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130 Years of Community Spirit: A Tribute to the Red Deer District Chamber In the 1890s Alberta, oak barrels were widely used for transporting goods like whisky, beer, grains, and salted meats due to their durability and ease of handling. The rounded design allowed easy stacking and rolling, essential for railway and horse-drawn transport. In 1894, a group of visionary business leaders, including the influential Raymond L. Gaetz, founded the Red Deer Board of Trade. Goods transported in barrels were part of trade deals happening on a regular basis. Their goal was to foster a thriving community and economy in the heart of Alberta. The Red Deer Chamber of Commerce initially focused on advocating for essential infrastructure like railways and utilities, it laid the groundwork for the city’s economic growth. In 1953, the organization rebranded as the Red Deer Chamber of Commerce, reflecting its expanded mission to support local businesses. Now, as it celebrates its 130th anniversary, it has transitioned to the Red Deer District Chamber, signifying its commitment to serving not only Red Deer but also the surrounding region, fostering a vibrant business environment for all. Throughout the decades, the Chamber has fostered initiatives like the “Red Deer Buck” campaign to boost local spending, hosted popular community events like trade fairs, and supported significant projects like the Red Deer Museum. With events such as Agri-Trade, the Chamber has kept Red Deer connected and thriving. 130 years later, the legacy of oak barrels in Alberta lives on—especially at Diony Distillery, where each one is filled with our liquid gold: whisky crafted from premium Alberta grains. Every barrel tells a story of Central Alberta’s rich resources and heritage, a story that resonates in every sip of our international award-winning whisky. Since 2018, we've been quietly perfecting our Canadian whisky, and just under a year ago, we finally shared it with the world. Today, we're honored to be recognized by the 130-year-old chamber as the New Business of the Year for 2024. This award celebrates not only our journey but the incredible potential of Alberta to produce world-class products & services such as whisky. Here’s to the legacy of the past 130 years—and to all that’s still to come for businesses, both old and new, across Red Deer and surrounding areas. Pictures are from @Red Deer Archives #RedDeerArchives #reddeerchamber #centralalberta #centralalbertabusiness #reddeer #canadianwhisky #canadianwhiskey #communityspirits #doinydistillery