Valley Times Local reporting, notices, events, and community promotion across Drumheller and the Alberta Badlands.
Pricing

Pricing

Valley Times pricing is built around format, timing, placement, and the kind of visibility you need, whether you are planning a print ad, digital campaign, sponsored content, directory listing, event push, classified, or notice.

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Overview

How Valley Times pricing conversations work

Valley Times pricing is built around format, timing, placement, and the kind of visibility you need, whether you are planning a print ad, digital campaign, sponsored content, directory listing, event push, classified, or notice.

  • Compare the job each format does before you compare the cost alone.
  • Ask about timing, placement, creative needs, and repeat visibility when you review options.
  • Use the media kit and contact to narrow the right starting point.
Choose the goal first

The right quote starts with the outcome you want, such as store traffic, attendance, awareness, notice visibility, or recurring brand presence.

Match the format to the audience

Print, digital placements, sponsored content, classifieds, directory placements, and newsletters all play different roles depending on who you need to reach and how quickly you need response.

Confirm timing and creative support

A practical quote also considers schedule, available artwork, run length, and whether you need help shaping the message.

Format Highlights

Where this option fits

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Print and display advertising

Traditional placements still matter when you want familiar local visibility and a strong community setting.

View print advertising

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Digital and sponsored options

Digital placements and sponsored content help you support launches, reminders, and targeted local visibility.

View digital advertising

Notices and listings

Classifieds, obituaries, directories, and event listings need a pricing conversation that reflects the format and urgency.

Explore notices and listings

Common Questions

Practical answers before you commit

Why are there no fixed rates on this page?

Placement needs vary, so the best quote depends on format, timing, size, frequency, and the outcome you want.

Can I combine print and digital options?

Yes. Many local campaigns work better when more than one placement format supports the same message.

What should I send before asking for pricing?

Share your audience, timing, message, and the page or format you are considering so the next step is easier to outline.

Build the next step around your actual goal

Share your project details, budget range if you have one, and the audience you want to reach. We will help narrow the best local option.