Kevin Lapp of Lapp Realty, and Sunchild First Nation's Chief Joey Pete at the downtown former BMO location. (Supplied/Lapp Realty)

By Josh Hall | @Vancan19

stronger collaboration now possible

Sunchild First Nation purchases major property in downtown Red Deer

Nov 26, 2025 | 2:22 PM

Sunchild First Nation has purchased the former BMO building in downtown Red Deer, at 4903 50 Avenue.

Lapp Realty facilitated the sale, which happened earlier this month. The 17,339 square foot space has sat empty for a few years now.

According to Lapp, the location will serve as the new location for Sunchild Child & Family Services.

They say the proximity to government offices, local agencies, and health resources will allow for stronger collaboration across community programs.

Terms of the sale were not disclosed, though it was listed for $1.095 million by a different realty group as of May 2024.

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You can read more about it on Lapp Realty’s blog.

rdnewsNOW reached out to Sunchild First Nation, but they were unable to be reached for comment.

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