“No one has ever become poor by giving.” — Anne Frank
On June 9, 2025, fire severely damaged Margaret Edgson Manor — 70 units of accessible and affordable housing that took nearly 20 years to build. Thanks to first responders, no lives were lost. But more than 70 residents were displaced from the homes that gave them independence.
The GPRS board — entirely volunteer, no paid staff — chose to rebuild. Construction is underway to 2023 National Building Code standards with improved safety features, better insulation, and fully restored accessible units. Your donation goes directly to this rebuild.
Higher trusses, full mechanical and electrical upgrades, and fixes for previously hidden water damage — built right this time.
Zero-threshold entries, roll-in showers, automatic doors, wheelchair-accessible kitchens — the details that make independence real.
Margaret Edgson Manor operates sustainably with no government funding. Your gift helps keep rents affordable for decades to come.
Selective demolition is complete. The building has been stripped to studs, mold mitigated, and the damaged roof removed. The new roof is finished and fourth-floor framing is underway — all to updated 2023 National Building Code standards.
GPRS is proud to support local: Terrace Construction, a Grande Prairie company, is leading the rebuild.
Full Rebuild Update"Get a second chance to do it right."
All donations are directed toward the Margaret Edgson Manor rebuild. Tax receipts are issued through the Grande Spirit Foundation (Registered Charity #102169158RR0001).
Secure online donations through our partner platform. Credit card and bank transfer accepted.
Donate OnlineSend an e-transfer to Grande Spirit Foundation. Include "GPRS Donation" in the message for your tax receipt.
Contact family@grandespirit.org for e-transfer details.
Make payable to Grande Spirit Foundation with "GPRS Donation" in the memo line.
GPRS c/o Grande Spirit FoundationGPRS has been entirely volunteer-run since 1986. Join a committee, help with outreach, or contribute professional skills.
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"Once it's built, people will say it's a good thing."
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