UBC Summer Scholars Program

The University of British Columbia is thrilled to announce the Summer Scholars Program is now open to high school applicants for summer 2015. Students will spend two weeks this July engaged in hands-on research and learning with UBC professors at the beautiful Okanagan campus - a total university experience.  Two exciting courses to choose from Environmental Sciences, in which students tackle the hot topic of sustainability, and explore it through field research in lab and natural surroundings of the Okanagan valley.  New this year! Applied Science, in which students are introduced to the design process through applied engineering projects, and explore topics ranging from robotics technology to 3D printing.

How will your students benefit from the program? They'll be connected to ideas and people that have global influence and get a taste of a world-class university-level education. The Summer Scholars Program is a non-credit course that will give students a solid foundation in environmental or applied sciences. They will: Complete a final study project, perfect for any college application Live on campus and be mentored by current UBC students  Explore the city of Kelowna, a top tourist destination in BC Meet and make friends from all over the world [video] - more than 70 students from 27 countries have participated so far Who is eligible? Students must be: Between 16 and 18 years of age;  Entering one of their final two years of high school; In good academic standing (unofficial transcript required); and Be able to undertake studies in English at a university level

Saskatchewan Pulse Growers Scholarships

Undergraduate Scholarships Available for First-Year Students Enrolled in a Saskatchewan-Based Post-Secondary Program
 

Deadline: May 8, 2015

ISaskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) will be giving out five, $5,000 scholarships again in 2015. To be eligible for a scholarship, students must complete Grade 12 this year and go on to attend a Saskatchewan-based post-secondary program full-time this fall, in a program associated with the agriculture industry.

For details on eligibility and selection criteria, please click here.

RE/MAX of Western Canada Quest for Excellence bursary program.

Deadline: March 9

This year RE/MAX is 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. Students can enter online at www.remax.ca > about RE/MAX > In the Community > Quest for Excellence.
Only online entries will be accepted. 

Scholarships for Students from Community Schools

Prince of Wales & Duchess of Cornwall Fund

Up to (20) $500 scholarships – Grade 11 students nominated

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship

Up to (6) $1,000 Scholarships – Grade 12 students nominated

Nominations being accepted now

Please see the attached Nomination Guideline Fact Sheet for information on the Scholarship nomination process and nomination criteria.

Please visit www.communityeducation.ca for

Nomination forms, guidelines, criteria

Nominations are open to all Grade 11 and 12 students attending High School in Saskatchewan.

Nomination forms must be completed by a school nomination team.

Students are required to fill out a short portfolio template included with the nomination form.

Admission Workshops: University of Regina

March 10th - Admission on the Spot
Due to the great success of our Admission on the Spot events we have decided to host another one on March 10th. For all of your students who have waited and are starting to worry about their applications, please let them know not to worry and if they come out to this event we will take care of them. All students need to do is show up on campus with a School Certified Transcript and the $100 application fee. We will be able to help them fill out their applications, calculate their admission average, and if admissible admit them into their faculty of choice. (Due to the competitive nature of Education and Nursing, we are not able to admit students into these faculties on this day)
Entrance 2015 Scholarship Application Workshops
Do your students want to apply for awards but do not know where to start? These workshops will walk them through the application process, and provide helpful tips on searching for awards and filling out their application. All sessions will last approximately 2 hours.

Date	Time	Location
Thursday, February 19, 2015	4:00 p.m.	ED 548
Tuesday, February 24, 2015	5:00 p.m.	ED 548
Wednesday, March 4, 2015	4:00 p.m.	ED 548
Monday, March 9, 2015	5:00 p.m.	ED 548

Click HERE for further information.

University of Regina: Important Deadlines

Important Upcoming Deadlines:

February 15 - Nursing Application Deadline
March 1 - Education Application Deadline
March 15 - Priority Application Deadline
March 15 - Entrance Scholarship Deadline (UofR and Campion)

University of Saskatchewan Important Deadlines

Feb. 15 is the deadline to submit the online application and application fee to be considered for admission to:

• Edwards School of Business
• Engineering
• Kinesiology

Mar. 1 is the last day for entering students (who applied for admission by Feb. 15) to submit the online application and all supporting documents for Competitive Entrance Awards, as well as any documents required for admission.

For Business, Engineering and Kinesiology applicants, Mar. 1 is the deadline to submit transcripts and other admission documents.

Looking for more detailed information?

• Requirements and deadlines
• Steps to apply

List of all uSask undergraduate programs

 

Dual Credit Programs for High School Students - SK Polytechnic

Saskatchewan high school students successfully completing selected courses will receive credit in the relevant Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs upon admission, as well as earning a Saskatchewan high school credit at the same time.

Registration in these courses must be submitted through your high school. For more information on available courses, registration and more contact your high school principal or guidance counsellor or visit our website at http://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/dual-credit.aspx

Important Deadline for SK Polytechnic High Demand Programs

February 15, 2015

This is a reminder that the following high-demand programs have an application deadline of February 15. Please check carefully as to the entrance requirements for these programs as they are more extensive than filling out an application form.

The following are classified as high-demand:

Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology

Dental Hygiene

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical Radiologic Technology

Power Engineering Technology

Practical Nursing

Psychiatric Nursing

Future is Yours Career Fair

Click HERE for further details.

Lakeland College Program Information Sessions

Lakeland College is holding various program information sessions. Prospective students can step into their program of interest for a day and find out if it is the right fit for them. They can talk face-to-face with instructors, staff, students and alumni and get their questions answered. Most sessions also include hands-on activities. Plus they can meet future classmates.

Lloydminster Campus
February 24 – Energy & Petroleum 
February 24 – Pre-Employment Hairstylist
February 26 – Business
March 17 – Esthetician & Health Care Aide
March 20 – University Transfer

Vermilion Campus
March 6 – Human Services
March 6 – Environmental Sciences
March 13 – Agricultural Sciences
March 20 – Interior Design
March 20 – Street Rod Technologies

To register online, click HERE.

University of Toronto Summer Programs in Law and Medicine

The University of Toronto's summer programs offer high school students an idea of what it would be like to be a student in the faculty of Law or Medicine at this institution.

The Law YSP allows students to discuss advance legal concepts and apply them in a variety of environments within the reality of the Canadian legal system; the Med YSP showcases opportunities available in medicine and medical research.

Both of these experiences are held during July and August in the downtown St. George campus and range in length from one to six weeks. For further information, click HERE.

Great Plains College University Information Night

Loans and Grants for Apprentices from the Government of Canada

The Canadian government is offering both loans and grants (money that you don't have to pay back) for apprentices.

Click HERE for further information.

Top 20 Under 20

Deadline: February 15

Apply if you:
-have demonstrated significant leadership, innovation and achievement
-are under 20 years old
-have gone above or beyond to make the world a better place

For further information, click HERE.

My Robot Rumble

 Things are beginning to ramp up for the Saskatchewan Polytechnic myRobot Rumble competition to be held on Thursday March 26th, 2015 at the Saskatoon Campus.   This will be the 6th iteration of this annual event, and all indications are that the 2015 version will be as successful as the previous 5.
    This is a great event for students interested in the field of electronics, and it promotes the concepts of problem solving, teamwork, programming and sportsmanship.
Registration will open in January, I invite you to register your school and teams by the deadline dates indicated below.
Registration for team and school entries open on January 02nd 2015.
• Deadline for school registrations:             January 31st, 2015
• Deadline for team registrations:                March 01st, 2015
o For all team members, please submit the Minor Consent form for Photo/Video release signed by a parent or guardian.  This form can be downloaded from the registration page.
For complete information regarding the 2015 event, please visit the myRobot Rumble webpage athttp://myrobotrumble.gosiast.com/ 

Important Deadlines: U of S

Upcoming Events and Deadlines

• December 1 - Early admission deadline: Business, Engineering, Kinesiology
• December 1 - Deadline to apply for admission for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships applicants
• December 15 - Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships application deadline
• December 25 to January 1 - University closed
• January 15 - Deadline for Saskatchewan Grade 12 students to apply to take part in INTS 100.3: Learning to Learn dual credit online course

Dual credit course opportunity from Sun West/U of S

INTS 100.3: Learning to Learn: Strategies for Academic Success

Grade 12 students in Saskatchewan are invited to take part in this online course designed to kick-start their degree and prepare them to be more successful in future university classes.

This course, offered through a collaboration between the Sun West School Division and the University of Saskatchewan, is available online during Semester/Term 2. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2015.

Further information about the course, including instructions for signing up, is available on the Sun West School Division's website or via this printable flyer.

Aboriginal Business Administration Certificate: Edwards School of Business

This program is designed to provide a pathway for Aboriginal students interested in business. It is a 2 year program with flexible admission standards and all courses transfer to the B. Comm degree upon completion of the certificate.

Further information can be found HERE.

Odd Fellows and Rebekah's Scholarships

Deadline: March 15: 2015

These $1000 bursaries are granted to students deemed most worthy and in need of financial assistance.

Further information and application forms can be found HERE.

United Nations Educational Pilgrimage for Youth Tour

Deadline: January 10, 2015

This is an exciting opportunity for students, aged 16 or 17 years old to tour the United Nations in the summer of 2015. Click HERE for further information.

Details and a form from for Saskatchewan students can be found on by clicking HERE.

U of R - Teacher Education Application Available

Deadline: March 1, 2015

Students can now apply to the Teacher Education program at the U of R. Click HERE to access this online.

Admissions on the Spot Workshop for U of R

Date: Wednesday, December 3

Location: Multi-Purpose Room, Riddell Centre 
Time: 3:30 - 7:30 pm 
Parking: Lot 15 (just out the Riddell Centre) 
What to bring: School certified transcript and $70 application fee.  

Students will receive a discounted application fee of $70 and they will know instantly if they are admissable and if they will receive automatic entrance scholarships! You can find more information online at www.uregina.ca/futurestudents.  No registration required. 

U of R Admissions Checklist

The University of Regina has  created a checklist for students that they will receive in their admission package. They have also posted it on their website here: 

 http://www.uregina.ca/futurestudents/assets/docs/pdf/image2014-11-19-124440.pdf

Saskatchewan Government Scholarships and Awards

The government of Saskatchewan has more than $275 000 in scholarships and awards available to support secondary and post-secondary education. Details about these scholarships and awards can be found by clicking HERE.

Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship and Queen's Diamond Jubilee Scholarship

In 2001, the Government created the Prince of Wales Scholarship to provide Grade 11 students with assistance during their Grade 12 school year.  In 2012, the scholarship was renamed to the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall Fund during the royal visit to the province.  The scholarship is intended to assist youth in community schools to complete their secondary education.  Twenty students are eligible to receive a $500 scholarship, paid in two instalments (fall and spring).

In 2012, Premier Brad Wall announced the creation of a new scholarship during the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall’s visit to the province, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship.  The scholarship is intended to assist Grade 12 students attending community schools to transition into post-secondary studies at a university or technical institute.  Six students are eligible to receive a $1000 scholarship.

Click HERE for further information.

Schulich Leader Scholarships

This program enables Canada's most promising students to pursue their dreams and become the next global pioneers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Nominees can win an $80 000 scholarship!

If you fit the profile for this scholarship, encourage your teachers to nominate you. Information can be found HERE.

Burger King Scholars Program

Deadline: December 15, 2014

This scholarship is in memory of Burger King co-founder, James W. McLamore and recognizes
Integrity, high standards, entrepreneurial spirit, good citizenship and education.

To date, the program has awarded more than $22.6 million in scholarships and the program continues to grow. Last year alone $2.6 million in scholarships were awarded.

To access an online application, click HERE.

What is Business Administration

On December 5th the Paul J. Hill School of Business will host "What is Business Admin". This is an event where Grade 11 and 12 students are given a taste of what it is like to be a business student. Students are given mini-lectures in the different areas of study by professors. Student groups and alumni are also on hand to talk about their experience in the Faculty and how new students can get involved.
To register use our online registration form:
http://www.uregina.ca/business/event-email-Form.html

Who is Kinesiology and Health Studies

The University of Regina and the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies is inviting students in Grade 11 and 12 to spend December 5th exploring the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies. Students will hear from faculty members, learn about our degree programs, certifications and community connections, explore our research labs and engage in unique sporting experiences! For more information or to register please contact 306-585-4914

Music Students Tour

The Music Department at the University of Regina, Faculty of Fine Arts invites prospective students and their parents to visit open classes and rehearsals during the week of Monday, November 24, through Friday, November 28, 2014.

Students can come and experience a day in the life of a university music student by sitting in on a selection of music classes for first-year music majors and are invited to bring their instruments or their voice to join in rehearsals with our major ensembles.

The week will also feature:
- Tuesday and Thursday noon-time recitals by students of our department
- a Monday evening voice recital by faculty member Dr. Helen Pridmore (7:30 p.m.. in the Shu-box Theatre)
- a Friday at noon concert by the Students' New Music Ensemble directed by Dr. Alain Perron

For more details and information on how to register please visit: http://www.uregina.ca/finearts/events/2014/11/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-university-music-student.html

U of R App

This year the University of Regina has developed an app (University of Regina URFuture) to help students discover all of what the University of Regina has to offer!

The app features information such as: degrees offered at the University of Regina, on-campus events, entry forms for some amazing prizes, event sign up, campus maps, admissions information, student life updates, and much more!

This app is designed to make students' lives a little less stressful as they make some big life decisions and is available on both Google Play and Apple App Store.

Registered Nursing Program at Swift current

The University of Regina is now accepting applications for the Saskatchewan Collaborative
Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the Swift Current Campus. The deadline to apply is
Feb. 17, 2015. Eight students per year will be accepted. Preference is given to applicants that
reside within the Cypress Health Region.
 To Apply: Download an application form at www.sasknursingdegree.ca. Students must
also complete a Great Plains College University application form.
 Prerequisite change: Chemistry 20 is no longer accepted. Students are required to
have Chemistry 30.

Important U of S Deadlines

Upcoming Events and Deadlines

• November 7-12: Application system unavailable (system upgrade)
• November 11 - University closed - Remembrance Day
• November 17 - What is Engineering? event
• December 1 - Early admission deadline: Business, Engineering, Kinesiology
• December 1 - Deadline to apply for admission for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships applicants
• December 15 - Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships application deadline

The Future is Yours Career Expo

The Saskatoon Tribal Council will be hosting The Future Is Yours Career Expo on February 9^th, 2015 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon.  Aboriginal high school students are welcome to attend this free of charge to this one day career expo.  For more information, click on this link:  http://www.thefutureisyours.ca/index.htm

What is Engineering

Monday, November 17, 2014

This is an opportunity for prospective engineering students to learn about several facets of the engineering profession from representatives from both the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Regina. This is a great opportunity to discover more about the educational opportunities in the province and the work lives of engineers.

To register online, click HERE.

Great Plains Colege Grade Based Scholarships

Deadlines -  April 30, 2015 for Entrance Scholarships; June 30 for Early Entrance Award (Gr. 11)

There is a minimum $500 scholarship available for every full-time student in a student loan-eligble program.

Click HERE for further information.

Lakeland College Open House

Oct 24 and 25
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Lloydminster and Vermilion

Highlights:

• You'll be able to apply free of charge during open house
• You'll be eligible to win a tablet when you attend. See who won iPads last year.
• You'll be able to tour, talk with faculty & students
• You can visit the 11th annual career fair on Friday

Click HERE for more details.

Important Parent Survey

The North West Career Development Partnership wishes to assist parents in discussions with students regarding their futures.  They are asking that parents (all grades) share their perspectives, by completing  a very short survey. The partnership is hoping that the feedback from this survey will be very valuable in determining ways to better inform parents and include them in students' decision making regarding their futures.  The survey is open until October 31st.  It can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8D6DQJZ.

What is Engineering?

Grade 12 students and high school counsellors are invited to participate in 2014 What is Engineering to learn more about the engineering profession and about engineering education in Saskatchewan.

Practicing professional engineers, university professors and administrators, and current university students will be on hand to provide an overview of what engineering is, what engineers do, and to talk about the exceptional educational opportunities and programs offered in Saskatchewan.

Please see attached invitation for more information. Registration is ONLINE and you will be able to find the form on our College of Engineering website at engineering.usask.ca. Please register early, as space is limited!

Agriculture Student Scholarship

Deadline: March 1, 2015

Amount - $4000 - first place; $200 for 4 runners up

Students in grade 12 and recent graduates entering agriculture-related post-secondary studies in 2016 are encouraged to apply. Applicants are required to produce a three minute creative video or write a well-research fact-based 1000 word essay that showcases the agriculture industry.

Watch for further details to be posted HERE.

New Agriculture Website

Students interested in a career in the field of agriculture can explore this new website, which profiles Saskatchewan people employed in the industry Click HERE to view.

Shad Valley

Deadline: Apply between November 26 and December 11, 2014

SHAD is a registered Canadian charity whose mission is to empower exceptional high school students who will become future leaders.

 Each year, SHAD provides the opportunity for more than 600 students from across Canada and internationally to attend a month-long summer program, in-residence at one of 12 Canadian host universities. Programming is centred around science, technology, engineering & math. 

The selection process is competitive and is based on strong academics, leadership, creativity, volunteerism. Athleticism, artistic or musical abilities are also considered.

Click HERE for further information.

Suspended Admission for Home Economics and Industrial Arts Education Programs at U of S

For a period of one year (2015-16), the College of Education has suspended admission to the direct-entry Practical and Applied Arts (PAA) programs in Home Economics and Industrial Arts.

The College is exploring modes of delivery that will update the PAA curriculum and increase connections with community-based contexts in ways that will also advance education opportunities for people interested in PAA teacher education.

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership

Deadline: November 28, 2014

Twenty TD Scholarships for Community Leadership are awarded to students in their last year of high school in Canada 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)

Click HERE for further information and application forms.

Recreation and Community Development - Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Kelsey Campus

This new program, originally the Recreation Technology Program, will start in the fall of 2015. This program has a 2 year transfer of credit to six major universities and is a practical alternative to kinesiology. Watch the Saskatchewan Polytechnic site (formerly SIAST) for further information.

Great Plains College - Spend a Day

U of S - New early admission deadline for the Colleges of Engineering, Kinesiology and Edwards School of Business

This year, to help us get offers out earlier to your high-achieving students, we are pleased to offer an early admission deadline of December 1 for our competitive ranking-based colleges.

To be considered, students should submit their:

• online application for admission and application fee
• transcript from the Ministry of Education
• Grade 12 timetable (which should show that the student is registered in college-specific subjects required for admission and should point out any non-semestered subjects)
• proof of English language proficiency

Eligible applicants with an admission average of 90%+ will be offered conditional admission and will not need to wait for the competitive ranking to take place in February.

The final application deadline for these colleges remains February 15, with a document deadline of March 1. Remaining applicants will be ranked competitively and spaces will be offered from the top down according to admission average.

Univerisity of Saskatchewan Best and Brightest Scholarships - NEW

This year, the university's highest-valued, renewable scholarships will be offered earlier than ever to your high-achieving, best and brightest students.  The application for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships is due December 15. To be eligible to apply, students must apply for admission and submit all transcripts and other documents by December 1.

These scholarships include:

• George and Marsha Ivany President's First and Best Scholarships
• Chancellors' Scholarships
• U of S Entrance Scholarships
• Edwards Undergraduate Scholarships
• College of Agriculture and Bioresources Renewable Entrance Scholarships

The application deadline for Competitive Entrance Awards, the other scholarships, awards and bursaries for which all entering students are encouraged to apply, is March 1.

The applications for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships and Competitive Entrance Awards open October 3.

See Your Future 2014

Saskatoon - November 3

Regina - November 4

This education and trade fair highlights various post-secondary programs as well as several careers. Attendance at this fair allows students to ask important questions about life after high school, including:

 • Where will I study?

 • Where will I live?

 • What scholarships are available?

 • What program do I require to get the job I want?

For further information about exhibitors, click HERE.

Trade Up Saskatchewan

This site is for people who are interested in the construction trades, which includes over 35 different sector trades.

Click HERE to visit the site.

Forum for Young Canadians

The Forum for Young Canadians presents a fun and valuable opportunity to meet other young Canadians like you during a week-long behind-the-scenes trip in the world of federal politics at Parliament Hill. You’ll learn how to share, collaborate and turn your ideas into community action. You’ll meet Members of Parliament, Senators and other leading figures in government and the public service.

Any 15 to 19 year-old Canadian students who are interested in politics and leaders in their communities are candidates for the Forum for Young Canadians.The week-long program includes a maximum of 120 students per session. There are three sessions in 2015.  For more information and to apply click HERE.

SARM 90th Anniversary Student Scholarship

Deadline: February 6, 2015

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

• Be enrolled in grade 12 for the current school year;
• Be planning on studying at a Saskatchewan post secondary school in the fall following secondary graduation.  Students can also be studying outside of Saskatchewan if the course is not offered in Saskatchewan;
• Have completed the last two years of high school in Saskatchewan;
• Have a farming background;
• Have parents or guardians who own/rent land and pay taxes to a rural municipality; and
• Live in a rural area.

Applicants must complete an application form and write a one-thousand word essay on the importance of safety and health on their farm or safety and health hazards on their farm.

For a complete list of criterion, submissions deadlines, or to download an application form, click HERE.

Indspire Awards: Building Brighter Futures

Various Deadlines from
Nov 1 - June 1

Indspire has announced the launch of its $20 million Building Brighter Futures Campaign in support of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students across Canada. Through the campaign, donations to Indspire from corporate, provincial, and private partners will be matched up to $10 million through a commitment from the Government of Canada’s Economic Action Plan 2013.

Students can apply for financial awards from one of several different funding streams, depending on their area of study. 

Click HERE for further information.

Campus Tours - SIAST Wascana Campus

General Campus Tours Pre-registration required

The session will include a tour of the campus, as well as an overview of the programs and services we provide while we tour around!

Fall- 2014 –Morning Tours   

Tuesday September 9^th, 2014: 10:00am

Tuesday September 16^th, 2014: 10:00am

Tuesday October 7^th, 2014: 10:00am

Tuesday October 14^th, 2014: 10:00am

Tuesday October 28^th, 2014: 10:00am

Tuesday November 18^th, 2014: 10:00am

Tuesday December 9th, 2014: 10:00am

Fall- 2014- After Hours - Evening Tours

Tuesday September 30^th, 2014: 7:00pm

Tuesday October 21^st, 2014: 7:00pm

Tuesday November 25^th, 2014:  7:00pm

Tuesday December 16^th, 2014: 7:00pm

Dates are subject to change. For more information go to www.gosiast.com, click on “Visit a Campus”

Business and Beyond Competition

Registration Deadline: November 19

When: Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Time: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Where: SIAST Palliser Campus, Moose Jaw

Who: High school students in grades 10 to 12

SIAST's School of Business is excited to bring back the second annual Business and Beyond competition.
The competition is open to high schools students in grade 10 to 12. Gather a team of four and prepare to have a day filled with fun. Rotate your 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 Pen. The winners will receive tuition credits to a SIAST Business program.
The diploma programs include:
• Accounting
• Administration
• Financial Services
• Human Resources
• Insurance
• Marketing
Call 1-866-467-4278 for a registration form.

Parents' Night at SIAST

Tuesday, December 2, 2014, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
SIAST Wascana Campus, Rm 715

Find out if SIAST is right for your child. Parents are welcome to attend for information on SIAST programs; application and admission processes; scholarships, awards and bursaries; and a tour of the campus.

Click HERE for further information.

Machining Madness!

Date: November 14, 2014
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Rm A164 - Machine Shop Room, SIAST Wascana Campus, 4500 Wascana Parkway, Regina, SK

Come out to SIAST and find out more about becoming a machinist. There will be competitions to see who will be the "maddest machinist."

Machinists set up and operate tools to cut or grind metals into precision parts or products. They make things such as the die-cast to set the plastic for your cell phone case. They also make the molds to manufacture your car tires.

For more information, click HERE.

CSI SIAST

October 22 - Come, See, Investigate SIAST, Regina

Wednesday, October 22, 2014: 9 - 11:30 am

SIAST Wascana Campus, Rm 336 - Auditorium
Registration begins at 8:45 am: Event starts at 9:00 am sharp.

CSI is a way to get an in-depth look at a specific program and become familiar with the student life, campus atmosphere, financial aid, admission requirements and the application process.

CSI SIAST is available to students in grades 11 and 12 as well as high school graduates.

For more information, click HERE.

Blyth Cambridge Scholarships

The Blyth Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Scholarships to Cambridge University provide graduating Canadian high school students with the opportunity to gain admission and full funding to any College at Cambridge University in England, in any subject except Medicine and Veterinary Studies.

For further information, click HERE.

Sears DX High School Design Competition

Entry Deadline: April 24, 2015

This competition promotes the study and awareness of all design disciplines in schools across Canada and is open to all high school students at junior (grades 9 and 10) and senior (grades 11 and 12) levels.

Prizes are awarded at both levels in five categories:

Industrial Design

Fashion Design

Costume Design

Architecture/Interior Design

Graphic Design

For details, click HERE.

University of Alberta Open House/Campus Visits.

October 18, 2014

Prospective students and their families are invited to attend Open House in order to discover everything the University of Alberta has to offer. The day's activities include workshops, presentations, exhibits, and tours. For further information and to register, click HERE.

The UAlberta Campus Visit Program offers Group Campus Visits that can include a combination of a Campus Tour, a Residence Tour of Lister Hall and an Academic Presentation.  You can book your group's visit by clcking HERE.

Loran Scholars Program

Oct 22 - Deadline for sponsored applicants
Oct 29 - Deadline for direct pool applicants

The Loran Scholars Program offers 30 scholarships valued at up to $100,000 over four years, including mentorship and a summer program, as well as 40 finalist awards ($3,000) and 40 provincial awards ($2,000).

Candidates must:

• Be in their final year of uninterrupted full-time studies in high school or CEGEP. (In Québec, students planning to attend university outside of Québec after only one year of CEGEP are also eligible to apply in their first year of CEGEP). Exceptions will be considered for those who have undertaken a gap year for academic pursuits or community service-based activities.
• Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%
• Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status

Successful candidates are chosen on the basis of character, service and leadership. 

Click HERE for further information and application procedures.

Re/Max Western Canada Quest for Excellence Bursary 2015

The Quest for Excellence Program is a bursary program for grade 12 students in Western Canada.  It 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.

16 bursaries of $1,000 each to qualifying Grade 12 students.  In addition, the 16 bursary winners will be entered into a draw and one lucky recipient will receive a RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon ride for two. Bursary winners will be notified and all winners will be posted in April 2015.

The Quest for Excellence is open to all Grade 12 students attending high school from September, 2014 - March, 2015. Grade 12 students may not have participated in graduation commencement ceremonies in the past. Applicants must be a resident of one of the following provinces/territories.

    British Columbia
    Alberta
    Saskatchewan
    Manitoba
    Yukon Territory

Students are to convey the contributions they have made to their communities in a short online essay, maximum 1,250 words. Key qualities students should demonstrate are leadership, motivation and communication skills.  Other attributes may include volunteering, participation in charitable events or fundraising, and contributions that enrich the lives of others and their communities.  

For additional information and application materials, click HERE.

Program Updates at SIAST

Need the latest news on changes to programs or new courses offered at SIAST? Click HERE to go to the SIAST Program Update page to find the most recent information available.

21st Skills Canada National Competition in Saskatoon!

May 27-30 - Prairieland Park, Saskatoon

Skills Canada  hosts annual Olympic-style skills competitions that provide a forum for secondary, post-secondary and apprentice students to compete in over 30 trade and technology competition areas.

To find out about this upcoming national competition, as well as the Saskatchewan provincial competition, click HERE.

University of Alberta Engineering Expo

September 20, 2014

The University of Alberta is hosting this annual event for "designers, creators, inventors, thinkers and dreamers" who would like to find out more about engineering programs there.

The day includes tours, displays, students projects, and information sessions. There are activities for all ages, right down to the 6-12 year olds.

For further information, click HERE.

University of Saskatchewan Open House

Registration Deadline: September 26

On Friday, October 3, the University of Saskatchewan is hosting its annual Open House. Visitors will be able to

• explore the campus and facilities

• meet university staff and faculty

• speak with current students about the uSask experience

Click HERE to go the the U of S Open House page.