Benefits and Services

Benefits and Services

There are many ways that the RDC Alumni Association and Red Deer College can support you. We are a strong community and, with more than 70,000 former RDC students, we have the potential to build an even stronger network. Stay connected, and learn more about the ways we can support each other. 

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Alumni Benefits Card

Our Alumni Benefits Card connects you to RDC Services and to partners in the community that are proud to offer our alumni discounted benefits.  Sign up for yours here and check out your perks below. Interested in becoming a Partner? Tell us a bit about your business here. 

Jump to: Community Partners or RDC Services

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TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Program offer for Red Deer College alumni

As a trusted partner, the TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Program is dedicated to helping Red Deer College alumni, get access to preferred insurance rates. These preferred rates are available on car, home, condo and tenant coverage. TD Insurance is the leading direct response insurance group in Canada†, offering quality insurance products for over 65 years. From getting a quote to filing a claim, their knowledgeable advisors will help you find options that are right for you.

Here are a few ways your savings can add up:

• Bundling your car and home, condo or tenant insurance together
• Insuring more than one vehicle, or including a motorcycle, ATV, or snowmobile
• Owning a hybrid or electric vehicle recognized by the Insurance Bureau of Canada
• Having a connected burglar or fire alarm
• Living in a newly built home
• Your home is free of a mortgage or secured line of credit

Plus, the TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Affinity Program helps support alumni activities. A win-win for you and your school.

Feel confident your coverage fits your needs.

Get a TD Insurance Meloche Monnex quote now by visiting tdinsurance.com/rdcaa or calling 1-800-339-1847.

†Ranks based on data available from OSFI, Insurers, Insurance Bureau of Canada, and Provincial Regulators, as at December 31, 2017.

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Community Partners

Central Alberta's Be Fit For Life Centre- preferred rates on events/programs 

Collegiate Sports Medicine - 10% off in the Sports Med Shop, including non-custom braces and equipment

Hot Headz Welding Hats - 10% off in-store purchases

Larkaun Homes- $5,000 off a new home build or quick possession

Liquor Crossing- 5% off beer/coolers and 10% wine/liquor

Nufloors Red Deer- 10% off flooring

PASS Electric -  Safety & Savings Plan - first year free and 50% off each subsequent year

Parkland Nurseries & Garden Centre Ltd. - Tropical houseplants - 10% off. Brighten your surroundings all year round!

Promark Business Solutions - save 15% on annual hosting/maintenance fees.

Red Deer Chamber of Commerce- monthly draw for Alumni business booth at Business After Hours

Red Deer Construction Association - 10% off all Construction Series Education.

Bluebird Self Storage - 50% off for the first 3 months and 1 free lock.

Village Drycleaners- 15% discount for drycleaning

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RDC Services

RDC Campus Recreation - preferred rates on intramurals

RDC School of Continuing Education - save 10% on most courses when you book online

RDC Library - see website for details on complimentary Library cards

RDC Print Centre - 10% discount for printing services

RDC Test Centre Services - $10 off when writing a non-RDC exam. Phone or email tracy [dot] wilson2 [at] rdc [dot] ab [dot] ca (subject: Alumni%20Test%20Services) (Tracy Wilson) to book: 403.356.4909

Collicut Performance Fitness Zone - 20% off Group Fitness classes - no Centre membership required!

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We're constantly working to expand our partners who offer benefits and services to RDC Alumni so check back often. Follow us, too, on our social media platforms to learn more about the preferred rates available to you. Red Deer College Alumni (Facebook & LinkedIn) or @rdcalumni (Twitter & Instagram). 

For information on how you can get an Alumni Benefits card or, if you are a business, how you can reach thousands of RDC alumni, connect with us. 

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Alumni Groups and Activities

Alumni Book Club 

The RDC Alumni Book Club is a private book club hosted on the Goodreads platform, a free social network for booklovers. Complete this registration form  using the email address associated with your Goodreads user account and we will email you an invitation. If you do not have a user account, you will need to create one. Please allow up to 48 hours to receive your invitation. 

Alumni Business Directory

The RDC Alumni Business Directory will host information from alumni businesses, providing opportunities for alumni to connect with and support each other professionally. The directory will also help you find other RDC Alumni professionals outside of central Alberta. Join the RDC Alumni Business Directory here.

Alumni e-newsletter 

Spotlight is a monthly e-newsletter. Learn more about what’s happening in the RDC alumni community, including upcoming or past events, RDC news professional development activities, and ways to give back. 

RDC Alumni Association 

A group of graduates established the RDC Alumni Association in 1988 to assist students and help alumni and new graduates stay connected to the College. The RDCAA is governed by a volunteer executive, which is dedicated to: 

• Promoting academic excellence 
• Maintaining an informed, interested and committed alumni 
• Furthering the friendships and associations made while attending RDC 
• Ensuring that RDC continues to play an integral role in central Alberta 

Keep in touch with the RDCAA to stay connected to RDC Alumni perks, stories and events. If you're interested in serving on the Board of Directors, you can apply online.