Grande Prairie Friendship Centre

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day | October 10

Mental health matters, and so does every person in our community.

Today is a reminder to check in on one another, lead with kindness, listen without judgment, and take time to care for ourselves.

The Grande Prairie Friendship Centre supports mental wellness through culturally relevant programs and services that promote connection, healing, belonging, and community support. These programs provide opportunities to access guidance, build relationships, celebrate culture, and strengthen overall well-being.

Sometimes, the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference. A conversation, a kind word, or simply being there for someone can mean more than we know.

Together, we can continue building a community where everyone feels seen, heard, valued, and connected.

Visit www.gpfriendship.org to learn more about all our programs and services.

10/09/2026

Friendship Friday: A Little Thanks, A Lot of Heart!

Today, we extend a heartfelt thank you to Len Auger for his 12 years of service on the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre Board of Directors.

Through his leadership, volunteer work, and contributions as an Elder, Len has generously shared his time, knowledge, and care with the Centre.

Thank you, Len, for your years of commitment and the lasting difference you have made. While your role on the Board has come to a close, you remain a valued part of our Friendship Centre family.

10/07/2026

Celebrate 50 Years with Sawmill & Support GPFC!

Sawmill is celebrating an incredible 50 years in business by giving back to local organizations making a difference in our community — and you can help support the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre!

Tickets are $99 each
When purchasing your ticket, simply select Grande Prairie Friendship Centre as your non-profit organization of choice.

100% of your $99 ticket price will be donated directly to the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre!

It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate a local business milestone while giving back and helping us continue to provide programs, services and opportunities for our community.

Thank you to Sawmill for celebrating 50 years by supporting organizations throughout our community, and thank you to everyone who chooses GPFC! Scan the QR code below for more details and tickets.

https://sawmill.ca/event/50thanniversarygp/

10/04/2026

Today, our community came together to walk, remember, honour and raise our voices for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit+ people.

We gathered in remembrance of those who are missing, those whose lives were taken too soon, and the families and loved ones who continue to carry them in their hearts.

A special thank you to the NWP On-Campus Friendship Centre Circle of Indigenous Students for helping with today’s gathering. We are so grateful for your time on this important day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today, walked alongside us, and helped keep their memories alive.

10/02/2026

10/02/2026

Friendship Friday: A Little Thanks, A Lot of Heart!

A heartfelt thank you to Rotary Club of Grande Prairie for the community grant that helped us renovate our Elders’ cabin!

The cabin looks amazing and provides a warm, welcoming space for Elders to gather, share teachings and stories, and connect with our community. This transformation would not have been possible without Rotary’s generosity. Thank you for helping the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre create a meaningful space where culture, connection, and community can flourish.

10/02/2026

Wow, did our community show up!

Thank you to everyone who joined our Orange Shirt Day 5 km Walk/Run. Seeing so many people come together in orange to honour residential school Survivors, remember the children who never came home, and stand with their families and communities was truly moving.

We are grateful to everyone who walked, ran, volunteered, and helped make this gathering possible. And a great big thank you to our sponsors Trojan Safety, MNP, Liberty Energy and Co-op Horizon.

Please enjoy these photos and feel free to share your own in the comments!

10/01/2026

Turn your bottles into community support!

The Grande Prairie Friendship Centre has a donation code at the bottle depot: AB125. When dropping off your bottles, use our code to donate your refund. All October donations will go towards Sisters in Spirit initiatives.

There’s so much happening at GPFC! Become a member and stay up to date with our exciting programs, upcoming events, and community news through our monthly newsletter. Membership is free! https://www.gpfriendshipcentre.org/membership

09/30/2026

Across all of our programs, the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre wears orange to honour residential school survivors, remember the children who never came home, and stand with their families and communities.

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reaffirm our commitment to listening and learning and taking meaningful action today and every day.

We remember. We honor. We learn. We walk together.

Every Child Matters.