WorldSkills - Calgary - 2009

In September of 2009, nine hundred competitors from forty-nine countries will compete in 40 skill categories in the areas of Transportation & Logistics; Construction and Building Technology; Information and Communication Technology; Creative Art and Fashion; and Social and Personal Services.

For more information about this event, visit www.worldskills2009.com

UR Update - September 23

Deadline: September 12

High School Counsellors have until this date to register to spend this day at the University of Regina to learn about updates including scholarship and admission information, faculty changes and disability resource information.

You can register by phoning 585.4791 or online at www.uregina.ca/newstudent/counsellors.shtml

Academic Excellence Scholarship Competition U of A

Earlybird Deadline - July 15 (for grade 11 students)
Deadline - December 15, 2008

To be eligible, applicants must:

-have an award average of 80% or higher (based on Grade 11 and/or Grade 12 final grades)and
-plan to enter full time studies in an undergraduate degree program at the U of A in September 2009

For complete competition details and to apply visit www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards

Partnership SIAST and U of S

SIAST and the University of Saskatchewan, College of Agriculture and Bioresources recently signed an articulation agreement that enables SIAST Natural Resources diploma graduates to transfer into the third year of the university's B.Sc.in Agriculture or the B.Sc. in Renewable Resource Management. See www.siast.sk.ca/siast/admissions/transfercredit for further details.

My Future is Here - Online Community

MyFiH has launched a new website with many spaces for young people to contribute to the content of the site. This includes a theatre for videos, an arts centre for photos and artwork, a rec centre for music and discussion boards and blogs for them to speak their minds about what they need and what they dream about their future in Saskatchewan. Elected officials, the business community and edocators as invited to participate as well. Visit this site at www.myfutureishere.ca

Various Summer Camps

Your school may have received information and brochures about the following camps. If not, email contacts are given below for each one:

Lakeland College (Vermilion and Lloydminster Campuses) - basketball, rodeo, volleyball, performing arts - email summercamps@lakelandcollege.ca

Bethany Sports Camps (Hepburn, SK) - volleyball and basketball - email bsc@bathany.sk.ca

Clipper Camps (Caronport, SK) - basketball, and volleyball - email clippercamps@briercrest.ca

Co-operative Youth Leadership Camps (Candle Lake, SK) - email scyp@sask.coop

Redberry Bible Camp - email info@redberrybiblecamp.com

Pioneer Saskatchewan (Christian)Camps - (Camp Oshkidee) - email info@pioneercamps.net

Mount Royal College - New Programs

The following five new degrees will be offered for the Fall 2008 semester at Mount Royal College in Calgary: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Scence and Bachelor of Business Administration. See www.mtroyal.ca for further information about these programs.

SIGA Scholarship Program

The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) has announced a new scholarship program that will give $25 000 to First Nations students. The scholarships, to be given out this spring, include two $5000 awards to students in computer science, commerce, or hospitality and tourism management; and two $2500 awards to communications or electronics students. Ten $1000 scholarships will also go toward First Nations language retention, as well as to eligible students in any other fields. Applications will be available on the SIGA website. The deadline is July 31.

Learning Communities - U of S

The College of Arts and Science has introduced Learning Communities for first-eyar students. Each Learning Community consists of 40 students wh take a set of three courses together. This helps students build relationships with like-minded peers both in and outof the classrom setting, as well as with faculty, through a variety of extra-curricular activities. For more information visit

http://www.artsandscience.usask.ca/students/learningcommunities

Heartland Health Region Jobs

The Heartland Health Region is looking to hire students in the following areas:
-Maintenance Service Workers ($17.64 - $18.89/hour) - requires grade 10 and a Fire Safety Certificate, which you obtain within in 6 months of being hired

-Food Services Workers ($15.24-$16.32/hour) - requires grade 10 and a Food Safe Certificate

-Environmental Services Workers ($14.75 - $15.80/hour)

Send your resume by email to tamara.goertzen@hrha.sk.ca or fax it to 1.306.867.1877

Summer University Transition Program

The Summer University Transition Program is open to all Aboriginal students who have applied to the University of Saskatchewan for July 2008 in any direct entry college. The goal of the program is to support Aboriginal students in the transition to first year studies at the University of Saskatchewan. The Summer University Transition Program is a joint initiative between the college of Arts and Science and the Aboriginal Students' Centre. It provides a foundation for programs available within the College of Arts and Science as well as other direct entry colleges at the University of Saskatchewan.

Extended Deadlines - U of S

The application for admission deadline for Agriculture and Bioresources and Arts and Science have been extended to August 15. For up to date application deadlines visit: explore.usask.ca/admisson/deadlines

U-Start (U of S)

U-Start helps students and their parents find out about online class registration, class selection, housing options and more. Students who have applied for admission for September 2008 can register for a U-Start session nearest them. The schedule and registration form are online at explore.usask.ca/events.ustart

Prince Edward Drama Scholarship

June 2 Deadline - Saskatchewan drama students aged 13 to 18 may receive up to $500 through the Prince Edward Drama Scholrship to attend a drama program in the province. Programs include drama camps and theatre classes - - everything from acting and playwriting to directing and design. The scholarship helps students with financialneed to ocer costs such as fees, travel and accomodation.

Applications are available online at www.artsboard.sk.ca/Grants/grants.shtml

Premier's Centennial Arts Scholarship

May 15 - If you are undertaking training for a career as a professional artist in any fine arts discipline, you could be eligible for a Premier's Centennial Arts Scholarship.

These scholaships give financial assistance to full and part time students taking courses or training at an accredited post secondary institution or recognized fine arts training program.

Maximum grants are: $2500 for full time students and $1000 for part time students. Applications are available online at www.artsboard.sk.ca/Grants/grants.shtml

Bridging Opportunity - Agriculture

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS – AGRICULTURE & BIORESOURCES DIPLOMAS
Diploma programs offered in the College of Agriculture & Bioresources are two-year programs targeted at specific program opportunities in the areas of Agribusiness and Agronomy. The recent changes to the programs allow Diploma students to ladder into the Degree programs in their area of study. The admission average for these programs is 70%, however, changes to specific high school subjects required for admission are outlined as follows:

SASKATCHEWAN REQUIREMENTS

Diploma in Agribusiness
- Mathematics B30*
- Mathematics C30*
- Biology 30 or Chemistry 30 or Physics 30
*Students may be admitted with one deficiency in these subjects. Such a deficiency must be cleared before entering the second year of study.

More information can be found online at:
http://explore.usask.ca/admission/requirements/

Surviving US

SURVIVING US! RENAMED U-START – MAY & JUNE
We have renamed Surviving US! to U-START! You can expect a poster in your mailbox soon! Encourage students and parents to prepare with U-Start and learn the ins and outs of:
- course selection
- registration procedures
- class schedules
- first-year transition programs
- housing options

Students will be receiving an invitation in the mail shortly, and more information will become available online at:
http://explore.usask.ca/events/ustart

Online Golf Management Courses

Selkirk College, Nelson BC will launch a 10 course online certificate program this fall to preapre young people with knowledge and skills to break into the field of golf management. For more information about golf industry growth, career opportunities, courses offered and program details, visit this link.

Transition to Post-Secondary/Employment Program

This program is designated for high school/GED graduates who are diagnosed with a learning disability and or ADHD. Students will be given the opportunity to develop study skills, note taking abilities, time management, organizational and advocacy skills needed to be successful at a post secondary level or for employment. The students are given time to develop skills to learn to use technological devices adequately. They are also given an opportunity to audit a class at a post-secondary institution and take a class for credit in their chosen field. For further information, contact SIAST.

Creative Writing and Drama at IMC

The folllowing camps are to be held this summer at the International Peace Garden on the Border between North Dakota and Manitoba

-Creative Writing - June 22-28
-Drama - June 29 - July 5
-Middle School Musical - June 8-14
-Musical Theatre - July 20-26

For more information, check out www.internationalmusiccamp.com

National Youth in Care Network

Each year, Ken Dryden Scholarships are awarded to young people, currently or formerly in the care of the Canadian child welfare system who demonstrate great achievement and promise. Each scholarship covers up to $3000 or 80% of the cost of tuition and fees, whichever is less and is renewable annually.

See http://www.youthincare.ca/work.scholarship.html for further details.

Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Scholarship

June 15 - The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame, in partnership with Great-West Life and Lnodon LIfe and Canada Life have established a fund that supports up to two scholarships each year for high schol students hoping to pursue an education in health or medical science at a Canadian University. The value of the scholarship is $1000 per year toward a four year undergr4aduate degree in the health schiences at any accredited Canadian university. Visit www.cdnmedhall.org for applications and further details.

CN Scholarships for Women

Deadline October 12 - This scholarship program for women is intended to encourage women to seek careersin Trades, Technology and Operations where participation to date by owmen in these fields has been limited. There are fifty scholarships of $600 awarded annually to selected community colleges, institutes of technology and Cegeps. For further information, see http://www.tru.ca/assets/finaid/docs/CN%202008%20Application.pdf

Student Loan Applications

Student Financial Assistance Branch offers scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students to help reduce education costs. Students may be eligible for scholarship taxation exemption under certain conditions, including studnets who study outside Canada.

To access an online or printable Canada-Saskatchewan student loan application form, see student-loans.sk.ca

Masonic Youth Trust Award

Deadline August 7 - This $1000.00 award is offered annually to Saskatchewan high school graduates who proceed to an institution of higher learning anywhere in Canada. Selection is based upon academic achievement, leadership skills, community and school activities, special awards and need.

Applications are available from your guidance counsellor.

Tommy Rutherford Masonic Bursary

This $500 award is open to students at CutKnife High School, Luseland High School, Macklin High School, Unity Composite High School and Wilkie High School (1 bursary given, not one per school).

This award goes to a student whose parents or grandparents are or were affiliated with any Masonic Lodge. (If no Masonic relation is eligible other students can apply.)

Contact your guidance counsellor for further information.

Saskatchewan School Boards Association Scholarship

Each year the Saskatchewan School Boards Association offers two education scholarships of $1,000 each to graduating high school students who remain in Saskatchewan in post-secondary study. One scholarship is awarded to a student entering university in Saskatchewan and one scholarship is awarded to a student entering a technical institute in Saskatchewan. Check out this link for application forms and information.

Petroleum Society Scholarships

The Petroleum Society Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (Lloydminster and District Heavy Oil Section) is offering both a scholarship and an essay contest for students who are enrolled for their first year in an engineering program related to the oil industry.

See www.petsocheavyoil.org for forms and further information.

U of R - New Programs

The U of R is now offering two new programs:

a) Bachelor of Arts in Prairie Studies - available online, local focus on Canadian Prairies within a global context, cooperative education program career opportunities in government organizations; economic development; rural municipalities; rural, northern and aboriginal corporations

b) Liberal Arts Certificate and Diploma - alternative to a four year BA program, completed in one or two years, courses include social sciences and humanities in a variety of topic areas, general knowledge and skills applicable to all walks of life

For further information, see www.uregina.ca/arts/

UR Ready Workshops

Students who are planning to attend the University of Regina this fall are encourages to attend a UR Ready Workshop so that they and their parents can find out about final admission, how to book advising appointments and register for classes, when and how to pay tuition, deadlines for changing and dropping courses, how to get a parking pass, information on living in residence and more. See posters in your school for dates when these workshops will be happening in your area.

Luther Residence Spend-A-Night

May 9-10 - Luther College is offering a free overnight stay in Luther College Residence at the University of Regina. Young adults ages 17-21 who are thinking aobut attending a post-secondary insitution including (Luther, U of R, Campion College, FUNC, SIAST, Police College) are invited to atttend. To register go to www.luthercollege.edu/spendanight

Coca Cola Scholarship in Fine Arts

The Drama Department at the University of Saskatchewan is currently accpeting applications for this scholarship, normally valued between four and five thousand dollars. The award will go to a students who is entering the first year of study in the B.A. program (with a major in Drama) and who has a record of distinguished participation in drama during her/his high school years.

Interested students should send their most recent high school transcipts, along with letters of recommendation from drama teachers or other high school teachers and/or community theatre directors to

Dwayne Brenna, Head
Department of Drama
University of Saskatchewan
118 Science Place
Saskatoon, SK
S7N 5E2

New Program - U of S

In September 2008, the first students will begin their Bachelor of Science in Renewable Reource Management program at the University of Saskatchewan. These students will be educated to deal with issues such as bioremediation of contaminated land, evaluation of ecological goods and services, forestry and agroforestry systems, indigenous peoples' resource management and greenhouse gas mitigation. This new program is offered through the College of Agriculture and Bioresources.

For more information see here

Track and Field Camp

The Royal Canadian Legion will once again be sponsoring a Track and Field Camp at the University of Saskatchewan on July 8-12, 2008. Boys and girls born from 1991-1995 inclusive who are still attending school are eligible to attend. Ask your guidance counsellor for further information.

Legion Scholarships and Bursaries

The Saskatchewan Command, in cooperation with the Dominion Command of The Royal Canadian Legion are offeirng 10 scholarships of $300.00 each (based on adacemic standing) and 10 bursaries of $300.00 each (based on academic standing and financial need).

These are offered to students who have completed their grade 12 and are continuing their education at university, technical school, or business college.

These scholarships are available to the sons/daughters, grandsons/granddaughters and great grandsons/great granddaughters of beterans, ex-service, or still serving military or R.C.M.P. personnel.

See your guidance counsellor for application forms.

Delta Co-operative Association Scholarship

June 1st Deadline: Delta Co-op offers a $500 scholarship to an individual who meets the following criteria:
-graduating in the current year from a high school in a community that does NOT have a Delta Retail outlet
-express a sincere desire to further their eduction at any accredited technical, trade school, college or university
-enter a program that is a minimum of two semesters in length
-be the son or daughter of an active Delta Co-op member

Forms may be obtained from your guidance counsellor or by calling Delta's Main office at 1.306.228.2662.

Health Information Management System at SIAST

This program, formerly known as the Health Record Technology/Administration Program, is offered at Wascana Campus. This is a two-year diploma program, with options to transfer into degree program in Health Information Management at several universities across Canada, including Ryerson University, which gives students full credit for their two years at SIAST.

For further information, check out this link.

SGI Corporate Scholarship Program

September 30 - The SGI Corporate Scholarship is open to all Saskatchewan residents attending accredited post-secondary institutions in Saskatchewan. Eight $2,500 scholarships are awarded each year - four to university students and four to students attending a technical institute. Scholarships are awarded for one year on a one-time basis - recipients may receive only one SGI scholarship during their studies.

Eligibility:
To be eligible for an SGI Corporate Scholarship, a student must:

be a Saskatchewan resident
be enrolled in a certificate, diploma or degree program related to the business needs of SGI at an accredited post-secondary campus in Saskatchewan. Business needs of SGI are defined very broadly to include all aspects and departments included in the corporation
show their contribution to community, extracurricular activities or commitments made in balancing work, education and home responsibilities
be receiving no other scholarship funding for the current school year
Forward a completed SGI Corporate Scholarship application form directly to SGI at:

SGI Human Resources
Scholarships - 2nd floor
2260 - 11th Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0J9

Upcoming Events - Various

-March 11 - North West Regional College (North Battleford) will be hosting a workshop open to all students and parents regarding scholarships, student loans and study grants. This workshop will take place from 7:00-8:00 p.m. There is no preregistration required.
-The Manitoba Science Academy provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008. See http://www.msawhiteshell.com/intro.htm for further details.
-Skills Work - this conference is for young women in grades 11 and 12 who are interested in skilled trades and technical professions. It involves networking events, hands-on activities and even a competitive component. This will take place on March 14 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Those interested should contact your guidance counsellor.
-Ag-Citing Careers Info Day - Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus is holding this event on March 14 in order to familiarize participants with careers in the agriculture industry. Call 1.800.661.6490 for futher information.
-UR Connected - Students in grades 10 and 11 are invited to attend this campus visit day on March 12. See www.uregina.ca/newstudent for further information.
-March 28 - University of Alberta Rural Discovery Day. Register at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp by March 21
-March 29 - Open House - CSI SIAST will be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon for several programs. Ask your guidance counsellor for a detailed list and register today!

Upcoming Events - Various

March 11 - North West Regional College (North Battleford) will be hosting a workshop open to all students and parents regarding scholarships, student loans and study grants. This workshop will take place from 7:00-8:00 p.m. There is no preregistration required.
The Manitoba Science provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008.
Skills Work - this conference is for young women in grades 11 and 12 who are interested in skilled trades and technical professions. It involves networking events, hands-on activities and even a competitive component. This will take place on March 14 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Those interested should contact your guidance counsellor.
Ag-Citing Careers Info Day - Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus is holding this event on March 14 in order to familiarize participants with careers in the agriculture industry. Call 1.800.661.6490 for futher information.
UR Connected - Students in grades 10 and 11 are invited to attend this campus visit day on March 12. See www.uregina.ca/newstudent for further information.
March 28 - University of Alberta Rural Discovery Day. Register at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp by March 21
March 29 - Open House - CSI SIAST will be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon for several programs. Ask your guidance counsellor for a detailed list and register today!

University of Lethbridge Grade 11 Merit Awards

June 30 - Deadline for University of Lethbridge Grade 11 Merit Awards. Students with an 80% average and above are encouraged to apply. Go to uleth.ca/ross/student_finance/scholarships/awards.html for an application form.

Monsanto Scholarship

May 16 - Monsanto Canada Opportunity Scholarships - For young people from farming backgrounds who wish to pusue a career in the agricultural sciences or forestry. Successful applicants will each be awarded a scholarship valued at $1500 based on academic standards and leadership in the community. See www.monsanto.ca for further details.

Manitoba Science Academy

The Manitoba Science Academy provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.

The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008.

For further information, contact www.msawhiteshell.com

A.E. Blakeney SaskTel Bursary

In honour of Allan Blakeney's tenure on the SaskTel Board, and in recognition of his retirement, the A.E. Blakeney Bursary has been established in his name.

The A.E. Blakeney Bursary is awarded biannually and since the first award was given in 2004, future awards will be given in 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2012. The application deadline is March 28, 2008.

The recipient of the A.E. Blakeney SaskTel Bursary will be awarded $10,000 annually for a period of four years. The total value of this four year bursary is $40,000.

Eligibility:
be in need of financial assistance in order to complete their studies. Needs assessment will be based on a Canada Student Loans formula of assessed costs and assessed resources.
be graduating or a graduate from a Saskatchewan high school with an academic standing of 80% or greater.
be a Saskatchewan resident, for a minimum of 12 months, at time of application. Must be a Canadian citizen or Landed Immigrant (people who have been granted the right to live in Canada permanently by immigration authorities).
be an entering or first year full-time student, enrolled in a minimum of 24 credit units (in Regular Session) and in a post-secondary program of at least four academic years at the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, or First Nations University of Canada. Preference will be given to those enrolled in Business/Commerce/Administration with major in Marketing or Accounting, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
Preference will be given to students who meet SaskTel's diversity criteria. Diversity includes the following: visible minorities, women in non-traditional roles, people with disabilities or Aboriginal people. Aboriginal people include the following: status and non-status First Nations, Métis and Inuit. Note: Must provide proof of Aboriginal Ancestry - photocopy of Band/Treaty card; Métis Membership card; Inuit Beneficiary card.

Payments beyond year one will be dependent on the student maintaining an acceptable academic average, continued enrollment in one of the eligible fields of study, and continued demonstration of financial need.

To apply online, visit here

SHA Hockey Education Assistance

August 31 - The Saskatchewan Hockey Association shall award a minimum of eleven $1000 hockey Education Assistance Grants each hockey season to a minimum of eleven registered members of the SHA as follows:

8 - Regional (Zone) members (player, coach or member of the referees division)
1 - Midget AAA registered player
1 - Female registered player
1 - Junior A,B, or Senior registered player

See www.sha.sk.ca for application forms.

Casino Regina Scholarship Program

May 31 - The Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation offers scholarships to encourage Saskatchewan residents to pursue full-time post-secondary education in the fields of business administration, hospitality management, electronics or computer technologies, and communications.

Fourteen scholarships are available. Six $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students enrolled in university degree programs, and eight $500 scholarships will be awarded in certificate or diploma programs at regional colleges and technical institutes.

To be eligible for a scholarship, the applicant must:

Be a Saskatchewan resident
Be enrolled or about to enroll in full-time studies (for a minimum of eight months) at a recognized post-secondary institute in Saskatchewan. (Full-time is defined by the educational facility the student is planning on attending)
Preference may be given to those students enrolled in degree, diploma or certificate programs related to business administration, hospitality management, electronics or computer technologies, and communications.

A PDF file of the scholarship application form is available for download HERE.

MS Scholarship Program

April 15 - The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada Scholarship Program supported by Billy Talent and Friends, is accpeting applications from Canadians under the age of 25, who have MS or a parent with MS for funding toward the 2008/09 post-secondary studies.

Details on criteria and application fors are available for download at http://www.mssociety.ca/en/help/scholarship.htm

Resume Link

The following link was recommended by NBCHS staff.

http://resumizer.com

CUPE 4747 Scholarship Criteria

April 30 -To be eligible, students must have a parent/guardian be a member of CUPE local 4747 for at least one full year. Students must submit their application including their high school marks and letter outlining future education plans to CUPE local. Proof of acceptance at a post-secondary school must be provided before money is given.

Scholarship amount is a minimum of $200 to a maximum of $1000 per region.

Mail applications to CUPE Local 4747, Box 1101, North Battleford, SK, S9A 3K2

Workplace Health and Safety Event

Sask Advanced Education, Employment and Labour has partnered with the Sask Construction Safety Association to offer this event in Saskatoon, in conjunction with the Saskatoon and Regional Homebuilders Home Show and Career Centre. In this Olympic-style competition, students participate in paactical challenages designed to test the skills required in trade and technology occupations.

Luther College at the U of R Information Night

Wednesday, February 27 - An information night will be held at Luther College at the University of Regina. For more information, see www.luthercollege.edu/informationnight

EF Global Citizen Awards

February 28 - This essay contest is for students in grades 10 and 11. Applicants are required to write an essay in response to the following prompt "Describe how a shared experience with someone form another cultural background influenced both of you as global citizens."

Two winners will be selected from Canada. The will travel with a group on a 10 day expenses paid international educational tour and will receive a 30 GB iPod.

Entrance forms are available at eftours.ca/globalcitizen

UBC Scholarships - Further Deadlines

June 30
-Affiliation Scholarships
-Affiliation Bursaries
-Aborginal Awards

September 15
-Winter Bursary

Work study job postings are available for September. Visit www.students.ubc.ca/careers/workstudy for further information.

Luther College Entrance Scholarships

May 15 - To be eligible for Luther College scholarships, students must be registered in Luther Arts, Fine Arts or Science and remain registered in 12 credit hours for the Fall semester.

To apply see www.luthercollege.edu/scholarships

UR Connected - Grades 10 and 11

Wednesday, March 12 from 12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

This session is for Grade 10 and 11 students, parents, high school counsellors and teachers. It includes a campus tour and careers sessions.

To register, go to www.uregina.ca/newstudent/knowur/urconnected/shtml

Pearson College Scholarship Opportunity - Grade 11's

February 15 - A scholarhsip opportunity is available at Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific in British Columbia in the fall of 2008. Generally, candidates would be attending and completing Grade 11 in June 2008. A Two-year scholarship, valued at over $30 000 annually covers room, board, and tuition costs.

Online applications are available at www.pearsoncollege.ca. Information regarding summer programs is available at www.psyl.ca

Pearson College Scholarship Opportunity - Grade 11's

February 15 - A scholarhsip opportunity is available at Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific in British Columbia in the fall of 2008. Generally, candidates would be attending and completing Grade 11 in June 2008. A Two-year scholarship, valued at over $30 000 annually covers room, board, and tuition costs.

Online applications are available at www.pearsoncollege.ca. Information regarding summer programs is available at www.psyl.ca

Alberta College of Art and Design Pre-College Program

This is an opportunity of talented high school students who are serious about pursuing post-secondary studies in visual art or design to become immersed in a month-long intensive studio and liberal arts experience at the college level.

This program is a 3-credit first year studies studio elective that is open to students who have not yet been admitted to ACAD. Youth between the ages of 16-18 years who have completed grades 10, 11 or 12 prior tothe program start can apply.

See www.acad.ca for more details.

University of Regina Entrance Scholarships

The University of Regina has sent out its award applications to schools. Theses packages include forms for the following:

March 15:
-General Application for Entrance Scholaships
-Alumni Association Children of Alumni Entrance Scholarship
-Dwain Lingenfelter Centennial Scholarship (Economics, Political Science, Sociology or Business Administration)
-Dr. George and Helen Ferguson Entrance Scholarship
-Bert Fox/Ferguson University of Regina Alumni Entrance Scholarship
-35 Lions Club of Regina Scholarship

May 31
-IPSCO Scholarships (Engineering, Administration/Commerce, Science)

July 1
-CIC Aboriginal Bursary
-University of Regina International Students Entrance Scholarship

July 30
-Internationa Baccalaureate Diploma Entrance Scholarship
-University of Regina Advanced Placement Entrance Scholarship
July 31
-Morley Wood Memorial Scholarship for Aboriginal Female Students

September 30
-Garth Edward Usick Memorial Bursary (full or part time student with a disability)
-Don Powell Award (Kinesiology and Health Studies)

For further details, see http://www.uregina.ca/awards/scholarships/

CSI SIAST

Come, See, Investigate SIAST - participating students have the opportunity to explore a SIAST program by engaging in a hand-on activity in a shop, lab or classroom.

Palliser Campus, Moose Jaw - February 14, March 19

Kelsey Campus, Saskatoon - March 19 only

Wascana Campus, Regina - February 21, April 4

Woodland Campus, Prince Albert - February 14, March 13

To register, visit www.gosiast.com

U of T Youth Summer Programs

The University of Toronto's Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Medicine offer a summer program where high school students experience what it is like to be a student in these faculties. Participants have access to the University's top academic and research professionals and take part in "hands-on" academic programming. Programs range in length from one to four weeks.

For more information, see www.ysp.utoronto.ca

Important Deadlines - University of Saskatchewan

February 15 - Competitive Entrance Awards - apply at explore.usask.ca (To be eligible, you must also apply for admission by February 15.

May 1 - Application for Admission and consideration for Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships

As soon as possible - applications for residence

More Scholarship Information

May 25 Deadline - Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship Fund - to provide financial assistance to students prusing higher education in the field of conservation. See http://www.cwf-fcf.org/pages/pdfs/orvilleerickson_form_e.pdf

March 15 - Leonard Foundation Financial Assistance Program - considers financial need and occupations of parents (clergy, teachers, military, engineers) as well as athletic, fitness or military endeavours. See www.leonardfnd.org/english/criteria.html

RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program Application

Deadline January 31 - You are eligible to apply for this award if you are a Status Indian, a Non-status Indian, Inuit or Metis and you meet the following criteria:

-you are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada
-you have been accepted to or are currently attending an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada
-you maintain a full course load the leads to a recognized degree, certificate or diploma
-you require financial assistance to pursue your education

For application forms and information, see http://www.rbc.com/uniquecareers/campus/aboriginal-student-awards.html

Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges

March 25 Deadline - This award, administrated by the Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation is designed to recognize outstanding college-bound students who show a strong commitment to their field to study and are interested in making positive contributions to their communities.

For further information, see www.gwmsc.ca

Prospective Educator Scholarships

February 1 Deadline - The Phi Delta Kappa Educational Foundation annually aards scholarships to prospective educators who have a connection to PDK. Eligible students include high school seniors intending to major in education.

Address questions regarding this scholarship to scholarships@pdkintl.org

U of A Scholarship - Extended Deadline

The University of Alberta has extend the Academic Excellence Scholarship Competition until March 1, 2008 (for this year only).

Students who are currently in grade 12 (or final year of high school); have an award average of 80%; are planning to enter the U of A in Spetember 2008 and who did not already apply for the Academic Excellence Scholarship Competition are eligible to apply.

Information on application procedures can be found at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards

Scholarships - Various

February 1 - Kin Canada Bursaries - see www.bursary.ca

March 1 - Canadian Association of Principals Student Leadership Award - see http://www.cdnprincipals.org/Student%20Leadership%20Application%20Form.doc

March 15 - Odd Fellow and Rebekah Bursaries - ask your guidance counsellor for more details

March 31 - Miller Thomson Foundation Scholarship - see www.millerthomson.com for details and application forms

May 30 - Walmart Canada Community Scholarships - http://www.walmart.ca/wps-portal/storelocator/scholarships/community_scholarship_form.pdf

Insight: Taylor University Visits

Thursday, February 28 to Friday, February 29, Taylor University is inviting prospective students to spend a day and sit in on classes, attend chapel, enjoy a free lunch and get to know Taylor students. This could include an overnight stay in residence. Taylor University is a fully accredited Christian Liberal Arts College which offers 3 or 4 year degress in Psychology, English,Social Studies, General Studies, and Religion and Theology, as well as transfer programs in Education, Business, Music and General Studies.

There is no cost to attend. However, registration is required by February 22.

For further information and to register, visit tayloru.ca

Ambrose University College Preview Days

Ambrose University College is a Christian University College located in Calgary. All of their Bachelor of Arts programs are accredited by the province of Alberta and Ambrose is a recent member of the Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer.

Preview days are being held on February 1, February 15, February 29, March 28 and April 4. Call 1.800.461.1222 or email vist@ambrose.edu to attend one of these days or to arrange a personal tour.

Saskatchewan Youth Award

Each year up to five individuals between the ages of 15 and 24 will receive this award which recognizes a broad range of achievements and endeavours that include but are not limited to leadership, voluntarism, innovation, artistic or cultural accomplishments, academic excellence, athletics and outstanding personal achievements.

Anyone can nominate a youth they consider deserving of the Saskatchewan Youth Award. Although nominations are accepted at any time of the year, January 30, 2008 is the deadline for nominees to be considered for the 2007 award. Posthumous nominations are not accepted.

For further information, see www.gr.gov.sk.ca/Protocol

Exhibition for Visual Communications Program

Medicine Hat College is inviting art educators and students to plan a visit to their 2008 graduation exhibition. The show opens on Monday, April 7 and continues through Sunday, April 13. For more information, contact the Visual Communications Program coordinator at Medicine Hat College at 403.504.3600.

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award

This is a renewable award, subject to satisfactory progress and is tenable at any Canadian university of college. The value of each award is up to $7000 annually, for a maximum of four years or until a first degree is obtained. For students who do not pay tuition fees, the award is $3500 per year.

Candidates for this award have demonstrated the highest ideals and qualities of citizenship. Further relevant qualities are courage in overcoming obstacles, involvement in humanitarian service and participation in sport, fitness and community service.

See www.terryfox.org for further information.

U of A Campus Housing

Residence Services started accepting applications for September 2008 on October 1st, 2007. All students wishing to live in residence must submit an online application, as most spaces are assigned on a first-come, first served basis and are limited. First-year single rooms are going fast and residence applications have to be submitted immediately to have a chance at this room type.

Please note that students do not have to be accepted to the University prior to applying to residence – they simply need to have applied to the U of A and obtained their U of A Student ID number to access the online residence application. Steps for completing residence applications are available on our website at www.ualberta.ca/residence.

Questions? Please email housing@ualberta.ca

St. Joseph's College Open House

St. Joseph’s College is the Catholic College within the University of Alberta. They offer U of A credit courses in the areas of Christian Theology, Philosophy, Ethics, and Religious Education. All U of A students are eligible to take courses at St. Joseph’s.

St Joesph’s College is proud to offer an exciting new cohort program for first year Arts students called Academia. To learn more about this program, or to register, please contact Peter Buijs using the contact information below.

St Joseph’s also offers a men’s and a women’s residence, which include an all-you-can-eat Meal Plan. Residence tours will be available during their Open House.

To learn more about what St. Joseph’s College has to offer you, come check out their Open House!
February 7, 2008
6:30 – 8:30 pm
11325 89th Ave, Edmonton (on the U of A North Campus) (www.ualberta.ca/campusmap)
Light Refreshments will be served

For more information, please visit www.stjosephscollege.ca or contact Peter Buijs at sjcsrc@sjc.ualberta.ca

Academic Excellence - Extended Deadline

The deadline to apply for the Academic Excellence Scholarship has been extended to March 1, 2008 for current grade 12 students. Students can apply for this scholarship online using Bear Tracks by logging on as a guest.

If you have any questions about the application process, please have them contact our Student Awards Office at awards@ualberta.ca or by calling 780.492.3221

Please note that next year, grade 12 students must submit their application by December 15 in order to be considered.

Special Scholarships for Engineering Students

Future Engineers have until March 1, 2008 to apply for the University of Alberta Academic Excellence Scholarship.

Not only does the U of A offer between $1000-$5,000 worth of Scholarships to Academic Excellence Awards recipients, but the Faculty of Engineering will also offer an additional $1750 - $5000 for students entering the Faculty of Engineering. To be considered for this extra Scholarship, please make sure that your students indicate that they plan on entering the Faculty of Engineering on their Academic Excellence Scholarship Application.

See http://www.registrar.ualberta.ca/ro.cfm?id=391

Lakeland College's Annual Counsellors Update

Thursday, January 10 - Lloydminster Campus

This session will provide current information about Lakeland College,along with 23 other post-secondary institutions from across Alberta and Saskatchewan. A publication fair will round out the day's activities.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. and luch will be provided. The registration deadline is December 14. Contact Lakeland College at 1.800.661.6490.

University of British Columbia - Scholarships

February 28 - Major Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline

UBC offers over $1.2 million in Major Entrance Scholarships, with the largest valued at $40 000. Separate application forms for each campus are available online at https://youubc.ca/counsellors

Students who create a user account and register for a campus tour or event, request information and apply to the UBC will be automatically entered to win a $200 travel voucher.

SAIT (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology) Awards

SAIT offers more than $3.1 million in student awards in recognition of academic success, financial need, community involvement and other considerations. You can view all of the awards at www.sait.ca/studentawards and then apply at www.mysait.ca (click on myStudent tab, and under Finance Information, click on SAIT Scholarships and Awards.)

Elimination of Federal Tax on Scholarships

“The federal Budget 2006 announced the elimination of federal income tax on all
income from scholarships, bursaries, and fellowships. The federal legislation
was recently approved on February 21, 2007, to authorize the policy changes.
For 2006, the full amount of scholarships, fellowships, or bursaries are not
taxable and are no longer reported as income on your tax return. The
scholarships, fellowships, or bursaries must be received by you as a student with
respect to your enrolment in a program that entitles you to claim the Education
Amount (Form T2202, Education and Textbook Amounts Certificate). If you are
not eligible for the education amount, report on line 130 only the amount that is
more than $500.
T4A’s issued by Alberta Advanced Education – Students Finance will show the
tax amount of scholarships and bursaries in Box 28 – Other Income. Box 38,
shows the footnote code as 05, which is for Scholarships/Bursaries. This amount
should not be reported on your 2006 tax return, as long as you are eligible for
the Education Amount (Form T2202, Education and Textbook Amounts
Certificate).“
If you are unsure of your tax status, contact the Canada Revenue Agency at:
1-800-959-8281 or www.cra.gc.ca.

Selkirk College Contemporary Music and Tech Program

The Contemporary Music and Technology program at Selkirk College in Nelson, BC is a two-year diploma program developed to train musician performers for the commercial music and enterainment industry. The curriculum includes instruction on guitar, bass, percussion, saxophone, violin, vocals and keyboards, as well as grounding in music theory and ear training.

See www.selkirkmedia.com/music for further information.

Agriventure

AgriVenture is run by the International Agricultural Exchange Association (IAEA).

Since 1963 IAEA has arranged trips for over 25,000 young people. So, while your visit will be the experience of a lifetime, it can also mark the beginning of a valuable, long term association with IAEA.

As a trainee you will make long lasting friendships with both past and present trainees building a network in your country, your host country and worldwide. On your return, as a Past Trainee, you'll have the opportunity to become an active IAEA member. As such you'll be welcome at a variety of fun and informative events, can take part in the running of the organisation, help promote AgriVenture to others and even enjoy travel benefits.

See http://www.agriventure.com/about.asp for further details.

Tuition Break for Lakeland Visits

If you live more than 100 km away from a Lakeland Campus and you attend a tour of the campus, you'll receive a tuition credit based on kilometres travelled up to a maximum of 1500 km. Also, everyone who takes a touris entered into a draw to win $1000 towards their tuition at Lakeland.

Phone 1.800.661.6490 ext 8408 to book your tour.

Best Teen Chef Contest

The Culinary Arts Program: The Art Institutes is sponsoring a Best Teen Chef competition. Applications and additional information are available at artinstitutes.edu/btc.

U of R Teacher Education Program

The deadline for the Fall 2008 Teacher Education Application & Profiles for the University of Regina is March 17, 2008. Visit http://education.uregina.ca/ to download and application and profile.

For further information, check out http://education.uregina.ca

NAIT Buddy System

The NAIT Buddy System provides an opportunity for prospective students to experience NAIT first-hand by spending a day teamed with a current student. For more information, contact the NAIT student recruitment centre at 1.877.627.3377.

SAIT - Student for a Day

Grade 12 students who are interested in SAIT programs can arrange to spend a day at SAIT by going to www.sait.ca

There, they should click on "Programs and Courses" and select from "Full-time Programs" to find the telephone number of the department offering the course which they would like to observe.

Lakeland College Financial Incentives

With a minimum 85 per cent average in Grade 11 subjects, students can now get a minimum $1,500 entance scholarship at Lakeland College.
If an average is higher, the scholarship goes higher.

an 85% average gets you a $1,500 scholarship
a 90% average gets you a $2,500 scholarship
a 95% average gets you a $3,500 scholarship
Use your marks in these courses to establish your average. Eligible subjects are English 20 plus four of the following or equivalent subjects:

Pure Math 20
Science 20
Biology 20
Chemistry 20
Physics 20
Social Studies 20
and a language other than English at a Grade 11 level

How to applyApply to Lakeland College with the application form.
No special scholarship application needed. Just submit your Grade 11 marks (signed transcript) by Feburary 15, 2008. Please include what grade 12 subjects you are taking.

For further information, visit: http://www.lakelandcollege.ca/greatsavings/

Augustana Preview Days

Augustana Campus, University of Albeta (in Camrose) is hosting preview days on November 23, February 8, and March 7. Overnight accomodation can be arranged on request.

To sign up, call 1.800.661.8714. For more information, see www.augustana.ualberta.ca

Burger King Scholars

December 15 Deadline: Awards are $1,000 each and may be used for educational expenses during the first year of college or post-secondary vocational/technical school.

Students may apply from public, private, vocational, technical, parochial and alternative high schools throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Applicants must be high school seniors who:

-Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent.
-Work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (unless individual circumstances prevents the student’s involvement).
-Demonstrate participation in community service and/or co-curricular activities.
-Demonstrate financial need.
-Receive written nomination and signature from a school official and an employer recommendation (neither of whom is related to the student).
-Plan to enroll in an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school by Fall 2007

Application forms are available at
http://www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/bkscholars/application1cn.pdf

Rock Your Bottom Line

Students can will a $1000 scholarship from Scotiabank. Go to www.fundyourfuture.ca/rock by December 15 to apply.

Millennium Bursary Program (Atutomatic Application)

The Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation offers bursaries to students on the basis of their financial need. The Foudnation gives out about 90 000 bursaries each year with a totla value of about $285 million.

On average, the bursaries are worth $3000 each.

By applying to your provincial or territorial student financial assistance program, you may be assessed as having a high level of financial need and meet the program's eligibility critera. If so, your province of residence will recommend you to the Foundation for a bursary.

SWEAT

The Art Institute of Vancouver is once again offering the Structured Work Experience and Training program for students in grades 11 and 12. Twenty-three programs will be offered at four campuses locations, providing 30 hours of hands-on work experience from March 24th to March 27, 2008. Program areas in clude culinary, new media, art, and entertainment.

Application deadline is December 15, 2007. See www.aiv.aii.edu for further information.

ReMAX Quest for Excellence 2008 School Bursary Program

RE/MAX is once again offering twenty-four $500 bursaries to grade 12 students in Western Canada. Students must apply online, submitting an esssay based on their interest in a selected subject including leadership, sports, technology and trades, performing arts, fine arts, and community service.

The deadline is March 7. Application forms can be found at www.remax-wester.ca/4002_quest_for_excellence.html

Confederation Scholarship

Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick offers a $5000 renewaqble scholarship to students from outside of the province. One scholarship is offered per province.

For further information, see http://www.mta.ca/news/index.cgi?id=928

Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre Information

Deadlines December 2007 or January 2008

Students who are interested in a career as an Officer with the Canadianb Forces can apply for the university subsidization program which pays for all requierd tuition and materials and gives them a salary while they pursue their degrees. The Regular Officer Training Plan (ROTP)pays for education at aaccredited civilian universities or at the Royal Military College in Kingston, ON.

For more information, call 1.800.856.8488 or visit www.recruiting.forces.gc.ca

A & E Canadian Lives that Make a Difference Essay Contest

Deadline: November 1

This contest is open to students in grades 5-12 who may enter by writing an essay based on someone they think has made the biggest impact on Canadian society in 2007. Students, teachers and schools can win exciting prizes. For more information and official rules, visit www.AETV.com/class/canadianclassroom

U of A Rural Discovery Day

U of Alberta,Rural Discovery Day

Saturday, December 1 from 9:30 - 3:30 p.m. in the Maple Leaf Room Lister Hall Conference Centre, University of Alberta. Register by November 23 at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp

Canada World Youth

Canada World Youth offers international educational programs to young people aged 17 to 24 who will travel as part of a team of youth to another region of Canada and another part of the world. The program encompasses a variety of dynamic volunteer projects in the fields of biodversity, agriculture and forestry, community development, education, health and new media and information technologies.

CWY also offers Global Learner programs which are shorter international educational projects designed specifically for high schools, colleges, universities and youth groups.

Canadian citizens or landed immigrants between the ages of 17 and 24 are eligible to participate.

For futher information, see www.canadaworldyouth.org or call 1.866.786.9243.