Westerner Days Parade: the people behind the barricades
Before the sun rises on Westerner Days Parade, while most of Red Deer is still fast asleep, a small but mighty team is already at work.
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Central Alberta Municipalities Unite in Emergency Response Exercise
Simulated Dickson Dam breach tests regional coordination and readiness
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Staying Safe at Home: A Red Deer Story on Cooking Safety
In Red Deer, our kitchens are where memories — and unfortunately, some of our most destructive house fires — are made. Did you know that 1 in 5 residential fires in Red Deer start in the kitchen?
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Let’s Talk About Housing – And What Comes Next
Across Red Deer, we’re starting an important conversation: How should our city grow?
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In Winter's Embrace: A Red Deer Reverie - Writes of Winter
The Red Deer Arts Council and The City of Red Deer are pleased to announce the winners of the Writes of Winter – Christmas Story Contest!
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There is Magic in Bower Mall - Writes of Winter
The Red Deer Arts Council and The City of Red Deer are pleased to announce the winners of the Writes of Winter – Christmas Story Contest!
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Mohawk - Writes of Winter
The Red Deer Arts Council and The City of Red Deer are pleased to announce the winners of the Writes of Winter – Christmas Story Contest!
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Toys for Tickets Campaign Returned to Red Deer
The holiday season is a time for joy and giving, and this year, Red Deer again embraced that spirit with the return of the popular Toys for Tickets campaign.
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SPARC Kindness Tree: A Holiday Tradition in Capstone
Since 2021, thousands of wooden ornaments painted with messages of kindness and hope by local youth have adorned trees in Capstone, spreading warmth and joy during the holiday season.
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Red Deer: Empowering Environmental Change Through Community Projects
The City of Red Deer's Environmental Initiatives Grant has fostered transformative projects that unite residents in the pursuit of sustainability. Here’s a glimpse into the successes and community benefits of the exemplary projects supported by the grant in 2024.
