Category Archives: Business

FlixBus expands into Alberta starting April 5
Starting today (April 5), a new bus service expands to Alberta under the FlixBus banner.FlixBus, a partner brand of Greyhound in the United States, will operate stations in Red Deer, Fort Macleod, Oko...
Apr 05, 2024

Catalyst Incubator entrepreneurs celebrated in Red Deer
On March 21, 10 local entrepreneurs took to the podium in front of local business leaders to showcase ideas they believe will rocket them to success at the Catalyst Incubator finale. The pitch process...
Apr 04, 2024

Funding opportunity for community-led downtown activations returns to Red Deer
Officials with the City of Red Deer say the Downtown Activation 4 Seasons Grant is returning to support community-led initiatives supported by local not-for-profit organizations. According to the City...
Apr 02, 2024

Canada likely to avoid recession, begin recovering in second half of 2024: Deloitte
Canada looks set to dodge a recession despite the ongoing downward pressure from higher interest rates, Deloitte Canada said in its economic outlook report. A number of worrisome trends are still weig...
Apr 01, 2024

Survey: healthy hiring climate ahead in Red Deer but job seekers' skillsets not matching the need
The hiring climate is looking healthy for the next few months in central Alberta, according to the latest survey by Manpower. However, a gap remains unbridged between skillsets job seekers have, and w...
Mar 28, 2024

Parkland Corp. selling 157 gas and convenience store locations
Fuel retailer Parkland Corp. has put 157 of its gas and convenience store locations across six provinces up for sale.The Calgary-based company said Tuesday it is partnering with NRC Realty & Capit...
Mar 27, 2024

Market Watch: March 22
Week in reviewEquity markets rally on central banks' movesEquity markets applauded the U.S. Federal Reserve's (Fed) policy rate decision, economic projections, and Fed Chair Jerome Powell's press conf...
Mar 25, 2024

59% of Albertans want carbon tax abolished: poll
A new survey suggests that the majority of Albertans want to completely eliminate the federal carbon tax.The Angus Reid Institute polled 1,602 Canadian adults, including 155 residents of Alberta betwe...
Mar 25, 2024

Local study presents recommendations to connect employers and adults over 55 looking for work
Results from a local project in central Alberta have proposed recommendations to bridge the gaps between employers and individuals over the age of 55 seeking work.The report's conclusions were shared ...
Mar 22, 2024

Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce unveils new brand, marking 130 years of unwavering support
The Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce unveiled a new brand and logo during its 130th anniversary celebration Monday night.Hundreds attended the event held March 18, 2024, at the Harvest Cent...
Mar 19, 2024