Media
News coverage and interviews with Michael Reid
Visit to RYZR Barbershop Downtown
October 10, 2025
Stopped by RYZR Barbershop downtown for a fresh cut from Moe. This is exactly the kind of vibrant local business we want to see thriving in our downtown core - bringing energy, excellent service, and community connection to our city center.
Rogers TV Medicine Hat Interview with Wesley Pratt
October 9, 2025
In this comprehensive interview with Wesley Pratt, I discussed my path to politics, experience as a downtown business owner, and priorities for City Council including transparency, fiscal responsibility, and economic development.
Bring Back the Porch Podcast Interview
October 9, 2025
I spoke with Brian from Bring Back the Porch about my journey to Medicine Hat, the decision to open our business downtown, and what led me to run for City Council. We discussed the challenges facing local businesses and my vision for making Medicine Hat more business-friendly.
Visit BringBackThePorch.com for more great local conversations.
2025 Municipal Election Forum
September 24, 2025 • Southeast Alberta Chamber of Commerce
Watch my participation in the Municipal Election Forum where I discussed key issues facing Medicine Hat, including downtown revitalization, fiscal responsibility, and community engagement. The video starts at my session (1:57:25).
Community TV Interview
I had a wonderful conversation with Alex and Thomas from Community TV about my vision for Medicine Hat's future. We discussed my background as an educator, my experience as a downtown business owner, and my commitment to bringing fresh perspectives to City Council.
Thank you Alex and Thomas for this opportunity, putting this together, and making my first video interview a positive and fun experience.
Campaign Conversations
Join me in conversations about the issues that matter most to Medicine Hat residents.
Transit & City Services Discussion
Discussing Medicine Hat's transit system and city services improvements.
Morning Walk at YogaRevolution
A morning conversation about downtown revitalization from our YogaRevolution studio.
Community Meet & Greets
HALO Ambulance - Candidates in the Cockpit
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 • 5:30-7:00 PM
Thank you HALO for hosting "Candidates in the Cockpit" - a wonderful evening providing an opportunity to meet, chat and socialize with fellow candidates and community members while learning about this essential emergency service.
Fruitful Specialty Shop - Candidate Meet & Greet
Thursday, September 26, 2025 • 6:30-8:00 PM • Downtown 2nd Street
Joined fellow candidates for an evening of community conversations at Fruitful downtown. It was wonderful meeting residents and discussing our visions for Medicine Hat's future in such a warm and welcoming local business setting.
Press Coverage & Articles
"Councilor candidate Reid wants more council communication in Medicine Hat"
CHAT News Today • September 17, 2025
In this interview, I discussed my priorities for City Council including improving communication, increasing productivity, and ensuring fiscal accountability. I emphasized the importance of transparency and bringing everyone to the table to ensure decisions are made in the best interest of our community.
Read Full Article →"New-ish Hatter dove in quickly, wants to immerse himself entirely"
Medicine Hat News • August 21, 2025
Anna Smith profiles my journey to Medicine Hat and my "both feet first" approach to community involvement. The article highlights my focus on fiscal responsibility, efficiency, and solution-based governance, along with my commitment to building bridges between city organizations and services.
Read Full Article →Municipal Policy Contribution
Featured contributor to the Southeast Alberta Chamber of Commerce's Municipal Policy revision, addressing barriers to business growth and regulatory efficiency.
Downtown Voice Leadership
Leading initiatives to revitalize downtown Medicine Hat through the Downtown Voice business group, promoting vibrancy and economic growth.
Media Inquiries
For media inquiries, interview requests, or campaign information, please contact:
michaelreidmh@gmail.com