Winsor and Guruparan Awards

Deadline: April 26, 2013

These awards are granted, through competition, to Canadian citizens who are academically gifted, well-rounded, and pursuing their first undergraduate commerce/finance/business degree/diploma at a recognized post secondary institution.

This program is aimed at those students whose parents/guardians do not have a postsecondary education or received their post-secondary education outside of Canada. Applicants must be intending to pursue their first undergraduate commerce/finance/business degree/diploma at a recognized post secondary institutionin or outside of Canada.

The Awards Selection Committee will award $6,000 to one successful female applicant for the Guruparan Scholarship and $6,000 to one successful male applicant for the Winsor Scholarship, through competition.

For further information and an application form, click here.

Oddfellows and Rebekahs Bursary

Deadline: March 22

These $1000 bursaries are awarded to students deemed most worthy and in need of financial assistance. Applicants are to submit their transcripts, indication of financial need and future plans, as well as 2 letters of reference regarding their school, church and community involvement.

For more information and an application form, click here.

Wayne Eger ESL Learner Scholarship Fund

Deadline: April 15

The Wayne Eger ESL Scholarship fund of $1000 will be provided annually to a student who is a recent immigrant or refugee, is a Saskatchewan resident and is enrolled or about to be enrolled in a provincially recognized post secondary institution or enrolled to take PLAR exams which will further their education or professional development. The applicant has to demonstrate financial need.

Click here for an application form.

Our Lady of the Prairies Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: Last Friday in April, annually

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

U of T Youth Summer Programs

The University of Toronto's Youth Summer Programs bring together the Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Medicine to offer an experience for high school students who are interested in seeing what it is like to be a student in one of these faculties.

Participants have access to the university's academic and research professionals and take part in hands-on academic programming. The YSP are held in July and August on the University of Toronto's downtown campus and range in length from one to five week. For more information about program content, dates and fees, click here.

SIAST - Important Deadlines!

Applications are being accepted to these high-demand programs until 4:30 p.m., (Saskatchewan time), February 15.  All supporting documentation is required by 4:30 p.m., (Saskatchewan time), February 28.

Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology

Dental Hygiene

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical Radiologic Technology

Power Engineering Technology

Practical Nursing

SIAST Nursing Deadline Approaching!

Applications to the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) program are due by 4:30 p.m., (Saskatchewan time), February 15.  The program includes innovative and contemporary courses in areas such as health informatics and Aboriginal health. It will appeal to students motivated by real-world learning opportunities. Students in this program, offered jointly by SIAST and the University of Regina, start working with patients in the very first year. To apply visit www.sasknursingdegree.ca/admissions.

Projects Abroad

Projects Abroad sends volunteers ages 16 and up to 29 countries to do over 150 different unpaid internships and service projects. Volunteers can go for as little as 2 weeks and up to a year. Starting dates and duration of programs is 100% flexible.

Projects Abroad hosts 2 week Summer Specials designed for 16-19 year olds to get a range of experience in a short period of time. Trips combine multiple projects and activities to allow volunteers to get the most out of their time overseas. In addition to volunteer programs, language classes and observational sessions, there are planned weekend activities at local tourist attractions.

For further information about Projects Abroad, click here.

U of R Open House

Friday, May 10th
The University of Regina will be hosting an Open House for new and future students. This is a chance to tour campus, meet professors, staff and current students, attend information sessions and workshops, book an academic advising session and register in classes and spend an night in the residences.

For more information, click here.

Lethbridge College Scholarships

NEW Award Opportunities: Lethbridge College is now offering  70 new “Triple Term Scholarships” in over 10 different program areas, including: Environmental Assessment; Restoration, Natural Resource Compliance, Renewable Resource Management, Business Administration, Computer Information Technology, Interior Design, Fashion Design & Marketing, Correctional Studies, Early Childhood Education and Child & Youth Care. 

Each scholarship totals $4,500 and will be presented in $1,500 installments over the recipients first three terms. These scholarships are based on academic achievement and recipients must remain in good academic standing.

Lethbridge College is offering an additional $30,000 in International Scholarships, with $20,000 allocated for international students and $10,000 allocated for our students to participate in exchanges.

Click here for application information.. Application opens March 1.

Certified Management Accountants Scholarship

Deadline: July 31, 2013
The CMA High school Scholarship of $1000 is available to one graduating high school student who is entering the accounting program at the University of Regina or the University of Saskatchewan. The scholarship will be awarded to the student with the highest GPA in Grade 12 and will be presented at the CMA annual convocation ceremony.

To apply, send a letter of application to the Society of Management Accountants of Saskatchewan. For further information, click here.

North Battleford hosts U of R Workshop

February 26 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm
The University of Regina will be holding an admissions workshop. Students attending will save $30 on their application fee and find out on-the-spot if they are admitted to a their program of interest as well as if they are eligible for a Centennial Merit or Merit Plus Scholarship.

For further information, call 1.800.644.4756

University of Alberta Awards Deadline Reminder

UAlberta Entrance Award applications are now live and ready for high school students to complete online! The new application process will allow you to receive an automated email once a student lists you as a reference for our Entrance Leadership Scholarship or Scholastic Distinction Scholarship application, directing you back to our website to complete your portion. Please note, you must complete your part by March 4, 2013 for the application process to be complete. 
>> Click here for a sample of what the automated awards email and subject line will look like

Aboriginal Student Discovery Day - U of A

The University of Alberta invites Aboriginal students in grades 10, 11 and 12 to take part in a free one-day UAlberta experience at our North Campus on March 15, 2013. Students will be able to learn about UAlberta programs and admissions, tour campus and residence, and engage with current U of A students and staff. 
For more information about this event, or to register to attend, please Click here