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NewsCity conducts 2026 count to map local homelessness trends
The City of Red Deer and partners are conducting the 2026 Point-in-Time Homeless Count. This effort gathers data by enumerating people across various locations, including shelters and encampments. The resulting information will help identify trends for future service delivery planning in the area.
CentralAlbertaOnline.com · Oct 9, 2026
EconomyUnemployment rate drops to 6.3 percent in September
Red Deer's unemployment rate fell a full percentage point to 6.3 per cent during September. This figure is based on the three-month moving average released by Statistics Canada. The city also added 1,200 jobs since August, according to the Red Deer Advocate.
Red Deer Advocate · Oct 9, 2026
NewsStudents build cars at technology camp in Red Deer
Grade 8 students attended a hands-on technology camp at Red Deer Polytechnic. During the Drive the Circuit camp, participants assembled motorized cars using skills like soldering and electrical circuits. This experience helped develop problem-solving abilities for their future learning paths.
Education News Canada · Oct 9, 2026
NewsTeachers prepare for new curriculum starting in fall 2027
Red Deer Public Schools teachers are preparing for Alberta's new Grade 7-9 curriculum beginning in fall 2027. Educators are collaborating to develop resources covering areas like Math and Financial Literacy. These changes will affect how students receive their education locally
CentralAlbertaOnline.com · Oct 10, 2026

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[1] Red Deer Public Prepares for New Grade 7-9 Curriculum Implementation · CentralAlbertaOnline.com
[2] Grade 8 Students Build and Program Cars at Technology Camp · Education News Canada
[3] Red Deer Conducts 2026 Point-in-Time Homeless Count · CentralAlbertaOnline.com
[4] Red Deer Unemployment Rate Drops to 6.3 Per Cent in September · Red Deer Advocate

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Red Deer Public Prepares for New Grade 7-9 Curriculum Implementation

Teachers in Red Deer Public Schools are preparing for Alberta's new Grade 7-9 curriculum ahead of fall 2027. Educators are collaborating to develop resources and some are volunteering to pilot new materials. The changes include Social Studies, Mathematics, Career Education and Financial Literacy, and Physical Education and Wellness.

EducationPublished Oct 10, 12:00 AMAdded Oct 12, 3:58 AM

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CentralAlbertaOnline.comOct 10, 12:00 AM

Grade 8 Students Build and Program Cars at Technology Camp

Two dozen Grade 8 students from Normandeau School and Escuela Vista Grande attended a hands-on technology camp at Red Deer Polytechnic. During the Drive the Circuit camp, students assembled motorized cars, applying skills in electrical circuits and soldering. The experience helped develop problem-solving abilities for future learning paths.

EducationPublished Oct 9, 12:00 AMAdded Oct 12, 3:58 AM

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Education News CanadaOct 9, 12:00 AM

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