Friday, December 18, 2015

Why Unions Matter

Deadlines: Monthly

Essay, poem, song, video, sculpture . . . contest.

If you created it an dit speaks to why unions matter, send it to whyunionsmatter@nupge.ca

For more information, click HERE.

National Union of Public and General Employees Scholarships

Deadline: July 6

These scholarships for students who plan to enter the first year of a public, post-secondary educational institution full time in 2016-17 and who are children/grandchildren, or foster children/grandchildren of a National Union member include:

  • Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians
  • Tommy Douglas Scholarships
  • Scholarship for Visible Minorities
  • Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship
For more information, click HERE.

Thursday, December 17, 2015

18th Annual Skills Canada Competition

April 21 & 22, 2015
Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina Campus
Campus Regina Public

"The intent of the competition is to bring together a number of the best high school, post-secondary students, apprentices and other training program young people, to showcase each person's skills and knowledge in the skilled trades and technologies in our province. There are two competition categories – secondary (high school students) and post-secondary (SIAST students, apprentices and other training facility students).
The competition provides a venue for youth in our province to compete against other Saskatchewan youth at a skilled trade or technology that they have been working on during the year."

Click HERE for further information.

Monday, December 14, 2015

myRobot Rumble @ Sask Polytechnic

The 7th annual myRobot Rumble is slated for April 14th, 2016 and draws teams from all over Saskatchewan.  School registration opens on January 4th and closes on February 1st.  Don’t miss out on this great event!  For more information, please visit the myRobot Rumble webpage at http://saskpolytech.ca/myrobotrumble  

Thursday, December 10, 2015

United Nations Pilgrimage for Youth Tour 2016

Deadline: January 16, 2016

This program is made up of carefully selected high school students form around the world. It is an opportunity of a lifetime. This is an outstanding educational experience for teenagers interested in a better understanding of the world and international affairs.

The tour includes 4 days in New York City, all expenses paid, sponsored by the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Saskatchewan.

Applicants must be 16 or 17 years old and must have a minimum of 1 year of high school left.

Applications are available from your guidance counsellor. Click HERE for further details.

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Upcoming Events at SaskPolytechnic

Business and Beyond
Business and Beyond gives high school students, in grade 11 and 12, a chance to demonstrate their problem-solving skills, business knowledge and teamwork as they compete against other students from across the province.
Similar to popular TV shows like Jeopardy, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, and the ever popular game of Monolopy, teams face off against each other.  The goal is to earn points in mini competitions, in each of the six Business Diplomas.
The four teams with the highest points will compete in a final competition in the Panther's Lair.  Teams are required to address all aspects of business by presenting their plans in areas of finance, human resources and marketing.  

Information Night
The event is scheduled for Thursday November 26th, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at our campuses in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Regina and Moose Jaw.

Women in Trades Workshop
This hands-on, one weekend course for women offers an introduction to a variety of basic trade skills.  Course content includes Carpentry and Welding.  Upon successful completion of the course, participants are issued a statement of attendance.  The course provides women with:
increased post-secondary training/education and employment potential in trades; 
the opportunity to explaore training options in a variety of trades;
understanding of the physical, emotional and academic requirements of training/education and employment in trades
Shop sessions include:
Welding
Participants will learn how to assemble and tack weld steel, use assorted shaping methods as well as use cleaning, finishing and cutting tools.

November 27 - 29, 2016
Friday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, Sunday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Moose Jaw Campus

Click HERE 


U of Saskatchewan - Early Admission Deadline and Best & Brightest Scholarships

December 1 is the last day to apply for early admission to:
By December 1, the online application for admission, application fee, and transcripts, class schedules and any other required documents, such as proof of English language proficiency, must be received by the University of Saskatchewan Admissions Office.

December 1 is also the deadline to apply for admission for anyone planning to apply for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships, the University of Saskatchewan's highest valued, renewable entrance scholarships valued up to $40,000.

For further information about both of these items, click HERE.

University of Alberta Student Financial Support Online Info Session

Student Financial Support will be hosting two online sessions for prospective students in November!
Students will have an opportunity to learn more about UAlberta entrance awards and scholarships, award application expectations, and student financial support services available at the U of A . The sessions will be held on the following dates:
November 24, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. MST
November 26, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. MST
(Please note that the 26th is specifically for International Students Studying in Canada)
Students can register for these online sessions at uab.ca/recruitmentevents


 

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Information Night

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Swift Current Spend-A-Day

aThe deadline to pre-register for the Swift Current Spend-A-Day (on Thursday November 5th) is this Thursday October 29th. Programs featured in the Spend-A-Day include:
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Business
  • Electrician
  • Power Engineering
  • Practical Nursing
  • Registered Nursing
  • Welding

Interested students are invited to pre-register by this Thursday (Oct. 29th) at www.greatplainscollege.ca/spendaday

What is Engineering: University of Saskatchewan

Don't forget to sign up for What is Engineering?

Register your students by November 2, 2015


The College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan will be hosting What is Engineering? on Monday, November 9. During the event, students will connect with professional engineers, university professors and staff, as well as current students for an exciting snapshot of engineering, what engineers do and the exceptional variety of engineering educational programs offered in Saskatchewan by our two universities.

November 2 is the last day to register. Students, teachers and parents are all welcome to attend either with a school group or individually.

For more information, contact Liz Kuley at liz.kuley@usask.ca or 306-966-5513.


Proud Generation Aboriginal Role Model Program

Deadline: October 30

Each  year, 6-12 Aboriginal student role models are chosen for their achievements, leadership and innovation. They receive a cash bursary and are featured in the 
"A Proud Generation Calendar.” 

Click HERE to access an application.

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Other Career Events at Sask Polytechnic

Career Exploration

Information sessions are being held for persons interested in applying to the following Saskatchewan Polytechnic Medical Diagnostic programs:



Click HERE for more information.

Information night
Prospective students are invited to attend our information session about programs; application and admission processes; scholarships, awards and bursaries; and a tour of the campus. Parents are also welcome to attend.
The event is scheduled for Thursday November 26th, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at our campuses in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Regina and Moose Jaw.
To register click here or you may contact the Student Recruitment Advisor at the campus of your choice:

Sask Polytechnic: Machining Madness

October 30, 2015
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Regina Campus

Machinists set up and operate tools to cut and grind metals into precision parts or products. They make things such as the di-cast to set the plastic for your cell phone case.  They also make the molds to manufacture your car tires.
Come out to Saskatchewan Polytechnic and have a great day finding out more about becoming a machinist. There will be competitions to see who will be the maddest machinist.
Click HERE for more information.

Sask Polytechnic: Business and Beyond

Business and Beyond
Business and Beyond gives high school students, in grade 11 and 12, a chance to demonstrate their problem-solving skills, business knowledge and teamwork as they compete against other students from across the province.
Similar to popular TV shows like Jeopardy, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, and the ever popular game of Monolopy, teams face off against each other.  The goal is to earn points in mini competitions, in each of the six Business Diplomas.
The four teams with the highest points will compete in a final competition in the Panther's Lair.  Each team is given a mystery box that contains random items.  Using one of these items, teams are tasked with pitching a business concept/product to a panel of potential investors.  Teams are required to address all aspects of business by presenting their plans in areas of finance, human resoures and marketing.  
November 25, 2015
9:00 - 3:00 pm (registration opens 8:30 am)
Lunch and refreshments provided

To learn more or to request a registration package, please click HERE.

Monday, October 12, 2015

Open House at NAIT

October 16th and Saturday, October 17th. 

There will be over 100 different interactive exhibits and program displays, to help students to discover career options and be able to get a personal perspective from students, alumni and faculty. Free parking anywhere on main campus.

For more information, click HERE.

Monday, October 05, 2015

Great Plains College Spend a Days

These days are an opportunity for high school students to check out the college, meet the staff and instructors, hear from employers and past grads, ask questions and spend time in the classroom to learn more about their program of interest.

Thursday, November 5, 2015 – Swift Current (Register by: October 29)

  • Administrative Assistant, Business, Electrician, Power Engineering, Practical Nursing, Registered Nursing and Welding
Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2015 – Rosetown (Register by: November 18)

  • Welding

To register, click HERE.

Sunday, October 04, 2015

University of Guelph National Entrance Scholarships

Deadline: January 25, 2016
President's Scholarships
Chancellors' Scholarships
The Lincoln Alexander Scholarships

These 12 scholarships are considered the University of Guelph's most prestigious undergraduate awards. Students with an outstanding academic record, who have made significant contributions to their schools and their communities, who have demonstrated innovative and unique approaches to implementing change and/or bringing about improvements to life, and who demonstrate the greatest potential to be future leaders are invited to apply.

Click HERE for further information.

Applied Trade Math Online at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Applied Trade Math MOOC will provide students the opportunity to review and improve their math skills. In this course students will review concepts related to addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages, measuring, algebra, geometry, and working with money. The course focusses on concepts most commonly used in workplace, apprenticeship and trades environments.

For further information, click HERE.

University of Alberta Open House

October 17 - 9 am to 4 pm

Open House is a way for prospective students to discover everything the University of Alberta has to offer, rom the booth fair in the Butterdome, to tours and presentations across campus, Open House is a f day of workshops, presentations, exhibits, and tours. Parents and families are welcome.

Click HERE for registration and further information.


yconic

Yconic is a free scholarship matching and peer to peer support for your life as a student. Click HERE for further information.

(Remember that free opportunities like this come with some strings attached - - research is done based on your profile and there are advertisements involved. Weigh it out and be information literate- - your decision is to whether the pros outweigh the cons)


TD Scholarships for Community Leadership

Deadline: November 27

Twenty TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are awarded to students in their last year of high school or CEGEP (in Quebec) who have demonstrated leadership in improving their community. Each scholarship has a value of up to $70,000 and includes:
  • Up to $10,000 for tuition per year (for up to a maximum of four years)
  • $7,500 a year for living expenses (for up to a maximum of four years)
For further information, and to apply click HERE.

Monday, September 28, 2015

See Your Future Career and Education Fair

November 2, TCU Place, Saskatoon

See Your Future – Education & Career Fair 2015

allows students to ask important questions about

life after high school:


 • Where will I study?

 • Where will I live?

 • What scholarships are available?

 • What program do I require to get the job I want?
These questions, and more, will be answered by

professional representatives at

See Your Future – Education & Career Fair

Click HERE for further information.

Lakeland College Open House/Campus Visits/Info Sessions

1. Open House: Fri Oct 23 & Sat. Oct 24.

This is an opportunity to find out about Lakeland programs. If you apply at the Open House, you'll also save the $90 application fee.When you apply, your name goes into a draw for an iPad Air. Click HERE to find out more.

Other opportunities include: 
  • Taking an official campus tour and you also enter to win a tuition draw.
  • Taking in the Career Fair on Friday in Vermilion
  • Catching Rustler volleyball on Friday evening in Lloydminster and basketball on Saturday.

2. Campus Visits: Lakeland always welcome visitors- click HERE  to find out how you can:

  • book a tour
  • be a student for the day
  • enter a draw to win a $1,000 tuition credit

3. Info Sessions -  are offered for various programs. Click HERE to find out more.

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Program Changes at the University of Saskatchewan

Direct Entry Education Program:

Students proceeding from high school to university may now apply for direct entry admission to uSask's elementary/middle years and secondary education programs.

The sequential option (non-direct entry) for upper year students will still be
available as the college transitions to the direct entry model.

New Programs:

Applications and Scholarships for the University of Saskatchewan

Prospective students will be able to apply for admission for the 2016-2017 academic year starting on Oct. 2. Applying early is encouraged as Dec. 1 is the early admission deadline for
  • Edwards School of Business 
  • Engineering
  • Kinesiology
Dec. 1 is also the deadline to apply for admission to be eligible to apply for uSask's Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships. Scholarship applications are due on Dec. 15.

University of Saskatchewan's Open House

Friday, October 2

Students, parents and counsellors are all invited to sign up online to attend the University of Saskatchewan's annual Open House.

Students are required to register to attend the various sessions taking place throughout the day and spaces are limited. Signing up early is encouraged for the best selection of sessions. 

In addition, a full day of programming will be provided to school counsellors and student services staff, as well as parents.

For more information and registration, click HERE.

Sunday, September 20, 2015

WorkSafe Contest 2016

Deadline: Friday, March 18, 2016
WorkSafe Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) invite high school students to create a 2-minute video to tell their friends about workplace health and safety. You must use the theme ‘It’s your job’.
For more information, click HERE

RE/MAX of Western Canada Quest for Excellence Bursary Program

RE/MAX of Western Canada has renewed the Quest for Excellence bursary program. This year we are once again offering (16) $1,000 bursaries for a total of $16,000 to grade 12 students.


This program was established by RE/MAX of Western Canada to recognize the success and ongoing pursuits of Western Canadian students in regards to leadership and community contribution initiatives. 

For more information and to register click HERE.

University of Toronto National Book Award and Scholarship Program

Deadline: November 6, 2015

National Book Award:
The University of Toronto National Book Award Program recognizes and rewards students who demonstrate superior academic performance, original and creative thought, and exceptional achievement in a broad context: academic pursuits, intellectual exploration and involvement in the lives of their schools and communities. It is not necessary that the student intend to apply for admission to the University of Toronto.
National Scholarship Program

Students who have been nominated by their schools as National Book Award recipients may submit applications to the National Scholarship Program. In addition, students who identify themselves as meeting the scholarship criteria are invited to apply directly for the National Scholarship, without having been nominated for the Book Award. 


For more information, click HERE.

Horatio Alger Canada Scholarship Program

Deadline: October 25

Scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to full-time students in their terminal year of high school with financial need (family income under $55,000) who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, a commitment to pursue a post-secondary education, a desire to contribute to society, and a good academic record. - 

Click HERE for further information.

Explore Engineering (University of Alberta)

Saturday, September 26
10:00 am to 3 pm

Students from junior high and up,as well as parents, are invited to tour the Engineering Teaching and Learning Complex and to view interactive displays to become more familiar with the programs offered at the U of A, as well as the field of engineering, in general.

Click here to find out more information.

Saturday, September 12, 2015

Business and Beyond Competition

Registration Deadline: October 30
Event Date: Wednesday, November 25

Saskatchewan Polytechnic's School of Business is excited to bring back the third annual Business and Beyond competition to be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2015, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.
The competition is open to high school students in grade 11 and 12.  Gather a team of four and prepare to have a day filled with fun.  The competitors will rotate their way through the business specialties and compete in mini challenges in each.  The top four teams will compete in a final competition in the Panther's Lair.  The winners receive prizes and tuition credits to a Sask Polytech Business program.
Participants and guests can get an even closer look at the programs by visiting the Trade Fair. Current students, faculty and staff will be available to answer all your questions.
Participating programs include:  Accountancy, Financial Services, Human Resources, Insurance, Management and Marketing.  To learn more about these programs please visit Business Diploma.
Registration is now open and is limited to three teams per school.  Hurry and be the first to get your team registered.  Deadline for registration is October 30.

For more information or to request a registration package please call  1-866-467-4278.

Saturday, September 05, 2015

University of Alberta Events

The University of Alberta in Edmonton hosts a series of events across Canada, including Open House, Information Sessions and Registration 101 Workshops. For further information about these events, click HERE.


Destination UBC Program

Students who have applied and have gotten accepted to UBC can receive a a reimbursement for a flight to visit one of the UBC campuses. Click HERE for more information.

Open House in Regina for University of BC and University of Victoria

October 17

There will be an information session at the Hotel Saskatchewan Radisson Plaza in Regina to familiarize Saskatchewan students with these two universities located in British Columbia. For more information and registration for this event and others, including online events, click HERE.

University of Ottawa: Scholarships and Bursaries

The University of Ottawa offers both Admission Scholarships offered automatically based on admission averages, as well as Merit Scholarships during every term enrolled.

For more information, click HERE.

International Rural Exchange

International Rural Exchange (I.R.E.) offers opportunities for young people and hosts alike to experience a wonderful exchange of ideas and culture within the farming sector. Our office is located in Southeastern Saskatchewan, and our staff wants to help you in any way that we are able. We also have a volunteer Board of Directors who are farmers from Western Canada.

If you are Canadian with farming or horticulture experience aged 18-30 and want to live, work and learn in another country, we can help you.

Click HERE for further information.

The Fashion Institute Open House

Saturday,October 17

The Fashion Institute in Calgary, AB (associated with Olds College) will offer guided tours,program information, application help, information on how to study, opportunities to talk to staff and students as well as career guidance.

Click HERE and scroll down for further information and online registration.

Olds College Open House and Preview Days

Friday, October 16

At this event, you can participate in guided tours, find out information about programs, discover how to apply and talk to students/staff while you explore career opportunities.

Various Fridays throughout the year:

Olds also offers various program preview days about equine, business, animal science, fashion, agriculture, land, trades and horticulture.

For further information and registration, click HERE and scroll down.

Try-A-Trade 2015 in North Battleford

Try-A-Trade 2015 will be held on Wednesday, November 18th, 2015 at the Nations West Field House in North Battleford. Please save the date on your calendars. 

Updates from Great Plains College


Friday, September 04, 2015

Loran Scholars for 2016

Deadline: October 21 - for sponsored applicants
Loran Scholars are young people who deeply value integrity and honesty. They are curious by nature, and are interested in a wide range of subjects. Furthermore, they are willing to take meaningful risks and prioritize results over appearances. Each one has shown a sustained commitment to service in the community, has taken the initiative to create positive changes and is interested in working for a better world.

The Loran Award is valued at up to $100,000 over four years, including one-on-one mentorship and a summer program. We will also grant 40 provincial awards ($2,000 each) and 40 finalist awards ($3,000 each) to top students. Find out more about our university awards.

The deadline for sponsored applications is October 21, 2015We have the earliest application deadlines for any major scholarship, and more than 80% of our applicants hear about the opportunity to apply through their school. You can help us discover and support Canada's most talented young leaders by nominating up to three students at your school.

The application process is entirely online and a link will be available atloranscholar.ca/apply after the Labour Day weekend. In the meantime, you maydownload an example of the application form.

Thursday, June 11, 2015

Admission Changes at Sask Polytechnic

Effective for the fall 2016 intake the following programs are returning to the First Qualified/First Admitted admission method.
These programs will re-open for application at 8:00 am, (Saskatchewan time), October 1, 2015.

Applications to the Civil Engineering Technology and the Water Resources Technology programs are suspended, effective July 1, 2015.  Coming soon!  Our new Civil Engineering Technologies program with specialties in Civil Construction and Water Resources.

Wednesday, June 03, 2015

Society of Petroleum Engineers Scholarship

Thef Society of Petroleum Engineers – Lloydminster Section, are offering the following awards to students from a high school in Lloydminster and the surrounding areas. The Lloydminster Section of the Society of Petroleum Engineers donates these awards to worthy candidates to recognize graduating high school students:
·         Personal development
·         Academic Achievement
·         Contribution to school and community
The scholarships are intended to financially assist students who will be continuing their education in a post-secondary institute and who are majoring in SCIENCE or ENGINEERING with relationship to the petroleum industry. The applicant must be in full time attendance and a member of the current year’s graduating class. At the time of awarding the scholarship the applicant must be enrolled full time in a post-secondary program of studies at a university, college or technical school.
1.  Two (2) High School Scholarships at $1000.00 each,
 Additional information on SPE Lloydminster can be found at 

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Scholarship: Battlefords and District Chapter of the Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan

Each Year this group awards a $500.00 scholarship to a graduate from Living Sky School Division, Light of Christ Catholic School Division and Sakewew School Division.  All interested graduates who will be attending a recognized post-secondary institution following graduation may apply.  At their September Meeting, 2 names are drawn.  If the first name drawn fulfills all the requirements in a timely fashion, he/she will be awarded the scholarship.  If not, the second person becomes the recipient.  Should that person also be unable to meet the requirements, no scholarship will be awarded.

Click HERE for an application form.

Sunday, April 12, 2015

Hazel Asmussen Fund Scholarship

Deadline: April 30, 2015

The Hazel Asmussen Fund provides an annual scholarship for a student who is pursuing post-secondary education in the fine arts.

Click HERE for further information and an application form.

Peter Lewochko Scholarship

Deadline: April 30

The Peter Lewochko Fund provides an annual scholarship for students who are pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture, engineering or education.

Click HERE for further information and application forms.

Monday, March 30, 2015

Updates: Great Plains College


Great Plains College Open House at Maple Creek


Open House: Great Plains College at Biggar


Saskatchewan School Boards Association Scholarships

Deadline: August 31, 2015

Each year, the Saskatchewan School Boards Association awards two $2,500 scholarships to graduating high school students who remain in Saskatchewan in post-secondary study:
University Scholarship: $2,500 for a student entering university in Saskatchewan.
Applied Science and Technology Scholarship: $2,500 for a student entering a recognized institute of applied science and technology in Saskatchewan.

Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of demonstrated good character, community leadership, financial need, and a 500-word essay.  To access the application form and view the Rubric that is being used to score the scholarships go to www.saskschoolboards.ca and under About Us on our main menu, you will find Awards.  Go to the link on that page for Education Scholarships.  Or, click here to access the page directly.  

Monday, March 23, 2015

Young Women in Trades Conference

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Moose Jaw Campus along with Skills Canada will be hosting provincial competitions and various activities on Friday, April 17, 2015.  Girls in grades 9 - 12 will have the opportunity to learn about careers in trades and technologies and compete in a Junkyard Wars Challenge, an engineering competition for young women.
Transportation between venues Central Collegiate and Saskatchewan Polytechnic, a lunch and snack will be provided.  There is no cost to participate.
To register, go to www.saskpolytech.ca/WITT.  

Come. See. Investigate Saskatchewan Polytechnic


Prince Albert Campus - April 16, 2015
9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Participating Programs
To register login to myPath.


Thursday, March 12, 2015

Our Lady of the Prairies Scholarship

Deadline: Last Friday in April, annually

This scholarship is sponsored by the Our Lady of the Prairies Foundation and offered to students within the Living Sky School Division. Considerations include academic standing, community involvement, extracurricular activities and leadership. Students must submit their application and career portfolio to their career counsellor. Click here for an application form.

Dalhousie University Entrance Scholarships

Deadline: March 15

Close to 60% of first-year Dalhousie students receive entrance scholarships. The university provides special scholarships for students entering specific fields and for students with disabilities.

For further information, click HERE.

Lakeland College Information Sessions

An information Session is an opportunity for students to talk face-to-face with instructors, staff, students, and alumni and try hands-on activities. You will also learn about facilities and services that are available on campus.

Various programs will be hosting information sessions throughout March. Click HERE for programs and dates.

2015 Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship Program

Deadline: May 29, 2015

This year, Monsanto Canada estimates it will provide approximately 65 scholarships to deserving high school students across the country entering their first year of post-secondary education in agriculture at at Canadian college or university. Each scholarship is valued at $1500 and will be awarded to students who meet the criteria set out in the application form.

For further information, click HERE.

Royal Canadian Legion Scholarships and Bursaries

Deadline: August 28

Jack Moore Memorial Scholarship and Burgess Bursary

Saskatchewan Command, in cooperation with Dominion Command of The Royal Canadian Legion, is offering 10 scholarships of $300 each. In addition, Saskatchewan Command is offering 10 bursaries of $300 each.

Recipients must:

  • reside in Saskatchewan
  • be a child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a veteran, of a still-serving military member, or of an RCMP member
  • have completed grade 12 and be entering into FIRST YEAR at a university, technical school (minimum 2 year coure) or a business college.
Further information and application forms can be found by clicking HERE.

Sunday, March 08, 2015

WorkSafe Video Contest

Deadline: Friday, April 17 at 4:00 pm

WorkSafe Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) invite high school students to create a 2-minute video that tells their friends about workplace health and safety. You must use this year’s theme, “If it feels wrong, just ask”.  The contest is open to all grade 9 to 12 students.

For further information, click HERE.



Destination UBC

Registration opens - Tuesday, March 24
Destination UBC is a full-day information event on UBC’s Vancouver campus and takes place on Saturday, May 23. Attendees will:
  • tour the campus
  • meet new-to-UBC students from across Canada
  • learn from professors and advisors about your first-year program
  • get the tools you need for everything from financial planning to living in residence or being a commuter student.  

What if I am coming from out of town?

If you are a Canadian or international high school student living in Canada — and your high school is located in Canada — and you have received your UBC offer of admission, you may be eligible for our travel reimbursement program. You will be notified of your eligibility for the program with your offer of admission or in a separate correspondence from UBC. 
For further information, click HERE.

Saturday, February 28, 2015

SaskTel Aboriginal Youth Awards of Excellence

Deadline: April 16, 2015

The SaskTel Aboriginal Youth Awards of Excellence recognize youth achievement in 10 categories.
You can nominate any youth or group if they are:
  • Of Aboriginal ancestry
  • Between 14 and 18 years of age by May 22, 2015
  • A resident of Saskatchewan
  • Able to demonstrate outstanding commitment and/or ability in one of the 10 award categories

Click HERE for further information.


Monday, February 23, 2015

MC College Scholarship/Open House

 MC College is an accredited institution across western Canada with 7 campuses in total offering Hairstyling and Esthetics programs.  The purpose of their scholarship is to encourage creative young individuals interested in pursuing a career in the Salon or Spa Industry.

Click here and you will find the guidelines and application process for students wishing to apply for the scholarship.This scholarship has a value of $1000 and may be applied to either our full time Hairstyling or full time Esthetics program at MC College.

Interested students are invited to attend an upcoming open house, please click here for more details!



Great Plains College Open House at Warman


Saturday, February 21, 2015

2015 Learning Grant

Deadline: April 30, 2015

On behalf of Saskatchewan Credit Unions, CRI Canada awards 2 Learning Grants in the amounts of $1000 to eligible students for full-time study at a qualifying Canadian college or university.

Any student who is a member of a Saskatchewan Credit Union is eligible to apply.

For further information, click HERE

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

New Program: Recreation and Community Development at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Be a recreation director, manager of sport, recreation and culture, community development officer, facility manager or special events manager. Your skills are in demand in rural and urban communities.
For further information, click HERE.

17th Annual Skills Canada Provincial Competition

April 16-17, 2015

Sask Polytechnic Moose Jaw, Saskatoon and Regina Campuses; A.E. Peacock Collegiate and Central Collegiate in Moose Jaw

This competition is to bring together high school, post-secondary students, apprentices and other training program young people, to showcase each person's skills and knowledge in the skilled trades and technologies in our province. 
There are two competition categories – secondary (high school students) and post-secondary (SIAST students, apprentices and other training facility students).
The competition provides a venue for youth in our province to compete against other Saskatchewan youth at a skilled trade or technology that they have been working on during the year.

For more information, click HERE.


Why Unions Matter Contest

Deadlines - various

Submit videos, songs, poetry and essays about Why Unions Matter for a chance to win $1000.

For further information, rules and regulations, click HERE.

National Union of Public and General Employees Scholarships

Deadline: July 6, 2015
Amount: $1500 each

This union is offering FOUR scholarships to students who plan to enter the first year of a public, post-secondary educational institution full-time in 2015-16 and who are children/grandchildren or foster children/grandchildren of a National Union member.

The scholarships are:


  1. Tommy Douglas Scholarship - winner will be determined on the basis of a 750-100 word essay 
  2. Terry Fox scholarship - winner will be determined on the basis of a 750-100 word essay 
  3. Scholarship for Visible Minorities - winner will be determined on the basis of a 750-100 word essay 
  4. Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians - winner will be determined on the basis of a 750-100 word essay 

For further information, including essay topics and application forms, click HERE.

Monday, February 16, 2015

University of Alberta Student Visits

Online bookings are available now through April, with all the information you need to book a group or individual campus visit on our website.
Design a Campus Visit to fit Your Group:
  • Educational, interactive and fun Campus Tours for all ages
  • Residence tours of Lister Hall
  • Academic Presentations for groups
With free campus visits, complimentary bus parking, and renowned student volunteers leading your tours, February and March are already filling up fast! Book your visit online today or contact us for more information.

University of Alberta Aboriginal Students Discovery Day

Aboriginal students are invited to our Aboriginal Student Discovery Day, held Friday, March 13, 2015.  

This full day event will provide students with a chance to see what the University of Alberta has to to offer for Aboriginal Students and provide them with an opportunity to engage with staff and students. For more information, and to register for the event, students can visit our website

Welding Careers Night

DATE:           Tuesday, April 14, 2015
TIME:            5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION:   Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus
                     4500 Wascana Parkway, Regina, Cafeteria - Level 1

High school students, post-secondary students, parents, family and friends are invited to the Careers in Welding information evening hosted by the Canadian Welding Association, Regina Chapter and Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina Campus
This is an opportunity to learn everything a welding career has to offer!  Join us for:
  • Free pizza
  • Shop tours
  • Career information
  • Presentations
  • Welding simulator
  • Industry leaders

Visitor parking is available in lot 2 for a cost of $2.00 per hour.  Parking is also available in lots 8 and 10 for $4.00 for the duration of the event.
To register for the Information Night, CSI and/or Careers in Welding events 
  1. Go to mypath.saskpolytech.ca 
  2. Create a user profile, or login if you already have one.
  3. Select Register for an Event.
  4. Click on the 'Register" box for the Carrers in Welding event.
  5. Complete the online form.
  6. Click on the 'Register for this event' to submit your registration.