Red Deer

Welcome to Red Deer, Alberta – experience the tranquility of smaller cities without sacrificing urban conveniences. Located halfway between Calgary and Edmonton, the Red Deer area offers a unique blend of small town charm and vibrant lifestyle.

Green Space Galore

Red Deer is known for its extensive park system and trails, ideal for outdoor activities like biking, walking, and cross-country skiing. Bower Ponds and Waskasoo Park are local favorites.

Economic Opportunity

With a diverse economy centered around manufacturing and health care, Red Deer offers numerous job opportunities in various sectors. Its strategic location also makes it a hub for logistics and distribution.

Vibrant Community

Red Deer exhibits a strong sense of community and a rich cultural scene. Enjoy local festivals, community events, and a range of recreational facilities that cater to all ages.

Affordable & Friendly

Offering a lower cost of living than larger cities, the Red Deer area is a great place for families and individuals looking for quality amenities without the big city hustle.

Affortable living meets high quality of life.

Red Deer is one of the most affordable cities in Canada, with a cost of living index almost 3% lower than Edmonton. Some of the surrounding communities – like Oxford Landing in Penhold – are even more affordable, especially when it comes to home prices. Couple affordability with economic growth, great amenities and excellent educational facilities, and you have one of Canada’s best places to live according to MoneySense Magazine. Red Deer’s friendly atmosphere makes settling in easy and enjoyable.

Location, location, location.

Red Deer and area communities are ideally located on the Queen Elizabeth II Highway at the midway point between Edmonton & Calgary, providing easy access to the rest of Alberta. Over 80% of Alberta’s population is within a two hour drive of Red Deer, making it popular as a central warehousing and transportation hub for many businesses.

Ample green space.

The Red Deer area has a ton of outdoor activities to offer residents and visitors. The Waskasoo Park system has over 110 km of pathways to explore and is complemented by 100s of acres of parks, including Bower Ponds, Kin Kanyon, McKenzie Trails and the Gaetz Lake Sanctuary.

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