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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.
Since 2021, thousands of wooden ornaments painted with messages of kindness and hope by local youth have adorned multiple trees in Capstone during the holiday season.
One of SPARC Red Deer’s Paint the Town Positive initiative, these kindness ornaments are created by youth from various schools, clubs and community groups.
Beginning on November 27th, area residents are encouraged to visit Canada 150 Square in Capstone to select an ornament to take home – and gift another to someone in their community. This year, SPARC is continuing its partnership with the City, and is thrilled to expand its presence in Red Deer by sharing Kindness Ornaments in recreation facilities across the community.
Sharing kindness plays a meaningful role in supporting our mental well-being. It gives us hope, warms the heart, and fosters a sense of purpose. Acts of kindness can also inspire others to pay it forward – creating a ripple effect of positivity.
SPARC Red Deer is a local non-profit coalition dedicated to strengthening positive assets and resilience in communities. Paint the Town Positive – the youth-driven chapter – collaborated with Capstone to launch the Kindness Tree with the goal of giving back and spreading kindness throughout the community.
To learn more about SPARC, visit sparcreddeer.ca.
News release from the Red Deer Rebels and Hockey Canada
Hockey Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) and International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), has announced that the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship will be played in Edmonton and Red Deer, Alberta, from Dec. 26, 2026 to Jan. 5, 2027.
The successful bid represents a partnership between OEG Sports & Entertainment, the Red Deer Rebels, Hockey Alberta, the Cities of Edmonton and Red Deer, and the Province of Alberta, which made an $11 million commitment in February 2024 to host events in communities throughout the province.
“We are excited to bring the IIHF World Junior Championship back to Edmonton and Red Deer, and to give hockey fans in Alberta and across the country the opportunity to watch the top under-20 players compete for a gold medal right here in Canada,” said Dean McIntosh, senior vice-president of revenue, fan experience and community impact with Hockey Canada. “Both cities have been successful hosts of IIHF and other high-profile international events, and we know our partners in Edmonton and Red Deer will host a world-class event for players, teams, fans and volunteers alike.”
The 18,500-seat Rogers Place, home of the National Hockey League’s Edmonton Oilers and Western Hockey League’s Edmonton Oil Kings, will serve as the primary competition venue and host 17 games, including both semifinals and the medal games. The additional 14 games are set for the 7,050-seat Marchant Crane Centrium, home of the WHL’s Red Deer Rebels.
“Alberta is ready to welcome visitors from around the world for the International Ice Hockey Federation World Junior Championship,” said Andrew Boitchenko, minister of tourism and sport for Alberta. “This event celebrates the spirit of international competition and our province’s passion for hockey, while showcasing Alberta as a world-class destination for sporting events.”
“Edmonton is thrilled to co-host the IIHF World Junior Championship. This tournament is a fantastic opportunity to watch the world’s best junior hockey players right here in our community, showcasing emerging talent and inspiring a new generation of athletes,” said Andrew Knack, mayor of Edmonton. “Hosting world-calibre events like this also injects vital tourism dollars into our local economy, boosts our city’s vibrancy, and solidifies Edmonton’s reputation as a premiere sports tourism destination.”
Edmonton last hosted the IIHF World Junior Championship in August 2022, which was rescheduled from its traditional winter slot due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The gold medal game at the 2022 event was an instant classic, with Mason McTavish making a game-saving play in overtime and Kent Johnson netting the game-winner just over a minute later to give Canada its 19th World Juniors gold medal. The city also hosted in 2021 without fans, and was a co-host with Calgary for the 2012 edition of the event. Red Deer was a co-host for the cancelled 2022 World Juniors, and first hosted the annual under-20 tournament in 1995.
“We are proud to welcome the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship back to our region,” said Jesse Smith, chief executive officer of Tourism Red Deer. “Red Deer’s love for the game and our hospitality will ensure an unforgettable experience for every athlete and fan.”
“The World Juniors give Edmonton an extraordinary opportunity to showcase our city on the world stage,” said Arlindo Gomes, vice-president of business development and venues management with Explore Edmonton. “This event strengthens our global reputation as a premier international sport destination while delivering more than $90 million in total economic impact to our community and inspiring the next generation of hockey players and fans. Edmonton loves hockey and we cannot wait to welcome global athletes and fans.”
Pre-tournament games for the 2027 World Juniors are expected to take place throughout Alberta, allowing fans across the province to watch the best junior hockey players from 10 countries before the puck officially drops in Edmonton and Red Deer on Boxing Day.
With demand for tickets expected to exceed availability, more information about a priority ticket draw and tournament ticket packages will be announced in the coming months. Fans looking to receive updates about the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship as soon as they become available can sign up to become a Hockey Canada Insider today.
“On behalf of all of us at OEG Sports & Entertainment, we are proud to once again be hosting the IIHF World Junior Championship and the best young stars on the planet,” said Stu Ballantyne, president and chief operating officer of Rogers Place and ICE District. “The World Juniors is one of the most celebrated tournaments in hockey, and bringing it back to Edmonton is an honour for our city, our fans and our entire organization. ICE District and Rogers Place were built to facilitate and showcase the very best in sport and entertainment, and we look forward to working closely with Hockey Canada and other partners to deliver an unforgettable experience for the athletes, fans and the global hockey community.”
“We are beyond excited for our fans, partners and community to once again welcome the hockey world to Red Deer,” said Merrick Sutter, senior vice-president of the Red Deer Rebels. “This is a community that loves events, and we know their passion will be on full display once again next December.”
For more information on Hockey Canada and the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship, please visit HockeyCanada.ca, or follow along through social media on Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok.
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