Fundraising for The BIG Pursuit in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters is on once again underway in Central Alberta. The BIG Pursuit, sponsored by Servus Credit Union, is described by organizers as the primary fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Red Deer & District and sees teams race around Red Deer in sear...

Town of Ponoka PSA -- Registration for spring recreation programming opens on Friday, March 6 starting at 9 a.m. online on the Town of Ponoka's website at Ponoka.ca/p/recreation-programming or in person at the Ponoka Aquaplex (5315 46 Avenue). The lineup of spring recreation programming includes swimming lessons, day c...

The Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre (CAPCC), a not-for-profit organization, is hosting its Annual Easter Musical Production."Alive: A Story of Hope," with four opportunities to attend: Thursday, March 19 at 7 pm, Friday, March 20 at 7 pm, Saturday, March 21 at 2:30 pm, and Saturday, March 21 at 7 pm, at...

A family recovery awareness event is being held in Red Deer on April 23, 2026.Organizers from the Parents Empowering Parents (PEP) Society acknowledge that families are often deeply affected when someone they love is struggling with substance use, and navigating support can feel overwhelming. Officials say this evening...

City of Red Deer PSA -- Community organizations across Red Deer are encouraged to apply for the Environmental Initiatives Grant to help deliver local projects that create environmental and community benefits. The program will provide grants of up to $10,000 per project to registered not-for-profit societies serving Red...

City of Red Deer PSA -- The City of Red Deer is pleased to announce the return of the Smart Thermostat Rebate program, offering residents a chance to save on energy costs while improving home efficiency. The annual rebate program encourages residents to upgrade to an ENERGY STAR-certified smart thermostat and apply for...

Ever thought about becoming a firefighter?If you're a student who will be in grades 11 or 12, or if you are a member of the public, you are invited to attend an open house for Red Deer Public Schools' Fire Academy.The open house runs from 6:30 p.m. onward on March 10 at Fire Station #3 at 100 Lees Street.Attendees are ...

"What is Contemporary Art?"Artists: Alison Forsberg, Bailey Horton, Carmen Therriault, Kerry Tronnes, Kristine Abramoff, Margaret Hall, Lorene Runham, Rebecca Grindon, Susan Delaney, Ula-Erin Chauvet and William ArmstrongMedium: Various 2D and 3D artLocation: Kiwanis Public Art Gallery, Red Deer Public Librar...

Women of central Alberta are encouraged to grab front row VIP seats to an exclusive fundraising event in support of the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC)."Runway Red Deer" will be hosted Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence (SKCOE) showcasing Canadian Designer, Ter...

Due to illness of the next presenter, the March 5 First Thursday concert has been moved to March 12. The Friends of the Library are pleased to present the Windwood Trio: Tong Wang, piano, Maitreyli Muralidhaaran, violin, and Adam Willson, cello. The program will include works by Ravel and Lau. The concert will be he...

Families are invited to learn more about the opportunities available at the Kindergarten Academy of Discovery during an upcoming open house, which will take place Wednesday, March 4 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Don Campbell Elementary School.Officials at Red Deer Public Schools say the Academy offers families full day, every...

The Red Deer Arts Council is pleased to present Upon Return: Landscapes by Jessica Symons on display in the Community Gallery from Feb. 23-April 10, 2026.Description: Born in Alberta and shaped by years spent exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies, Jessica returns with a powerful new body of work...

The West Park Community Association is hodling its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday, March 16 at 7pm at the West Park Activity Centre - 3811 57 Avenue.the Association says they need your ideas and your energy to help make their great neighbourhood even better. Local residents can get involved in helping with plan...

The Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC) is inviting everyone from youth and community members to businesses, non-profits, and community leaders - to share bold, innovative ideas that can reduce crimes against children and enhance child and youth safety through a new live pitch event, The Lions' Den.Set to tak...

Central Albertans can soon experience Handel's iconic "Water Music" performed on authentic period instruments this month.The Red Deer Symphony Orchestra (RDSO) is thrilled to welcome back the JUNO Award-winning ensemble Rosa Barocca for a dramatic journey into the Baroque era. The concert, titled "Too Ho...

Central Albertans looking for something to do this Family Day on Monday, Feb. 16, will have plenty to choose from. Below is a list of events in communities across central Alberta: Red Deer Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery Celebrate Family Day from noon to 4:30 p.m. at a free drop-in event at the gallery (4525 47A Avenue...

The Red Deer Arts Council and Red Deer Public Library have announced a new exhibition."What is Contemporary Art?" is described by officials as artworks by Red Deer Arts Council members and its running from Feb. 10-April 19, 2026, in the Kiwanis Gallery."Our Visual Arts Committee is pleased to host 'What ...

The Lacombe Police Service is alerting the public to a recent increase in Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and grandparent scams.Police say these scams are often well-rehearsed and emotionally manipulative."Offenders may pose as a loved one, lawyer, police officer, or court official and attempt to create a sense of urgenc...

The Town of Ponoka announced various activities for the public to enjoy on Family Day this Monday, Feb. 16.This includes a free public swim at the Ponoka Aquaplex from 1 to 5 p.m. and free public skating at the Ponoka Arena Complex from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Citizens can also enjoy a skate at the outdoor rink next to the P...

During the warmer weather, residents are encouraged to avoid using the outdoor rinks as ice conditions can quickly deteriorate. Skating on soft ice can create ruts and uneven surfaces, which require additional repair and maintenance and limiting use during warm weather helps protect ice quality.When outdoor rinks are n...

Big Brothers Big Sisters Lacombe and District is hoping you can help local kids by attending their fourth 'A Night Among Stars' fundraising gala. The star-studded celebrity dance event goes March 14 at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Learn more about the event, how Big Brothers Big Sisters works, and the impact it has had...

The City of Red Deer invites residents to stay active and healthy this winter by joining the February Fitness Challenge, running from February 1 to 28, 2026.This exciting community initiative encourages individuals and families to build healthy habits through fun recreation activities. Whether it's swimming, skating, f...

Applications are now being accepted for groups wanting to book Red Deer's recreation, pools and community spaces for the upcoming fall 2026 and winter 2027 season. Community associations, sport partners, companies, and the public are encouraged to request their meetings, league spaces and special events. The following ...

A mobile mammography station will visit Stettler from Feb. 23-28.The Screen Test Program will provide services to those aged 45-74, in the mobile trailer at Stettler Hospital. This is offered by Primary Care Alberta.Screening is available at no cost for eligible individuals, but appointments are required. Call 1-800-66...

Red Deer City Hall will light up yellow on the evening of January 27 to mark 81 years since the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp was liberated.The anniversary is the basis for what's known as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.Among Canada's connections to the Holocaust, it was in April 1945 when Canadian for...

Red Deer residents looking for something fun to do over the weekend are invited to attend the West Park Community Association's Winterfest.On Saturday, January 24, the free event will take place at the West Park Activity Centre from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., beginning with a pancake breakfast.There will also be face painting,...

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) in central Alberta has joined once again with The Push-Up Challenge for a third year.Participants will take on a 2,000 push-up challenge across 23 days to remember and honour the roughly 2,000 lives lost daily across the globe to suicide.The event runs Feb. 5-27 and is free...

Small business owners in central Alberta are invited to attend an event in February focused on discussions around funding options.The "Money Talks" event is put on by Business Link Alberta in partnership with the Regional Business Support Network, Central Alberta First, and other local community organizations...