Red Deer Downtown Business Association
Downtown Business Spotlight: Advocate Law

This week’s Business Spotlight shines on Advocate Law! Located at 1-4820 47 Ave, Advocate Law offers criminal defense lawyers for those that have been charged with criminal offenses. We sat down with one of the founding lawyers, Maurice C. Collard, for more information about the business!
What is your business?
We are criminal trial lawyers. We help people who have been charged with criminal offenses through the justice system.
When did you open?
November of 2016.
What would you say makes your business unique?
We are a boutique criminal law firm. Criminal defense is the only service we offer as lawyers. It allows us to dedicate all our time and energy on one area of law so that we can get the best results for our clients.
What are some products/services that you offer?
We offer criminal defense against all Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act charges as well we are able to help people get pardons or record suspensions. The services that we offer start from pre-charge advice, to bail, to docket appearances, to negotiations with the Crown, to trials, to resolutions of matters and appeals.
Why did you choose Downtown Red Deer as the location for your business?
We appreciate the proximity to the Courthouse and other offices of justice stakeholders. As well, we think the Downtown office serves our clients better as many of them come from throughout Central Alberta.
What do you think makes Downtown vibrant?
I think one of the key pieces of Downtown Red Deer is City Hall Park. It is enjoyable throughout the summer and into the winter, with both the flowers and lights. It is a center for all members of our community to congregate and enjoy their time. Working Downtown at lunch hour really allows me the opportunity to see that park being utilized to its full potential. It is a beautiful and enjoyable space.
I love Downtown Red Deer because… Downtown Red Deer offers my business the services it needs, with easy access to the Courthouse, the Red Deer Remand Centre, the Provincial Crown Prosecutor’s office, the Federal Crown Prosecutor’s office, and other lawyer’s offices all in a nearby and easy to access space.
If you or someone you know is in need of a criminal defense lawyer, contact the team at Advocate Lawyers!
Website: https://www.advocatelawyers.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdvocateLawyers/
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Red Deer DBA announces Entertainment District events

With great enthusiasm and anticipation, the Downtown Business Association (DBA) is thrilled to share some exciting updates and plans for the future! After careful consideration and a deep understanding of our community’s needs, we are here to announce our latest developments.
Firstly, while we understand the disappointment caused by the cancellation of the upcoming season of the Downtown Saturday Market, we want to assure you that this decision was made with the utmost care and consideration. Our valued vendors and attendees have shown incredible support and enthusiasm for this new venture, and for that, we are truly grateful.
Though we faced time constraints and logistical challenges that hindered our ability to organize the event effectively, we have not lost sight of our mission to bring joy and entertainment to the community. Our plans for the Wednesday Market remain unchanged and we are are thrilled to inform you that the music programming meant for Saturday market entertainment will continue to thrive!
Every Saturday from 2-4pm, the public patio will come alive with soul-stirring performances from amazing artists from all over Central Alberta and beyond. Best of all, this event is free and open to the public, inviting everyone to share in the magic of live music. This will be in addition to the regularly scheduled Tuesday – Friday Programming, with an extra special open mic night every Thursday evening. Friday’s will take it up a notch with business-led events that will make your evenings truly unforgettable.
We have an incredible lineup of events and activities planned for this summer to enhance your enjoyment of the Ross Street Patio, day and night. To stay up-to-date with all the showtimes and artist line-ups, we encourage you to follow us on our social media channels.
In addition, our Host-It! Program offers community partners the opportunity to use the stage every Saturday throughout the summer. Imagine the possibilities—music, theatre, art galleries, and so much more. We are committed to providing a platform for diverse activities that will invigorate the heart of our downtown. And let’s not forget the festivals! The Downtown Business Association is proud to support several upcoming festivals on Ross Street and nearby this summer. These celebrations will infuse the area with a joyful and festive atmosphere, attracting thousands of visitors to revel in the excitement. After immersing yourself in these vibrant events, the Ross Street Patio will be the perfect spot to unwind and savor a refreshing beverage.
Our little Entertainment District has flourished, and we couldn’t be prouder. The first full summer season with this new bylaw in place promises to be an absolute triumph, as we are still the only Entertainment District in Alberta.
Looking ahead, the DBA remains dedicated to fostering a vibrant and thriving downtown. We are already hard at work planning an afternoon market for next year based on valuable community feedback. This revised schedule will provide vendors with greater flexibility and the opportunity to participate in other morning markets. We are committed to announcing and implementing these efforts earlier, ensuring that vendors have ample time to plan their seasons accordingly.
Together, as a united community, we will continue to create successful opportunities for all. Let’s embrace the vibrant future that awaits us and build a downtown that will inspire and uplift us all.
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