Red Deer
Rebels announce full schedule for 2023-24 WHL Regular Season
News Release from the Red Deer Rebels
The Red Deer Rebels are excited to announce their full 68-game schedule for the 2023-24 Western Hockey League Regular Season.
The season begins with the Red Deer Advocate Home Opener Friday, September 22 when the Rebels host the Edmonton Oil Kings. The following night, Saturday, Sept. 23, the Rebels visit the Oil Kings at Rogers Place.
All home games at the Peavey Mart Centrium begin at 7 p.m., aside from Monday, February 19 when the Rebels host the Lethbridge Hurricanes for a Family Day Matinee at 2 p.m.
Rebels Season Tickets for 2023-24 are now on sale at reddeerrebels.com/season-
Interconference play this season sees the Rebels visit B.C. Division teams for the first time since the 2019-20 season. In November, the Rebels will cross the Rockies for a five-game trip that will see them take on the Kamloops Blazers (Nov 3), Kelowna Rockets (Nov 4), Victoria Royals (Nov 7), Vancouver Giants (Nov 8) and Prince George Cougars (Nov 10).
Also in 2023-24, U.S. Division teams visit the Peavey Mart Centrium for the first time since 2019-20. The reigning WHL Champion Seattle Thunderbirds are up first on Tuesday, October 24 followed by the Portland Winterhawks three nights later, Friday, October 27. The Everett Silvertips visit Red Deer on Saturday, December 2. The Spokane Chiefs visit Wednesday, January 10 before the Tri-City Americans come calling two nights later, Friday, January 12. The Wenatchee Wild will visit the Peavey Mart Centrium for the first time on Saturday, February 24.
All Rebels games during the 2023-24 WHL Regular Season will once again be heard live on 106.7 REWIND Radio and viewed online through WHL Live.
The Rebels will play four preseason games prior to the start of the 2023-24 WHL Regular Season: Fri. Sept. 9 @ Calgary Hitmen (7 p.m., Siksika Deerfoot Sportsplex), Sun. Sept. 10 vs. Edmonton (2 p.m., Peavey Mart Centrium), Friday. Sept. 15 vs. Calgary Hitmen (7 p.m., Peavey Mart Centrium), Sat. Sept. 16 at Lethbridge Hurricanes (6 p.m., Enmax Centre).
2023-24 RED DEER REBELS REGULAR SEASON SCHEDULE
DATE AWAY HOME TIME (MT)
Friday, Sept 22 Edmonton Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Sept 23 Red Deer Edmonton 7 p.m.
Friday, Sept 29 Medicine Hat Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct 6 Prince Albert Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct 7 Lethbridge Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct 13 Red Deer Regina 7 p.m.
Sunday, Oct 15 Red Deer Edmonton 4 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct 17 Red Deer Edmonton 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct 20 Red Deer Lethbridge 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct 21 Saskatoon Red Deer 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct 24 Seattle Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct 27 Portland Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct 28 Red Deer Calgary 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov 3 Red Deer Kamloops 8 p.m.
Saturday, Nov 4 Red Deer Kelowna 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov 7 Red Deer Victoria 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov 8 Red Deer Vancouver 8 p.m.
Friday, Nov 10 Red Deer Prince George 8 p.m.
Friday, Nov 17 Red Deer Calgary 7 p.m.
Saturday, Nov 18 Calgary Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov 24 Brandon Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Nov 25 Regina Red Deer 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov 28 Calgary Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec 1 Moose Jaw Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 2 Everett Red Deer 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec 5 Red Deer Brandon 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec 6 Red Deer Moose Jaw 6 p.m.
Friday, Dec 8 Red Deer Saskatoon 6 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 9 Red Deer Prince Albert 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec 13 Red Deer Calgary 7 p.m.
Thursday, Dec 14 Swift Current Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 16 Regina Red Deer 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec 27 Medicine Hat Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec 29 Red Deer Lethbridge 7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec 30 Red Deer Swift Current 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 2 Red Deer Medicine Hat 7 p.m.
Friday, Jan 5 Medicine Hat Red Deer 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan 10 Spokane Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Jan 12 Tri-City Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan 13 Edmonton Red Deer 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan 17 Saskatoon Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Jan 19 Red Deer Medicine Hat 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan 20 Prince Albert Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Jan 26 Edmonton Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan 27 Brandon Red Deer 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan 31 Red Deer Prince Albert 6 p.m.
Friday, Feb 2 Red Deer Brandon 6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb 3 Red Deer Moose Jaw 6 p.m.
Sunday, Feb 4 Red Deer Regina 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb 6 Red Deer Swift Current 6 p.m.
Friday, Feb 9 Moose Jaw Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Feb 10 Red Deer Medicine Hat 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb 13 Calgary Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, Feb 16 Edmonton Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, Feb 17 Red Deer Edmonton 7 p.m.
Monday, Feb 19 Lethbridge Red Deer 2 p.m.
Saturday, Feb 24 Wenatchee Red Deer 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb 27 Red Deer Saskatoon 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb 28 Red Deer Prince Albert 6 p.m.
Friday, March 1 Swift Current Red Deer 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 2 Calgary Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, March 8 Red Deer Calgary 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 9 Calgary Red Deer 7 p.m.
Friday, March 15 Red Deer Lethbridge 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 16 Lethbridge Red Deer 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20 Red Deer Swift Current 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 23 Edmonton Red Deer 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 24 Red Deer Edmonton 4 p.m.
Alberta
Province considering new Red Deer River reservoir east of Red Deer
Central Alberta reservoir study underway
Alberta’s government is moving forward a study to assess the feasibility of building a new reservoir on the Red Deer River to help support growing communities.
Demand for water from communities and businesses is increasing as more families, businesses and industries choose to live and work in central Alberta. The Red Deer River supplies water to hundreds of thousands of Albertans across the region and expanding water storage capacity could help reduce the risk of future droughts and meet the growing water demands.
Alberta’s government has now begun assessing the feasibility of building a potential new reservoir east of Red Deer near Ardley. A two-phase, multi-year study will explore the costs and value of constructing and operating the reservoir, and its impact on downstream communities, farmers and ranchers, and businesses.
“Central Alberta is a growing and thriving, and we are ensuring that it has the water it needs. This study will help us determine if an Ardley reservoir is effective and how it can be built and operated successfully to help us manage and maximize water storage for years to come.”
Reservoirs play a vital role in irrigation, drought management, water security and flood protection. Budget 2024 allocated $4.5 million to explore creating a new reservoir on the Red Deer River, at a damsite about 40 kilometres east of the City of Red Deer.
Work will begin on the scoping phase of the study as soon as possible. This will include reviewing available geotechnical and hydrotechnical information and exploring conceptual dam options. The scoping phase also includes meetings with municipalities and water users in the area to hear their views. This work is expected to be completed by December 2025.
“Reliable water infrastructure is essential for Alberta’s growing communities and industries. The Ardley reservoir feasibility study is a vital step toward ensuring long-term water security for central Alberta. As we assess this project’s potential, we’re supporting the sustainability of our economic corridors, agricultural operations and rural economy.”
“Water is essential to the agriculture industry and if the past few years are any indication, we need to prepare for dry conditions. A potential dam near Ardley could enhance water security and help farmers and ranchers continue to thrive in Alberta’s unpredictable conditions.”
Once that is complete, the feasibility study will then shift into a second phase, looking more closely at whether an effective new dam near Ardley can be safely designed and constructed, and the impact it may have on communities and the environment. Geotechnical and hydrotechnical investigations, cost-benefit analyses and an assessment of environmental and regulatory requirements will occur. The feasibility phase will also include gathering feedback directly from Albertans through public engagement. This work is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026.
Quick facts
- The Ardley dam scoping and feasibility study will be undertaken by Hatch Ltd., a Canadian multi-disciplinary professional services firm.
- Once the feasibility study is complete, government will assess the results and determine whether to pursue this project and proceed with detailed engineering and design work and regulatory approvals.
- Alberta’s government owns and operates several large reservoirs in the South Saskatchewan River Basin that help ensure sufficient water supply to meet demand from communities, irrigators and businesses, while also maintaining a healthy aquatic environment.
- Water stored at Gleniffer Lake, the reservoir created by Dickson Dam, helps supplement low winter flows along the Red Deer River and helps ensure an adequate water supply for Red Deer and Drumheller.
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Judge upholds sanctions against Red Deer Catholic school trustee who opposed LGBT agenda
From LifeSiteNews
Monique LaGrange was ousted last December from the Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools’ board for comparing the LGBT agenda targeting children to brainwashing.
A Canadian judge ruled that a school board was justified to place harsh sanctions on a Catholic school trustee forced out of her position because she opposed extreme gender ideology and refused to undergo LGBT “sensitivity” training.
Justice Cheryl Arcand-Kootenay of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta ruled Thursday that the Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools (RDCRS) Board’s sanctions placed against former trustee Monique LaGrange will stand.
LaGrange had vowed to fight the school board in court, and it remains to be seen if she can take any further actions after the decision by Judge Arcand-Kootenay.
The judge ruled that the RDCRS’s policies in place for all trustees, which the board contended were breached, were “logical, thorough, and grounded in the facts that were before the Board at the time of their deliberations.”
As reported by LifeSiteNews, the RDCRS board voted 3-1 last December to disqualify LaGrange after she compared the LGBT agenda targeting kids with that of “brainwashing” Nazi propaganda. As a result of being voted out, LaGrange later resigned from her position.
The former school board trustee initially came under fire in September 2023 when she posted an image showing kids in Nazi Germany waving swastika flags during a parade to social media, with the bottom of the post showing an image of kids waving LGBT “Pride” flags along with the text: “Brainwashing is brainwashing.”
After her post went viral, calls for her to step down grew from leftist Alberta politicians and others. This culminated in her removal as director of the Alberta Catholic School Trustees’ Association (ACSTA).
In September 2023, the RDCRS passed a motion to mandate that LaGrange undergo “LGBTQ+” and holocaust “sensitivity” training for her social media post.
LaGrange, however, refused to apologize for the meme or undergo “sensitivity” training.
She had argued that the RDCRS had no right to issue sanctions against her because they were not based on the Education Act or code of conduct. Arcand-Kootenay did not agree with her, saying code of conduct violations allow for multiple sanctions to be placed against those who violate them.
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