The Red Deer RCMP is urging families in Red Deer, Alberta, to prioritize safety while attending local events and enjoying outdoor activities during the 2026 Family Day long weekend. Police issued the advisory on February 13, 2026, to help prevent injuries and property crime while the city hosts thousands of visitors for various holiday celebrations.
For those heading onto frozen lakes or ponds, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police suggest checking the ice thickness first and staying away from areas with moving water or visible cracks. Families are also encouraged to wear helmets for winter sports like skating and sledding to help lower the demand on local emergency services.
The safety reminders come during a busy weekend that includes the 25th Annual Family Day Indoor Soccer Tournament, organized by the Red Deer City Soccer Association. Other community gatherings include a Red Deer Rebels hockey game and the Family Picnic Day at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery on February 16, 2026.
To help prevent theft, police are reminding residents to lock their vehicle doors and keep all valuable items out of sight when parked at public venues. This advice follows a specific project started by the police crime reduction team on January 25, 2026, to help lower the number of stolen vehicles in the community.
