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Premier Danielle Smith is headed to Europe for a trip she says aims to attract investment, strengthen global partnerships, and promote Alberta as a reliable partner.The trip will last from April 23 to...
Pattison Media Apr 22, 2026
Long-awaited progress on two major projects could soon be happening in Red Deer's north.Gears are currently in motion on work in the Hazlett Lake residential area, which is north of Hwy 11A and east o...
Pattison Media Apr 18, 2026 A field looking south toward Hwy 11A, from the future viewpoint of homes. (Image Credit: Stantec/City of Red Deer)
This week's highlightsEquities continue recovery as peace hopes and earnings offset energy shockEnergy concerns push yields higher before reversing on tentative ceasefireCanadian manufacturing sales r...
Pattison Media Apr 17, 2026
Leaders in Canada's oil and gas industry say the industrial carbon levy would erode the country's competitive edge at a time the world is clamouring for stable energy supply. Canadian Association of P...
Pattison Media Apr 14, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 236697218 © Brandon Smith | Dreamstime.com)
This week's highlightsCeasefire sparks relief rally as investors assess durability and impactFixed income markets rally, then stabilize, as central banks signal cautionCanada sees modest employment gr...
Pattison Media Apr 10, 2026
Depending on which metrics you look at, Red Deer had both a good and a not-quite-as-good March when it comes to unemployment rates.The seasonally unadjusted unemployment rate (three-month moving avera...
Pattison Media Apr 10, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 24383188 © Editor77 | Dreamstime.com)
BILD Central Alberta has announced the finalists for its 2026 awards, which recognize the region's top builders, renovators, trades, designers, and projects.Over 30 judges from across the country help...
Pattison Media Apr 10, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 131088541 © Photovs | Dreamstime.com)
Central Alberta entrepreneurs delivered their pitches to business stakeholders and service providers as part of the Catalyst Incubator program.In late March, a total of 11 first-time entrepreneurs pre...
Pattison Media Apr 06, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 199948575 © Noipornpan | Dreamstime.com)
This week's highlightsEnergy outlook and renewed risk-off tone keep equities on the back footDovish Fed tone steadies bonds, but late-week de-risking lifts yieldsCanada reports modest GDP gain in Janu...
Pattison Media Apr 06, 2026
Six post-secondary institutions on the Prairies, including Red Deer Polytechnic, will continue to collaborate on fast-tracking mining innovation.The Prairie Polytechnic Innovation Network Accelerating...
Pattison Media Apr 01, 2026 (Image Credit: Supplied)