City of Red Deer
City experimenting with free parking spots downtown!
Free temporary parking options available in downtown Red Deer
Starting today, drivers will notice one in every five meters covered with a bag that states, “FREE PARKING 2 HRS”. The meters are located throughout downtown, wherever metered parking exists.
This initiative is part of The City’s Leading Forward project, and aims to increase the vibrancy of downtown and strengthen our downtown economy by offering easier access to local businesses.
“By providing temporary free parking options, we hope to reduce barriers and encourage residents and visitors to visit downtown businesses and attractions more frequently,” said Erin Stuart, Inspections and Licensing Manager. “Our goals include increasing vibrancy of the downtown core and demonstrating The City’s desire to support local businesses through their post-pandemic recovery.”
The initiative continues through December 31, 2021. More information about downtown parking is available on The City’s website, www.reddeer.ca/parking.
City of Red Deer
Cindy Jefferies is Mayor. Tristin Brisbois, Cassandra Curtis, Jaelene Tweedle, and Adam Goodwin new Councillors – 2025 Red Deer General Election Results
Showing official results for: Mayor of The City of Red Deer
| # | Candidate Name | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JEFFERIES, Cindy | 6237 | 41% |
| 2 | SCOTT, Gareth | 3483 | 23% |
| 3 | DOERKSEN, Victor | 3143 | 20% |
| 4 | LEE, Lawrence | 2215 | 14% |
| 5 | GALLAGHER, John | 298 | 2% |
| Rejected Ballots | 0 | 0% |
Showing official results for: Councillor of The City of Red Deer
| # | Candidate Name | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BRISBOIS, Tristin | 6703 | 7% |
| 2 | CURTIS, Cassandra | 6422 | 7% |
| 3 | KRAHN, Chad | 6249 | 7% |
| 4 | BARNSTABLE, Kraymer | 6235 | 7% |
| 5 | WYNTJES, Dianne | 6069 | 7% |
| 6 | TWEEDLE, Jaelene | 5635 | 6% |
| 7 | GOODWIN, Adam | 5290 | 6% |
| 8 | BURUMA, Bruce | 5241 | 6% |
| 9 | GOULET-JONES, Calvin | 5050 | 5% |
| 10 | HUIZING, Hans | 4810 | 5% |
| 11 | BOUCHARD, Brandon | 4528 | 5% |
| 12 | MACDONALD, Ashley Jason | 3832 | 4% |
| 13 | BUCHANAN, Buck | 3660 | 4% |
| 14 | MOHAMOUD, Zainab | 3478 | 4% |
| 15 | SYPKES, Thomas | 3459 | 4% |
| 16 | BECK, Gabriel | 3370 | 4% |
| 17 | PARKS, Gail | 2809 | 3% |
| 18 | YZERMAN, Calvin | 2265 | 2% |
| 19 | WILE, Haley | 1986 | 2% |
| 20 | COMÉTE, Christian | 1843 | 2% |
| 21 | KLERKS, Kevin M. | 1699 | 2% |
| 22 | ROBINSON, Don | 1296 | 1% |
| 23 | MARTIN, Greg | 656 | 1% |
| 24 | KLYWAK, Anthony | 444 | 0% |
| Rejected Ballots | 0 | 0% |
Showing official results for: Trustee of the Red Deer Public School Division
| # | Candidate Name | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SOMMERS, Angela | 3320 | 9% |
| 2 | BUCHANAN, Nicole | 3180 | 9% |
| 3 | MACAULAY, Dianne | 3119 | 8% |
| 4 | WATTERS, Jim | 3038 | 8% |
| 5 | BAIRD SMITH, Emilee | 2753 | 7% |
| 6 | DAVIES, Nathan | 2749 | 7% |
| 7 | DALSTRA, Jason | 2722 | 7% |
| 8 | CHRISTENSEN, Sheri | 2701 | 7% |
| 9 | PARKER, Jenessa | 2581 | 7% |
| 10 | PEACOCKE, Cathy | 2573 | 7% |
| 11 | WILLIAMS, Danielle | 2342 | 6% |
| 12 | ODISHAW, Shelley Lynn | 2187 | 6% |
| 13 | SYMONS, Jessica | 1881 | 5 |
Trustee of the Red Deer Catholic Separate School Division, Red Deer Area Ward
| # | Candidate Name | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ANDREW, Chris | 2020 | 14% |
| 2 | MACDONALD, Brenda | 1354 | 10% |
| 3 | REED, Martin (Marty) | 1082 | 8% |
| 4 | LEYSON, Cynthia | 1050 | 8% |
| 5 | HUBER, Emily | 1037 | 7% |
| 6 | HOLLMAN, Murray | 1036 | 7% |
| 7 | DONOVAN, Matthew | 1021 | 7% |
| 8 | GROENEN, John | 974 | 7% |
| 9 | STEEVES, Rod | 921 | 7% |
| 10 | PASULA, Kim | 911 | 7% |
| 11 | BECK, Gabriel | 825 | 6% |
| 12 | HUNTER, Ashley | 811 | 6% |
News release from the City of Red Deer
Voters are encouraged to plan their vote and allow a little extra time at the polls this Election Day, Monday, October 20.
Because this year’s election uses Alberta’s new Permanent Elector Registry, voting may take slightly longer than in previous years. Municipalities are required to provide updated voter information back to the province after the election. As a result, many voters will be asked to complete an Elector Register Form (Form 13) at the voting station — even if they are already registered to vote. This ensures that voter information is accurate and up to date. Once the registry information has been updated, all forms are securely shredded.
Additionally, the Permanent Elector Registry is not shared with local school boards, so anyone voting for a School Board Trustee must also complete an Elector Register Form (Form 13).
We appreciate voters’ patience as our election teams work to ensure every eligible voter can cast their ballot accurately and securely. Once the voting process begins, most voters complete their vote in about 10 minutes.
To help avoid lineups, voters can visit Red Deer Elections website to check real-time wait times at each voting station and choose the location with the shortest line.
Anyone who arrives at a polling station and joins a line before 8 p.m. will be able to vote.
Thank you for your understanding and for taking the time to make your voice heard in Red Deer’s 2025 Municipal and School Board Election.
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