27Jul

Featured Vendor: Sylvan Star Cheese

July 27, 2022By

This week’s featured vendor is Sylvan Star Cheese!

We caught up with them at last week’s market to learn a bit more about their business!

Sylvan Star Cheese.

What kind of products do you sell?  

Handmade Cheese

What is your “must try” product? What makes this product unique? 

Herb & Garlic / Gouda 

Tell us an interesting, fun fact about your business: 

We are located right in Sylvan Lake, and we come from generations of cheese makers.

Can you find your product anywhere else? Where can we find you online? 

You can find us at other markets, online, and at our store front: 39008 Range Rd 10, Alberta T4E 0G4

What is your favourite thing about being in Downtown Red Deer?  

The great atmosphere, and returning customers!

 

Be sure to check them out at this week’s market and stay tuned for next week’s featured vendor!

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25Jul

Business Spotlight:  Ewyn Weight-Loss Studios

July 25, 2022By

1. What is your business?

Ewyn Weight-Loss Studios support clients on their weight-loss journey through programing, healthy eating, stress management and much more; they are a hub for healthy living.

2. When did your business open?

This Ewyn studio opened in 2017, but Natalie has been running it since 2019

3. What makes your business unique?

Stabilization and maintenance are what make Ewyn’s weight-loss different, working with clients to reach their goals than helping them maintain the perfect balance for their individualized goals to make weight loss truly sustainable.

4. What are some products/services that you offer?

A FREE consultation followed by individual programming per client to help them reach their goals of healthy living and weight loss.

5. Why did you choose Downtown Red Deer as the location for your business?

The business was already placed downtown when I took over, but I do find that we get about 15-20% of our business from people stating they saw us as they drove by.

6. What do you think makes Downtown vibrant?

The greenery and opportunity for living an active lifestyle with the tails and outside gyms.

7. Finish this sentence: I love Downtown Red Deer because…

I love the downtown Market, and it has such a sense of community and fresh, inexpensive vegetables. I often recommend it to my clients.

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20Jul

Featured Vendor: Vin L Den

July 20, 2022By

This week’s featured vendor is Vin L Den!

We caught up with them at last week’s market to learn a bit more about their business!

Vin L Den.

What kind of products do you sell?  

Band merch: records, band t-shirts, posters, patches, and Tv/DVDs

What is your “must try” product? What makes this product unique? 

Vintage Records

Tell us an interesting, fun fact about your business: 

Only business that cleans Vinyl! And replaces inner & outer liners.

We have been at the Market for 3 years!

Can you find your product anywhere else? Where can we find you online? 

Phone to arrange in store shopping:  825.706.3345

4919 49th Street, Red Deer

What is your favourite thing about being in Downtown Red Deer?  

Great people! 

 

Be sure to check them out at this week’s market and stay tuned for next week’s featured vendor!

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18Jul

Business Spotlight: Living Sounds Hearing Centre

July 18, 2022By

What is your business? 

Living Sounds Hearing Centre is a leading hearing healthcare clinic. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to helping our clients improve how they hear and communicate with the world around them. We treat each client uniquely, offering personalized hearing care that includes diagnostic evaluations, education, and rehabilitation tools which help us customize the right hearing solution to meet their needs.

When did your business open? 

Living Sounds was formed in 2002 in Edmonton. Through the years, it has grown to become one of the largest hearing health centers in Alberta with over 20 locations throughout Central Alberta and Greater Edmonton. In January 2021, our team joined forces with an existing hearing healthcare clinic, located in Red Deer, that had been operating for over 10 years.

What makes your business unique? 

At Living Sounds Hearing Centre, we believe that everyone’s journey to better hearing is unique, and that hearing loss is about more than just hearing aids. We understand the challenges our clients are facing and the impact that hearing loss can have on their lives. Our experienced team of hearing care professionals will walk you through the first steps of setting up a hearing evaluation and if additional services are needed, we will guide you every step of the way to better hearing with honesty and respect.

What are some products/services that you offer? 

In addition to offering a full line of hearing aids and devices to fit all budgets, we also provide audiological testing, counselling, and hearing protection products.

Why did you choose Downtown Red Deer as the location for your business?

This central location makes it easy for Red Deer residents, no matter what part of the city they live it, to visit and shop downtown.  We felt it was important to bring our essential service of hearing healthcare to the most accessible area of the city.

What do you think makes Downtown vibrant? 

The diversity of the businesses in downtown Red Deer make it an interesting and lively location to operate. Plus, the work done by the Downtown Business Association to keep the area clean, add colour with planters and organize events attracts people to visit downtown.

Finish this sentence: I love Downtown Red Deer because… 

It showcases the pride the residents have for the city they live in. The city hall park is beautiful in all seasons and is a draw for residents and visitors. Ross Street patio is a great place to enjoy local cuisine, local music and spend time with family and friends.

 

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13Jul

Featured Vendor of the Week: Caroline Meats

July 13, 2022By

This week’s featured vendor is Caroline Meats

We caught up with them at last week’s market to learn a bit more about their business!

Caroline Meats

What kind of products do you sell? 

All kinds of meat and sausages. Smoked pork chops, smokies, pepperoni, salami, jerky, steaks, roasts, ribs, etc.

What is your “best selling” product?

Pepperoni, bacon, and steak

Tell us an interesting, fun fact about your business? 

Everything we have is home-made in our store. We buy local beef and pigs only.

Where are you located and/or can you find your products at other locations? 

We are located in Caroline, AB: 5111 50th Ave

What is your favourite thing about the Downtown Red Deer Market? 

The crowds!

Be sure to check them out at this week’s market and stay tuned for next week’s featured vendor!
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06Jul

Featured Vendor: Sawback Brewing Co.

July 6, 2022By

This week’s featured vendor is Sawback Brewing Co.

We caught up with them at last week’s market to learn a bit more about their business!

Sawback Brewing Co.

What kind of products do you sell? 

World Class Beer

What is your “best selling” product?

Ross Street Patio Beer

Tell us an interesting, fun fact about your business? 

Sawback is named after the Sawback Mountain Range where the Canadian Rockies meet the Red Deer River

Where are you located and/or can you find your products at other locations? 

We have a store front: 7023 Johnstone Drive, Red Deer, Alberta, T4P-0L9

As well you can buy our Ross Street Patio Beer sold at Ross Street Patio Resturants!

What is your favourite thing about the Downtown Red Deer Market? 

Talking to the Red Deer community about our Beer!

Be sure to check them out at this week’s market and stay tuned for next week’s featured vendor!
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04Jul

Business Spotlight: Massage Above All

July 4, 2022By

This week’s Business Spotlight shines on Massage Above All an excellent place to heal and relax with truly professional staff. 

1. What is your business?

We are a Professional Therapeutic and Holistic Massage clinic serving Central Alberta in Downtown Red Deer since 1995.

2. When did your business open?

Originally opened in a small rental space in 1995, as we grew, it became apparent that we would need to expand. We purchased and completely renovated our current 2525 sq ft property with our clients in mind. Each treatment is spacious, clean and meets all health standards as per AHS.

3. What makes your business unique?

We are a local Massage Clinic that owns our property and has thrived in the Downtown for some 27 years: 6 treatment rooms spacious lobby. Our therapists are registered with professional associations, and as such, we can direct bill to most insurance companies. *Some conditions apply*

4. What are some products/services that you offer?

We offer Professional Massage Therapy services, including Therapeutic, Relaxation, Lymphatic, Hot Stone, Couples Massage, Reflexology, Cupping, and Craniosacral therapy.

We also offer fair trade merchandise from around the world. Stop in and see

5. Why did you choose Downtown Red Deer as the location for your business?

Personally, I chose the Downtown because our family has owned and operated businesses since 1974 when we moved to Red Deer from Calgary when my parents took over Red Deer Auction Co Ltd.

6. What do you think makes Downtown vibrant?

The unique and friendly businesses and business owners and staff.

7. Finish this sentence: I love Downtown Red Deer because…

It is the core of the city, close to home. A vibrant community with eclectic and unique shopping experiences.

For more information

Massage Above All Incorp.

Facebook – Massage Above All | Facebook

Twitter –@MassageAboveAll

Check back next week for another business spotlight! If you want to see your Downtown business spotlighted, please get in touch with us at 403-340-8696 or info@downtownreddeer.com.

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29Jun

Featured Vendor: West Country Kettle Corn

June 29, 2022By

This week’s featured vendor is West Country Kettle Corn

We caught up with them at last week’s market to learn a bit more about their business!

West Country Kettle Corn.

What kind of products do you sell? 

Popcorn! Flavored & Unflavored

What is your “best selling” product?

Dill Pickle Ranch

Tell us an interesting, fun fact about your business? 

We are a couple owned business, that has served at this market for 12 years! We introduced flavored popcorn 4 years ago.

Where are you located and/or can you find your products at other locations? 

You can find us at 6 different markets around Central Alberta, and in 3 stores around Gull Lake.

How long have you been a part of the Downtown Red Deer Market? 

12 Years!

What is your favourite thing about the Downtown Red Deer Market? 

All of our great customers & getting to know some of the street people!

Be sure to check them out at this week’s market and stay tuned for next week’s featured vendor!
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28Jun

GIVE AWAY!

June 28, 2022By

Instagram Contest Rules

Eligibility
THIS RANDOM DRAW IS FREE TO ENTER
The Downtown Red Deer Instagram Contest is open to all residents of Canada. Any comment that infringes upon Instagram’s Terms of Service will not be eligible to participate in the contest and will be reported. All participants must be over the age of 18 and willing to produce ID on pick-up.

Requirements

  • Must follow @DowntownRedDeer on Instagram
  • Must like the original Instagram contest post
  • Must meet criteria as outlined in Eligibility

Logistics and Prizes

The contest will be closed on July 18th at 12:59 pm. This contest will run from July 1st 2022 to July 18th 2022

On July 19th, 2022, staff at the Downtown Business Association will choose the winner of the contest at random using a random picker online system. The winner will be direct messaged Via Instagram. Prizes will not be shipped and must be collected in person. When prizes are collected, bring photo identification and proof that the Instagram account belongs to you (please have your account handy on your mobile device or laptop computer). Prizes will be collected on June 20th or 21st in coordination with a DBA staff during normal business hours. Prizes must be accepted as awarded and cannot be transferred, assigned, substituted or redeemed for cash.

Property of Submissions

By commenting on the contest post, the contestant is implying consent to being contacted and tagged on Instagram. Instagram is in no way involved in this contest and the DBA recognizes the complete release of Instagram.

Use of entries

The Red Deer Downtown Business Association acknowledges that Instagram has in no way sponsored this contest and is in no way involved. The Red Deer Downtown Business Association agrees not to use any information gathered for unintended purposes. The Red Deer Downtown Business Association recognizes that the only intended purpose is for contact and notification of the prize winner of the Westerner Day’s All Day Ride Passes Contest.

Please email ashley.cheverie@downtownreddeer.com with any questions concerning the contest or the rules of the contest.

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27Jun

Business Spotlight: MCG Careers

June 27, 2022By

This week’s Business Spotlight shines on MCG careers; This amazing company is helping Albertans get back to work! They offer many programs geared at getting their clients into good employment. all of their services are at no cost.

When did your business open? 

MCG has been around since 1989. This office opened for business June 1st, 2022, in a new location with new programming.  

    

 

What makes your business unique? 

Our mission is innovative career development training and human resource services which enable individuals and companies to achieve their full potential.  

 

 

What are some products/services that you offer?   

Resume/cover letter – resources, professional development recognition programs, communication skills, job search techniques, everything we can do to help people with employment.  

 

 

Why did you choose Downtown Red Deer as the location for your business?  

Easy access to non-profit and clients 

What do you think makes Downtown vibrant?  

The amazing businesses, the people, the history and the no-cost activities 

 

 

Finish this sentence; I love downtown red deer because… 

Of its history and quaintness. The flowers baskets, street markets and entertainment 

 

For more information call click or come in

MCG Careers | See Good Things

# 105 – 4807 – 50th Ave.

Red Deer,  AB  T4N 4A5

Direct : 403-304-9252

www.mcgcareers.com

 

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