Professional Firefighting Course at Parkland College (Yorkton)

Parkland College's Protection and Emergency Services Training, in partnership with Fire Etc. offers industry training that meets the National Fire Protection Association 1001 - Professional Firefighting Qualifications.

This program is set up as a full-time program but does offer some flexibility for applicants. Students will travel to Vermilion to participate in live fire training for one week during the program. Part-time students may choose to complete specific individual modules.

For further information, contact Parkland College (click title link above for contact numbers.)

Top 20 Under 20

Deadline January 22 - The Top 20 Under 20 National Award and Mentoring Program awards youth under the age of twenty who have demonstrated significant levels of innovation, leadership and achievement in all disciplines and fields (business, philanthropy, charitable works, government, entrepreneurship, etc).

Along with receiving an award, each recipient will be matched with current community leaders in a mentorship relationship for a full year. A 5 day Leadership Summit and monthly conference calls with industry leaders are other special features of this program.

Click on the title link above for further information.

New Pre-Employment Programs at Lakeland College

Lakeland College is now offering 3 new Pre-Employment programs at their Vermilion campus from August 30 to December 17, 2010:

Carpentry, Combined Automotive Service & Heavy Duty Mechanic, & Pipefitter/Steamfitter.
These new programs are in addition to the Pre Emp Electrical, Instrumentation, & Welding programs we offered last year.

For further information contact:

Heather MacMillan
Enrolment Specialist
Lakeland College
1-800-661-6490 ext 8527
email: Heather.MacMillan@lakelandcollege.ca

Waterloo Math and Computing Contests

The Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing at the University of Waterloo offers a series of contests on dates from November 25 to May 12 inclusive. For further information on these challenges, click the title link above.

University of Waterloo -National Scholarships - Math

February 9 - The University of Waterloo offers 13 National Scholarships to exceptional students entering their first year in the Faculty of Mathematics.

These include:

CIBC National Scholarship - $25 000 over four years
Waterloo Mathematics Foundation National Scholarships - $18 000 over four years
Rene Descartes National Scholarships - either $18 000 or $14 000 over four years

Click the title link to download an application form.

MacEwan Theatre Arts Auditions

February 6, March 20 and May 29, 2010 are the dates for auditions to the MacEwan Theatre Arts Program, a musical theatre program. For more information, click the title link above.

Residence: University of Manitoba

University of Manitoba, Housing and Student Life, has now completed a conversion to a fully online residence application process. Using this new system, students will be able to search for compatible roommates and send messages to potential matches, view floor plans of residence buildings, select their own rooms during and assigned time slot, view their residence account online and pay application fees and down payments online using a credit card.

Click the title link above to apply for residence. To read the Residence Handbook, see floor plans and meal membership plans, click here

For a look at the daily menu online, nutritional information, sustainability initiatives, and upcoming promotions, click here.

Toyota Earth Day Scholarship

February 28, 2010:
This program will award twenty $5 000 scholarships. One exceptional student will also be presented with a National Award and a Panasonic notebook computer.

Graduating high school students who have distinguished themselves through environmental and academic excellence are welcome to apply. Click the title link for further information.

"Youknowversity"

Check out this free, searchable directory of Post-Secondary Schools and Professional Associations in Canada. Click the title link to browse this resource.

Certificate in French as a Second Language - U of R

The Certificate in French as a Second Language program usually interests students who have finished the grade 12 core French program and who wish to pursue university studies in education, journalism, or another field in which French is an asset. This intensive program, conducted over two consecutive semesters, allows participants to strengthen their French-language skills, both oral and written, to attain a functional level of bilingualism.

Click the title link above for further information.

UBC Major Entrance Awards

February 28, 2010 - is the deadline for students to apply to UBC, as well as the deadline for students to apply for major entrance awards, including ten renewable awards with the largest valued at $40 000 over four years. Visit this link to access an online application form.

University of British Columbia: New Programs

The University of British Columbia is offering the following new programs:

-Interdisciplinary Performance (UBC Okanagan) - combines training in performance, visual art,s and creative writing

-Zoology (UBC Okanagan)

-Applied Biology (UBC Vancouver) - emphasizes land, food, and environmental sustainability

Click the title link for to explore UBC further.

Grant MacEwan University Open House

March 6 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Grant MacEwan University in Edmonton will host an open house. For further information about this institution, click the title link above.

Music Auditions- MacEwan Centre for the Arts and Communications

MacEwan Centre for the Arts and Communication in Edmonton will be holding auditions for drums, guitar, bass, piano vocal and wind instruments on March 13, April 10 and June 19, 2010.

MacEwan is currently working towards offering its students higher credentials with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz and Contemporary Popular Music. Click the title link for further details.

SIAST High Demand Programs

February 15 Deadline: A small number of SIAST programs have been designated as high-demand. A high-demand program is generally one that consistently has 2.5 times more applicants than spaces available at each SIAST location at which it is offered.

High-demand programs have admission requirements plus additional selection criteria. For these programs, you must apply each academic year between October 1 and February 15.

A review is conducted each fall to determine which programs will be designated high-demand for the following academic year. Currently the list of high-demand courses includes:

Applied Photography

Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology

Cytotechnology

Dental Hygiene

Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical Radiologic Technology

For further information, click the title link above.

Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan Deadline

January 15 - Is the deadline to apply to the Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan (NEPS). Click the title link to access an application form and guidebook.

August 15 - 2008 and forward graduates of the SIAST Licensed Practical Nursing diploma program are invited to apply to the LPN Briding option. Applications are accepted between June 15 to August 15, 2009 for the January 2010 intake. For details please contact SIAST Registration at 1-866-467-4278. For application forms for the bridging option, click the title link.

University of Saskatchewan Entrance Awards

February 15 - To be eligible for competitive entrance awards, grade 12 students must complete both an application for admission to the University of Saskatchewan, as well as an application for Competitive Entrance awards. Both of these applications are available online and can be found by clicking on the title link above. In order to complete these online forms, students will have to create separate log-ins.

May 1 - Students with an average of 85% or better must apply to the U of S by this time in order to receive a guaranteed entrance scholarship. Check here for more information.

U of S - Edwards School of Business Scholarships

The Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan, offers over $260 000 in scholarships to high school students entering the B. Comm program.

Also, ESB's first year retention program, Passport to Success, helps students succeed in university and give them the opportunity to win a free term of tuition.

For further information about the Edwards School of Business, click the title link above.

ShadValley

Shad Valley is a four week summer enrichment experience for students in grades 10, 11, and 12. Shad Valley offers an ambitious curriculum of academics, collaborative projects, and physical/recreational activities. Students pursue existing interests and develop new ones and learn how to access information critically.

Students have the chance to experience campus life in a residence a top Canadian university; build their network with top students and faculty from across Canada; test their limits and gain an advantage for their university applications and resume.

Click the title link for further information, as well as application forms.

SIAST/U of R Transfer Credit Agreement

The Faculty of Business Administration at the University of Regina has approved transfer credit agreements for students who will graduate from the following SIAST programs
-Business Accountancy Diploma
-Business Administration Diploma
-Business Financial Services Specialty Diploma
-Business Human Resources Diploma
-Business Information Systems Diploma
-Business Marketing DiplomaP-Business CerAtificate

Students who graduate from the above Palliser campus programs with a minimum GPA of 65% will be admissible to the Bachelor of Business Administration Qualifying Program at the University of Regina using their SIAST program as the basis for admission.

Click the title link above for full details.

Lakeland (Vermilion) Emergency Services Programs Session

Tuesday Nov. 3 from 7 to 9 pm. - Interested participants are invited to an information - session about Emergency Services programs at "fire etc," Lakeland College's emergency training centre
Programs Include:
-Firefighter Training--12 week NFPA 1001 offered at fire etc in Vermilion
-Emergency Services Technician (EST) Diploma offered at fire etc in Vermilion
-online Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
-online Paramedic
For more information and to RSVP, contact 1-800-661-6490 ext 8527

Concordia University Entrance Program

April 1 - deadline for students to apply to Concordia and be eligible for the renewable entrance scholarship program (up to $3750 annually) and the President's Leadership Scholarship (worth $30 000), as well as transfer student and in-course scholarships.

Concordia University if an accredited liberal arts institution located in Edmonton, AB, offering degrees in Arts, Education, Environmental Health, Management and Science.

For more information, click the title link above, or visit Concordia during one of the CU@Concordia events (November 6, February 25, or April 1) or at the open house (March 6)

University of Lethbridge Entrance Scholarships

December 15 - High school students who apply to the University of Lethbridge by this date are eligible for Early Entrance Awards, High School Entrance Awards and Board of Governor's Admission and Location Awards. Click the title link to find out more about these awards, as well as other high school scholarships for the U of L, with deadlines of March 1.

Maclean's OnCampus Virtual Career Fair

November 12 - Maclean's Magazine will be hosting their annual virtual career fair. This will allow students to visit college and university campuses throughout the country. Canadian colleges and universities will be represented in a virtual convention hall, each with its own booth. Information on admissions, scholarships, and financial aid will be available. Students can talk directly with school representatives and have their questions answered in real time.

The fair is live from 6 am to 9 pm. Registration is free. Students, parents, teachers and administrators can register at www.macleans.ca/oncampusfiar. Students will also have the opportunity to win $5000 just for registering.

The fair will also feature a speaker series entitled "You Never Know Where an Education Can Take You."

If you miss the fair, it will still be available on demand, 24 hours a day until mid-February 2010.

House of Commons Page Program 2010-2011

Closing Date: December 7, 2009

The House of Commons is now accepting applications for the Page Program. Each year 40 students are selected from high schools across Canada to come to Ottawa and work as pages in the House of Commons. Those hired work on a part-time basis during their first year of study at one of the universities in the National Capital Region.

For further information and forms, click the title link above.

Options for Education Degrees

Medicine Hat College, Red Deer College and Concordia University College (Edmonton)offer the opportunity for students there to earn their B.Ed. through the University of Alberta.

Medicine Hat offers an Elementary Education degree (See here) while Red Deer offers a Middle Years Specialization (See here
Concordia University College offers an Elementary Education Degree. (See here)

What is Engineering?

Tuesday, November 3 - Saskatoon
Wednesday, November 4 - Regina

Grade 12 students and their school advisors are invited to attend this event, held by the College of Engineering, U. of Saskatchewan; Faculty of Applied Science, U of Regina and the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan.

Each event consists of presentations give by practicing professional engineers,university professors and administrators and university students with the objective of providing an accurate overview of what engineering is, what engineers do and the educational opportunities within Saskatchewan.

Ask your guidance counsellor for further details and registration information.

Resource for Careers in Construction

Click on the title link above to access an interactive online resource that provides a wealth of information designed to help with crucial career decision making choices. Users can explore the industry, review the job market, learn about any of the 36 trades and occupations, investigate apprenticeship programs, use practical templates to plot an entire career path, access a variety of online industry videos, and acquire a solid foundation from which to consider choices for the future. Industry links connect users to career information and related sites.

New Faculty of Nursing, U of R

Through a partnership with SIAST, the U of R will be offering a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree that will have its first intake of students for Fall 2011. Thus, current grade 11's will be able to apply into the program.

Further information will be available in upcoming months.

UR Guarantee Program

Starting in the fall of 2010, any student who enrols at the U of Regina and actively participates in the UR Guarantee program will be guaranteed a job within six months of their graduation. If they don't find a job within six months, the U of R will provide the student with a bursary covering up to one year's tuition. Click on the title link to find out more about this program.

Lakeland Academic Excellence Scholarships

Deadline May 1, 2010 - Grade 12 students who have Grade 11 averages of 85% and over who apply to Lakeland College are automatically awarded an Academic Excellence Scholarship for the fall of 2010 in the following amounts

85% - $1500
90% - $2500
95% - $3500

Lakeland /College Open Houses

Lakeland College at Vermilion and Lloydminster will be holding their Open House and Career Fair.

Vermilion - Tuesday, October 20 - Open House from 9 am to 4:30pm and Career Fair from 10 am to 3pm

Lloydminster - Wednesday, October 21 - Open House from 10am to 6pm and Career Fair to 10am to 3pm

For details, click on the title link above.

Katimavik: Get a Life

Katimavik is open to all young Canadians between the ages of 17 and 21 and is all expenses paid. This six or nine month program gives participants the opportunity to volunteer in community development initiatives across the country and develop valuable employment skills in the areas of civic engagement, leadership, healthy lifestyle, cultural discovery, official languages, communications, environmental stewardship,and project coordination.

This program may be of particular interest to students who are interested in a "gap year" between high school and post-secondary studies.

To browse videos and find out more information about the program, click the title link above.

Canadian Western Agribition Career Expo

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture is sponsoring a career exploration experience for students in Grades 9-12, to take place in conjunction with Canadian Western Agribition. This will take place form November 21st to the 28, 2009 at Evraz Place in Regina.

Click on the title link for further information.

Great Plains - New Regional College

Cypress Hills College and Prairie West College have now merged. For a look at programs, varsity athletics and application information, click on the title link above.

University of Alberta Information Session

Wednesday, October 7

The University of Alberta invites high school students and their families to take part in their annual Information Session, held at the Delta Bessborough from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Click the title link to RSVP online.

Experience US

October 15 and 16 2009

Students, parents and guidance cousellors can spend a day, experience the U of S campus and learn about programs, admissions, awards, student life and more.
Invitations have been sent to schools, specifying the day on which they can attend. Click the title link above to register.

Resources from LSKY Career Development Meeting

Check out the career resources for grades 6-9 found here!

Central ischool resources - http://www.centralischool.ca/wblrd/web_resources_10_12.html

National Lifework Centre - http://www.lifework.ca/lifework/home.htm

Destination 2020 (free online materials) - http://www.tgmag.ca/byws/game.htm

The Learning Partnership - http://www.thelearningpartnership.ca/Page.aspx?pid=191

How to Nail an Interview - http://www.howtonailaninterview.com

workGo Website

The animated Job or Work Readiness Skills program is designed to introduce job readiness or employability skills to youth and to increase their awareness of the types of attitudes, skills and behaviors needed for success at work and school.

TD Canada Trust Scholarships for Community Leadership

Deadline: October 30

These scholarships are awarded to students in their final year of high school across Canada who have shown exceptional initiative in making a meaningful and lasting difference in their communities. Each scholarship includes full tuition at any approved university or college in Canada, $7500 a year towards living expenses and an offer of summer employment at TD Canada Trust.

Click on the title link above for further information and application forms.

U of A Scholastic Distinction Competition

Deadline March 1

Nominees for this award should have an award average of 95% or higher in grades 10, 11 and 12. However, if a school believes that a student is close and may qualify they should not hesitate to nominate him or her.

For further information, click the title link above.

U of A Academic Excellence Competition

December 15

Students in grade 12 still have the opportunity to apply for the U of A's Academic Excellence scholarship, providing that they have an awards average of 80% or higher.

Full details can be found at http://www.registrar.ualberta.ca/ro.cfm?id=391

To access an online application form, click the title link above.

Olds College Discovery Day

Friday, October 16

Students will get an in-depth look at life on campus, spend time in a typical classroom, meet instructors and students, find out about campus housing, learn about financial assistance, and get step-by-step instructions on how to apply.

This year, Olds College will be offering a limited number of subsidies to school groups attending. Click the link on the title above to access an online registration form.

ACAD Open House and Portfolio Days

Prospective first year students are invited to bring their art portfolios to the Alberta College of Art and Design to meet with faculty members and discuss portfolio development. For more information or to book a group tour contact the ACAD admissions office at 403.284.7617 or admissions@acad.ca

This year, portfolio days will be held on October 23 and 24 as well as February 5 and 6.

Click the title above for further information.

Fairness Contest

Deadline - October 5 2009

Students in grades 9-12 could win $500, lunch with the Saskatchewan Ombudsman and a visit to the Legislative Assembly in Regina. Plus, school libraries have the opportunity to be awarded $200, depending on student participation.

Entrants are to create an essay, video, comic boo, interview another project of their own choice on the theme of "fairness."

Click on the title above to discover more information.

National Contest - Naval Officers' Association of Canada

Deadline: January 15, 2010

Winners
Ten provincial winners and one representing the Territories will be hosted at the Fleet Reviews. Western and Territory Winners will be hosted in Esquimalt, B.C.; Eastern Winners will be hosted in Halifax, N.S.

Scholarships
Each of the 11 winners will also receive a scholarship of $2,000. An overall winner will receive an additional$3,000.

Participants are invited to choose a topic and express their creativity through an essay, poem or
original artwork.
Topics
The evolutionary era 1910 - 1939
RCN Coming of Age 1939 – 1945
The RCN and the Cold War.
The Impact of Hellyer’s Amalgamation
The Canadian Navy in the 21st Century
The Arctic Ocean in dispute.
Evaluation
A team of teachers will judge the submissions and select 100 for final evaluation by an NOAC panel of judges.

Click on the title above for entry forms and further details.

Encounters with Canada

High school students, aged 14 - 17 can spend a week in Ottawa at this citizenship and leadership forum. Every week of the school year, 120 to 138 teens from across Canada (ages 14 to 17) come to Ottawa. Here they discover their country through each other, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, explore exciting career options, develop their civic leadership skills and live an extraordinary bilingual experience. Over 81,000 youth have lived the EWC experience, to date! Travel costs are covered. To find out more, click on the title above or call 1.800.361.0419.

RCMP Careers

Click on the title above to learn more about careers in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Environmental Careers

Students who want to explore opportunities for environmental careers can click on the title above to explore scholarships, tips for career development, internships, self assessment tools and career profiles.

Credit Education Week Essay Writing Contest

Deadline: October 16

Value: $1,000 - $4,000

Number of awards: 11

Application Deadline: October 16, 2009

Description:

Residents of Canada, excluding Quebec
Enrolled in a Canadian high school in Grade 12 and planning on pursuing post-secondary education
Submit an original essay of no more than 1,000 word on "What is the dumbest thing I have ever done with my money and what did I learn from it?"

Student Awards.com

Studentawards.com is a FREE scholarship search service devoted to helping high school seniors, university and college students find information on scholarships, bursaries, grants and other forms of financial assistance. They also offer unique scholarships to online members that are only available on studentawards.com.

To sign up for a Student Awards account, click on the title above.

University of Regina Counsellor's Update

September 24, 9:00 - 3:00

The University of Regina is holding it's annual counsellor's update. Click on the title above to register.

University of Saskatchewan Greystone Scholars

Nomination Deadline - November 1

Grade 12 students, who in grade 11 achieved an average of 95% of higher, are eligible for nomination to the Greystone Scholars Society. Students must be enrolled in a Canadian high school or be a Canadian citizen enrolled at an international high school. This nomination can be submitted by the nominee or a member of the school staff.

Greystone Scholars entering the University of Saskatchewan in September 2010 are guaranteed to receive an entrance award valued at $3000. Greystone Scholars are encouraged to apply for other entrance scholarships and, if successful, will receive the highest valued award.

Click on the title above, to access an application form.

Wendy's Classic Achiever

Deadline: November 2

The Wendy’s Classic Achievers® Scholarship Program exists: to recognize Canadian students who excel in academics, extracurricular activities and community service. Prizes vary and include scholarships of up to $5000 each, a trip to New York for 2 national winners, a chance to win a $1000 grant for your school and Wendy's gift cards.

Click the title above to access the online application.

See Your Future Education and Career Fair

Saskatoon - November 2 - TCU Place
Regina - November 3 - Conexus Arts Centre

At the annual See Your Future – Education & Career Fair students can explore educational opportunities, examine career paths and plan vocational goals. The event features 135 exhibitors from organizations across Canada, the USA, and overseas.

This event is currently held twice per year in Saskatoon and Regina. Thousands of students from all over Saskatchewan make the trip to this event to discover the opportunities available to them. The event is presented in a trade show approach with interactive display booths. The universities, colleges and organizations with in-house training bring expertise and innovation in a variety of fields. Students are provided with information in the form of literature, technological demonstrations, seminar presentations and one-on-one consultations.

Click on the title above to visit the See Your Future Site.

Loran Awards 2009

The Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation grants Loran Awards to talented young Canadians on the basis of character, service and leadership potential. A Loran Award includes four years of funding for undergraduate studies and a comprehensive enrichment program. Click on the title "Loran Awards 2009" above to visit the Loran Awards site and download a 2010 application form.

A short video about the Loran Awards that features several
past and present Loran scholars is available at

http://www.loranaward.ca/video

University of Toronto National Book Award and Scholarship Program

Deadline - October 5, 2010

This competition targets those students who are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents who will be ready to begin university study in September of 2010.

The 2010 University of Toronto National Scholarship will cover tuition and incidental fees for four years of undergraduate student, will provide residence support in the first year and will include an additional, renewable monetary award. While the selection of National Scholars will continue to be based on exceptional academic and extra-curricular achievement, the annual value of each student's scholarship will be determined on the basis of individual financial circumstances.

See here for further details, including application forms.

U of S - Aboriginal Business Adminstration Certificate

This is a two-year direct entry program for self-identified Aboriginal students which is designed to provide programming for those Aboriginal students who do not meet the admission criteria for direct admission or transfer admission to the undergraduate program and for those Aboriginal students who wish to obtain a certificate in business but do not want to study a four year degree program. Upon successful completion, students may choose to apply to the BCOMM degree program during the regular application period. Students in good standing who have met ABAC program standards will be automatically admitted to the BCOMM degree program.

For further information contact the U of S Recruitment and Admission at 306.966.5788

Summer University Transition Program -

The University of Saskatchewan is offering this program, beginning in July. The program offers English 100.5, Literature and Composition. To find information or sign up, see here.

Virtual Fair - Coming this Fall!

Maclean.ca is once again offering an OnCampus Virtual Fair to connect high school students, parents, teachers and guidance counsellors with Canadian universities and colleges in a live, interactive environment.

To register for this event, go here

Rodeo - Bill Kehler Memorial Awards

Deadline August 28 - The Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy's Benevolent Fund and Northlands offer the Bill Kehler Memorial Awards. The awards are open to students who have completed with grade 12 and are pursuing post-secondary education. Up to four awards of $2500 will be awarded this fall. Awards will be distributed to students with academic interests in broadcasting or agriculture. Individuals in professional rodeo will also be able to apply for an award to support their post-secondary studies.

Application forms are available here or by phoning Northlands at 780.471.7210.

New Scholarship - Pulse Growers

Deadline - July 31

This scholarship will be awarded to students who will be graduating from high school in 2009 and will be attending the University of Saskatchewan enrolled in the first year of an undergraduate program that is associated with the pulse industry or agriculture (including agriculture, natural sciences, engineering, nutrition). Applicants are required to write an essay of 500 words detailing career plans in relation to the agriculture industry, leadership and school and community life.

For further information, please talk to your guidance counsellor.

June 30 Applications - U of Lethbridge

Apply to the University of Lethbridge by June 30 and you'll be eligible to receive one of five $500 bookstore gift certificates.

To apply, visit here.

Digital Audio Arts - U of Lethbridge

This program of study is a combination of demanding academic courses coupled with rigourous hands on technical experience, providing students with the theoretical expertise and vocational assets demanded by industry. The program is designed for and students seeking a career in digital media, music technology or graduate studies and research.

Upon acceptance and enrolment, students are automatically eligible for scholarship awards.

All students entering this program must submit an essay and, if they wish to be considered for scholarships, a portfolio.

Fall semester deadline - June 30
Spring semester deadline - November 15

See here for more details.

Masonic Scholarships: Open to All

Deadline August 7 - Saskatchewan Freemasons have established and provided financial assistance to students in the form of numerous scholarships and awards including the Edgar Garton Scholarship, Grand Lodge Scholarship, Robinson Scholarship, Masonic Youth Trust Scholarship, Gilbert and Gay Cook Scholarship and Robert Morrison Award.

Award details and application forms are available here

Living Sky School Division Educational Enhancement Award

Nomination Deadline – June 15th - This award is available to grade 7 – 12 students within the Living Sky School Division. It is intended for students to continue their learning over the summer in an area of study or interest in which they excel. Eligible activities include summer camps, workshops, retreats, etc.

Talk to your principal for more information.

Katimavik: "Get a Life"

Students who are looking at taking a gap year and want a competitive edge before starting post secondary education who are not bound by conventions and want to explore their interests, wanting to make a difference in society and who are adventurous and ready to live in different areas of Canada can appply for the Katimavik program.

There is an option to choose between six and nine month programs. Three new program tracks include Cultural Discovery and Civic Engagement, Eco-Citizenship and Active Living and Second Language and Cultural Diversity.

Katimavik is open to all young Canadians ages 17 - 21 and is funded by the Government of Canada.

To learn more, visit gokatimavik.com where you can browse through videos and pictures

Sask Youth Apprenticeship Scholarship Program

This scholarship will provide students from eligible high schools with one of 40 Youth Apprenticeship Scholarships valued at $1000 to be awarded in June.

To be eligible, the school and the student must participate in the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Program. The student must hold a completed youth apprenticeship passpot and within two years of high school completion, be entered into a contract of apprenticeship for one year or have completed one year of post secondary training in a designated skilled trade.

The student's achievement, dedication and need may also be considered by the school.

To learn more contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission at www.saskapprenticeship.ca/youthapprentices

Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarship

The Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarship Fund is presently accepting applications for Educational Scholarships. These scholarships, each worth approximately $1,000, may be awarded to people intending to further their educational development.

The following criteria will be considered in awarding these scholarships:

* residency in Saskatchewan
* acceptance at a recognized university or other post-secondary educational institution
* priority will be given to students planning to study in Saskatchewan and to students residing in central and northern areas of Saskatchewan
* personal need
* interests, awards and achievements
* career intentions
* other financial assistance and awards received
* you do not have to be a former carrier to apply

Deadline date for applications is May 31 of each year. Application forms may be obtained by writing to:

Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarship Fund
204 - 5th Avenue North
Saskatoon SK S7K 2P1
Phone: (306) 657-6336

Note: Students living in the southern areas of Saskatchewan should contact the Regina LeaderPost, (306) 781-5344, to obtain an application form for their bursary program.

Tommy Rutherford Bursary

Deadline May 30 - This $500 bursary is open to students at CutKnife, Luseland, Macklin, Unity and McLurg High Schools. It goes to a student whose parents or grandparents are or were affiliated with any masonic lodge.

Candidates must submit:

* a written letter with family connections
* currentmarks
* letter regarding school and community activities and future educational plans

**If no masonic relation is eligible, other students can apply.

Contact your guidance counsellor for application information.

SGI Corporate Scholarships

The SGI Corporate Scholarship is open to Saskatchewan residents attending accredited post-secondary institutions in Saskatchewan.

Eight (8) $2,500 scholarships are awarded each year – four (4) to university students and four (4) to students attending a technical institute. Recipients may receive only one SGI scholarship during their studies.

Two (2) scholarships will be awarded exclusively to diversity candidates. The other six (6) scholarships are open to non-diversity and diversity candidates.

Criteria

To be eligible, a student must:

* be a Saskatchewan resident
* be enrolled full-time 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 broadly to include all aspects and departments in the corporation
* submit proof of enrolment in the fall semester of the current academic year
* submit a transcript demonstrating a minimum average of 70% in the last academic year of study
* demonstrate contribution to community, extracurricular activities or commitments made in balancing work, education and home responsibilities

Note: Children and dependents of SGI employees are not eligible to apply for this scholarship. They are invited to apply for the SGI Anniversary Scholarship which is exclusively for the children and dependents of SGI employees.

Value

Eight (8) scholarship of $2,500 will be awarded annually.

Application process and deadline

Forward a completed SGI Corporate Scholarship application form directly to SGI at:

Casino Sponsored Scholarships - 2

Deadline 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.

The SGC Scholarship program provides opportunities for all residents of Saskatchewan to be eligible for educational assistance. Our program is also designed to reflect our commitment to equity and cultural diversity and, in accordance with our commitment, preference will be given to awarding at least three of the university scholarships and four of the college or institute scholarships to qualified students of Aboriginal ancestry. Candidates must self-identify to be eligible for these designated scholarships.

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.

SGC has also introduced a new Community Leadership Award, which recognizes student leaders, undergraduate or graduate students. One award of $2,500 will be presented to a Saskatchewan student who has meet the qualifications and application requirements. For more information on the requirements and how to apply, click HERE.

SAASE/Clark and Anne Lewis Memorial Scholarship

Deadline - May 30, 2009
Application Process - forms are provided to each Agricultural Society in Saskatchewan. It is up to individual Agricultural Societies to nominate a student whom they feel is deserving of the scholarship.

Applicants must be residents of Saskatchewan, be planning to attend either the University of Saskatchewan, the University of Regina or SIAST; and be going into their first year of post-secondary education. Selection is based on the completion of the application form, future plans of the applicant, extra-curricular involvement, community involvement and letters of endorsement and recommendation.

Contact your guidance counsellor or local Agricultural Society for further details.

French for the Future

This program, offered by Canadian Heritage, provides secondary school students opportunities to discover the benefits of bilingualism. See www.french-future.org

Interested in Engineering?

Check out this online resource:

www.TryEngineering.org

Encounters with Canada

This citizen and leadership program in Ottawa is open to youth from ages 14 to 17. For further information, visit www.encounters-recontres.ca

Youth@Youth - Learning Disabilities

Youth2Youth has been described as "the ultimate web portal for youth with Learning Disabilities at postsecondary and beyond."

The website helps students to prepare for post-secondary education, successfully complete their education and then make a smooth transition into the workplace.

Check out youth2youth.ca

U-Start - U of S Entrance Seminars

U-Start sessions, held in May and June throughout the province, help new students and their parents or guardians transition to university by providing information about:

-course selection
-class schedules
-registration procedures
-first-year transition programs
-housing options
-PAWS computer system

U-Start registration is available at explore.usask.ca/ustart

Ayn Rand Essay Contest

Deadline - September 17, 2009
For: Grade 12's, College/University Students
Cash prizes of up to $10 000

Essay must be no fewer than 300 or no more than 1600 words in length and must be written on a choice of three topics related to Ayn Rand's novel Atlas Shrugged.

For details, see www.aynrandinstitute.ca

Aviation Programs - Red Deer

Sky Wings Aviation Academy, in partnership with Red Deer College, offers the following programs:

a) Aviation Diploma Program - a two-year program which gives students a certificate in Business Management as well as all necessary licenses and ratings to become a career pilot.

b) Aviation Tech Program - a two year program that runs concurrent with the Aviation Diploma Program but without the Business Management requirements. There is the possibility of completing this program in 1.5 years.

For further information, see www.skywings.com or www.rdc.ab.ca

Canada Student Loans and Grants

To find out about Canada Student Loans and Grants, and to use the Student Loan Estimator to get an idea of how much money you may qualify for, visit CanLearn.ca

Scholarships and Business Captial - MyFiH

This year, My Future is Here (Rotary Club of Saskatchewan) is offering a total of 15 awards for a total of $37 500 in scholarships, trade allowances and business capital funds. Visit www.myfutureishere.ca/financial-institution for eligibility and application details.

My Future is Here - Opportunities

This year, the Saskatchewan Rotary Foundation is highlighting Entrepreneurship on its site for youth. They have created a section of their website, within the Career and Business Centre, called Entrepreneurship Central. It connects visitors with organizations all over the province that are ready to help with imagining, building or growing businesses. Also included in this section are business plan competitions for cash and mentoring prizes, documents and templates, an entrepreneurship blog by provincial experts and a forum for conversations and questions that the experts from MyFiH's partner network will answer.

Visit www.myfutureishere.ca to view this new tool.

Assignment Saving Lives

Students in Grade 12 and University/College can participate in this challenge. By becoming a blood donor and recruiting 25 more donors, between Monday June 29 and Saturday, September 5, 2009, they can become eligible to receive a bursary of $500 or $1000.

To apply, contact Jennifer Wasyliw at jenniferwasyliw@blood.ca

Petroleum Society High School Scholarships

Petroleum Society High School Scholarships

The Lloydminster Heavy Oil Section of the Petroleum Society of the Canadian Institute of Mining,
Metallurgy and Petroleum is donating this scholarship to worthy candidates to recognize:
♦ Personal development
♦ Academic achievement
♦ Contribution to school and community of graduating high school students

The CIM scholarship is also intended to financially assist a student who will be continuing their education
in a post secondary institute majoring in Science or Engineering with relationship to the petroleum
industry. Two $1000.00 scholarships will be awarded to a student from a high school from Lloydminster
or surrounding areas. The applicant must be in full time attendance and a member of the current year’s
graduating class. At the time of awarding the scholarship the applicant must be enrolled full time in a post
secondary program of studies at a university, college or technical school.
On or before August 31, 2007, the applicant shall provide the following documentation to the selection
committee for consideration:
♦ Completed application form
♦ Personal resume
♦ Transcript of high school marks

For more information and an application log on to http://www.petsocheavyoil.org/

Royal Bank Financial Lifeskills Scholarship

Deadline: May 8

Link: http://www.rbcroyalbank.com/lifeskills/pdf/rbc_application_english.pdf

RBC Royal Bank Financial Lifeskills Scholarships honour the achievements of senior students across Canada, and
help pay for post-secondary and/or post-CEGEP education. This year, ten scholarships will be presented to
students entering their first year of full-time study in college or university (and/or CEGEP in Quebec). Each
scholarship has a value of $2,009. The awards will be distributed with appropriate regard to region, population,
gender, and language.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The $2,009 will be allocated in Year One of the student's program.
Applicants must be graduating from the final year of high school (and/or CEGEP in Quebec), and have a minimum
grade average of 65 per cent. Students must also be registered/accepted at a college or university in Canada for the
2009 Fall/Winter session.
In order to qualify for the scholarship students must send in a completed application form with supporting
documentation. Original materials will not be returned. The application deadline is May 8, 2009.
Once students are accepted at the institution of their choice, they must supply us with a copy of their letter of
acceptance. Applications will not be processed without this document.
The selection of the winners is determined by a committee of High school, university and college representatives
with expertise in admissions and evaluations. Selection is based on the points outlined under ELIGIBILITY.
All applicants must authorize the release of any information relating to their application to the RBC Royal Bank
Financial Lifeskills Scholarship Program. Information may be requested from high school, college, university,
government, or community sources, and may include personal evaluations and transcripts. The information
resulting from such a request may be used for the scholarship program publicity or promotion purposes.
TOTAL VALUE: $2,009

Monsanto Canada Scholarship

Deadline May 15 - This year, Monsanto Canada estimates that it will provide approximately 70 scholarships, valued at $1500 each to students across the country entering their first year of post-secondary education in agriculture or forestry.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

-be from an agricultural or forestry family farming operation
-have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership capabilities, and active involvement in their local community.

Contact your guidance counsellor for application forms or visit www.monsanto.ca

Legion Scholarships and Bursaries

Deadline August 28 - Saskatchewan Command, in cooperation with the Dominion Command of The Royal Canadian Legion are offering 10 scholarships of $300 each. In addition, Saskatchewan Command is offering 10 bursaries of $300 each.

These are offered to students who have completed grade 12 and are continuing their education in their first year at university, technical school (2 year course) or Business College (complete business course).

These scholarships are available to the sons/daughters, grandsons/grandaughters and great grandsons/daughters of Veterans, Ex-Service or still serving Military or R.C.M.P. personnel.

Ask your guidance counsellor for applications forms.

2009 Education Scholarship Application Form

Deadline August 31 - Each year the Saskatchewan School Boards Association awards two $1000 scholarships to graduating high school students who remain in Saskatchewan in post-secondary study.

These include a University Scholarship and an Applied Science and Technology Scholarship. Recipients are selected on the basis of having demonstrated good character, community leadership, financial need and on the basis of a 500 word essay submitted with the application.

Further details can be found at www.saskschoolboards.ca

Ten Days that could change Your Life

Lieutenant Governor's Leadership Forum - Deadline May 1, 2009.

This forum brings together 18 Saskatchewan youth in grades 11 and 12 who have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities in their schools and communities. From October 12-23, 2009, these students will travel the province, meet successful people from various sectors and take part in a variety of experiences designed to strengthen the mind, body and their leadership potential.

Upon completing the program, they will receive a 30 level Special Project Credit toward their high school graduation requirements and a certificate of participation in the physical activity/fitness component.

Selection criteria will include: leadership in school activities, leadership in the community, academic achievement, an essay outlining leadership experiences, as well as prior accomplishments, recognition, awards, honours and scholarships.

Ask your guidance counsellor for application details or visit www.ltgov.sk.ca

Les Donnelly Scholarship

May 31 Deadline - The Les Donnelly Occupational Safety Scholarhsip is an annual scholarship up to a maximum of $2000. The recipient of the scholarship must be a Saskatchewan resident who is taking a college or university level safety program. Applicants must submit responses to selected questions along with their application.

For further information, talk to your guidance counsellor or contact the Saskatchewan Safety Council.

Campus Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan public post-secondary institutions have partnered together. This partnership provides flexible learning opportunities for learners who wish to take courses from one or many of the partner institutions. Courses are delivered using the latest communication technologies: web-based learning, internet, CD-ROM, traditional textbooks, videos and more.

For more information, visit CampusSaskatchewan.ca

U of R - Luther College Residence

Luther College Residence, University of Regina is accepting applications for fall and winter of 2009/2010. Call 1.800.LUTHERU for further information.

Luther College Scholarship Information

Deadline May 15 - Luther College, University of Regina, offers several scholarships and bursaries. To be eligible for these awards, a student must be registered in Luther Arts, Fine Arts or Science; remain registered in 12 credit hours for the Fall semester; and must apply for these awards.

To obtain an application form, visit www.luthercollege.edu/scholarships

New: T.D. Brown Award (U of R)

Application Deadline July 30, 2009 - Does your student loan cover your financial needs? If not , you could be eligible for a new award at the University of Regina. Apply to the T.D. Brown Award by filling in an application at www.uregina.ca/awards or by calling 1.800.644.4756.

UR X-Celerating! Summer Experience 2009

April 15 - Early-bird deadline
May 1 - final deadline

Students can earn university course credits while still in high school by attending this summer program. Selected students will take Geography 100 at the University of Regina; live in university residence; explore program options and activities; get help with career planning; go on field trips and attend social events; meet other students from around the province and help to ease their transition to first year university.

Students entering Grade 12 in the Fall of 2009 who are 16 years or older and have a 755 average are eligible to apply. Home based learners, of age 16 or older are also eligible. For selection process visit www.uregina.ca/cce/creditstudies

Tuition and fees, books for Geography 100 plus room and board will be approximatley 1800 per student.

University of Ottawa Open House

The University of Ottawa is hosting its spring open house on Friday, March 20 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants can tour the campus, residences and sports complexes; see presentations on all faculties; and meet with representatives from faculties and services at the information fair.

To register, visit www.admission.uOttawa.ca

Vancouver College of Art and Design

The Vancouver College of Art and Design is giving away $150 000 in scholarships to high school seniors this year.

The Vancouver College of Art and Design is the newest centre for Applied Arts education in British Columbia. The new VCAD campus will offer applied arts programs such as graphic design; interior design; 3D modelling, animation art and design; fashion design; marketing and merchandising for fashion.

For further details and application forms, visit www.vcad.ca

National Young Leaders Conference

Envision EMI is a student leadership and development organization. This summer, Envision is bringing the National Young Leaders Conference to Toronto. Sessions are designed for students in grades 8,9,10 and 11. The theme of the conference is Courageous Leadership. Students will be working on core leadership tools - - Communication, Conflict Resolution, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Group Dynamics, Leadership Techniques, Project Planning and Self-Awareness.

You can nominate students online at www.EnvisionEMI.ca

Saskatchewan Hockey Association Education Assistance

August 31 Deadline - The SHA annually awards eleven $1000 scholarships to graduating high school students who have been members of the SHA and will be attending a post-secondary institution in the province. Eligible applicants must have either:
-been regional (zone) members (player, coach or member of the referee division
-been a Midget AAA registered player
-been a female registered player
-been a Junior A, B, Junior or Senior registered player

For further information, see www.sha.sk.ca

North West Regional College

Check out these programs at North West Regional College in North Battleford: Tri-Trades Automotive, Youth Care Worker, Hairstylist, Instrumental Engineering Technology, Business, Pharmacy Technician, Welding, Plumbing and Pipe-Fitting, Institutional Cooking, Continuing Care Assistant, Electrician, Heavy Equipment and Truck and Transport Technician, Office Education, Early Childhood Education, and University Programs.

See www.nwrc.sk.ca for details.

SGI Corporate Scholarship Program

Deadline - September 30, 2009

SGI awards eight scholarships of $2500 each (four to university students and four to students in a technical institute)

To be eligible, as student must
-be a Saskatchewan resident
-be enrolled in a full-time certificate, degree or diploma program related to the business needs of SGI at an accredited post-secondary campus in Saskatchewan
-have obtained a 70% minimum average in last academic year of study
-demonstrate contribution to community, extracurricular activities or commitments made in balancing work, education and home responsibilities.

Applications are available here

More Scholarships!

You may be eligible for a scholarship, based on your parents' company of employment or memberships in organizations. To search a database of potential funding sources, see
this link.

University of Alberta Rural Discovery Day

The Office of the Registrar and Student Awards at the University of Alberta will be hosting its bi-annual Rural Discovery Day at the North Campus in Edmonton on Friday, March 20, 2009. Our Discovery Day participants will have the chance to:

• Find out what they need to know about U of A’s undergraduate programs
• Discuss university life with current undergraduate students from other rural areas
• Receive information on the U of A’s awards and services
• Have a tour of the Lister Centre Residence and U of A North Campus
• Win great prizes, including U of A apparel

In addition to representatives from the Office of the Registrar and Student Awards, various representatives from many of our Faculties and Services will be on hand to answer questions and provide information on housing, scholarships, services and the many degree programs offered at the U of A. With over 200 undergraduate programs, 300 student groups, and a myriad of activities and service on campus, there is much for your students to discover about the U of A.

What: U of A Discovery Day for rural high school students
Date: Friday, March 20, 2009
Where: University of Alberta, Edmonton
Location: Maple Leaf Room, Lister Centre
Time: 10:30am-4:00pm
RSVP: by March 13, 2009

Interested participants can RSVP by March 13, 2009 by completing our RSVP webform, posted at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp.

Saskatchewan Golf Association Scholarships and Assistance

Scholarship Opportunities: Information for scholarship opportunities listed here.

1. SGA SAGE Scholarship – April 1^st deadline
2. Pat Fletcher Scholarship – May 31^st deadline
3. RCGA Golf Foundation Scholarship – June 30^th deadline

Athlete Assistance opportunity – April 1^st deadline Information for scholarship opportunities listed here.

For more information please contact the SGA Office.

Our Lady of the Prairies Scholarship

Deadline - April 24 - Selection for this scholarship include Academic Standing, Community Involvement and Extracurricular activities. Students must submit an application form, portfolio and two letters of reference to their guidance counsellor to apply for this award.

Application forms are available here

Concordia - Two Degrees in Four Years

Concordia University College of Alberta now offers an after degree program in Environmental Health, the practice of protecting people from environmental factors or protecting the ecological balances essential for human health. Career paths include working for Regional Health Authorities, federal agencies, public consultants, researchers and industry. Students first complete a three year Bachelor of Science at Concordia and then spend a year in this program to finish their second degree.

For further information, see www.envirohealth.concordia.ab.ca

Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies Open House

All of the SIIT open houses welcome high school students, adults, post-secondary coordinators, high school counsellors and teachers. Each event is structured to allow for attendance in the morning or afternoon.

Prince Albert Campus - Friday, March 6; 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - 900, 1st Avenue East

Saskatoon Campus - Wednesday, March 18; 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - 229 4th Avenue South

Regina Campus - Wednesday, March 25; 9:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - 2024 C Albert Street

Scheduled information sessions include: trades and industrial, community and health studies, business administration and information technology, academic preparation, construction career centres and funding your education. For more information, see www.siit.ca

University of Lethbridge Financial Incentives

March 1 - Student who apply to the University of Lethbridge by this date will have a chance to receive one of :

• two four-year full tuition awards, approximately 20 000 each
• five $5000 awards
• ten $2000 relocation awards

For award details, go to DISCOVER.ulethbridge.ca

The DISCOVER.ulethbridge.ca site also contains customized information for counsellors, parents and prospective students.

Grade 11 and 12 Candidates Wanted!

The French Education Branch and the Council of Ministers of Education in Canada are please advise that the application deadline for the five week summer French immersion program, Explore, is February 28, 2009.

This program is geared for students who have an interest, in languages, travel, culture, people and new experiences. Participants receive at $2000 bursary coveing tuition fees for the course, instructional materials, sport and cultural activities, meals and accomodations. Participants will have the chance to discover another region of Canada and use this opportunity to improve their knowledge of French. Participants do not need to have taken French lessons to apply.

For more information, visit www.myexplore.ca

Emergency Services Career Fair

This career fair is an opportunikty for the RCMP, Canadian Forces, Fire and Polic Services, as well as EMS and other Federal and Provincial agencies that are looking for Corrections Workers, Conservation Officers and other related individuals to showcase their professions.

The fair will be held in:

• Yorkton - March 25 - Parkland Regional College
• Regina - March 26 - Banner Hall
• Moose Jaw - March 27 - Colonel Currie Armouries
• Saskatoon - March 30 - Prairieland Park
• Prince Albert - March 31 - The Armouries

For further information, ask your guidance counsellor.

Emergency Services Career Fair

This career fair is an opportunity for the RCMP, Canadian Forces, Fire and Police Services as well as EMS and other Federal and Provincial agencies that are looking for Corrections Workers, Conservation Officersa and other related individuals to showcase their professions.

The fairs will be starting in Yorkton (March 25) at Parkland Regional College; in Regina (March 26) at Banner Hall, EVRAZ Place; in Moose Jaw (March 27) at the Colonel Currie Armouries; in Saskatoon (March 30) At Prairieland Park and in Prince Albert (March 31 at the Armouries.

For futher information, call Tim at 306.347.9300

Program Developments - Lakeland

• Lakeland College is negotiating with the U of A to deliver the Emergency Medical Technician-Ambulance and Paramedic programs. It's anticipated that final approval will be received in early spring. These programs will start in September and will be delivered primarily online with some technical training days in Camrose.
• The proposed Veterinary Medical Assistant certificate program is on track to begin this fall.

Lakeland Academic Excellence Awards

April 30 - Students in grade 12 with an average of 85 per cent or higher in grade 11 automatically qualify for a scholarship of $1500 to $3500 when applying to take University Studies, Business or Educational Assistant programs at Lakeland College. The deadline to apply with a grade 11 transcript of marks is April 30. Go to lakelandcollege.ca/greatsavings for details.

MyRobotRumble Challenge

March 26, 2009

The Robots - SIAST will give your school a SUMO robot kit that has everything you need to be ready for the rumble. Your team builds it, programs it and then tests it on the included competition mat.

The Rumble - On March 26th your SUMObot team will meet in either Saskatoon or Moose Jaw and go bot to bot against other Saskatchewan high school teams. The last bot standing in the ring is the winner!

The Competitors - myRobotRumble is open to all grade 9 to 12 Saskatchewan high school students.

The Prizes - Winners of the myRobotRumble SUMObot Challenge will win great prizes including the grand prize - an iPod Touch and a $1500 scholarship to any participating SIAST electronics program.

Find out more at myChoice.goSIAST.com

Online Career Magazine

Check out this link!

http://www.relevancemag.ca/index.htm

U of A Scholarship Deadlines

The remaining Entrance Scholarship Deadlines for students graduating in 2009 are as follows:

• Scholastic Distinction - March 1, 2009
• Leadership Award - March 15, 2009
• Eldon Foote Track and Field Deadline - June 20, 2009
• IB and Advanced Placement Deadline - August 1, 2009

See www.ualberta.ca/awards for application information.

Natural Resources Diploma grads get U of S Credit

Graduates from Forest Ecosystem Technology, Integrated Resource Management, and Resource and Environmental Law programs offered at SIAST are now able to complete one of two degree programs in as little as two years as University of Saskatchewan Students.

SIAST grads who meet entry requirements can transfer into the third year of the BAchelor of Science in Agriculture or the Bachelor of Sciene in Renewable Resource Management degree programs offered at the U of S..

SIAST Application Deadlines

High demand programs - Registration deadline for the following high demand programs is February 15, 2009:

• Applied Photography
• Combined Lab and X-ray Technician
• Cytotechnology
• Dental Hygiene
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Medical Radiologic Technology

Students applying for one of these programs must fill out the "High Demand Programs Preliminary Statement of High School Standing" at www.goSIAST.com > Admissions >How to Apply > Frequently Asked Questions.

SIAST - Spring CSI Dates

SIAST is once again hosting CSI (Come. See. Investigate.) events at all campuses this spring. The dates are:

• Moose Jaw (Palliser Campus) - March 25 and April 2
• Prince Albert (Woodland Campus) - March 12 and April 2
• Regina (Wascana Campus) - March 12 and April 9
• Saskatoon (Kelsey Campus) - March 25 and April 2

To register, go to https://myChoice.goSIAST.com and create a user profile. Once you have created a profile, click on "Events" on the left-hand side. Click on the CSI of your choice and then on "Register for this Event" at the bottom of the screen.

Skills Canada Saskatchewan - Competitions

Skills Canada Saskatchewan's mission is "to promote skilled trades and technologies as a first choice career option for youth in Saskatchewan." This group hosts annual Olympic-style skills competitions that provide a forum for secondary, post-secondary and apprentice students to compete in over 25 trade and technology competition areas, ranging from autobody repair to tv video production.

Visit www.skillscanda.com for event dates and national competition information.

Delta Co-op Scholarship

The Delta Co-operative Association Limited is offering a bursary to each of the five high schools in their trading area. The amount of the bursary for 2008-2009 is $500.00.

Contact your guidance counsellor for applications and qualifications.

On-Campus Day - U of S

February 27 - On Campus Day provides an opportunity for prospective students and their parents to visit Agriculture & Bioresources, Computer Science, Edwards School of Business or Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan and experience campus in full swing ; talk to U of S students and professors; learn about program options and career choices and much, much more!

To register, see http://explore.usask.ca/events/oncampusday/

Mathieu Da Costa Challenge

Deadline February 20 - The Mathieu Da Cost Challenge is an annual writing and artwork contest that is open to youth between the ages of 9 and 18. The challenge encourages young Canadians to learn about the contributions that Canadians of different backgrounds have made in building our country.

In addition to this challenge, students submitting artowrk or writing celebrating the contribution by a National Historic Person of Aboriginal, African or other background to the building of Canada will be eligible for another prize - -the Mathieu Da Cost Parks Canada Award.

For further information, and full contest details, please visit www.mathieudacosta.gc.ca

Canada Day Youth Award

March 31 nomination deadline - The Canada Day Youth Award is designed to recognize and reinforce the oustanding achievements and contributions ofyoung people to their communities. Potential recipients must be 18 years of age or younger and have made a truly exceptional contrubition in any number of areas, with a suggested minimum of 100 hours of service.
Selection is based on community participation, promotion of Canadian values and sustainable development initiatives.

Further information is available at www.celebratecanada.pch.gc.ca

Canada Day Poster Challenge

February 28 - is the deadline for submitting your work to the Canada Day Poster Challenge 2009. This challenge is open to students between the ages of 5 and 18. This year's theme is "With Glowing Hearts."Prizes include a three day trip to Ottawa for the national winner and provincial and territorial finalists. This year, the grand prize for the national winner will be an all iclusive trip for up to 5 family members to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Prizes will also be offered to the winnners by the partners of the Poster Challenge 2009.

For further information, visit www.posterchallenge.pch.gc.ca

University of Regina Entrance Scholarships

March 15 is the deadline for students to submit the general application for entrance awards for the University of Regina. Information and application forms for these awards can be found on the website at www.uregina.ca/awards.

iT Career Guide

The iT Career Guide is a package of resources developed thorugh the collaboration of academic and industry sponsors that has been mailed out to schools across Canada.

In conjunction with this, a website called itcareerguide.com will allow students to explore iT schools, job trends, and career paths. Also included are a "Teachers' Lounge" and a speakers bureau.

Youth Summer Programs - U of Toronto

The University of Toronto's Youth Summer Programs are offered by both the faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Law. High school students can experience what it is like to be a student in these facilities.

Participants take part in "hands on" academic programming, gaining a glimpse into the world of medicine, medical research, the legal system or legal concepts. These programs are held in July on the University of Toronto's downtown campus and range in length from one to four weeks. For further information, see www.ysp.utoronto.ca

Garfield Weston Awards

March 27 - is the deadline for the Garfield Weston Awards for students entering their first year of full-time college studies in the fall of 2009. The Garfield Weston Awards program will distribute up to 25 Entrance Garfield Weston Awards to students entering their first year of college or CEGEP studies in Canada for use during the 2009-2010 academic year. Each Entrance Garfield Weston Award comprises a tuition waiver from a consortium college renewable for one or two additional years; an $8,000 stipend renewable for one or two additional years; access to summer program funding, up to $3,500; and mentorship. See www.garfieldwestonawards.ca for further information.

S.W.E.A.T. at The Art Institute of Vancouver

SWEAT (Structured Work Experience and Training) 2009 - The Art Institute of Vancouver's SWEAT program which returns from March 23-26, 2009. Attendees can benefit from the 30 hours of industry experience and training offered during that week.If you have students who would still like to apply, the documents they need to complete and return are attached here. Click here for Application Form and click here for Photo Release Form.

ACAD Pre-College Program

Your students can now register in the 2009 ACAD Pre-College Program. The Pre-College Program gives students an opportunity to earn three college credits and to experience college learning prior to admittance.
The Pre-College experience helps students make a successful transition into post-secondary studies. In addition to their college-level studies, students also participate in special events and field trips to enrich their learning and cultivate new friendships. As an outcome, students understand college-level expectations and can lighten their first year course load.
EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE: APRIL 9.
The 2009 Pre- College registration brochure is available ONLINE ONLY! To view program details and to print the brochure or registration form, please go to http://www.acad.ab.ca/pre_college_program.html and follow the links at the bottom of the page.

Education Degree, Lakeland College

New for 2009-2010 - Lakeland Collge is now offering a Bachelor of Education Master of Teaching (elementary) two-year after degree program in collaboration with the University of Calgary.

For further information, see

http://www.lakelandcollege.ca/news/news06190801.aspx

Nursing Options- Lakeland College

Graduates of the Practical Nurse program offered at the Lloydminster campus can further their studies in Athabasca University's Post LPN Bachelor of Nursing program, thanks to a new transfer agreement. To be eligible for the transfer, students must complete the two-year PN diploma, pass the licensing exam and work on year (1700 hours) as a licensed practical nurse.

Addictions Awareness Contest

The Elks and Royal Purple are once again sponsoring an their "Addictions Awareness Contest: Promoting Healthy Choices."Entries in this literary, poster or video contest must be submitted to your nearest Elks or Royal Purple Lodge by the end of February, but you should contact them for local deadlines.

Depending on the category chosen, students in grades K to 12 are eligible to enter the contest.

National awards vary from $100 for third place to a senior literary scholarship of $1000. Further information and entry forms are available at http://www.elks-canada.org/pages/charity_contest.htm

More Scholarship Links!

Here is a link to the suggested external scholarship links posted on the University of Saskatchewan site:

http://students.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards/external/

Note: Students who are NOT planning to attend the U of S will still find this page useful!

Minot State University - Tuition Change

Beginning in the fall of 2009, Canadian students will now pay in-state tuition, for a savings of $30 000. As well, Minot is offering several new scholarship programs. For specific information, go to askmsu.com

NEPS Reminder

January 15 - is the deadline for high school students to apply to the Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan . Forms are available at http://www.usask.ca/nursing/NEPS/application.htm

Scholarships - University of Saskatchewan

February 15 - Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships - Students who apply for admission, pay the $90 application fee and submit their marks by February 15 may be eligible for three awards averages based on grade 11 and/or grade 12 marks. See explore.usask.ca/awards/guaranteed for further information.

February 16 - Competitive Entrance Awards - deadline application. See http://explore.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards/ for details.

University of Saskatchewan Scholarships

February 16 - Competititive Entrance Scholarships deadline. See http://explore.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards/ for further details

February 15 - Students who apply for admission, pay the $90 application fee and submit their marks by February 15 may be eligible for Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship, based on either grade 11 marks; grade 11 and grade 12 semester one marks; or grade 12 marks at end of second semester. For details, visit explore.usask.ca/awards/guaranteed