Chris Warkentin - MP for Grande Prairie

Hope Lives 2018
2018-03-17
I am thankful to be part of such a generous and caring community. Michelle and I were please to join over 550 supporters last Saturday to hear the stories of those who’s lives have been impacted by the work of Rising Above.
Thank you to everyone who contributed so that Rising Above can continue their great work!

Farm Family Banquet
2018-03-09
Tonight Michelle and I were pleased to congratulate the Slette Family of the La Glacé Hereford Farm on being named the County of Grande Prairie’s 2018 Farm Family. The Slette Family has farmed in the County since 1914 and we wish them continued success in the decades to come! We are thankful for their continued service and contributions to our region.

Big Hearts for Big Kids
2018-02-24
Big Hearts for Big Kids was a fantastic success last night. Thank you to everyone who gave generously to raise over $240,000 in support of Sunrise House. Thank you to Tenille Townes for your leadership in giving back to our community in such a huge way!

9th Annual Growing The North Conference
2018-02-22
The 9th Annual Growing The North Conference was another success!A wide range of professionals from various sectors will spoke sharing their knowledgeable insight into a variety of industries that are vital to our area.

Taste Of The Peace
2018-02-21
It was a great evening enjoying locally produced food and fun!

PRBI Family Day Community Carnival
2018-02-19
My family and I enjoyed our time together at the Family Day Community Carnival at PRBI in Sexsmith!

Literacy Week at Isabel Campbell Public School
2018-01-22
It’s Literacy Week here in Grande Prairie!
Thanks to Isabel Campbell Public School students and teachers for letting me give a rendition of “Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus” by Mo Willems.

Bezanson School Bulldog Pen
2018-01-18
I was pleased to participate as a judge in the very first Bezanson School Bulldog Pen. The event was for grade 8 & 9 students. 14 students gave demonstrations and slideshow presentations describing their product and their business plan. We as judges asked questions and provided constructive advice to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit in each of them!

Sexsmith Fall Supper
2017-10-23
Michelle and I had a great evening at the Fall Supper in Sexsmith with great friends and neighbours last night. Thanks to the Clairmont Church for hosting a fantastic evening!

County of Northern Lights Small Business Awards & Recognition
2017-10-13
I was pleased to be in Manning to pay tribute to local business owners and employees from the community at the County of Northern Lights Business Award & Recognition evening. Thank you to everyone who made the evening such a success!

FCSS 50th Anniversary in the Region
2017-10-12
I was honoured to join friends and neighbours at the 50th anniversary of Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) in our region. Thank you to everyone who works or volunteers in a local FCSS office, your service helps build a stronger and healthier community!

Dunvegan Gardens Fall Pumpkin Festival
2017-10-07
This was one tough job! 28 delicious pies and we had to pick the best ones. Had a great time with Kyler at Dunvegan Gardens fall Pumpkin Festival today!

Afghanistan War Memorial Unveiling
2017-10-07
I was honoured to take part in the unveiling of the Afghanistan War Memorial in Grande Prairie today. Thank you to everyone who contributed to make this memorial possible. Lest we forget!

Chepi Sepe Days Spirit River
2017-08-12
Our family had a great day in Spirit River. It was great to connect with so many local folks. Thanks to all the volunteers and organizers who worked so hard to make this year’s Chepi Sepe Days a great success!

South Peace Centennial Museum 50th Anniversary
2017-07-21
It was great to join friends and neighbours this morning to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the South Peace Centennial Museum in Beaverlodge. Thanks to all the committed volunteers from the past and present that have built this amazing tribute to our pioneering past.

Beaverlodge Research Farm Centennial Celebration
2017-07-14
I was honoured to be a part of the Centennial celebration of the Beaverlodge Research farm! Over the past 100 years they have contributed positively in countless ways to the agriculture community locally, nationally and globally. Congratulations!

Canada 150 Celebration
2017-07-01
It was great to see so many folks out in Grande Prairie celebrating our country and all it represents! We have much to be grateful for as we look back and much to anticipate as we look forward.

Sexsmith's Chautauqua Day 2017
2017-06-03
My family and I enjoyed Chautauqua day in Sexsmith last Saturday! It was another successful year and enjoyed by all. I also took the plunge for a good cause! Take a look at some highlights from the day!

Clear Hills County Meeting
2017-05-23
The Councillors of Clear Hills are a hard working group committed to serving the resident’s of Clear Hills! I enjoyed spending some time hearing their concerns as well as about the important work they continue to do.

Clear Hills County Colony School Visits
2017-05-23
I thoroughly enjoyed my visits with Bear Canyon and Cleardale Colony schools! The students asked great questions and it was fun learning from each other!

Hythe Annual Volunteer Pancake Supper
2017-05-02
It was great to attend the Hythe Annual Volunteer Pancake Supper.
Thanks to all the volunteers that make our communities incredible places to live!
Pictured with members of the town council and kitchen crew that pulled off a fantastic supper.

GPVSB Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
2017-05-02
Very pleased to celebrate the work of the folks at the Grande Prairie Volunteer Services Bureau at their annual volunteer appreciation luncheon.
They also celebrated their ‘Leaders of Tomorrow’ recipients.

Rising Above - Hope Lives Banquet
2017-05-02
The folks at the Rising Above Ministry,Grande Prairie are doing incredible work to help people overcome addiction.
I was very pleased to celebrate their 10th anniversary with them and help as a spotter for their auction.

La Glace & District Community Centre Fundraiser
2017-04-29
We had an excellent turnout to the La Glace & District Community Centre fundraiser with the Big Valley Jamboree.
Thank you to my fellow rabble-rousers and troublemakers, but most of all, to everyone that contributed to the $33,000 raised for our bail!
In total, $154,000 was raised for the Regional Recreation Centre fund including a $50,000 donation from Surge Energy Inc.

Crystal Park School & Helen E. Taylor School Visits
2017-03-28
I visited Crystal Park School and Helen E. Taylor School this morning. Thanks to the Grade 6 & Grade 9 students for having a great discussion with me and letting me share about my work as a Member of Parliament!

Savannah School Visit
2017-03-16
Thanks to Savanna School for hosting me this morning!
It was great to talk with the students and share about my work as their Member of Parliament.
More importantly, I got to hear the students share their hopes for the future and find out what their priorities are for our region.

2017 Farm Family Banquet
2017-03-11
I was proud to pay tribute to County of Grande Prairie, Farm Family of the Year.
For five generations the Eady family has farmed in the county and contributed to a stronger community. We are thankful for their dedication and contribution to our region and our prosperity.
We wish them our sincere congratulations and contributed success in the years to come!

Clarkson Hall Grand Opening
2017-03-10

École Montrose School
2017-01-23
It’s always an enjoyable meeting with Peace Country students! I had the chance to visit the grade 6 class at École Montrose School and was impressed by their enthusiasm.

Isabel Campbell Public School
2017-01-23
It was great to join the Kindergarten class at Isabel Campbell Public School yesterday! This week they are holding Literacy Week so I spent some time sharing one of my favorite stories with the students! #isabelreads
