Press Release
D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, announced that Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) has selected D2L Brightspace to help elevate teaching and learning across all program offerings, replacing its legacy Blackboard system.
“We’re proud to support Red Deer Polytechnic as it builds for future growth and prepares learners to lead in a rapidly evolving world,” said John Baker, President and CEO at D2L. “Brightspace is designed to help RDP deliver high-impact learning experiences that can equip students with the confidence they need to reach their full potential and build a better future.”
Beginning in Fall 2026, Red Deer Polytechnic will implement D2L Brightspace across all 80+ programs, following a pilot launch in January 2026. After a comprehensive review process, D2L Brightspace was selected for its ability to support RDP’s academic goals through:
- D2L Brightspace: An award-winning learning platform, designed to help educators create high-quality content, monitor learner progress, and personalize learning to meet diverse needs.
- D2L Creator+: A dynamic content authoring tool that integrates 50+ interactive content types with H5P to support engaging and accessible learning experiences.
- D2L Performance+: A robust analytics dashboard that helps deliver actionable insights into learner engagement, success, and retention—empowering educators to make data-informed decisions.
“Partnering with D2L marks a significant step forward in our Strategic Plan commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences. D2L has been a pivotal partner in helping us reimagine how we support learners—whether they’re in a classroom, a lab, or learning remotely. Brightspace gives our instructors the tools to create more personalized, engaging, and accessible learning environments. This shift aligns with our long-term vision and ensures we’re meeting the evolving needs of our students with flexibility and purpose.”
About Red Deer Polytechnic
Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centers, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities. Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands, and strives to honor and transform relationships with one another.
About D2L
D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and corporations.
Why did Red Deer Polytechnic select D2L?
After a comprehensive review process, Red Deer Polytechnic selected D2L Brightspace to elevate teaching and learning across more than 80 programs. Brightspace offers a modern, flexible learning platform designed to deliver high-impact, personalized, and accessible learning experiences. This choice supports RDP’s commitment to future-ready education and exceptional student experiences.
How will D2L support Red Deer Polytechnic?
D2L Brightspace will replace RDP’s legacy Blackboard system and provide tools that help instructors create engaging, high-quality content, monitor learner progress, and personalize learning for diverse student needs. It will help RDP deliver more modern, flexible learning environments across classrooms, labs, and remote settings—supporting the institution’s long-term vision and strategic plan.
What tools did RDP select to deliver high-quality experiences?
RDP selected:
- D2L Brightspace: An award-winning learning platform for creating content, tracking progress, and personalizing learning.
- D2L Creator+: A content authoring tool with 50+ interactive content types (including H5P) for engaging and accessible learning.
- D2L Performance+: An analytics dashboard providing actionable insights into learner engagement, success, and retention to support data-informed decisions.
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