The City of Grande Prairie is a founding member of South Peace Regional Archives. The townsite was founded by the Argonaut Company in 1910, incorporated in 1914, became a town in 1919, and a city in 1958. To view a more detailed history, please click here.

Please use the links below to access descriptions of their records:

Town of Grande Prairie

City of Grande Prairie

        City Council sous-fonds

        Financial Services sous-fonds

The Grande Prairie Branch of the Alberta Genealogical Society has recently transcribed some early tax records from the town. Please use the links below to access the locations of residences and businesses. The roll is in alphabetical order and is word-searchable. 

1920 Assessment and Tax Roll

1921 Assessment and Tax Roll

Land descriptions are by lot, block, and plan. To convert to street address, refer to the Property and Tax Enquiry Service on City of Grande Prairie webpage. Choose "Basic Property Information", Legal Description.