From Red Deer College:

At an event in the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre/Centre des Jeux du Canada Gary W. Harris Monday morning, Red Deer College proudly unveiled the BMO Financial Group Wellness Studio.

In recognition of their $300,000 contribution toward RDC’s Shaping Our Future campaign, the loft-like space above the south end of Builders’ Hall in RDC’s newest facility has been named for the next five years.

This stunning space is a vital component of the Collicutt Performance Fitness Zone, and is used for fitness classes, yoga and meditation. The BMO Financial Group Wellness Studio’s floor-to-ceiling windows look out over the NOVA Chemicals Waskasoo Creek Nature Walk on the south end, and Builders’ Hall to the north.

This bright, quiet space contributes to the building’s holistic approach toward wellness by providing an indoor fitness space that connects users to the natural landscape beyond its walls, supporting an individual’s spiritual, environmental and physical wellness.

BMO Financial Group is a committed community partner, and has supported RDC as a proud donor and sponsor in the past and with other initiatives.

Their most recent contribution to Red Deer College and the Shaping Our Future campaign is an investment in the health and wellness of RDC students as well as the community members who use the College’s newest facility.

For Red Deer College, this community investment reinforces the support of industry and local businesses for the role that RDC plays in the region.

“We’re grateful, and proud to acknowledge, the strong support that BMO Financial Group has provided to Red Deer College, to support our students and community today and in the future,” says Joel Ward, RDC President & CEO. “We have a shared vision for our region, as community leaders who recognize that we have the power to shape the future of our region, our province and our communities by investing in the total wellness of our citizens.”

The Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre, which is perhaps the most recognizable result of the Shaping Our Future campaign, is only one component of the work RDC has been able to accomplish with the support of community partners like BMO Financial Group.

The College has increased its footprint by nearly a third, with new infrastructure projects including an Alternative Energy Lab and New Residence.

RDC has also developed new programs and enhanced existing programs that prepare graduates for success within new and emerging careers that support central Alberta businesses in a diverse and changing economy.

All of this will ensure RDC can best continue to serve our learners and communities as we become a comprehensive regional teaching university.