Community Gardens
Welcome to the Bower Community Gardens, a vibrant space where residents can grow their own plants and connect with neighbors. Located at 460 Barrett Drive, right across from Bower Mall and the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, our gardens feature twelve raised community plots available for use. Join us in the spring when applications for garden plots open, and embrace the joy of gardening while enjoying the great outdoors! See below for more details.
Thank you to Enviro Containers and Recycling Solutions of Innisfail for donating the water container for the gardens, and to The City of Red Deer for keeping the water container full for the gardeners.




Cost
The cost to book a garden plot is $25 for the season. The plots are available first to Bower residents until April 15th and then it will be open to other Red Deer residents.
Garden season is from May 1st (or earlier, depending on the weather) to Oct 15th.
Inquiries
For any questions regarding the Bower Community Gardens, or to inquire about booking a plot, contact gardens@bowercommunity.ca or complete the contact form below.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is Bower-Kin Place located?85 Boyce Street Red Deer, AB https://goo.gl/maps/zEaU3MjD5B8x8yRr5
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What is the layout of the facility?
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What are the dimensions of the hall?Please check back for updated information.
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What can I use in the kitchen?Thanks to some amazing community support and fundraising, our kitchen was fully renovated in 2024. Rental of the kitchen includes the use of a fridge with freezer, stove, microwave, dishwasher with 30 minute express cycle, double sink, ample counter space, and a window opening to the hall. There are 2 - 30 cup urns for renters to use, as well as a small electric kettle and 12-cup coffee maker (uses cone filters). We do not supply plates or other dinnerware, cups, utensils, or tablecloths.
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What washroom facilities are available?The hall has access to two washrooms. The first washroom has 1 stall and urinals, and the second washroom has 3 stalls. Each washroom includes an accessible stall and change tables.
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What is included when you book the hall?If you book the hall, you also have access to the kitchen, 2 washrooms, a coat room, and the items listed below. TABLES & CHAIRS • 10 - 2' x 6' rectangular tables • 2 - 2' x 3' rectangular tables • 11 - 60" round tables • 1 - 2' x 8' rectangular table • 100 chairs • 3 high chairs KITCHEN EQUIPMENT - Stove - Microwave - Fridge with freezer - Sink - Dishwasher CONSUMABLE ITEMS SUPPLIED - Paper Towel - Toilet Paper - Hand Soap - Dish Soap - Disinfectant Spray - Hand Sanitizer - Garbage Bags/Cans OTHER ITEMS - Mounted Projector Screen - Piano - Mop - Broom - Step Stool - Wifi - First Aid Kit We have access to a sound system for in-house rentals for an additional fee - please message bookings@bowercommunity.ca to inquire!
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What outdoor amenities are available?In the southeast corner of the building right behind the hall, there is a concrete patio with benches as well as 2 firepits and picnic tables. On the grounds, there are 2 playgrounds, 2 basketball courts, soccer pitches, a ball diamond, and walking trails. In the winter, there are two boarded ice rinks with lights. Please note that all outdoor amenities are for public use and therefore you may have to share these spaces.
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Does the hall have air conditioning?No, however thanks to its concrete construction, the hall stays quite comfortable even through the summer. If needed, we do have floor fans available to position throughout the hall as well as an exhaust fan that can be turned on to draw hot air out of the hall.
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What tables & chairs are available?In addition to 100 chairs, the hall has the following tables available for use: 10 - 2' x 6' rectangular tables 2 - 2' x 3' rectangular tables 11 - 60" round tables 1 - 2' x 8' rectangular table
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Can alcohol be served and consumed in the Bower-Kin Place?Yes but a liquor license must be provided to the Bookings Coordinator. To apply for a AGLC liquor permit, click here. We also require the purchase of Party Liquor insurance for the event.
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What is the fire code capacity?The hall side of the facility maximum occupancy load is: Space with Non-Fixed Seats - 155 Space with Non-Fixed Seats/Tables - 122 Dining/Beverage - 97
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Is there WIFI available?Yes! The bookings coordinator will give you the details.
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What are the rental rates?All bookings require a $200 security deposit (cash or cheque). Hall & Kitchen: The hall can be rented for $40.00 per hour for a minimum of 3 hours. Members of the BPCA can rent the hall for $35.00. On Saturdays, there is only a full day rental price of $400.00. Members of the BPCA can rent on Saturdays for $375.00. See the About Us page for criteria on how to become a member.
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What payment methods are accepted?The BPCA accepts cheque, cash, or e-transfer. E-transfers can be sent to treasurer@bowercommunity.ca, cheques can be made out to Bower Place Community Association, and cash deliveries can be arranged by messaging bookings@bowercommunity.ca.
Bower Community Gardens
Apply for a garden plot this spring!
Located at 460 Barrett Drive