Some Count That Matters
7000+
Employees Hired
500+
Companies
20,000+
Issues Resolved
250+
HR Agents
What is Campus to Community?
Campus to Community is a collaborative program connecting Red Deer Polytechnic students with local not-for-profits and community organizations to complete real, skills-based projects.
Organizations gain access to fresh ideas, digital support, and capacity-building resources. Students gain hands-on, work-integrated learning experience. Together, we bring important community work into the spotlight.
Possible Projects may include:
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Marketing strategy & communications
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Social media planning or content
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Website updates or recommendations
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Branding or design support
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Fundraising messaging or visibility campaigns
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Event promotion materials
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Digital storytelling, photo/video content
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Research, reporting, or community engagement assets
Do you qualify?
COMPLIANCE AND LEGAL SUPPORT
Ensuring adherence to labor laws, regulations, and industry standards, as well as providing legal guidance on HR-related matters.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Mediation and resolution of workplace conflicts, as well as guidance on employee relations issues and policies.
Campus to Community is Ideal For:
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Registered charities
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Not-for-profit organizations
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Community groups or associations
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Grassroots initiatives
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Social service providers
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Arts, culture, education, and environmental organizations
Participating Organizations Typically:
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Operate in Central Alberta
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Have a specific project or challenge that would benefit from student support
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Can designate a primary contact for collaboration
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Have internal resources to help deploy any student initatives
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Are willing to participate in check-ins, feedback, and a final project presentation
Why Participate?
1. Access Student Talent & Fresh Perspectives
Tap into emerging skills in marketing, communications, design, digital media, research, and strategy.
2. Capacity-Building Support
Students help move important work forward when your internal resources are stretched.
3. High-Impact Deliverables
Receive practical assets customized to your organization’s needs.
4. Community Visibility
Your mission becomes part of an RDP-supported initiative, helping raise awareness and credibility.
5. Strengthen the Local Ecosystem
By participating, you're helping equip future Central Alberta professionals with real-world experience and community values.
Is there a cost to participate?
No. Campus to Community is a no-cost program for selected not-for-profits and community organizations.
What types of projects are eligible?
Marketing, communications, design, digital media, research, and storytelling projects with clear, achievable outcomes.
Will I need to supervise the students?
No. Students are supported by faculty and industry mentors, but you will provide guidance, context, and feedback.
What if my project changes?
Projects can be adjusted early in the process as long as they stay within the students' skill sets and timeline.
What Customers Are Saying
“Amazing experience i love it a lot. Thanks to the team that dreams come true, great! I appreciate there attitude and approach. Truly professionals!”
Lassy Chester
Art Director