Alberta
Red Deer Polytechnic homecoming featuring athletic, social, and academic events
As a way to connect with alumni, prospective and current students, employees and community members, Red Deer Polytechnic will host its inaugural Homecoming from October 20-22, 2022, on its main campus.
“The past few years have been challenging to fully engage with our stakeholders because of COVID-19, so we are extremely excited to open our doors for Homecoming,” says Stuart Cullum, President of Red Deer Polytechnic. “The range of events appeal to a diverse audience and it’s a great opportunity for the Polytechnic to showcase what we have to offer. With growing program offerings taught by industry experts in modern facilities, we are a premier polytechnic institution that serves not only in the region, but the entire province.”
Red Deer Polytechnic is intricately interconnected with the community in numerous ways. Students, staff and faculty make an important impact on the community through applied learning and research activities, community service and volunteerism, and as professionals.
At the same time, community members and alumni also contribute to learning experiences and the institution’s growth in many ways. This includes advocacy for post-secondary education, along with volunteering and enhancing the students’ education by providing experiential learning opportunities and support. Together, members of the Red Deer Polytechnic community contribute to the continued economic, intellectual, social and cultural development of central Alberta and province.
The network of Red Deer Polytechnic alumni continues to grow in numbers and impact.
“At Red Deer Polytechnic, we are extremely proud of our 58-year history, including the 80,000 alumni who are leaders in their professions and communities,” says Richard Longtin, Vice President, External Relations. “The valuable connections with alumni and community members enrich the Polytechnic, region and Alberta. Homecoming is an ideal opportunity for alumni to reconnect with one another, to meet current students and faculty, to interact with community members and to see how the institution has evolved as Red Deer Polytechnic.”
A variety of academic, athletic, cultural and social events will be held at the Polytechnic over the three days.
One of the Homecoming events is Palate: A Taste of Local, formerly known as Fine Wine and Food Tasting Festival. This elegant tasting event provides opportunities for guests to explore local, hand-crafted food and beverages. The new name reflects the increased diversity of items offered and the event’s mission to celebrate regional businesses and ingredients.
Open House provides an opportunity for prospective students to explore Red Deer Polytechnic’s programs and services, to tour main campus, to participate in interactive activities, and to apply for one of the institution’s more than 80 programs. Community members are also invited to explore main campus and learn more about the Polytechnic’s offerings. At Open House, application fees to study in 2023 will be waived.
Here is a summary of the Homecoming events:
Thursday, October 20
- Palate: A Taste of Local | Cenovus Learning Commons | 7 pm
- Philosopher’s Café | Library Information Commons | 7 pm
- Queens and Kings Basketball Home Opener | Fas Gas – On The Run Gymnasium | 6 and 8 pm
Friday, October 21
- Free 30 Minute Fitness Sessions | Collicutt Performance Fitness Zone | Cycle 6 pm | Fitness Step 6:45 pm
- Library 20th Anniversary Celebration | Library Information Commons | 7 pm
- Kings Hockey | Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre Arena | 7 pm
Saturday, October 22
- Open House | Main Campus | 9 am – 12 pm
- Queens and Kings Soccer | Red Deer Polytechnic Main Field | 12 and 2 pm | tickets are not required
More information about Red Deer Polytechnic’s Homecoming is available online.
Featured Events
Palate: A Taste of Local
Cenovus Energy Learning Common
Thursday, October 20 | 7 – 10 pm
The Red Deer Polytechnic Alumni Association is proud to introduce a new, elevated rendition of our annual signature event – Palate: A Taste of Local.
Philosopher’s Café
Library Information Common
Thursday, October 20 | 7 pm
Hosts: Dr. Stephen Brown & Dr. Carrie Dennett
No philosophical training or expertise required.
Free 30 Minute Fitness Sessions
Collicutt Performance Fitness Zone
Friday, October 21 – Cycle at 6 pm | Fitness Step at 6:45 pm
Saturday, October 22 – Fitness Step at 2 pm | Cycle at 2:45 pm
Queens and Kings Basketball Home Opener
vs St. Mary’s University Lightning
Fas Gas On The Run Gymnasium
Friday, October 21
Queens at 6 pm | Kings at 8 pm
Library 20th Anniversary Author Reading
Library Information Common
Friday, October 21 | 7 pm
Featuring Jenna Butler, Joan Crate, Leslie Greentree, and Rod Schumacher.
NOTE: The Library will be open exclusively for this event. No other access or services will be available during this event.
Kings Hockey vs SAIT Trojans
Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre Arena
Friday, October 21 | 7 pm
Open House
Main Campus
Saturday, October 22 | 9 am – Noon
Join us for program and service information, interactive activities, and tours of our main campus and the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre.
Apply in person to Winter 2023, Spring 2023 or Fall 2023 programs at Open House and we will waive the application fee!
Queens & Kings Soccer vs Olds College Broncos
Red Deer Polytechnic Main Field
Saturday, October 22 | Queens at 12 pm | Kings at 2 pm
Admission to all Queens & Kings soccer games is free.
Agriculture
Lacombe meat processor scores $1.2 million dollar provincial tax credit to help expansion
Alberta’s government continues to attract investment and grow the provincial economy.
The province’s inviting and tax-friendly business environment, and abundant agricultural resources, make it one of North America’s best places to do business. In addition, the Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit helps attract investment that will further diversify Alberta’s agriculture industry.
Beretta Farms is the most recent company to qualify for the tax credit by expanding its existing facility with the potential to significantly increase production capacity. It invested more than $10.9 million in the project that is expected to increase the plant’s processing capacity from 29,583 to 44,688 head of cattle per year. Eleven new employees were hired after the expansion and the company plans to hire ten more. Through the Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit, Alberta’s government has issued Beretta Farms a tax credit of $1,228,735.
“The Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit is building on Alberta’s existing competitive advantages for agri-food companies and the primary producers that supply them. This facility expansion will allow Beretta Farms to increase production capacity, which means more Alberta beef across the country, and around the world.”
“This expansion by Beretta Farms is great news for Lacombe and central Alberta. It not only supports local job creation and economic growth but also strengthens Alberta’s global reputation for producing high-quality meat products. I’m proud to see our government supporting agricultural innovation and investment right here in our community.”
The tax credit provides a 12 per cent non-refundable, non-transferable tax credit when businesses invest $10 million or more in a project to build or expand a value-added agri-processing facility in Alberta. The program is open to any food manufacturers and bio processors that add value to commodities like grains or meat or turn agricultural byproducts into new consumer or industrial goods.
Beretta Farms’ facility in Lacombe is a federally registered, European Union-approved harvesting and meat processing facility specializing in the slaughter, processing, packaging and distribution of Canadian and United States cattle and bison meat products to 87 countries worldwide.
“Our recent plant expansion project at our facility in Lacombe has allowed us to increase our processing capacities and add more job opportunities in the central Alberta area. With the support and recognition from the Government of Alberta’s tax credit program, we feel we are in a better position to continue our success and have the confidence to grow our meat brands into the future.”
Alberta’s agri-processing sector is the second-largest manufacturing industry in the province and meat processing plays an important role in the sector, generating millions in annual economic impact and creating thousands of jobs. Alberta continues to be an attractive place for agricultural investment due to its agricultural resources, one of the lowest tax rates in North America, a business-friendly environment and a robust transportation network to connect with international markets.
Quick facts
- Since 2023, there are 16 applicants to the Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit for projects worth about $1.6 billion total in new investment in Alberta’s agri-processing sector.
- To date, 13 projects have received conditional approval under the program.
- Each applicant must submit progress reports, then apply for a tax credit certificate when the project is complete.
- Beretta Farms has expanded the Lacombe facility by 10,000 square feet to include new warehousing, cooler space and an office building.
- This project has the potential to increase production capacity by 50 per cent, thereby facilitating entry into more European markets.
Related information
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