City of Grande Prairie - Crime Prevention Department

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Main Contact: crimeprevention@cityofgp.com
Tel: (780) 357-8719
Address: 9910 99 Avenue, Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 0R5

About

Since 2004, Grande Prairie Crime Prevention inspires individuals and communities to recognize, address and reduce crime. We have a variety of programs and initiatives to create a stronger, safer, healthier community.

We build stronger, safer neighbourhoods by:

  • Encouraging neighbour to neighbour communication
  • Encouraging ownership and responsibility for making changes
  • Raising awareness of issues in the community
  • Facilitating the implementation of community-driven solutions

Region

Alberta North.

Program Description

The Cultural Integration Academy, an initiative of the Crime Prevention Department of the City of Grand Prairie, aims to provide immigrants with the education and mentorship they need to integrate into the community.

Programs Include:

  • Education on the Canadian System
  • Family mentorship
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Referral to other community agencies

Areas of Focus

  • Peer Mentoring
  • Informal

Ages of Mentees

  • 0-24

Special Populations

  • Girls/Women
  • Boys/Men
  • Immigrant youth and families
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