Red Deer Lights the Nights returns with another season of festive fun
November 12, 2025 9:18 AM
Red Deer Lights the Nights returns next week, with more than a month of festive fun for the whole family.
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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.
City Council Recap – November 10, 2025
November 10, 2025 6:43 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s regular meeting of City Council.
City Council on the Agenda – November 10, 2025
November 7, 2025 11:03 AM
The following items will be considered by City Council at their regular upcoming meeting on Monday, November 10, 2025. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m.
New taxi plates awarded in Red Deer
November 6, 2025 3:12 PM
A draw was held by The City of Red Deer today to issue 12 new taxi licence plates.
Community Culture Development Fund continues support of local arts, culture and heritage groups
November 5, 2025 2:10 PM
Eight different not-for-profit organizations in Red Deer have been granted a total of $20,000 in one-time funding from The City of Red Deer’s Community Culture Development Fund – Culture Opportunities Category.
Seasonal changes to Green Cart collection begin November 10
November 5, 2025 2:08 PM
Seasonal changes to Green Cart collection will start on November 10 as Green Carts shift to every other week collection.
Red Deer’s new City Council sworn in today
November 3, 2025 4:17 PM
Red Deer’s newly elected City Council officially began its four-year term today with a Swearing-In Ceremony at City Hall, followed by the first Organizational Meeting of Council.
Toys for Tickets returns to support Red Deer Christmas Bureau
October 30, 2025 9:34 AM
“Pay your parking ticket with a toy!” The City of Red Deer’s annual Toys for Tickets campaign is back this November, giving residents a chance to spread holiday cheer by turning parking tickets into gifts for local children in need.
Taxi Plate Draw to be held in Red Deer
October 30, 2025 9:32 AM
A taxi plate draw will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2025, to award 12 taxi plates for use in Red Deer.
City Council Swearing-In Ceremony to take place on Monday, November 3
October 30, 2025 9:31 AM
The City of Red Deer will officially welcome its newly elected Mayor and City Councillors during the 2025 Council Swearing-In Ceremony on Monday, November 3, 2025.
Recount Complete - Red Deer Catholic Separate School Division, Red Deer Area Ward Results Updated
October 25, 2025 9:21 PM
A recount of ballots for the Red Deer Catholic Separate School Division – Red Deer Area Ward is complete, resulting in a change to the original official results.
Recount Initiated for Red Deer Catholic Separate School Division – Red Deer Area Ward
October 24, 2025 4:13 PM
A recount has been initiated for the Red Deer Catholic Separate School Division – Red Deer Area Ward election results.
158,263 votes cast in 2025 Municipal and School Board Elections
October 23, 2025 5:30 PM
158,263 votes were cast in the 2025 Municipal and School Board Elections, with 15,463 Red Deer residents taking part, which represents about 21 per cent of eligible voters.
Seasonal trailer parking – reminder to remove trailers by October 31
October 23, 2025 11:35 AM
The City of Red Deer reminds residents that all trailers must be removed from the front driveways of residential properties by October 31.
Ballot count complete: Official results released for all races
October 22, 2025 11:38 PM
The Red Deer Election team has completed the ballot count for the 2025 Municipal and School Boards Election.
Unofficial results for Mayoral race in Red Deer’s 2025 Municipal Election
October 21, 2025 7:31 PM
Elections Red Deer has released unofficial results for the mayoral race in the 2025 Municipal Election.
Thank you, Red Deer – Election Day voting is complete
October 20, 2025 10:42 PM
Thousands of residents exercised their right to vote for Mayor, City Councillors and School Board Trustees as part of today’s Municipal and School Board Elections.
It’s Election Day in Red Deer
October 20, 2025 11:16 AM
Today is Election Day, and voters are encouraged to cast their ballots for Mayor, City Councillors, and School Board Trustees.
Make your voice heard on Election Day – Monday, October 20
October 18, 2025 8:09 PM
Advance voting for the 2025 Red Deer Municipal and School Boards Election has closed, and residents have one final opportunity to cast their ballot on Election Day, Monday, October 20.
2025 City of Red Deer Community Profile now available
October 15, 2025 9:53 AM
Businesses interested in operating in Red Deer have access to a new tool that features refreshed statistics, new community highlights, and insights into Red Deer’s continued growth as a regional hub in central Alberta.
Advance voting opens today for Red Deer’s 2025 Municipal and School Boards Election
October 14, 2025 9:30 AM
Advance voting is open for the 2025 Municipal and School Boards Election in Red Deer.