Upcoming Deadlines: University of Saskatchewan

April 1, 2014 - International student application deadline for September 2014 admission

• College of Agriculture and Bioresources
• College of Arts and Science
• Edwards School of Business

May 1, 2014 - Application deadline for Canadian citizens and permanent residents for September 2014 admission

• College of Agriculture and Bioresources
• College of Arts and Science
• Edwards School of Business

For more information about U of S programs and admission requirements, visit: explore.usask.ca.

U of S: Virtual Open House

April 8, 2014

For students who are still exploring their post-secondary options and who may not be able to visit the University of Saskatchewan (U of S), they will be holding a Virtual Open House on Tuesday April 8, from 7:30am-12:00pm CST.

Prospective students are invited to register online to participate. 

Deadline Extension for U of R Education Program

The Faculty of Education has continues to accept applications all programs including Elementary, Middle-Years and Secondary (all majors) for Fall 2014 admission.  Any students who missed the original March 1 deadline may still complete the Teacher Education Application online and submit their transcripts.   Students are encouraged to read over the Faculty's tips on completing the application prior to submitting.  The application guide can be found here.

Pulse Producers Scholarship

Deadline: May 30, 2014

Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) will be giving out five, $5,000 scholarships again in 2014. 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.

We hope you will help us inform your eligible students about this opportunity, as we aim to reach as many students as possible. Please circulate this information.

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

UBC Summer Scholars Program

When: July 13-16, 2014
Where: UBC's Okanagan Campus, Kelowna BC
What: The Summer Scholars Program focuses on environmental science and sustainability. Your lectures will be led by UBC faculty, and you will also get hands-on experience during field trips in the beautiful local environment.

Applicants must be:

• entering one of their final two years of high school as of September 2014.
• capable of undertaking instruction and study in English
• 16–18 years of age (As of September 1, 2014)
• in good academic standing with their current high school (unofficial transcript required)

For more information, click HERE.

SIAST's Aboriginal Student Summer Transition Program

This three-week program provides an introduction to SIAST and assistance to help ensure students’ success in their upcoming studies. There is no cost for this program, which is open to all Aboriginal students who are accepted into and registered in a SIAST program.

For more information on this program, visit: goSIAST.com/hospitality.

Open House Events at SIAST

Machining Madness - March 15, 2014 at SIAST Wascana Campus in Regina
Experience Auto Body - March 28, 2014 at SIAST Wascana Campus in Regina
CSI - March 25, 2015 at SIAST Wascana Campus in Regina
CSI - March 27, 2014 at SIAST Kelsey Campus in Saskatoon
For details on these events and to register, visit http://gosiast.com/programs-and-courses/resources/visit-a-campus.aspx

Careers in Welding Night

The Canadian Welding Association Regina Chapter and SIAST present a Careers in Welding night: When: Tuesday, April 15, 2014 Time:   5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location: SIAST Wascana Campus, 4500 Wascana Parkway, Regina, SK High school students, post-secondary students, parents, family and friends are welcome to attend.  Participants will have an opportunity to tour the SIAST Welding shop followed by presentations from industry and a question and answer period.
To register for this event log in to myChoice

U of R Federated College Scholarships

Deadline: March 15

For your students who are registered through Campion College, the First Nations University of Canada or Luther College, there are extra scholarships for them to apply for.  Some of these awards are targeted to students coming from rural areas or specific schools.  Make sure your students don't miss out!
Campion College - March 15 deadline
First Nations University of Canada - Various deadlines
Luther College - May 15 deadline

New Construction Trades Site

Trade Up Saskatchewan takes people from high school to post-secondary to an entire career. It includes information on apprenticeship, all of the construction trades, related jobs, institutes, and programs available. It uses text, photos and video to provide information on construction in Saskatchewan.

The website also guides people through the steps to take in high school and beyond to find their places in their desired careers and also provides a map of technical training institutes and their program offerings throughout the province.

There is a page dedicated to each construction trade. Within that page, a listing of jobs for that particular trade is pulled in from saskjobs.ca to provide job seekers with a one-click search. In addition, links take web users directly to partner websites for more information.

To view this site, click HERE.

Lakeland College Scholarships

Deadline: June 30

Value: Ranges from $1500 to $3500

Current grade 12 students with grade 11 averages of 85% or higher need to apply to an Environmental Sciences, University Transfer, Business, Educational Assistant or Agribusiness program by June 30 to be eligible.

Click HERE for more information.

Lakeland College Information Sessions

Once again, Lakeland College in Lloydminster and Vermilion are offering information sessions in various program areas. Click HERE to find out what is coming up this March-May.

The Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship Program

Deadline: May 24, 2014

The Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship Program is for Canadian high school students from family farms who have successfully enrolled at a Canadian educational institution (degree or diploma) in a first-year agriculture program.

If you have applied for entry into a college or university, but have not yet been accepted, you can still apply for a Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship. However, if you are awarded a scholarship, you must provide an acceptance letter from your educational institution.

Successful applicants will each be awarded a scholarship valued at $1500, based on demonstrated academic standards and leadership in the community. Selection will be made by an independent panel.

For further information and applicants, click HERE.

Re-Max Quest for Excellence 2014

Deadline: March 10

This year RE/MAX is once again offering (16) $1,000 bursaries for a total of $16,000 to grade 12 students in Western Canada. 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.

·         The program is open for submissions from September 9, 2013 through to midnight March 10, 2014.

·         Western Canada 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.

·         Bursary winners will be notified in May 2014 and a formal presentation will be arranged to take place during the students' commencement ceremonies.

·         More information on the program and how to apply can be found by visiting www.remax.ca > about RE/MAX> In the Community> Quest for Excellence.

2014 Retail as a Career Scholarship Program

Deadline: March 31, 2014

Sponsor: Retail Council of Canada

Winners will receive:

1. Financial assistance for their post-secondary education

2. Hotel and travel expenses to come to Toronto on June 3 & 4 to attend STORE - Canada's BIGGEST retail conference - and the Excellence in Retailing Awards Gala

3. The opportunity to network and engage with the brightest professionals in the Canadian retail industry at the 2014 STORE Conference

Applicants must be:

1. Enrolled full-time or part-time at a Canadian college or university Fall 2014

2. Pursuing a retail, business or marketing-related program

3. Currently working part-time or full-time within the retail industry

For further information and application forms, click HERE.

Winsor and Guruparan Scholarships

Deadline: April 30, 2014

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.These awards were established by Sherry MacDonald, President and CEO of C.S.T. Consultants Inc. and are in the honour of Karthiha Guruparan and Bill Winsor.

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.

Our Lady of the Prairies Scholarship

Deadline: Last Friday in April, annually

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

Wayne Eger ESL Scholarship

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.

CUPE 4747 Scholarship

Deadline: April 30
Amount: Minimum of $300.00
Application forms: Ask you guidance counsellor OR download the application here.
Students in grade 12, whose parents are members of CUPE 4747 are eligible to apply for this scholarship by submitting their high school marks and a letter outlining their future education plans to CUPE 4747. Proof of acceptance at a post-secondary school must be provided before the money is given.

Selection will be made by the CUPE Local 4747 executive.

Innovation Credit Union High School Scholarship

13 - $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating Grade 12 students enrolling in a full-time, post-secondary educational program within a year. These scholarships are open to students that are members of Innovation Credit Union (or their parents/guardians are members). Applicants must be attending a post-secondary school other than North West College or Great Plains College. The selection is based on academic performance using  Grade 10, 11, and 1st semester of Grade 12 marks. Proof of enrollment is needed to receive the scholarship funds.

Click HERE  for an application form.