Below is a list of recent City of Red Deer news releases. For media inquiries, contact Community & Public Relations during regular business hours (Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) via our Media Inquiry Form.
The following items are on Red Deer City Council’s open meeting agenda on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. in the Omni Gymnasium at the Intermediate School.
Red Deer residents and visitors are invited to discover, experience and celebrate local arts, culture and heritage during Alberta Culture Days this September, with more than 50 free events and activities planned across the city.
For 25 years, Red Deer's Waste Management Facility has supported the community's commitment to environmental stewardship through waste diversion, recycling, composting and responsible waste management.
The City of Red Deer is inviting residents to apply for Council committees, boards and commissions. Applications open today and will be accepted until September 18, 2026.
The City of Red Deer is accepting applications for new members to serve on the Central Alberta Regional Assessment Review Board.
At 3:37 a.m. on August 11, Red Deer Emergency Services (RDES) responded to a structure fire at the 3400 block of 49 Avenue. Upon arrival, crews found the three-storey apartment building's exterior on fire.
Building permit values in Red Deer totalled $16 million in July 2026 with 126 permits issued, compared with $30.7 million in July 2025.
Red Deerians are encouraged to mark their calendars for fall program registration, happening next week.
Once again, non-profit groups are invited to apply for funding through The City of Red Deer’s Community Recreation Enhancement Grant.
Residents and trail users are advised that the 2026 Red Deer Spartan Race will take place at Heritage Ranch on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9.