In this episode, I sit down with Red Deer resident and former City Council candidate Ryan Laloge for an honest, unfiltered conversation about life in Red Deer, affordability, unemployment, municipal politics, and what people actually expect from their local government.

In this episode, Calvin Goulet-Jones sits down with Red Deer mayoral candidate Gareth Scott to talk about leadership, collaboration, and community vision.

Gareth shares his background in negotiations, his focus on family values, and why transparency in governance matters more than ever. Together, they explore key issues shaping Central Alberta — housing, homelessness, youth innovation, and economic development — and discuss how cutting red tape can create opportunity and growth.

It’s an insightful conversation about leadership rooted in compassion, truth, and collaboration — and a shared hope for Red Deer’s future as Alberta’s next thriving hub.

In this episode, Calvin Goulet-Jones sits down with Gail Parks, who has officially announced her candidacy for Red Deer City Council. With nearly a decade of council experience behind her — including serving on Red Deer City Council from 2007 to 2010 — Gail shares what she’s learned and how she hopes to bring that knowledge to Red Deer’s challenges today.

Together, Calvin and Gail discuss:

• The importance of council accountability and transparency

• Red Deer’s challenges with crime, downtown revitalization, and affordability

• How stronger standing committees could improve decision-making

• The Housing Accelerator Fund and its impact on heritage neighbourhoods

• Policing, frontline staff input, and the role of committees in budgeting

This candid conversation highlights Gail’s passion for the city, her clear-eyed approach to issues of safety and responsibility, and her commitment to serving the community she loves.

🎧 Listen now and hear two candidates talk openly about Red Deer’s challenges, opportunities, and the path forward.