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Red Deer Home Show this weekend!

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BILD Central Alberta is proud to present the 2024 Red Deer Home Show, a premier event providing Central Albertans an opportunity to explore new and enhanced products and services, showcasing award-winning builders, renovators, innovative products, ideas and décor. This three-day show is scheduled to take place from March 8 to 10, 2024, at Westerner Park in Red Deer, Alberta.

This annual event has taken place since 1979 and has become a staple for homeowners,
builders, and industry professionals alike, offering a unique insight into the residential
construction industry.

Key highlights of the 2024 Red Deer Home Show include:

• Exhibitor Showcase will highlight over 190 exhibitors and over 350 booths in three pavilions. Exhibitors will be on hand to display their products and services, ranging from cutting-edge home technologies to the latest in sustainable building practices.
Attendees can explore a diverse range of exhibits, featuring everything from interior
design and landscaping to roofing and energy-efficient solutions.

• Fun for the entire family with unique activations such as the Home Building Centre Belt
Sander Races, Tiny Home by Tree Hugger, Family Fun Zone featuring facepainting and
bouncy castles and the Real Country 95.5 and Zed 98.9 Refresh Lounge.

• Ask the Experts Booth featuring skilled professionals to give you the answers that you are looking for. Whether it’s a DIY home improvement project or understanding the fundamentals of sustainable building, these professionals cater to individuals with varying levels of expertise.

• The 2024 Red Deer Home Show serves as a hub for networking opportunities, fostering connections between industry professionals, exhibitors, and attendees. It provides an ideal environment for collaboration and the exchange of ideas within the Central Alberta home building community.

• Attendees can look forward to exciting prizes and giveaways throughout the event. From exclusive product features to valuable discounts, the 2024 Red Deer Home Show offers numerous opportunities for attendees to win exciting rewards.

“The 2024 Red Deer Home Show is almost here and we are beyond excited. This year we
have had amazing support from exhibitors, sponsors and the community to highlight the
home building industry in a fun and interactive environment,” said Chris Windrim, Executive
Director at BILD Central Alberta. “This event is a showcase to the innovation and expertise
that Central Alberta has within the residential construction industry. We invite everyone to join us for a weekend of discovery and inspiration.”

Admission to the 2024 Red Deer Home Show is $12 for general admission, $10 for students
and seniors and free for anyone under 12 years old. For more information, and a list of
exhibitors, please visit reddeerhomeshow.ca.

About BILD Central Alberta

BILD (Building Industry and Land Development) Central Alberta is a not-for-profit
organization with a regional membership comprised of new home builders, land developers,
trades, suppliers, building material manufacturers and professional service companies
involved in some aspect of home building. It’s vision: “To be the voice of the residential
construction industry in Central Alberta”.

Alberta

Red Deer Justice Centre Grand Opening: Building access to justice for Albertans

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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.”

Mickey Amery, Minister of Justice and Attorney General

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.”

Ritu Khullar, chief justice of Alberta

“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.”

Mike Ellis, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services

“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.”

Martin Long, Minister of Infrastructure

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.
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City of Red Deer

City of Red Deer Employee Honoured with Bob Stollings Memorial Award for Outstanding Contributions

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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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