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Resources & Supports
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(Updated on September 25, 2024)
At Red Deer Polytechnic, we offer a variety of resources to support the well-being of our students and staff. From mental health services to LGBTQS2+ support, we're here to help you thrive. Explore resources you can find on campus and ones available from the broader Red Deer Community below.
RDP Services and Supports | Crisis Supports | Mental Health Supports | Substance Use & Harm Reduction | LGBTQ2S+ Supports | Black Indigenous & People of Colour (BIPOC) | Domestic Violence & Abuse Supports | Career Supports | Additional Resources
On-Campus Resources & Supports
RDP Services
| Academic Support | Free tutoring for RDP students. | Room 2006G (upstairs in the Library) |
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| Accessibility Services | Advocate for accessible learning environments for students with documented disabilities affecting mobility, learning, and physical or mental health. | 403.357.3629 accessibility@rdpolytech.ca Room 1006 |
| Campus Security | Assist with campus safety, distress intervention, Safewalk, and lost or stolen items. | Non-Emergency: 403.342.3445 Emergency: 403.343.4000 Located at main entrance of RDP main campus |
| Career Education and Experience Development | Free career services for students through resume and cover letter building, interview preparation, career planning and job search workshops. | 403.342.3401 employmentservices@rdpolytech.ca Room 1204 |
| Counselling Services | Free and confidential counselling services for current students regarding mental health, addiction, trauma, etc. Free mental health education and events for students. | 403.343.4064 counselling@rdpolytech.ca Room 1402 |
| Family Room | Quiet and private space for students with children to care for their children while on campus. | Located across from Room 2500 |
| Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre | Fitness facility for every skill level or fitness goal for students and the community. | 403.356.5100 fitness@rdpolytech.ca 120 College Circle |
| Health and Wellbeing Services | Offers first aid & emergency nursing services, as well as care for all illnesses & injuries. Health and safety education & promotion including mental health, sexual health, addictions, community referrals and compliance with occupational health and safety. Access to free safer sex supplies & menstruation products. | 403.342.3427 campushealth@rdpolytech.ca Room 901 |
| Indigenous Student Services | Facilitates academic, social and cultural support for First Nations, Métis, Inuit and Non-Status learners. | 403.357.3672 indigenous.services@rdpolytech.ca Room 1009 |
| International Student Services | Information on studying in Canada, study permits, registering for courses, arranging accommodations, tutorials, etc. | 403.356.4941 international@rdpolytech.ca Room 1009 |
| Learning Skills Strategist | Professional learning strategy assistance and guidance to help students thrive. | 403.342.3136 kristine.parsons@rdpolytech.ca Room 2006G (upstairs in the Library) |
| Library | Supporting students in reaching and exceeding their academic goals, the Library offers assignment and research support, library materials, technology and study spaces. | 403.342.3344 Text: 403.800.8945 LibraryAnswers@rdpolytech.ca Room 1006 |
| Mental Health Education Coordinator | Coordinate mental health and wellness promotion, prevention and educational events for students. | 403.343.4072 samantha.cooley-morrison@rdpolytech.ca Room 1402 |
| MyWellness | Online counselling provided by the Students’ Association for all current students. | |
| Print Centre | Print and copy shop | 403.342.3302 printcentre@rdpolytech.ca Room 800 |
| Recovery On Campus | Peer connection group for students navigating recovery from addiction. This is an all-paths-to-recovery group where we value both a harm reduction and abstinence-based approach to recovering from addiction. | 403.343.4072 samantha.cooley-morrison@rdpolytech.ca The Loft – Room 2000 |
| Registrar Office | Assist with academic schedule, add/drop classes, tuition refunds and grade appeals. | 403.342.3400 registrar@rdpolytech.ca Located in main hallway of RDP main campus |
| Regulation Stations | Quiet and private spaces on campus equipped with art materials, fidgets, handouts, and resources for students experiencing distress. Located Counselling Services, Testing Services and the 1200 wing. | 403.343.4064 counselling@rdpolytech.ca |
| Residence | Events, resources and information for students in residence. | 403.342.3257 residence@rdpolytech.ca 109 College Circle |
| Serenity Room | Quiet place for students and staff to pray, meditate or reflect. | Room 2400 |
| Students’ Association | Support with appeal process, lockers/handbooks, used bookstore, benefits plan, clubs and societies, food bank and housing. | 403.342.3200 sageneral@rdpolytech.ca Room 2010 |
| Students Connect Centre | Assist with academic advising, financial support, emergency student funding, program requirements, course selection and academic planning/withdrawals. | 403.342.3254 studentconnect@rdpolytech.ca Room 1102 |
| Student Supports Intake | Provides wrap around supports and referrals to students facing any barriers such as crisis management, mental health, accessibility, safety concerns, financial concerns, basic needs, social and cultural needs. | 403.343.4064 counselling@rdpolytech.ca Room 1402 |
| Testing Services | Provide internal and external exam administration and invigilation services for courses. | 403.342.3292 testing@rdpolytech.ca Room 940 |
| RDP SAFE App | Official safety app for RDP | Available on App Store and Google Play |
Red Deer Community Resources & Supports
Crisis Supports
| Alberta Emergency Services | Police, fire, or medical emergencies for immediate support | 911 |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta Health Services Addictions Hotline | Referral service for problem use with alcohol and substances | 24/7 Line: 1.866.332.2322 |
| Central Alberta Sexual Assault Centre | Assistance and safe environment for children and families | 403.340.1124 24/7 Text Line: 1.866.956.1099 |
| Suicide Crisis Helpline | 24/7 support line for suicide prevention | Call or text 988 |
| Hope for Wellness Helpline | 24/7 immediate crisis support in English, French, Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut | 855.242.3310 |
| RCMP Red Deer City Detachment | Police for emergencies, safety checks and suicide, and reporting abuse or violence. | 403.406.2200 |
Mental Health Supports
| Canadian Mental Health Association | Mental illness, brain injury, and addiction support, education and advocacy | 403.342.2266 |
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| Catholic Social Services | Individual counseling and family support | 403.347.8844 |
| Central Alberta Recovery College | Classes and group counselling for mental health | 403.967.0473 |
| The Outreach Centre | Support and education for suicide, grief, domestic violence, family law, family crisis and housing | 403.347.2480 |
| Family Services of Central Alberta | Individual, couple and family counselling | 403.343.6400 |
| Kids Help Phone | 24/7 support line for counselling, information, referrals and more | 800.668.6868 |
| National Eating Disorders Association | 24/7 support line for individuals affected by eating disorders | 800.931.2237 Immediate Support: Text NEDA to 741741 |
| Police & Crisis Team (PACT) | Mobile mental health crisis response outreach teams with an RPM and RCMP officer | 403.406.2505 |
| Red Deer Primary Care Network | Counselling and support groups for anxiety, sleep, happiness and relationships | 403.343.9100 |
| Red Deer Regional Hospital | Medical treatment for physical or mental illness | 403.343.4422 |
| Schizophrenia Society of Alberta | Support for those affected by schizophrenia | 403.986.9440 |
| Vantage Community Services | Counselling services, transitional housing for youth, life skills training and in-house treatment for mental health issues | 403.340.8995 |
| Wellness Together Canada | Mental health and substance use support for people in Canada and Canadians abroad. Free, virtual and 24/7 | 1.866.585.0445 Immediate Crisis Support: Text WELLNESS to 741741 |
| 211 Alberta | An exploration of additional resources and supports, including referral service for financial, social, housing, food, disability, volunteer, mental health and more. | 211 |
Substance Use & Harm Reduction
| Alberta Health Services Addictions Hotline | Referral service for problem use with alcohol and substances | 24-Hour Line: 1.866.332.2322 |
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| Alberta Virtual Opioid Dependency Program (VODP) | Access to treatment for opioid dependency. Free App to notify emergency personnel of overdose while using | 1.844.383.7688 |
| Addictions and Mental Health Services (AHS) | Addiction, mental health and disordered eating services. Drop-in counselling Monday to Friday | 403.340.5466 |
| Central Alberta FASD Network | Awareness, prevention, education and restorative justice about FASD and for those with FASD | 403.342.7499 |
| Turning Point | Harm reduction and health promotion services and connection program for LGBTQ2S+ community | 1.877.346.8858 |
LGBTQ2S+ Supports
| Central Alberta Pride Society | Offers LGBTQ2SI+ resources, events and peer support | Contact |
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| LGBTW Youth Line | LGBTQ2SI peer support line for youth aged 26 and under | 1.800.268.9688 Text: 647.694.4275 |
| Red Deer Queer Community Association | Offers LGBTQ+ support groups, events (such as Rainbow Book Club and Coffee Meetings) and various resources | rdqca.social@gmail.com |
| Transgender Lifeline | Dedicated to the wellbeing of transgender people especially when they are experiencing crisis | 1.877.330.6366 |
| Turning Point | Harm reduction and health promotion services and connection program for LGBTQ2S+ community | 1.877.346.8858 |
Black Indigenous & People of Colour (BIPOC)
| Alberta Indigenous Virtual Care Clinic | Any Indigenous persons can see a doctor by video or phone call for non-urgent issues | 1.888.342.4822 |
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| Canadian Muslim Counselling | Virtual counselling with therapists who have formal training in Islamic Sciences and counselling | 437.886.6309 |
| Catholic Social Services Cross-Cultural Counselling | Free, confidential counselling services to new immigrants and refugees offered in many languages | 403.347.8844 |
| Central Alberta Immigrant Women’s Association | Support and awareness for immigrants and their families in all aspects of Canadian life | 403.341.3553 |
| Central Alberta Refugee Effort | Education, support and resources/connections for new Canadians | 403.346.8818 |
| Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter | Safe refuge, personal counselling and community support for families experiencing violence | 1.888.346.5643 Crisis Text Line: 403.506.0485 |
| Indian Residential School Support Line | 24/7 support line for residential school survivors | 1.866.925.4419 |
| Native Counselling Services of Alberta | Housing, mental health and cultural services for Indigenous People by Indigenous People | 403.347.4377 |
| Red Deer Native Friendship Society | Cultural programs, health, social services, housing support, education, cultural connections | 403.340.0020 |
| Red Deer Urban Aboriginal Voices Society | Dialogue facilitation, combat issues and concerns enhance community development and establish regular gatherings | 403.505.4049 |
Domestic Violence & Abuse Supports
| Bullying Helpline | Support line for victims of bullying or abuse | 888.456.2323 24-Hour Text or Call Line: 310.1818 |
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| Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre | Assistance and safe environment for children and families | 587.272.2233 |
| Central Alberta Sexual Assault Centre | Crisis counselling, medical, police and court support | 403.340.1124 24/7 Text Line: 1.866.956.1099 |
| Central Alberta Women’s Emergency Shelter | Safe refuge, personal counselling and community support for families experiencing violence | 1.888.346.5643 Crisis Text Line: 403.506.0485 |
| Child Abuse Hotline | Report line for suspected child abuse | 800.387.5437 |
| Family Violence Info Line | Support line for individuals experiencing family violence | 403.310.1818 |
| One-Line | Toll-free talk-text-chat service that connects individuals that have been impacted by sexual violence for specialized support | 1.866.403.8000 |
Career Supports
| ALIS Alberta | Career planning, training, look for work, tools and resources | 1.877.644.9992 |
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| Bredin Employment Centre | Services to assist with finding employment and housing | 587.273.0225 |
| Career Catalysts | Resume building, job searching, career consulting, coaching, cover letters, interview preparation, etc. | 403.348.9025 |
| Community Career Supports List | A list of Career Supports created by CEED. | |
| Employment Placement and Support Services (EPSS) | Employment placement services for employees and support for families and individuals with disabilities. Provides one on one, in-person, or virtual support for career services, assists in finding, preparing and maintaining employment | 403.343.6249 |
| Online Career Development Resources | A list of Career Development Supports created by CEED. |
Additional Resources
| Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre for mothers and fathers | Support and education for childbirth, abortion, and adoption | 403.343.1611 |
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| Community Legal Clinic | Free legal advice and referrals | 403.314.9129 |
| Legal Aid Alberta | Free legal information and referrals | 866.845.3425 |
| The Mustard Seed | Community support centre for shelter, meals, clothing and necessities, and spiritual care | 1.877.731.7333 |
| Red Deer Food Bank | Immediate food requirements | 403.342.5355 |
| Red Deer Housing Authority | Temporary finding for individuals in core housing need | 403.343.2177 |
| Safe Harbour | Emergency shelter services, support services and housing services, resources, and support for extended family | 403.347.0181 |
| Voice of Albertans with Disabilities | Provides disability related services such as AISH, CPPD, LAP, Taxes, DTC, OAC, Alberta Health Benefits, advocacy for Albertans with Disabilities and helps facilitate Human Rights Complaints Processes | 780.488.9088 |
| Dress for Success | Community connection to professional clothing and support for women | 403.597.8769 |
| Free Meal Schedule Red Deer | See Red Deer Food Bank Website | |
| 211 Alberta | 24/7 provincial resource database available online, via text or over the phone in over 170 different languages. | Call or Text 211 |