Red Deer
Red Deer Regional Airport excited to expand and host CF Snowbirds in July
Submitted by the Red Deer Regional Airport
Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF) Reports Another Successful Year and Creates Opportunities for Future Development
On Wednesday, May 10, Red Deer Regional Airport officials held their Annual Public Meeting at the Red Deer Regional Airport’s FBO Terminal and highlighted the beginning of the expansion project in 2022, continued expansion plans for the upcoming year and community leadership.
Graham Ingham, Red Deer Regional Airport CEO states, “We are very happy with what transpired in 2022, despite Runway 17/35 being closed for a significant amount of time, operating revenue was only down slightly. However, thanks to several cost savings initiatives, net income was right on target. Construction of the remaining work to complete phase one has already begun and is expected to be completed by mid July. Phase two and three of the airport’s expansion plans are expected to begin this year.”
“We continue to be heavily involved in the community through community leadership and strive to create brand awareness of our key pillars – safety, security and service,” adds Ingham.“The best way to grow your business is to help support the community, and that’s something we’re really focused on.”
In 2022, Red Deer Regional Airport supported 15 non-profit organizations with events for the community and raised over $39,000 to support them. In July 2023, Red Deer Regional Airport will be the host airport for the Red Deer Regional Airshow featuring the Canadian International Air Race Championship and Props and Pistons. This event looks to create economic benefit for the region and an opportunity to engage the community with the aviation industry. More event information and how to get involved will be available this fall.
On July 29 & 30, 2023, Red Deer Regional Airport will be the host airport for the Red Deer Regional Airshow featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, Pylon Air Racing and our popular long-time show and shine, Props and Pistons. This event looks to create economic benefit for the region and an opportunity to engage the community with the aviation industry. Watch for additional opportunities and invitations related to the Airshow in the coming month, with tickets on sale May 31.
We are excited to continue to play a significant role in helping to drive future economic growth and prosperity for Central Alberta.
This information has been included on our website at: Annual Public Meeting 2023
RCMP
Police arrest thieves using garage-door openers to access homes in Vanier, West Park, Anders Park, and Evergreen
News release from Red Deer RCMP
Red Deer RCMP charge male & female following series of break & enters
Red Deer RCMP have arrested and charged two people, following a series of residential break and enters and vehicle thefts.
Police first received a call on Sept. 23, 2025 from a resident reporting her garage had been broken into and two vehicles stolen.
Further calls to police on Sept. 29 and Oct. 6, 2025 reported residents had their purses stolen from inside vehicles parked outside, as well as a report of a stolen vehicle from outside a residence on Oct. 8th. These incidents happened in the Vanier, West Park, Anders Park South, and Evergreen neighbourhoods.
Investigation linked these reports and showed two suspects opening unlocked vehicles, taking items from inside, and using garage-door openers found in the vehicles to enter residential garages to gain access to further items, keys and vehicles.
Victims reported use of stolen credit cards and personal accounts, which led police to further video surveillance that helped identify the suspects, who were known to police.
RCMP located the suspects at a residence in the Oriole Park neighbourhood, where they were both arrested.
A search of the property resulted in police locating and seizing the following:
- Vehicle key fobs reported stolen by victims
- Purses and wallets containing multiple victim’s ID’s
- Phones, garage door openers, and other items reported stolen by victims
- Clothing worn by the suspects in surveillance footage
- A small amount of crystal methamphetamine
All three stolen vehicles have since been recovered.
Riley Badger, a 30-year-old resident of Red Deer, has been charged with:
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
- Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 x2
- Illegal Possession of Government Documents x3
- Theft, Forgery or Misuse of Credit Card
- Theft under $5000 x4
- Fail to Comply with Release Order x5
Michelle Walker, a 40-year-old resident of Red Deer, has been charged with the following:
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
- Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 x4
- Illegal possession of Government Documents x3
- Theft, Forgery or Misuse of Credit Card
- Identity Theft
- Wear disguise with intent to commit offence x2
- Fail to Comply with Release Order x6
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order x4
- Possession methamphetamine
Both Badger and Walker were remanded into custody following a Judicial Interim Release Hearing, and are scheduled to appear in court at the Alberta Court of Justice in Red Deer on Oct. 29, 2025.
RCMP encourage residents to follow the ‘9PM Routine’ by implementing a few steps into your nightly routine: remove valuables from your vehicle and ensure it is locked, check that all doors and windows are closed and locked, put away bikes and toys in your yard, turn on an exterior light.
Red Deer RCMP are committed to community safety and encourage the public to report suspicious activity and crime. If you have any information regarding crime within Red Deer, please contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.
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% |
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