The Grande Prairie Regional Airshow was meant to raise awareness of the Canadian Armed Forces as well as much needed funds for the $3.8 million needed to begin renovations at the D Coy Armouries in the city. The 76-year-old building requires maintenance repairs as well
as an expansion for its current user groups that include Air and Army cadets, Department of Defense Zone Training Officer, YMCA North Programs and Play Zone Summer Camps.

As well as the array of air events, static displays on the ground allow patrons to get close to aircraft, along with activities for children like bouncy castles, face painting and booths for awareness groups.