Decriminalization of homosexuality - May 14, 1969
Homosexuality no longer considered a 'disorder' - December 15, 1973
Edmonton celebrates their first Pride weekend - June 24, 1982
Federal court lifts ban against gays and lesbians in the military - October 27, 1992
Same-sex couples gain legal adoption rights in Ontario - May 24, 1995
Sexual orientation included in Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms - May 25, 1995
Supreme Court of Canada rules that provinces cannot discriminate - April 2, 1998
Supreme Court Rules same-sex couples have rights to equal treatment - May 19, 1999
The Civil Marriage Act became a federal law which allows same-sex couples to have the legal right to marry - July 20, 2005
Canadian Human Rights Act is expanded to Gender Identity & Expression - June 19, 2017
W.H.O declares transgender is not a mental disorder - May 23, 2019
Every person has the right to live their truth. We are saddened that many of these milestones are not that far in the past and that many LGBT2Q+ were and are still living in shame and fear. LOVE SHOULD NOT MEAN LIVING IN FEAR. We stand with you and promise to continue learning and creating a safe environment. #pride #pridemonth 🌈
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“Today’s ceremony is about celebrating identity and shared stories with a vision toward reconciliation, we felt it was important to host today’s flag raising ceremony with the intention to acknowledge the intersectionality and challenges faced in society by Indigenous People and people who identify as LGBTQIA2S+.” - Shannon Humphrey, SARDC Vice President Academic
This morning we took the time to not only celebrate Pride Month by raising the Progressive Pride Flag at @reddeercollege but to also honour the spirits of 215 Indigenous children.
The flags will fly at half-mast for 215 hours in recognition of those lost. In addition, we have placed a number of orange stones under the flags and we encourage you to stop by the campus to take a moment to reflect, pick up the stones, and move them to new locations. Let’s help those children tour around to see places they never had the chance to see.
We are proud to share that 3 Progressive Pride Flags will permanently fly on the Red Deer College campus and we thank @centralalbertapride for generously donating all 3 flags.
HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! 🏳️🌈
We are heartbroken at the loss of 215 Indigenous children whose bodies were recently discovered on the grounds of a former residential school in Kamloops.
We mourn this loss and choose to honour their lives and spirit by wearing orange for those who died and those who survived.
Every Child Matters.
#everychildmatters🧡
IMPORTANT UPDATE
In consideration of the Government’s announcement last night, we will implement the following changes effective immediately:
• The Students’ Association office will be open Tuesday - Thursday, from 10am - 2pm by APPOINTMENT ONLY. To book, please email [email protected]
• The Loft will be closed until further notice.
• The Far Side Grill will remain open Monday - Friday, from 8am - 1:30pm for TAKE-OUT ONLY.
Please email [email protected] or call 403-342-3200 with questions.
“Red Deer College is ready for a polytechnic. Students of Central Alberta want to learn, and live close to their support systems. We need to stop the brain drain and focus on what really matters most - making sure our population is well-education and remain in this region.” - Savannah Snow, SARDC President
Did you hear the news? Red Deer College will become the newest polytechnic institution in Alberta! We are eager and excited for the future of Red Deer College but most importantly, the future of our students.
HOURS UPDATE
Both the Far Side Bar & Grill and the Students’ Association office will be closed tomorrow, Friday, April 30 for inventory.
Effective Monday, May 3 the Students’ Association office hours are as follows:
Monday - Thursday
9am - 3pm
The Far Side Bar and Grill’s hours will remain as the following:
Monday - Friday
8am - 2:30pm
We’re so excited to share that Red Deer College students will now have access to a Summer Semester Bus Pass!
The pass is valid from May 1 - August 31 and costs $150 + $5 one time card fee. This pass is exclusive to Red Deer College students and can only be purchased at the Students’ Association office.
Hours Update - effective Wednesday, April 21
Students’ Association Office
Monday - Thursday
9am - 3pm
Friday
9am - 2pm
Far Side Bar & Grill
Monday - Friday
8am - 2:30pm
Classes may be over, but you’ll still have access to the Student Health & Dental Plan until August 31! 🦷🩺
Want to know about what’s covered or have questions? Contact Karen at [email protected] or 403-342-3200.
THANK YOU! Because of all your generous donations we were able to make 3 large donations of period products to @_cawes, @turningpointsocietyab, and @themustardseedrd!
Thank you for giving back to our community and making a difference for those in need ♥️
This morning we hosted our Virtual Awards Ceremony and it was a pleasure to be in the company of so many amazing students!
Outstanding Dedication Award
• Brenan Fuiten
• Kareen Lambert
• Savannah Houg
• Kindra Woodford
• William Langille
College Member Contribution for Student Affairs Award
• Linnea Vendittelli
Student Volunteer Award
• Kayla Harvey
• Jace LeBlanc
• Andrew Schultz
• Sarah Waddell
Student Group Award
• Enactus
• Legal Assistant Student Society
Roy North Scholarship for Outstanding Contribution
• Savannah Houg
Mental Health Award
• Kareen Lambert
• Andrew Schultz
• Brittney Trimming
• Jace LeBlanc
• Kindra Woodford
Dr. Guillermo Barron Philosophy Scholarship
• Andrew Schultz
Involvement in College Governance Scholarship
• William Langille
• Brittany Lausen
Terry Wood Scholarship
• Shannon Humphrey
Student of the Year
• Brittney Trimming
Congratulations to all!
Nominations are open for Board of Governors Student Member!
What you can expect with this role:
• Attending a meeting once a month, with other obligations as scheduled.
• Providing verbal and written reports.
• Acting as a liaison between the Association and Board of Governors.
• Meeting regularly with the SA President.
Click the link in our bio to learn more about this position or contact Brittany Lausen, President at [email protected]
Don’t get locked out! Return your lock to the Students’ Association office by June 30, 2021 to receive your $10 deposit back - cash!
*should your lock not be returned by the June 30 deadline, the contents will be removed and disposed of at the discretion of the SA.
Not quite ready to let it go? Renew your locker for the next year for just $20!
As per the Government of Alberta’s announcement, the Far Side Grill will be open for take-out ONLY beginning Friday, April 9.
Dine-in service will be available until Thursday, April 8 at close.
Hours will remain Monday-Friday, 8am - 3:30pm.
If you have any questions, contact the SA Office at [email protected] or 403-342-3200.
Due to the inclement weather, the Far Side Grill and the Students’ Association office will be closed today, Monday, March 29. We will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, March 30.
Stay safe, friends. 🥶
Back by popular demand! Join us for our 3rd and final Risqué Bingo of the year! ❌❌
The night will be full of racy trivia, naughty music, and risqué prizes.
❌❌ Wednesday, April 7 @ 6pm ❌❌
Email [email protected] by 4pm on Thursday, April 1 to register.
Time’s Up! RDC NEEDS DEGREES!
Together, let’s make some noise about the need for degrees at Red Deer College. Join us on Wednesday, March 24 for a day of collective action!
Meet us in person, outside the main doors at RDC to support RDC offering their own degrees. (Socially distanced with masks ON)
Can’t be there in person? Follow our Facebook page “RDC Needs Degrees” and share with us what degrees being offered at RDC means to you, and how you would be impacted.
Questions? Contact Brittany Lausen at [email protected]
#rdcneedsdegrees
We’re wrapped up another election here at SARDC and we cannot thank the candidates, our students, and the General Election staff enough! Without all of you, we wouldn’t be able to share that we had a 10% voter turnout!! 👏
Congratulations to the elected team who will take office on May 1, 2021.
• Savannah Houg, President
• Shannon Humphrey, VP Academic
• Logan Garbanewski, VP External
• Brittney Trimming, Councillor
• Brendan Fuiten, Councillor
At this time, we have 2 vacant position open for Student Council. If you are interested, please email President, Brittany Lausen at [email protected]
What do prepaid Visa’s and AirPods have in common with the SA General Elections??
When you vote, you are automatically entered to win one of them! 👏
Voting has never been easier, simply log into your Loop account and click the link in your announcements!
Voting closes at 4pm tomorrow, March 18.
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