D & S Counselling 9805 97 St. #204 D. R. Sales Woodworking 9807 97 Ave. Daltec Occupational Health Services 9728 Montrose Ave. #300-6 Dancer’s Academy, The 9913 100 Ave. Dansar Massage Therapy 9728 Montrose Ave. #300-4 Dark Flavour Board Shop 10027A 100 Ave.

Dennis Homeniuk Cooperators Ins. 9804 100 Ave. #102 Denny’s Restaurant 9805 100 St. Designs & Signs 9808 100 Ave. Devonshire Administration 3Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-4719

Dickering Donna’s 10122 100 Ave. #2

Diabetes (Regional) Wellness & Prevention Program 10109 97 Ave. #215 513-8197

Dr. Libsekal, K. 12Flr. 9909 102 St.

Dial A Cab 10001 101 Ave. #207

532-1111

Dr. Lung (Kingsway) 9719 98 Ave. #109

882-6915

Dr. Wessels 9Flr. 9909 102 St.

539-5552

Dr. Martin, B. 9728 Montrose Ave. #402

532-2280

Dr. Wynters, John Professional 10309 98 St.

Diamond City Jewellers 9845 99 Ave. #26

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538-0111

Printer

Dundee Private Investigators Mn. Flr, 214 Place

833-1000

Field, Field, & Field 9835 101 Ave. #100

532-3690

Dynamic Massage Therapy & Reflexology 9728 Montrose Ave. #310-3 831-5536

Fletcher, Mudryk, & Co. 9835 101 Ave. #400

539-4110

Dynamic Therapeutics 10009 101 Ave. #201

538-2829

Floral Expressions 10012 99 Ave. #102

539-0150 513-1933

Eagle Built Homes 9840 97 Ave. #105

532-6887

Forbes & Friends 9918A 100 Ave.

Eagle Taxi 10009 101 Ave. #208

532-1212

Formula Powell Ltd. 6Flr. 9909 102 St.

814-6045

Earl’s Restaurant 9825 100 St.

538-3275

Four (4) Word Inc. 10134 100 Ave.

513-4386

Edward Jones Investments 10006 101 Ave. #105

539-5034

Four Winds 11Flr. 9909 102 St.

538-3977 532-4942

Eminence Spa & Solarium 10007 102 St.

538-4486

Fragz Inc. 9916A 100 Ave.

Englander Home & Office Furniture 9917 100 Ave.

532-5115

Frieson Computers 9728 Montrose Ave. #304

814-2761

ES Williams & Assoc. Inc. 6Flr 9909 102 St.

539-4544

Fuller, John K. Prof. Corp.

9835 101 Ave. #302

532-3372

Eternity Fine Jewellry & Heirlooms 9918 100 Ave.

532-8427

Futures Employment Services 10135 101 Ave. #202

532-5763 831-1565

Evancic, Perrault, Robertson 10006 101 Ave. #215

539-3400

G.E. Capital Solutions Mn. Flr. 214 Place

Exelby & Partners Ltd. 9804 100 Ave. #230

513-6100

G.P. Fire Extinguisher 9835 97 Ave.

539-1424

Exit Realty 10104 97 Ave. #101

532-3388

G.P. Hair Academy Ltd., 10131 97 Ave.

513-3600

Fairy Tales Career & Bridal Wear 9906 100 Ave.

532-4515

G.P. Home Builders Assoc.

12Flr, 9909 102 St.

538-4494

Farmers Market Assoc.

10032 101 Ave.

814-8224

G.P. Promotional Products Ltd. 10109A 100 Ave.

538-1306

Fas Gas Prairie Service 9702 100 St.

532-1450

G.P. Shorinryu Karate Club 10130 101 Ave.

538-4327

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G.P. Special Olympics 9728 Montrose Ave. #206 G.P. Taekwando School 10008 100 Ave.

513-2609

Grandview Country Store 10002 100 Ave.

513-2033

Jeffrey’s Centre Cafe 9904 101 Ave. #104

539-3131 539-3055

539-7974

Great West Life 10134 97 Ave. #203

532-2818

Joyspring Accounting 9925 100 Ave. #201

G.P. Voice for Life 9615 100 St.

538-3344

Greber, A. (Stefura,Greber,Beal) 10126 97 Ave. #102

513-6883

Junction Point Physical Therapy 9719 98 Ave. #209

832-2804

Garth Muench Financial Services 10134 97 Ave. #203

538-2554

Grief, Loss & Growth Services 9856 97 Ave. #101

538-2155

Kakwa Insurance Assoc.

10118 101 Ave. #108

814-6962

Generations Insurance (Figel) 9919 99 Ave. #101

532-2846

Gudrun Penselin, Reflexologist 9804 100 Ave. #222

532-2464

Kaldon Construction Ltd. 9835 101 Ave.

538-2640

402-7773

Hair Associates 9904 100 Ave.

539-0420

Kay, McVey, Smith & Carlstrom 9835 101 Ave. #600

532-7771

Golden Age Centre 10222 101 Ave.

532-5818

Hair Dreams 2001 9856 97 Ave. #105

832-0580

Keddy’s Kustom Kurtains 9927B 100 Ave.

539-4865

Golden Cabs G.P. Ltd. 10001 101 Ave. #205

539-9949

Haircraft 10126 97 Ave. #107

532-5010

Kingsway Oral Surgery 9719 98 Ave. #109

882-6915

Golden Star Restaurant 10112 101 Ave.

532-7546

Hammerhead Bar & Grill 9898 99 St.

513-5450

L.B.’s Hair Styling 9722 100 Ave.

532-2345

402-6348

Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & Nunavit 9928 100 Ave. #102 513-0439

La Diva Hair Salon 9731 100 Ave.

538-9848

Gordon Graydon, MLA-GP Wapiti Constituency 9814 97 St. #101 538-1800

Heavenly Bodies Esthetics 9814 97 St. #203

830-1451

Lasting Results Electrolysis 9904 100 Ave.

402-3200

Grande Prairie & District Co-op 9831 100 Ave.

Hebner Financial 9840 97 Ave. #104

532-9652

Laurie Fisher Counselling 9804 100 Ave. #203

539-4141

Grande Prairie Acupuncture Clinic (Dr. Su) 10126 97 Ave. #105 832-0188

Hi Tech Business Systems 10115 100 Ave.

538-4128

Lawrence Counselling 9805 97 St. #204

538-0778

Grande Prairie Animal Hospital 10126 100 Ave.

Hidden Pleasures 9920 100 Ave.

833-8490

LetterBox Express 10001 101 Ave. #101

538-1688

Highland Park Automotive 9827 97 Ave.

532-7811

Lewis & Chrenek 9824 97 Ave. #106

539-6800

538-1133

Linfield Nails Etc. 9804 100 Ave. #312

513-7377

Horizon Adjusters Ltd. 9814 97 St. #207

402-8383

Liquidation World 10115 99 Ave.

532-1900

Hot Bodz Tanning Studio 9725 98 Ave. #104

814-7517

Liquor For Less 10001 97 Ave.

532-8080

Housemaster Home Inspection 9804 100 Ave. #210

538-3301

Little Caesars Pizza 9725 98 Ave. #101

532-5505

539-0690

Littleton’s Massage Therapy 9919 99 Ave.

532-7078

Humanacare (Jim Francis) 9805 97 St. #204

538-0778

Living Christ Youth Mission 9932 100 Ave.

513-8725

Husky Energy 9805 97 St. #104

513-5610

Look Hair Design, The 10002 100 St. #201

539-7888

IKON Office Solutions 9815 101 Ave.

539-7100

Lorenz & Currie 11Flr. 9909 102 St.

532-1300

532-6353

Lounor Focus Point 9804 100 Ave. #215

513-7439

Immigrant Settlement Services 9924 100 Ave. #202

538-4363

M. J. Psychological Services 9804 100 Ave. #318

532-1261

Imperial Garden Resturant 10018 100 Ave.

538-1611

M.C.S. Consulting 10118 101 Ave. #124

539-3869

Independent Living Services 10006 101 Ave. #205

539-0433

Mah’s Family Restaurant 9845 99 Ave. #25

532-3715

532-1995

Manulife Financial Corp.

9910 101 St.

532-4400

InfoTech Solution Providers Inc. 10118 101 Ave.

513-8324

Marlin Travel 10021 100 Ave.

539-3122

Insta Loans (The Mortgage Co) 9840 97 Ave. #102

538-4888

Martin-Weiss Graphics 10001 101 Ave. #102

539-9191

538-3904

Mary Jo Mather, Rattenbury 9804 100 Ave. #219

538-4464 831-5479

GG’s Studio 10135 101 Ave. #103

Goodwill Industries of AB - Store 9845 99 Ave.

539-6111

532-4638

Grande Prairie Catholic School District #28 9902 101 St. 532-3013 Grande Prairie Curling Club 10127 99 Ave. Grande Prairie Denture Clinic 10017 101 Ave. Grande Prairie Friendship Centre 10105 97 Ave.

532-7221 532-8141 532-5722

Grande Prairie Laser & Skin Care 9725 98 Ave. #102 Grande Prairie Live Theatre 10130 98 Ave. Grande Prairie Lock Co. Ltd. 9909 97 Ave. Grande Prairie Museum Box 687 Grande Prairie Mediation 9805 97 St. #204 Grande Prairie Music 9826 100 Ave. Grande Prairie Pet Store 9807 99 Ave. Grande Prairie Place Ent. (214 Place) 11 Flr 9909 102 St. Grande Prairie Public Library 9910 99 Ave.

538-1616 539-5625 532-5482 538-0778 532-8160 532-8027 539-4015 532-3580

Grande Prairie Public School District #2357 10213 99 St. 532-4491 Grande Prairie Real Estate Board 10106 102 St.

532-4508

Homesteader Health Downtown 10012 99 Ave. #104

Howey Law Office 9905 101 Ave. #201

imageDESIGN 10017A 100 Ave.

Indigo Galeria 9804 102 St.

Grande Prairie Storm Hockey Team 10017 99 Ave.

538-4919

Grande Prairie Therapeutic Massage 10027B 100 Ave.

532-9106

Ivanhoe 10134 97 Ave., #106

539-4770

Jan Cinema 9820 100 Ave. (Box 679)

532-8009

Massage Shop, The 10135 101 Ave. #203

Grande Prairie Boxing Association 9814 100 Ave.

830-3440

JD Nelson Radiator Co. Ltd. 10021 97 Ave.

532-2810

Mayfair Personnel/Business College 9804 100 Ave. #305

539-5090

Grandpa Lyle’s Pizza 10004a 100 Ave.

882-7777

Jeffrey’s Cafe 10136 101 Ave.

513-8554

McLeod, Graham Realty 10011 102 St.

532-4694

Grande Prairie Walk-in Clinic 9814 97 St. #102

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Medico Mobile Occupational Health & Safety Services 9728 Montrose Ave. #401-4 532-9933

Mudryk, Garry, C.A. 11Flr, 9909 102 St.

830-3282

Northern Sound Hearing Clinic 9824 97 Ave. #105

Mel Knight, GP Smokey Constituecy 9804 100 Ave. #105

539-4002

513-1233

Multicultural Association 9924 100 Ave. #204

532-8270

NOW Dance Studio 10104 101 Ave. #301

513-8207

Menzies Printers 9917A 97 Ave.

532-8730

Muscle Clinic Massage Therapy 9804 100 Ave. #320

832-7144

O & G Medical Associates 9815 97 St.

538-2190

Metis Local #1990 10104 101 Ave. #101

538-9305

Nail Studio, The 9804 100 Ave. #206

518-4600

Oasis, The 10126 101 Ave.

539-6179

532-9359

Office Handlers 90 Inc. 10104 101 Ave. #302

538-2500

513-6333

Oh My Goodness 9804 100 Ave. #103

513-3832

Metis Nation of AB Labour Market Dev. 10011 102 St. 539-5477

Native Counselling Services 10104 101 Ave. #201

Meyers, Norris, Penny & Co. 7Flr. 9909 102 St.

831-1700

Natural Solutions 9728 Montrose Ave. #204-21

Midwest Furniture Rentals 10012 100 Ave.

532-4940

Neil & Associates Ins. & Investment Advisors 10134 97 Ave. #204 539-5943

Orr & Weston Consulting 10118 101 Ave. #120

539-5924

532-2550

Nesbitt Burns Inc. 9835 101 Ave. #300

831-1100

P.A.C.E. 10118 101 Ave. #202

539-6692

538-0609

New Faces 9728 Montrose Ave. #204-14

402-6672

Panago Pizza 9802 97 Ave. #103

310-0001

830-0533

New North Ventures 10118 101 Ave. #123

402-2778

Paradise Spa 10135 101 Ave.

513-8393

538-9950

Night Alert Security 9804 100 Ave. #304

538-1411

Paramount Resources 9824 97 Ave. #102

882-6635

513-2121

Parkland Respiratory MnFlr. 9909 102 St.

532-0880

Milano for Men 10030 100 Ave. Mizzaro Psychological Services 9856 97 Ave. #101 Mobile Industrial Health Services 10126 97 Ave. #205 Mood Mender 10024A 100 Ave. Morris Financial Group 9802 97 Ave. #102

532-4400

No Need to Knock 10026B 100 Ave.

Morrow Environment 9804 100 Ave. #107

933-0670

North Shore Environmental Consultants 9840 97 Ave. #101 830-2198

Peace Building Administration 10104 101 Ave. #304

Mortgage Centre, The 9719 98 Ave. #110

532-4065

North West Co., The 10031 100 Ave.

532-3100

Peace Country Health Corp. (Admin) 10320 99 St. #2101

538-5387

513-3140

Northern Athletic Wear 9856 97 Ave. #107

538-4521

Peace Country Health Home Care 10121 97 Ave.

532-4447

513-6611

Northern Bottling Ltd. 10014 102 St.

532-4222

Peace Country Health Lab 9805 97 St. #102

830-2820

539-7037

Northern Lights Academy of Cosmetology 10009 100 Ave. #211 402-8887

Mortgage Company, The (Insta Loan) 9840 97 Ave. #102 Mortgage Intelligence 9804 100 Ave. #108 Mrs. B’s Drapery 10025 100 Ave.

Peace Country Health Public Health Centre 10320 99 St. 1st Flr. 513-7500

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Peace Country Health Speech & Language 10121 97 Ave. 513-8126

Pomeroy Appraisals Ltd. 10009 101 Ave. #204

Peace County Mental Health 10014 99 St. #600

532-1200

Quality Vacuum 9615 100 St.

532-8900 882-2350

539-5160

Popek Engineering Ltd. 10101 100 Ave.

532-4257

Quizno’s Sub 10001 97 Ave. #102

Peace Diagnostic Imaging 9815 97 St. #108

532-5648

Portfolio Strategies Corp.

9728 Montrose Ave. #204-8

513-4143

Rabbit Hole, The 10020 100 Ave.

539-7999

Peppermint Twist MnFlr 9909 102 St.

539-0553

Powder Room, The 9907 100 Ave., #2

532-4650

Ramona Pizza 10120 100 Ave.

532-1534

532-8804

Powell, Craig, C.A. 10015 102 St.

532-0468

RBC Dominion Securities 9856 97 Ave. #106

538-6593

532-7717

PR Personnel 9905 101 Ave. #201

532-6949

Ready Set Dance 9913 100 Ave.

513-2623

Persons with Developmental Disabilities 9815 97 St. #203 538-5115

Prairie Art Gallery 10209 99 St.

532-8111

Rehoboth Christian Ministries 9804 100 Ave. #314

532-5611

Phil Silvester, BPE 9904 100 Ave.

538-2829

Prairie Cash 10118b 100 Ave.

513-0150

ReJuve Spa 9731 100 Ave.

513-1511

513-5300

Prairie Massage Institute 10118 101 Ave.

402-8634

Resources Road Shell 9720 97 Ave.

532-4916

538-0003

Prairie Medical Clinic 10309 98 St.

539-4010

Retro Relics 10118A 100 Ave.

832-0110

539-4091

PrimeWest Energy Inc. 3Flr, 9909 102 St.

538-3880

Richmond Dental 9722 100 Ave.

538-9336

933-7465

Professional Accounting Mgmt Service 9804 100 Ave. #306 513-7459

Richmond Dry Cleaners 10006 101 Ave. #103

532-3232

532-5532

Professional Travel / Travel Savers 9804 100 Ave. #202

832-0282

Rick’s Place MnFlr 9909 102 St.

539-3454

532-7214

Progressive Land Development MnFlr 9909 102 St.

814-6804

Right of Way Construction 9728 Montrose Ave. #310-1

539-1314

831-7373

PUCCI 10026A 100 Ave.

532-0992

RMJ Equity Group MnFlr 9909 102 St.

532-0820

814-6887

Pure Home Design 10024B 100 Ave.

513-4433

Rock 97.7 Radio 9835 101 Ave. #200

539-9700

538-8290

Pure Photography 9904 101 Ave.

832-8626

Roots 9907 100 Ave. #3

539-3767

Perkins Co-operators Insurance 9856 97 Ave. #104 Perry Securities 10135 101 Ave.

Phoenix Group 4Flr. 9909 102 St. PhoneCo. Inc. 10127 97 Ave. Picture Perfect 9934 100 Ave. Pink Polish - Nails by Heidi MnFlr 9909 102 St. Pink Rain Hair Lounge 9907 100 Ave. #6 Pita Pit 10001 97 Ave. #103 Pizza 73 10012 99 Ave. #101 Platinum Insurance Inc. 9805 97 St. #103 Pollick, Robert Prof. Corp.

10006 101 Ave. #200

GG’s Studio Full Service Salon

Unisex Hair Cuts Colours Extra Special Treats Perms Styling Manicures Pedicures Paraffin Dips Waxing

Serving Downtown for over

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402-7773

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Rose’s Cafe 10012 101 St. Roxberry Salon (formerly In Hair) 10006 101 Ave.

532-6280

Shawnelle Day Spa 10135 101 Ave. #201

513-8393

Sportswear Plus / Alberta Trophy 9912 100 Ave.

538-2588 532-1012

539-4277

She Mann’s Styling 9845 99 Ave. #17

538-2333

St. John Ambulance 10117 101 Ave. #203

Royal Bank of Canada 9815 98 St.

538-6500

Shelkor Mortgage Inc. 9728 Montrose Ave. #311

539-5380

St. Paul’s United Church 10206 100 Ave.

532-2415

Royal Canadian Legion 9912 101 Ave.

532-3110

Shepherd’s Fold 9925 100 Ave.

532-3835

Staindent Dental Lab 9814 97 St. #201

532-2129

Royal LePage - The Realty Group 9917B 97 Ave.

539-5771

Shippers Supply Inc. Mn. Flr. 214 Place

830-3260

Statixs 10134 97 Ave. #105

513-9696

539-3366

Shoppers Drug Mart 9728 Montrose Ave. #100

538-3553

Stefura, W. (Stefura, Greber, Beal) 10126 97 Ave. #102

513-6883

RTD Quality Services Inc. 9856 97 Ave. #102

814-7227

Shubert Building 10024B 100 Ave.

513-4433

Street & Strip Performance Centre 10029 97 Ave.

538-2886

Saddle Hills Steaming Ltd. 10104 101 Ave. #302

532-5501

Sihra, Jasmine Law Office 9905 101 Ave. #201

539-0690

Street Tax 10006 101 Ave. #102

532-6202

Salvation Army Office 9615 102 St

532-1969

Skelly’s Web 10006A 100 Ave.

830-3808

Studio 97 10102 101 St.

538-4414

532-4571

Sleep Medix. Inc. 9804 100 Ave. #211

945-0271

Studio for Ceramic Art, The 10006B 100 Ave.

539-5905

Sandman Hotel 9805 100 St.

513-5555

Snapshot Studio & Photo 9924 100 Ave.

532-5051

Styles & Smiles Hair Design 9927A 100 Ave.

539-3898

Scheunhage, H. & Assoc. Ltd. 9856 97 Ave. #103

532-6035

Snippers Haircare & Barber 10134 100 Ave.

539-7270

Subway Administration 9840 97 Ave. #103

538-4846

Scotia MacLeod 9834 100 Ave. #201

513-3505

Sobeys 9804 100 Ave. #217

513-3717

Subway - Downtown 10012 99 Ave. #105

538-4644

532-9250

Sole Addiction 9907 100 Ave. #4

830-0442

Suddenly Slender 9740 100 Ave.

814-8111 539-6680

Royal / Yellow Cabs / Swan Cabs 9819 97 Ave.

Salvation Army Store 10132 100 Ave.

Scotiabank 9834 100 Ave. Seacor Environmental 12Frl, 9909 102 St.

513-6819

Sound Waves 10134 97 Ave. #101

538-2744

Suicide Prevention 10118 101 Ave. #201

Senior Citizens Outreach 9905 101 Ave. #102

539-6255

Source Adult Video 10022 100 Ave.

539-9098

Suncor Inc. Resources Ltd. 10109 97 Ave. #205

Seven Eleven 9707 100 St.

513-0711

Speedy Cash Payday Advances 10012 99 Ave. #103

402-6542

Swan City Auction 9613 98 St.

532-4352

Great Northern ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE Show & Sale April 28 & 29 Friday, Noon – 9 pm Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm

D-Company Armouries 90 Avenue & 100 Street Grande Prairie, AB E-mail: GNACS@telus.net Phone: 539-5208 or 539-5338

Calico Cat Curios

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ANTIQUES COLLECTIBLES Antiques and Collectibles from every era.

Hours vary with seasons or call for an appointment

9802 102 Street One block west of Crystal Centre Phone: 539-5338 or 539-5208 E-mail: calcocat@telus.net

Sweet & Savory Catering 9804 100 Ave. #103 T-Shirts To Go 10124 101 Ave.

814-5580

Unique Gallery 9929 100 Ave.

538-2771

Wendy’s Administration 9815 97 St. #205

532-9990

Wendy’s Restaurant 10007 99 Ave.

538-3828 562-6470

539-5600

United Way of Grande Prairie & Region 10006 101 Ave. #216 532-1105

Talisman Energy Inc. 9705 97 St.

402-2220

Urban Home 9907 100 Ave. #3

513-4363

Westcan Feed & Grain 9Flr. 9909 102 St.

Taoist Tai Chi Society 10017 101 Ave. #202

539-6446

V The Vacation Store 10031 100 Ave.

538-2665

Western Cree Tribal Council 9802 97 Ave. #104

532-3009

Telus 10103 99 Ave.

538-8805

Vak Shak 9916 100 Ave.

538-2002

Wide Choice Books 9922 100 Ave.

539-5622

532-3237

Valhalla Pure Outfitters 9907 100 Ave. #7

513-7460 833-5555

Therapoint Massage 10118 101 Ave. #110 Tim Horton’s Administration 10104 101 Ave. #102

539-0336

Wika Altemp 9804 100 Ave. #204

Vanishings Laser Esthetics 9719 98 Ave. #111

539-7377

Williams Schoepp Realty Inc. MnFlr, 9909 102 St.

Toner One Inc. 9908A 100 Ave.

539-9656

Vic’s Pharmacy Service 9831 100 Ave.

532-2652

Willsey, Davis & Co. Chartered Accts.

9824 97 Ave. #109

814-7474

Towne Centre Furniture 9845 99 Ave. #36

538-3000

Victory Church on the Rock 10001 101 Ave.

532-2350

WilPark Inc. 10104 101 Ave. #304

539-9973

539-3349

Windsor Court Holdings Ltd. 9835 101 Ave. #503

532-1445

Towne Centre Liquor Store 9845 99 Ave. #39

538-9911

Vision Health Services 9728 Montrose Ave. # 204

Towne-Centre Mall Admin.

10109 97 Ave. #207

538-2928

Vital Aire 9728 Montrose Ave. #204-17

Wireworks 10018 101 Ave.

513-6476

Trend Home Improvements 10029 97 Ave.

538-4888

VON Canada 9728 Montrose Ave. # 204-5

Wolf Tree Contracting Ltd. 9728 Montrose Ave. #204-19

513-5139

Trinity Massage Therapeutics 9904 101 Ave. #203

832-1012

Vonntina’s Hair Salon 10001 101 Ave. #206

539-9033

Wonderland Toy and Hobby 10032 100 Ave.

532-1963 830-0725

Turbo Delivery & Hot Shot Mn. Flr. 214 Place

832-5987

Walisser Shavers LLP 10027 101 Ave. #202

532-0315

Woosabi Fusion Grill & Bar 9805 97 St.

Trophy Gallery, The 10017B 100 Ave.

538-1355

Wapiti Community Dorm 10057 98 St.

513-4043

York Hotel/The Beer Box 10012 101 St.

532-1511

TurCon Construction Group 9823 97 Ave.

532-5533

Watch Me Grow Family Child Care 10006 101 Ave. #101A

814-7050

Youth Connections 9845 99 Ave. #6

532-0156

539-9683

Wawanesa 10134 97 Ave. #102

539-9794

UFA

9Flr 9909 102 St.

Al’s News

Suppliers of fine cigars, pipe tobaccos, pipes, lighters, cutters and other smoking accessories

COHIBA MONTI CRISTO ASTON PETERSON PIPE BRIGHAM

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THE OLDEST BUILDING S T I L L S TA N D I N G

By Mary Nutting, South Peace Regional Archives

T

he oldest building in Grande Prairie is, I believe, Al’s News on Richmond Avenue. I thought it would be fun to piece together a history of the building and give some tips to anyone interested in researching the history of their own business.

Al’s News was originally The Selkirk Trading Co., built in 1913

by William Caldwell, a wealthy young Irishman and his partner John McAuley, an experienced fur buyer. The new building, noted to be “one of the best on the prairie,” was an attractive two-storey building, lit with the most modern gasoline Pitner Lighting system.

Although Caldwell and McAuley would retain ownership of the building for many years, the business itself changed hands several times. In 1918, it was sold to Owens & Johnson and eventually re-named Owens Store. A “Clearance Sale” in January 1923 advertised items such as 100 lbs. of sugar for $10.50, and 2 plugs of Big Ben Tobacco for 25 cents.

The store was closed for good later that year.

This is where the trail runs cold. Photographs of the 1930s show the building with no name on the sign. According to Mr. James Goldsack, the original owner of Al’s News, it was a bakery at one time. Perhaps this was Watt’s Bakery, advertising ‘Bread… the food of Pioneers’ in the 1934 newspaper.

In 1940 J.J. Lamb, Plumber and Tinsmith, opened a plumbing shop in the building. This fit in with Mr. Goldsack’s story: “When we renovated there were three or four floors all built on top of

one another, and when we took those out, we found pipe cuttings underneath the floors.” Lamb was finally able to purchase the building in 1944, after McAuley’s death.

In 1957, Mr. Lamb sold to Ludbrooks who ran it as the ‘Spice of Variety’ Store where you could find yarns, embroidery patterns, doilies and all the little extras for decorating your home. They, in turn, sold to James Goldsack, the owner of Al’s News.

Over the years the building has been renovated many times: a false front; an enlarged upstairs window between the two original windows; a side entry to the upstairs apartment; and extensive renovations to the interior.

To research this history of Al’s News I used the tax records at City Hall, digitized Grande Prairie Herald newspapers on the web, photographs and reference files at the Museum and Archives, old telephone books, a 1952 Insurance map, the Henderson Directories and two sources written by Isabel Campbell: the newspaper reference files at the Library and her book Grande Prairie: Capitol of the Peace. I also interviewed the present owner.

It is possible to know the history of your building. It just takes a little time and research.

Top: Circa 1920 street scene of Richmond Avenue, from the Beth Sheehan collection at South Peace Regional Archives.

Bottom: 1916 Street scene of Grande Prairie, showing Selkirk Trading Co. from South Peace Regional Archives.

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10032 100 Ave 532-1963

On Sale NOW! Saturday, May 12 - 2:00 PM Canada Games Arena

Tickets at the Crystal Centre Box Office Charge by phone (780) 538-0387

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