Red Deer's Final Southeast Master Planned Community
A New Chapter for Red Deer's South Side
It’s official! In September 2025, Red Deer City Council approved Bower Woods, a thoughtfully designed master-planned community by Melcor Developments Ltd.
Set along the Piper Creek corridor, Bower Woods will bring over 800 new homes, 59 acres of park space, and a $500 million economic boost to the region over the next decade.
Bower Woods is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a neighbourhood that balances growth with environmental preservation. We’re proud to protect the Piper Creek corridor while offering new housing choices, vibrant green spaces, and a commercial hub that will serve residents and surrounding communities.
Gregg Broks, Regional Manager of Community Development
Rooted in History...and Nature
The name Bower Woods honours the Bower family, whose legacy of stewardship and quiet philanthropy shaped Red Deer’s growth. The family donated nearly 200 hectares for the Bower Wildlife Sanctuary, and their original homestead lands now form the heart of this community.
Architectural design standards will feature a modern farmhouse aesthetic, nodding to the site’s agricultural past while complementing the surrounding woodland.
A Connected, Complete Community
- ~800 new homes across a mix of housing types
- 38% of land reserved for open space — including 39 acres of preserved natural areas
- A 10-acre commercial site for local shops and services
- Direct access to the 110+ km Waskasoo Park trail system
- A new pedestrian bridge over Piper Creek
- First builder lots available Fall 2026
Red Deer Mayor Ken Johnston called the project "a shining example of what responsible, future-focused community building looks like. This project preserves our natural assets, honours our heritage, and supports Red Deer’s continued growth as a connected, livable city."