Red Deer
Rebels to battle Blades in round two of playoffs

From the Red Deer Rebels
The Red Deer Rebels will battle the Saskatoon Blades in round two of the 2023 WHL Playoffs presented by Nutrien.
Game one of the Eastern Conference Semifinals series goes Friday, April 14 at 7 p.m. MT at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon. Game two goes Sunday, April 16 at 4 p.m. also at SaskTel Centre.
The Rebels host games three and four of the series on Tuesday, April 16 and Wednesday, April 17 at the Peavey Mart Centrium. Both games start at 7 p.m.
The full schedule for the series is as follows.
WHL Eastern Conference Semifinals – #2 Saskatoon Blades vs. #3 Red Deer Rebels
Game One | Friday, April 14 | 7 p.m. | Red Deer at Saskatoon | SaskTel Centre |
Game Two | Sunday, April 16 | 4 p.m. | Red Deer at Saskatoon | SaskTel Centre |
Game Three | Tuesday, April 18 | 7 p.m. | Saskatoon at Red Deer | Peavey Mart Centrium |
Game Four | Wednesday, April 19 | 7 p.m. | Saskatoon at Red Deer | Peavey Mart Centrium |
Game Five* | Friday, April 21 | 7 p.m. | Red Deer at Saskatoon | SaskTel Centre |
Game Six* | Sunday, April 23 | 2 p.m. | Saskatoon at Red Deer | Peavey Mart Centrium |
Game Seven* | Tuesday, April 25 | 7 p.m. | Red Deer at Saskatoon | SaskTel Centre |
*If necessary
Red Deer was 1-2-1-0 versus Saskatoon during the 2022-23 WHL Regular Season, going 1-0-1-0 at the Peavey Mart Centrium and 0-2-0-0 at SaskTel Centre. Kai Uchacz led all Rebels players with four points versus the Blades (2G, 2A) while Trevor Wong led Saskatoon with eight points (3G, 5A) versus Red Deer. When it comes to special teams, Red Deer was (5/17) 29.4% on the power play while Saskatoon was (7/24) 29.2%.
This marks the just the third ever playoff series between Red Deer and Saskatoon. The Blades won both previous series in 1993 and 2010.
Tickets for Rebels home playoff games at the Peavey Mart Centrium are on-sale at Tickets Alberta. You can also visit reddeerrebels.com or call 403-341-6000.
Alberta
Red Deer Justice Centre Grand Opening: Building access to justice for Albertans

The new Red Deer Justice Centre will help Albertans resolve their legal matters faster.
Albertans deserve to have access to a fair, accessible and transparent justice system. Modernizing Alberta’s courthouse infrastructure will help make sure Alberta’s justice system runs efficiently and meets the needs of the province’s growing population.
Alberta’s government has invested $191 million to build the new Red Deer Justice Centre, increasing the number of courtrooms from eight to 12, allowing more cases to be heard at one time.
“Modern, accessible courthouses and streamlined services not only strengthen our justice
system – they build safer, stronger communities across the province. Investing in the new Red Deer Justice Centre is vital to helping our justice system operate more efficiently, and will give people in Red Deer and across central Alberta better access to justice.”

Government of Alberta and Judiciary representatives with special guests at the Red Deer Justice Centre plaque unveiling event April 22, 2025.
On March 3, all court services in Red Deer began operating out of the new justice centre. The new justice centre has 12 courtrooms fully built and equipped with video-conference equipment to allow witnesses to attend remotely if they cannot travel, and vulnerable witnesses to testify from outside the courtroom.
The new justice centre also has spaces for people taking alternative approaches to the traditional courtroom trial process, with the three new suites for judicial dispute resolution services, a specific suite for other dispute resolution services, such as family mediation and civil mediation, and a new Indigenous courtroom with dedicated venting for smudging purposes.
“We are very excited about this new courthouse for central Alberta. Investing in the places where people seek justice shows respect for the rights of all Albertans. The Red Deer Justice Centre fills a significant infrastructure need for this rapidly growing part of the province. It is also an important symbol of the rule of law, meaning that none of us are above the law, and there is an independent judiciary to decide disputes. This is essential for a healthy functioning democracy.”
“Public safety and access to justice go hand in hand. With this investment in the new Red Deer Justice Centre, Alberta’s government is ensuring that communities are safer, legal matters are resolved more efficiently and all Albertans get the support they need.”
“This state-of-the-art facility will serve the people of Red Deer and surrounding communities for generations. Our team at Infrastructure is incredibly proud of the work done to plan, design and build this project. I want to thank everyone, at all levels, who helped make this project a reality.”
Budget 2025 is meeting the challenge faced by Alberta with continued investments in education and health, lower taxes for families and a focus on the economy.
Quick facts
- The new Red Deer Justice Centre is 312,000 sq ft (29,000 m2). (The old courthouse is 98,780 sq ft (9,177 m2)).
- The approved project funding for the Red Deer Justice Centre is about $191 million.
City of Red Deer
City of Red Deer Employee Honoured with Bob Stollings Memorial Award for Outstanding Contributions

Annette Scheper, Community & Program Facilitator in the Safe & Healthy Communities Department is The City’s 2025 recipient of the Bob Stollings Memorial Award.
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award is given out each year to a City employee who displays outstanding performance in alignment with The City’s RISE cornerstone values – respect, integrity, service and excellence. Nominations for the award are submitted by fellow coworkers detailing the employee’s achievements professionally and interpersonally, along with letters of support. The award is considered a great honour among City staff.
With an impressive 22-year career, Annette has played a pivotal role in shaping Red Deer’s cultural and special events landscape. Her leadership and innovation have brought thousands of successful events to life, creating lasting traditions that enrich the lives of residents. Her commitment to excellence and resourcefulness has ensured that community initiatives are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.
One of Annette’s most notable achievements is the development of the Community Loan Program, which provides essential resources for local groups, contributing an annual value of $86,778.95 back into the community. In addition, she has successfully led and executed a variety of large-scale events, demonstrating remarkable problem-solving skills and a dedication to sustainability. From creating elaborate event designs with repurposed materials to managing complex logistics, she continuously sets the standard for excellence.
“Annette exemplifies the best of our organization,” said City Manager, Tara Lodewyk. “Her unwavering dedication, innovative thinking, and ability to bring people together has made a profound impact on our city. This award is a testament to her hard work and passion for creating meaningful experiences for our community.”
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award was first established in 1985 and is presented every year to honour Robert (Bob) E. Stollings, a loyal and dedicated City employee from 1960-1984.
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