dash.The RDP term, at a glance
The dates RDP Kings and Queens ask Dash about most, from RDP's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
October
November
December
- Mon, Oct 19Credit classes resumerdpolytech.ca
- Wed, Nov 11Remembrance Day — Polytechnic closedrdpolytech.ca
- Fri, Nov 13Final exam schedule postedrdpolytech.ca
- Wed, Dec 9Last day of Fall classesrdpolytech.ca
- Wed, Dec 9Last day to withdraw from Fall term courses and receive a WDrdpolytech.ca
- Mon, Dec 14First day of final examsrdpolytech.ca
- Fri, Dec 18Last day of final examsrdpolytech.ca
- Thu, Dec 24Polytechnic closes at noonrdpolytech.ca
Where things live at RDP
The tools and offices you'll need, so you don't have to dig. Ask Dash and it sends you to the right one.
Brightspace
Courses, assignments, announcements. Sign in once on Dash's secure page and your deadlines stay in sync.
Counselling Services
Free, confidential counselling for RDP students. Call 403.343.4064 or email counselling@rdpolytech.ca. Room 1402; Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm. Fall and Winter walk-ins: weekdays 1–3 pm, with extended Wednesday hours of 10 am–6 pm (last appointment at 5 pm).
Office of the Registrar
Help with registration, fees, academic records, important dates and graduation. Call 403.342.3400 or 1.888.732.4630 toll-free within Canada; email registrars@rdpolytech.ca. Located in the main hallway of the main campus.
Financial Aid & Awards — Student Connect Centre
Help navigating student loans, grants and awards. Room 1102; open Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm. Financial aid drop-ins: Monday and Friday, 9–11:30 am; Tuesday–Thursday, 9–11:30 am and 1–3:30 pm.
IT access help
Instructions for accessing Brightspace and email when MyRDP is unavailable. For further help, search the IT Services portal or sign in with your RDP email and password to submit a support ticket.
- 24/7 Student Assistance ProgramConfidential mental health and wellness support, available 24/7, 365 days a year through the SARDP domestic student assistance program. Dialogue’s 24/7 bilingual call centre: 1-855-853-0565; immediate access to clinicians for crisis situations.
What it's like to text Dash
Text it like a friend. It works over iMessage and SMS, and it asks before it does anything for you.
Deadlines, handled
• lab report, wed 11:59pm
• reading quiz, fri
you're ahead 😌
From your syllabus, or Brightspace once you sign in on Dash's secure page.
RDP, answered
Straight from RDP's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
RDP, in short
Red Deer Polytechnic, founded 1964, in Red Deer, Alberta.
- RDP opened in 1964 in temporary quarters at Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School, starting with 119 students.rdpolytech.ca
- The campus has 4,200 solar panels.rdpolytech.ca
- In 1979, the Students’ Association opened its own building—the first student-raised building at an Alberta technical institute or college.rdpolytech.ca
- Dance and rodeo joined RDP Athletics as Kings and Queens teams for the 2024/2025 season.rdpolytechathletics.ca
- The Students’ Association runs the FarSide Bar & Grill and The Lift, and hosts events throughout the year.rdpolytech.ca
- All RDP students can access three free, course-specific peer tutoring sessions through the Students’ Association.sardp.ca
- Welcome Week includes crafts, info fairs, free food and opportunities to meet other students.rdpolytech.ca
- The on-campus Food Bank is available through a referral from the Student Connect Centre.sardp.ca
Questions RDP Kings and Queens ask
Short answers from RDP's own pages.
What learning system does RDP use?
Red Deer Polytechnic uses Brightspace (rdp.brightspace.com). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.
When is the last day to withdraw from a course at RDP?
Last day to withdraw from Fall term courses and receive a WD (Wednesday, December 9, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When are final exams at RDP?
Final exam schedule posted starts Friday, November 13. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.
How do I contact the registrar at RDP?
Office of the Registrar: Help with registration, fees, academic records, important dates and graduation. Call 403.342.3400 or 1.888.732.4630 toll-free within Canada; email registrars@rdpolytech.ca. Located in the main hallway of the main campus.
Where do I get financial aid help at RDP?
Financial Aid & Awards — Student Connect Centre: Help navigating student loans, grants and awards. Room 1102; open Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm. Financial aid drop-ins: Monday and Friday, 9–11:30 am; Tuesday–Thursday, 9–11:30 am and 1–3:30 pm.
Is Dash affiliated with Red Deer Polytechnic?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Red Deer Polytechnic.
How do RDP students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at RDP. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.
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