Visit SIAST - CSI Sessions

"CSI" (Come, See, Investigate) sessions are to be held at the four Kelsey Campuses as follows: SIAST Kelsey Campus, Saskatoon, October 25, 20129:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. At SIAST Palliser Campus in Moose Jaw, students and parents can arrange for individual CSI sessions by contacting Marlene Frechette, student recruitment advisor, at 1-866-467-4278 or email frechette@siast.sk.ca. SIAST Wascana Campus, Regina, November 15, 2012, 12:45 - 3 p.m. At SIAST Woodland Campus in Prince Albert, students and parents can arrange for individual CSI sessions by contacting Christine Nemish, student recruitment advisor, at 1-866-467-4278 or email nemish@siast.sk.ca.

Check out Visit a Campus for more upcoming events and tour dates at SIAST campuses.

Building Brighter Futures

Indspire, formerly the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation, is now the largest non-governmental funding body for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis post secondary students across Canada. Bursary and scholarship awards are provided to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students annually across a diverse range of disciplines.

Indspire offers financial assistance (scholarships and bursaries) through four major categories: Post Secondary Education, Fine Arts, Health Careers, and Oil & Gas Aboriginal Trades & Technology. Click here for further information.

University of Alberta Tours and Events

October 20

The University of Alberta annual Open House will be held on Saturday, October 20 at the Butterdome in Edmonton. Students can join the over 8,000 guests who will visit campus this day to explore our over 200 programs, speak with advisors and professors, visit the Tech Zone, check out the Student Life Fair, and tour campus and residence. ind out more about Open House atualberta.ca/openhouse.

The fourth annual AP/IB Conference: "Global Development: Conflict and Collaboration" is a free, full day event that provides Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate students with an opportunity to explore an important set of global issues, network with other students and university faculty, and to see what the University of Alberta has to offer!
>> For more information on the AP/IB Conference, click here.

The University of Alberta Campus Visit Program is for students who want to explore their future at the U of A by touring the campuses and first-year residences, sitting down with an academic or career advisor, and meeting current students. Individual student and school group bookings are now available online for Fall 2012!  Book your visit atualberta.ca/campusvisits.

University of Saskatchewan Greystone Scholars

Nominations for the Greystone Scholars Recognition Program are no longer required! Instead, students who apply for admission, submit the application fee, and send in a statement of Grade 11 marks and a list of the semestered and non-semestered classes in which they're registered during your Grade 12 year by email, mail, or fax. For students planning to attend the U of S in the 2013-2014 academic year, the online application form will be available at explore.usask.ca/admission after September 21st and documents can also be submitted after that date.

University of Alberta Entrance Scholarships

Deadlines:
February 18, 2013 - Scholastic Distinction Scholarships and Leadership Scholarships

August 1, 2013 - International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement Scholarships

For more information, click here.

University of Alberta Engineering Expo

Saturday, September 22
10:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Engineering Expo is anopportunity to learn about engineering— to meet people who study, teach, research, and work at the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta.

Explore engineering on a new level. Experience interactive displays. Tour innovative facilities. Attend topical and relevant research presentations. Learn about ground breaking research.

Your whole family is welcome! Children (ages 6-12) will especially enjoy the ENGG Zone, where they can take part in hands-on engineering activities designed and delivered by the DiscoverE Engineering and Science Program instructors.

Click here for further information, including a short video.

Loran Scholars

Deadlines:
Sponsored Applicants - October 17, 2012
Direct Pool Applicants - October 24, 2012

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.

Students that best reflect the criteria of character, leadership and community service are considered to be strong candidates. Activities both within the school and out in the community are weighed equally. An 85% average is the minimum academic threshold for consideration.

For further information, click here.

Applications for SIAST Programs

Interested in applying for a program offered by SIAST (Kelsey, Palliser, Woodlands or Wascana campuses)?

Click here to find out what certificate and diploma programs have seats available this fall.

U of R Music Open House and Audition Dates

Thursday, November 15, 2012 and Wednesday, February 13, 2013 - Open Houses at University of Regina Department of Music will be held. For further information, including a registration link, click here.

Auditions and music theory entrance exams for Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Education programs will be held on November 15, February 13, March 2, April 10 and May 16.  For further information, consult the Music Department website here.

Forum for Young Canadians 2012-13

Forum for Young Canadians is a civic education program for students aged 15-19 years old. It brings students to Ottawa for a week of intensive academic adventure regarding national politics and public affairs.

Participants spend time with 100 other young leaders from coast to coast. Their classroom is Parliament Hill and their teachers are Ministers, Members of Parliament, Senators, senior public servants, members of the national media and business leaders.

Sessions for this academic year are:
November 4-9, 2012
February 24 - March 1, 2013
March 17 - 22, 2013
March 24-29, 2013

For further information click here.

University of Saskatchewan Learning Communities

This fall the University of Saskatchewan is looking forward to welcoming first-year students into a new community of learners. Students entering the Colleges of Arts and Science, Agriculture and Bioresources, Kinesiology, Engineering, and St. Thomas More, have the opportunity to join a Learning Community (LC) in the first term (September – December) of their first year.

A Learning Community is a small group of first-year students who sign up for a common set of courses linked by a weekly LC Hour. LC Hours are led by successful upper-year university students who are passionate about making connections between their studies and their world, and who lead by example as expert learners.

One of the biggest challenges faced by our team of LC coordinators is effectively communicating the timeline for LC sign-up to grade 12 students who are in the thick of graduation and examinations. To join an LC, we encourage students to sign up by June 22rd at noon (i.e. prior to the first day of first-year registration). This way students who sign up for an LC will be registered into the courses associated with their LC, making the registration process that much easier.

To explore options and sign-up for a 2012/2013 LC, please visit our website (students must click on the big red button to sign-up).

For LC information, news, and events, we encourage you and your students to:

- Subscribe to the LC Newsletter,

- Join us on Facebook,

- Follow us on Twitter, and

- View our videos on YouTube.

Assignment: Saving Lives Bursary Program

June 1 - September 3 window

Canadian Blood Services is sponsoring a bursary program for students in Grade 12 or University/College who can recruit 20 blood donors. To participate or for more information, call 306.651.6686.

Leadership Scholarships

The Canadian Association of Student Activity Advisors will be sponsoring 5 $1000 scholarships available for student leadership.

Criteria are for applicants are:

• Be enrolled in their senior year in a Canadian high school that is currently a member of CASAA. Membership information is available on this website.
• Have a minimum average of 70% in their graduating year.
• Plan to attend an accredited Canadian post secondary institution.
• Have made a superior contribution to Canadian students through membership in planning committees of major regional, provincial and or national student leadership initiatives recognized by CASAA.
• Have made a significant contribution to student leadership initiatives in their home community.

For further details, click here.

The Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship

Beginning in 2012, the Saskatchewan Advantage scholarship will provide every Saskatchewan grade 12 graduate (including ABE and GED) who enrolls at at Saskatchewan post-secondary institution with up to $500 per year to a lifetime maximum of $2000 over 10 years.

This scholarship will reduce tuition for students entering post-secondary programs starting after April 1, 2012.

For more information, please visit this link.

Masonic Scholarships - Saskatchewan

Deadline: August 10th

The Masonic Youth Trust Awards and Murray Montague Memorial Scholarship are offered annually to Saskatchewan High School Graduates who proceed to institutions of higher learning anywhere in Canada.

For further information, including application forms, click the links in the paragraph above.

Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarships

Deadline: May 25, 2012

The Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarship Program is available to Canadian high school students from family farms who are enrolled in their final year of high school as of May 25, 2012 and eligible to graduate from high school in 2012. Those eligible for a scholarship must be planning to enroll at a Canadian post-secondary 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.

To access an application form, click here.

Saskatchewan Pulse Growers Association Scholarship

Deadline: Friday June 1 at 5:00 p.m.

• Student or student’s parent(s) must be registered Saskatchewan pulse producers (i.e. they have sold or grown pulses in the last two years)
• Student must not be an immediate family member of current SPG staff or Directors
• Student must be accepted as a full-time student this fall in a Saskatchewan-based, post-secondary program that is associated with the pulse industry or agriculture (example: agriculture, natural sciences, engineering, nutrition)

Selection Criteria

• Student must have a minimum Grade 12 average of 70%. Scholarships will be awarded on a conditional basis pending receipt of official transcripts
• Student must have an interest in pursuing a career related to agriculture and the pulse industry
• Student must have a history of demonstrated leadership
• Student must have made contributions to school and community life

Application Requirements

• Unofficial transcript at the time of application followed by official transcripts upon receipt
• Proof of acceptance (conditional or otherwise) to a post-secondary program, followed by proof of registration
• Written essay (maximum 500 words) on: How student has contributed to their school and/or community life; How student has demonstrated leadership;Student’s career plans and how these tie in with the pulse industry

Click here for further information about this scholarship.

Entrepreneur Summer Camp

Application Deadline: May 18

Alberta Youth Entrepreneurship Camp is a week long event for young people ages 13-15 held in the Cypress Hills of Alberta. It will be held on August 19-25, 2012. Click here for further details.

University of Regina Gap Year Program

The UR Gap Year is a new program for current high school students planning on taking a year off in between high school and coming to the University of Regina.  By indicating that you’d like to be a part of the UR Gap Year Program, we will defer your admission as well as any automatic entrance scholarships funded by the University of Regina you have qualified for. During the year, you’ll also be able
to take advantage of many services to help you stay connected with the University and prepare you for your first year of study or future career options, including the opportunity to earn credit towards the UR Guarantee Program!  Some of the other additional services include access to:

•  Career Centre
• Aboriginal Student Centre
• Student Success Centre / UR Guarantee
• Centre for Student Accessibility
• Dr. John Archer Library
• Academic Advising

You are eligible to take part in the UR Gap Year Program if you meet the following criteria:

• Must be applying to the University directly from a Canadian high school
• Applying to a direct-entry undergraduate program (excluding Nursing and Education)
• Will not be attending another postsecondary institution during the Gap year. Students who plan to pursue studies at
  non-accredited institutions may be considered

How to be considered:

• Submit your application for admission to the University of Regina
• In your admissions package you will find the UR Gap Year Program form
• Mail the completed form to the Admissions Office by August 31st, 2012

Monsanto Opportunity Fund Scholarships

Deadline: May 25, 2012
Amount: $1500

Monsanto Fund Opportunity Scholarships are available to students who meet the following criteria:

--  Students must come from a family farm with confirmed plans to enroll in

    their first year of post-secondary education in agriculture or an

    agriculture-related program;

--  Students must have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership

    capabilities, and a keen interest and involvement in their rural

    community;

--  Students must submit a completed application form, which includes an

    essay that outlines what area of agriculture they would like to work in

    and why;

For further information, including scholarship forms, click here.

Devon Safety Expo

When: Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 10 am to 3 pm Rain or Shine!!!
Where: Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds – Wild Rose Pavilion
What:
 Fun and interactive indoor and outdoor safety activities
 Door Prizes and cool swag
 BBQ lunch 12 – 2pm – Open to all ages
 Win a Ride in a STARS helicopter
For more information call Dorothy Carson at 780-875-8875

Jack Moore Memorial Scholarships and Bursaries

Deadline: August 28

Saskatchewan Command of the Royal Canadian Legion, in cooperation with Dominion Command are offering ten scholarships of $300 each.
These are offered to students who have completed Grade 12 and are continuing their education (first year) at university, technical school, or business college. The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic standing.
Applicants must be sons/daughters, grandsons/granddaughters and great grandsons/granddaughters of veterans,  ex-service or still serving military or R.C.M.P.
Application forms are available here.

Saskatchewan Pulse Producers Scholarship

Deadline: Friday, May 11 at 5:00 p.m.

This scholarship is open to sons/daughters of registered Saskatchewan pulse producers who are entering a post-secondary program associated with pulse production or agriculture(agriculture, natural sciences, engineering, nutrition) in the fall.

A total of 5 scholarships are available for $5000 each.

Click this link to access and application form.

The Saskatchewan Dream Video Contest

Deadline: Friday, March 30

Enter your proposed written concepts for a short video based on "The Saskatchewan Dream" and the 100th anniversary of the Legislative Building to videocontest @gov.sk.ca. Participate on your own or as part of a group of up to 3 members.

The winners will be an all-expense paid trip to Regina where they'll work with professional film experts to produce their films.

For more information, click here.

Les Donnelly Scholarship

Deadline: May 31

The Les Donnelly Scholarship is awarded annually up to a maximum of $2000. It is funded by the Saskatchewan Safety Council's Trust Fund, which was established to help fund safety education and public awareness programs and events.

The recipient of the scholarship must be a Saskatchewan resident who is enrolled in a college or university level program. Applicants must submit their responses to the eligibility questions along with their application to be considered.

For further information, including application forms, click here.

Hazel Asmussen Fund

Deadline: April 30, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

This fund was established to provide annual grants to post-secondary students in the fine arts. Eligible applicants must be registered in post-secondary programs for the Fine Arts and must be from the Battlefords and district.

Applicants are asked to complete the form found here and then return it with all required materials to the Battlefords and District Community Foundation, Inc., Box 1302, North Battleford, S9A 3L8 or by email to sterlingcommunications@littleloon.ca

High School Physics Competitions

1. University of Saskatchewan High School Physics Competition
Requests due April 27
Wednesday, May 9 - Exam Day

This 1.5 hour multiple choice exam is based on the Saskatchewan High School Physics Curriculum.

Prizes are $250 for first; $150 for second and $100 for third and are awarded when the winning student enrolls in a first-year Physics, Engineering Physics or Astronomy class at the University of Saskatchewan.

2. Canadian Association of Physicists High School Prize Examination

Requests due March 23
Thursday, April 5 - Exam Day
This 3 hour examination has a combination of multiple choice and long answer problems. First pize is $500; second is $300 and third is $200. Additional prizes for top students in the province. Top national students will be invited to participate in the National Physics Olympiad finals to select the Canadian team for the International Physics Olympiad in Estonia bettween July 15 and 24, 2012.

Click here for further information about these events.

2012 International Year of Co-operatives Scholarship

Deadline: April 15, 2012

In celebration of the UN's International Year of Co-operatives, the Saskatchewan Co-operative Association has established specific scholarships for alumni of the Saskatchewan Co-operative Youth Program.

For further information, click here.

Rural Student Discovery Day: University of Alberta

Friday, March 16, 2012


The purpose of this event is to introduce rural students and their family members to the University of Alberta in person. This day-long event is a chance for you to check out the University of Alberta and learn about all of the opportunities they offer.

Rural Discovery Day is a free event for rural high school students and family members.

For more information, click here.

University of Alberta AP/IB Student Conference

March 10, 2012
The AP/IB Conference, "Exploring Global Change" is a free, full day event happening at the Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science (CCIS) on U of A's North Campus.

This conference provides Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate students with an opportunity to explore an important set of global issues, network with other students and university faculty, and be exposed to what the University of Alberta has to offer.

For more information, including registration, click here.

Our Lady of the Prairies Scholarship

Deadline - April 27 - 


This scholarship is donated by the Our Lady of the Prairies Foundation and is open to students in the Living Sky School Division. 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.

To download an application form, click here.

Lakeland College Information Sessions

Lakeland College is hosting information session in North Battleford on Wednesday, March 28, from 6pm – 8:30pm at the Don Ross Community Centre, so any students interested in Lakeland who would like more information are invited to attend.

Further sessions regarding specific programs will be held at Lakeland College (Lloydminster and Vermilion) during early March.  Click here to view a list of programs and session dates.

Lethbridge College Entrance Awards

Deadlines: March 12/May 1
In celebration of achieving 50 years of excellence in 2008, Lethbridge College awards 50 - $1000 scholarships to students entering post-secondary college programs every fall! The Lethbridge College 50th Anniversary Early Entrance Scholarship deadline is March 20, 2012. The deadline for all other entrance awards is May 1, 2012. http://www.lethbridgecollege.ca/awards

Valerie Whalley Education Foundation Fund

Deadline: May 1


The purpose of this Scholarship Fund is to provide financial assistance to individuals pursuing a post-secondary education, who have been adversely affected by the death of a family member, through the actions of an impaired driver. The Guidelines and Criteria section specifies impairment as either alcohol or drug related, and defines who qualifies as a family member.
Each scholarship shall be for a minimum of $2,5oo.oo to a maximum of $15,000.00 yearly. Applicants must apply annually and may be eligible to receive a scholarship for a maximum of three individual years. Applicants must qualify to be eligible to receive funds from this scholarship, see the Guidelines and Criteria for requirements.
Attention will be given to applicants who are not receiving financial support from other sources.
Applicants who are actively volunteering in charitable activities or associations will be given special consideration.

For further information, including application forms,click here.

Saskatcheawn Skills Canada Competitions

Deadline: March 2

Click here for more information and/or to register for Skills Canada Competitions in Saskatchewan. A wide variety of skills are represented from Computer Animation to Aesthetics, to Autbody Repair, to Carpentry to many more!

UR Gap Year Program

The UR Gap Year is a new program for current high school students planning on taking a year off between high school and coming to the University of Regina.  By indicating that they would like to be a part of the UR Gap Year Program, the students' admission as well as any automatic entrance scholarships funded by the University of Regina that they were offered will be deferred for a year.  

During this year, students will be able to take advantage of many services to help them stay connected with the university and prepare them for their first year of study or future career options, including the opportunity to ear credit towards the UR Guarantee Program.

Students must apply to the University of Regina and will be given the option to join the Gap Year Program once they are granted admission. 

Click here for further information.

Important Deadlines: U of R

February 15: Nursing application deadline

March 1: Nursing transcript deadline

March 15, 2012 deadline to apply for University of Regina Entrance Awards.All of the entrance awards have been consolidated on one application available here.

March 15: Priority application deadline for all direct entry undergraduate programs. The priority deadline is the recommended deadline to ensure best course selection and opportunities for enrolment and other university services such as scholarships, residence and parking.

This is also the deadline for high school students applying to the Faculty of Education.

May 1: Deadline to apply for residence for a guaranteed room

May 1:  Our start application date for student electrified parking for the fall/winter semesters - very important for students who are going to be living in our residences.  

August 1: Final deadline for all programs (excluding Education and Nursing). If a program still has space available, it may be extended beyond this deadline. Extensions will be posted on the futurestudent Web site.

U of R Campus Tours/Open Houses

Campus Tours:


Students who want to see the University of Regina campus before making their decision can book a tour online at http://www.uregina.ca/futurestudents/quicklinks/campus-visits/index.html

MUSIC OPEN HOUSE - Wed. February 15

Experience a day in the life of a music student. Sit in on music classes, attend a student recital, have a private lesson with a faculty member, and learn about the application/audition process for Music and Music Education programs at U of R.

 http://www.uregina.ca/futurestudents/assets/docs/pdf/musicopenhouse.pdf

Visual Arts Portfolio Review Dates Set: March 9 & March 28

Students applying for selection to the BFA Visual Arts Major may make an appointment with the Department of Visual Arts for a portfolio review and interview beginning February 1st. 2012. (306) 585-5572.

The attached document outlines the process for the review and how to make other arrangements if the dates above or travel to Regina are not possible.

Note: All students interested in Visual Arts should apply to the BA Visual Arts major. Students interested in the BFA for September entry must make an appointment as noted above and will be advised of their acceptance after the review.

Click here for more information on the portfolio!

Alberta Colege of Art and Design Application Deadline Extension

Due to the a number of requests from teachers and counselors to accept late applications, ACAD will be accepting applications for the Fall 2012 semester until Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 11:59pm. Students must submit both their application and portfolio by this date to be considered for the Fall 2012 semester.   To register, click here. For information or assistance with the ACAD admission process please feel free to contact any of ACAD's admissions team by phone at 403.284.7617 or by email at admissions@acad.ca.

Reminder:Upcoming CSI SIAST Events

SIAST Kelsey Campus, March 14, 2012, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. SIAST Palliser Campus, March 8, 2012, 1 - 3 p.m. SIAST Wascana Campus, March 29, 2012, 1 - 3 p.m. At SIAST Woodland Campus students and parents can arrange for individual CSI sessions by contacting Christine Nemish, student recruitment advisor at 1-866-467-427 For more information or to register, go to our Visit a Campus page.

Reminder: Important Application Dates for SIAST

Important application dates
SIAST seats for programs are starting to fill. Check out Choices for 2012 to view programs with seats available for fall 2012.
High-demand programs
Applications for the fall 2012 intake for high-demand programs are now being accepted. The application deadline is February 15, 2012. Official transcripts of all secondary and post-secondary grades must be submitted to SIAST by March 1, 2012.

Combined Laboratory & X-Ray Technology Dental Hygiene Medical Radiologic Technology Medical Laboratory Assistant Medical Laboratory Technology Power Engineering Technology Practical Nursing

Dalhousie Entrance Scholarships

Deadline: March 15

Various entrance award applications for students planning to attend Dalhousie University in the fall of 2012 are now available here.

Nursing Deadline Extension at U of Alberta

The Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, has extended their application deadline for Fall 2012 to May 1, 2012. Students wishing to apply to any of the Nursing programs at the University of Alberta can now do so until May 1.

Click here for more information about the Faculty of Nursing.

New Community Planning Program at U of Alberta

Starting fall 2012, the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta will offer degrees in Planning.

 

Planners work with government officials to build and implement strategies that help them achieve their goals and vision. Local issues like the downtown arena or the LRT expansion are all projects in the hands of Planners. They will offer a:

• BA (major in Planning) with a broad focus on urban and regional planning
• BSc Specialization Planning with a focus on environmental planning and the use of computer technologies in planning.

For more information click here.

CEFPI Gerry McCudden Memorial Scholarship Award

Deadline: May 31
Value: $950.00

The CEFPI Saskatchewan Chapter Gerry McCudden Scholarship is a competitive, merit-based scholarship program designed for graduating grade twelve students who desire financial support for their pursuit of post-secondary educational opportunities.

Qualifications - Students must submit an essay (see below) as well as evidence that all criteria listed below have been met:
1.The candidate shall be a graduating grade twelve student.
2..The candidate shall have an academic average of 80% or higher in their grade twelve year.
3.The candidate shall have leadership potential as measured by leadership roles in school or community activities, or by creatively and vision demonstrated through participation in school or community activities.
4.The candidate will submit an essay on the required Essay Subject: “There has been increasing evidence that the design and condition of an educational facility has a significant impact on the quality of education and a student’s ability to learn. In 500 words or less, please describe how your high school facility has contributed to the quality of your education. Also, please describe the changes to your high school facility that you would propose, which you feel once implemented, would improve the quality of education.”
5.The candidate must be accepted into a post-secondary educational program following their grade twelve graduation, (i.e.: university, technical school, community college, etc.)

Mail applications to:
CEFPI Gerry McCudden Memorial Scholarship

310-21st Street East * Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M7

Oddfellows and Rebekahs Bursary

Deadline: March 15
Amount: $1000.00

This bursary is awarded by the Oddfellow and Rebekahs of Saskatchewan to a student who is deemed most worthy and in need of financial assistance. The award must be used in the year in which is it granted.

For further information open and print the information sheet and application form attached as photographs below.

Projects Abroad

The goal of this program is to provide students with the opportunity to live and work in developing countries in a way that is both convenient and safe for the students and positive for the countries, themselves.

Projects Abroad sends volunteers ages 16 and up to 27 countries to do over 150 different unpaid internships and service projects.  Volunteers can go for as little as 2 weeks per year and up to a year.

For additional information, click here.

Saskatchewan Cooperative Youth Program

Saskatchewan Co-operative Youth Program, also known as Co-op Camp, has been leading Co-operative Youth Education in the province for over 80 years. Co-op Camp is a series of 8 camps throughout July and August where youth ages 12 to 18 from all across Saskatchewan come together to meet new people, develop leadership skills, learn more about co-operatives and have a great time. All activities are participatory and interactive in nature and challenge participants to work together to solve challenges. There is also swimming, canoeing, volleyball, campfires, and other recreational activities. Camps are held at Candle Lake and Last Mountain Lake.
The Saskatchewan Co-operative Youth Program contributes to the personal development of youth and encourages their active involvement in community and co-operative organizations. The uniqueness of the Program stems from its ability to provide a co-operative, participatory learning experience for young people, co-op staff and volunteers, within a positive, enjoyable environment.

For further information, click here.

Bullying Canada Scholarship

BullyingCanada, Canada's National Anti-Bullying Charity is now accepting applications for the organizations Scholarship Program. The scholarship is open to students in their final year of high school who have worked to end bullying in their schools and communities to aid them with their post-secondary education. The first round has 3 $100.00 scholarships, with more to follow in the months to come.

The deadline for applications is March 1st. For more information, please speak to your school, or contact BullyingCanada. Applications can be downloaded online here.

University of Regina Spring Open House

May 11, 2010

The University of Regina is holding an open house for prospective students.  Click here for further information.

University of Manitoba: Student Residences

The application for residence at the University of Manitoba is now accessible online. Click here to go directly to this application.

Certified Management Accountants Scholarship

CMA Canada (Saskatchewan) is once again offering its annual scholarship for high school students in Saskatchewan. This $1000 award is available to one graduating high school student who is entering the accounting program at the University of Regina, University of Saskatchewan or SIAST.  The award will be given to the applicant with the highest GPA in Grade 12 and will be presented at the annual CMA convocation ceremony in November.
Ask your guidance counsellor for application details.

Youth Summer Programs in Law and Medicine

The University of Toronto is once again offering Youth Summer Programs in Law and Medicine for the summer of 2012. Students are free to choose the number of weeks they would like to join, from one to four (Law) or five (Medicine).

In addition, this year, there is an opportunity to spend two weeks working in a research laboratory under the supervision of a Faculty of Medicine researcher, from July 15 to 28.

For further information about this program, click here.

Lethbridge College: Student for a Day

These are some confirmed dates for our Student for a Day program at Lethbridge College.Call 403 – 320-3322 to set up a day and have the attached form filled out and faxed in to the office for confirmation. We need at least one week’s notice to make arrangements.

Broadcast Journalism - Only Thursdays and Fridays

Justice Studies - March 21 (full day of mock court trials and crime scene scenarious) – Call for other dates

Child & Youth Care - Mondays in February only

Engineering Programs - March 14 – Call for other dates

Nursing Degree - Mon/Tues/Wed – 8:00 – 2 pm

Practical Nursing - March 2nd 10 – 12 or 12:30 – 2:30pm – Call for other dates

Special Needs Teacher - March 15th

Culinary - Mon – Fri Always 8 am start time

Massage Therapy - Mondays 9:00 – 2 pm

Multimedia - Mondays 10 am – 2 pm

Mechanics - Not the week March 2nd

All other programs - Call to set up a date

SIAST Program Changes

New Programs:
Mining Engineering Technology is a new program to SIAST. Applications are now being accepted for this two-year diploma program that begins in August 2012.

Fabricator-Welder certificate - The 34-week certificate program will start July 1, 2012 and will include one fall intake of 12 students. The program will be based on Steel Fabricator Level 1 and Welder Level 1 apprentice curriculum and will contain enhancements to Level 1 content so that graduates can return for Level 2 training.

Indigenous Peacekeeping  - This 25-week program will prepare graduates to help meet the community demand for trained individuals within First Nations communities who will ensure personal protection and public safety. The program will start July 1, 2012.

Canadian Forces accreditation
SIAST's Medical Laboratory Technology, Primary Care Paramedic and Dental Assisting programs have been recognized by the Canadian Forces (CF) and now qualify for a CF Paid Education program. Students who graduate from the Medical Laboratory Technology program receive advanced standing as Medical Laboratory Technologists, Primary Care Paramedic grads receive advanced standing as Medical Technicians, and Dental Assisting grads receive advanced standing as Dental Technicians. To learn more about enlisting with the Canadian Forces visit their website here.

My Robot Rumble, 2012

Go bot-to-bot against other Saskatchewan high-school teams. Not only can you win great prizes…your school gets to keep your bots too!


SIAST will give your school a SUMO robot kit that has everything you need to be ready for the rumble (check competition rules for details). Your team builds it, programs it and then tests it on the included competition mat. Returning teams can work on making their school's robot even better!

They are set to go on March 22, 2012. Registration is now open! You can register online or download a PDF version of the registration form and fax or mail it in. In addition to online registration, the myRobotRumble website has a new discussion board feature. Participants will be able to ask questions, receive updates and post comments.

Visit the Robot Rumble site here.

C.S.I. SIAST Campus Tours.

Upcoming dates for CSI SIAST events are:

SIAST Kelsey Campus, March 14, 2012, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.


SIAST Palliser Campus, March 8, 2012, 1 - 3 p.m.

SIAST Wascana Campus, March 29, 2012, 1 - 3 p.m.

At SIAST Woodland Campus students and parents can arrange for individual CSI sessions by calling 1-866-467-4278

Click here for more information, including online registration.

SIAST: Machining Madness

Saturday, February 11, 2012 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m., lunch provided)


Machinists are everywhere and are in high-demand. Machine shop grads find employment in variety of different work places, from mines and steel mills to automotive engine shops and food processing plants. Come. See. Investigate what goes on in a machine shop!
SIAST Wascana Campus
4500 Wascana Parkway
Regina, SK
Room A164

For more information go to www.goSIAST.com and click on "visit a campus" to start a profile and register for this event.

U of A AP/IB Conference

AP/IB Conference - March 10


Date: Saturday, March 10, 2012

Time: 9:00 am – 5:15 pm

The AP/IB Conference, "Exploring Global Change" is a free, full day event happening at the Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science (CCIS) on U of A's North Campus on Saturday, March 10, 2012.


This conference provides Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate students with an opportunity to explore an important set of global issues, network with other students and university faculty, and be exposed to what the University of Alberta has to offer!

Location: University of Alberta's North Campus, Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science (CCIS)

Registration: Students can register to attend online here.
There is no fee to attend and lunch and snacks are provided.
Any student currently taking Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate classes is welcome.

U of A Rural Student Discovery Day

Date: Friday, March 16, 2012

Rural Discovery Day is a day-long event designed to introduce students from rural communities to what the University of Alberta has to offer. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with current rural U of A students, meet Faculty representatives and tour the campus.
Time: 10:00AM-4:00PM (Registration opens at 9:30AM)

Location: Lister Conference Centre, Maple Leaf Room

Registration: Students can register online here.
There is no fee to attend and lunch is provided. Chaperons are welcome.

U of Alberta Aborginal Student Discover Day

Date: Friday, March 9, 2012

This full day event will provide students with a chance to see what the U of A has to to offer for Aboriginal Students and offer them an opportunity to engage with staff and students.
Time: 9:30AM-3:45PM

Location: Lister Conference Centre, Maple Leaf Room

Registration: Students can register online here.

There is no fee to attend and lunch is provided. Please note we will only accept a maximum of 100 students. Chaperons are welcome.

Allan Blakeney SaskTel Bursary

Deadline: March 10, 2012

This bursary is available to support an outstanding Saskatchewan student pursuing post-secondary studies. The total value of the bursary is $40 000 over a period of 4 years.

Eligibility is based on

• financial need
• high academic standing
• Saskatchewan residency
• full time studies at university in Saskatchewan

Further information and on-line application is available here.

University of Regina Entrance Scholarships

Most of these scholarships have an application deadline of March 15

The applications for this year's University of Regina Entrance Awards are now available online. Click here to access award information.

Sask Youth Apprenticeship Industry Scholarship

The Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarship encourages Saskatchewan youth to complete the SYA Program and enter into a career in a skilled trade within two years of high school graduation. For 2011-2012, the number of $1000 scholarships to be awarded through participating Saskatchewan high schools will increase from 40 to 80; that means more youth than ever will benefit. A minimum of 20 scholarships will be awarded to SYA graduates through internal SATCC processes. The increase in SYA Industry Scholarships is made possible due to significant financial contributions by the Government of Saskatchewan through the Saskatchewan Innovations and Opportunity Scholarship Program.

Please note: To be selected to nominate an SYA Industry Scholarship winner, SYA participating high schools must submit participating high school student SYA contracts or progress information to SATCC no later than January 13, 2012.

The Garfield Weston Entrance Awards

Deadline: March 28

The Garfield Weston Foundation will distribute up to 25 entrance scholarships to students entering their first year of college studies in Canada for the 2012-2013 academic year. Each award comprises a tuition waiver renewable for up to 3 additional years, an $8000 stipend, renewable for up to 3 additional years and access to summer program funding of up to $3500 as well as mentorship.

Entrance W. Garfield Weston Awards recognize and support the outstanding college-bound student who is: 

• passionate about his or her field of study; 
• curious, courageous, and willing to try new things; and 
• community-minded and truly committed to being involved and making a difference in society.

 In order to be eligible for an Entrance W. Garfield Weston Award, a student must:

• be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident;
• be entering his or her first year of full time college studies in the fall of 2012 in a program recognized as eligible by the college and the W. Garfield Weston Awards;
• have a minimum average of 75% in courses required for his or her college program of choice.

For more information, application forms, and list of eligible colleges, click here.

Canada World Youth Programs

Canada World Youth manages several youth exchange programs for young people. They are currently recruiting for 2012-2013 programs for their various programs including Youth Leaders in Action, Global Learners, International Aboriginal Youth Internships and the Aboriginal Youth Excellence Program. These opportunities are aimed at 17-29 year olds and include experiences both within and outside of Canada.

For further information, click here.

French Language Bursaries

The Explore program gives students and opportunity to visit another region of Canada while learning French for give weeks in the summer. Participants must have completed grade 11 to be eligible.

Most expenses are paid by the program.

Click here for further information.

Lester B. Pearson College Scholarship

February 15 Deadline

One Saskatchewan student is chosen each year to attend the two-year, International Baccalaureate program at Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific, an United World College. This provides recipients with the opportunity to excel academically, to become involved in service activities and to gain an increased understanding and tolerance for world cultures.
 
The scholarship is limited to Grade 11 students attending a Saskatchewan school that is provincially funded. The selection process involves a half-day session where students give a presentation and participate in discussion on  pre-assigned topics. A personal interview follows in the afternoon.

Contact your guidance counsellor for further information.

Saskatchewan - Skills Canada Competitions

Skills Canada Saskatchewan will be hosting the 14th Annual Provincial Skills Competition March 15th – 16th, 2012 in Regina. Check out the website for competition areas  and register in January, 2012. For more information, call the Skills office at 306-775-1890. With over 30 skill areas there are many competitions that do not require access to a specialized shop area. Preparation for competitions like Work Place Safety, Job Skill Demonstration, Prepared Speech, and Job Interview can be supported in any school setting

CWSE-Prairies Logo Contest.

All high school (grades 7 to 12, inclusively), college and university students in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta are encouraged to enter the CWSE-Prairies logo contest. The logo’s symbology should integrate the five concepts that are the core of the Chair program. The deadline for entries is January 15, 2012.

The winning logo will be used on the program website and on selected promotional materials that will be distributed by the NSERC-CWSE-Prairies program to students, teachers and other stakeholders inCanada, but particularly in the Prairies.

For further information, visit here.

Pre-employment Hair Stylist is the newest addition to Lakeland College's pre-employment programs

Pre-Employment Hair Stylist 26 -Week Pre-employment Training Certificate

In 22 weeks program you'll learn and practice the hair stylist trade during evening and weekend classes. This will be followed by a 4-week practicum. In just 6 months, you'll be ready to work in this exciting trade. 

 •In partnership with the Lloydminster Public School Division, Lakeland College students will participate in lecture, hands-on training and labs in the innovative hairstyling classroom at the Lloydminster Comprehensive High School.

•Instructors teach from an industry standard as well as Pivot Point curriculum and texts.

•Students will learn about the fundamentals of the hairstyling profession.

•Program content will concentrate on haircutting and styling, with an introduction to texturizing and colouring.

•Students will be given the opportunity to live the learning during hands-on practice, labs and a 140 -hour practicum.

•Prior to practicum, students are equipped to challenge their first year apprenticeship training exam.

•Following the practicum component of the program, successful students will have the skills to join the workforce while completing the remaining portion of the 1,400 hours of work experience required for the Alberta Apprenticeship Board.

•High school students enrolled in the cosmetology program can build on their skills by taking part in this evening and weekend program - meaning they will gain exceptional training and experience and be ready to work soon after graduation.

Schedule:

The first program session starts January 30, 2012 and ends July 28, 2012.  Classes will be held during evenings and weekends.

Requirements:  Applicants must have English Language 10-2 and Applied Math 10 or  equivalent or pass an entrance exam and/or interview.

For more information and course descriptions, contact Alanna:

·         Toll-free 1 800 661 6490 ext. 5429 

·         Or email her at alanna.negri@lakelandcollege.ca

Applying to Education, University of Regina

Deadline: March 15

For information about the education programs offered at the University of Regina and the procedures to apply to this faculty, click here.

University of Saskatchewan: Important Deadlines

February 15

This is the deadline to apply for the faculties of Kinesiology and Education (Direct Entry only, which is ONLY for these faculties:

Aboriginal Teacher Education Programs

Combined Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Music in Music Education

Practical & Applied Arts

University of Saskatchewan Competitive Entrance Awards

Application Deadline: February 15

Competitive Entrance Awards are based on academic achievement, financial need, and/or contributions to school and community life. These awards also recognize particular backgrounds, acknowledge contributions to certain clubs, and reward achievement in music or athletics. Competitive Entrance Awards are available to:

• students proceeding directly from high school to university; and
• students who have been out of high school for one or more years and have less than 18 credit units transferable to a program of study at the University of Saskatchewan.

Starting in 2012-13, each student can receive payment of one Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship and one Competitive Entrance Award. If eligible to receive multiple awards, students will be contacted to confirm which award they will be accepting. Students can receive additional awards administered at the college/department level or from an external source. Self-declared St. Thomas More (STM) students may be eligible for additional awards and will be contacted when the STM awards application becomes available (usually in August). To apply for these awards, click here.

In order to qualify for these awards, students must also complete and application to the University of Saskatchewan by the February 15 Early Application Deadline. To apply, click here.

SIAST: Important Deadlines

A small number of SIAST programs are designated as high demand.  These high-demand programs have admission requirements plus additional selection criteria.  The application window is from 8:00 a.m., October 1 to 4:30 p.m., February 15 (local times) each academic year.  All supporting documentation is required by February 28(29). 

Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology

Dental Hygiene

Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical Radiologic Technology

Power Engineering Technology

Practical Nursing 

UR Guaranteed Program

Here is information about the UR Guaranteed Program as described by the U of R:

The UR Guarantee Program will support students through every step of their university experience to successful employment. We will be there to make sure their transition is smooth and stress-free.

We provide your students with access to academic supports, service and leadership opportunities, career development, and ways to get involved on campus and in the community.

 Reasons students should join:

To ensure they are making the most of their University experience

To gain valuable work experience, build their career portfolios and stand out from the competition

To strengthen their leadership skills and build school spirit

To improve their study skills and academic performance

To meet new people and have fun!

And for new students (and those with less than 30 credit hours): if they do not secure career-related employment within six months of graduation, they will be eligible to come back for another year of undergraduate classes free of charge (tuition and course fees).

Campion College Information Night

On Wednesday, February 2, Campion College will be hosting an information night for prospective students. This session is for prospective students and for newly admitted Campion students. Some of the topics covered will be: the application process, qualifying programs, and the registration process. They will also have an application session and scholarship application session for interested students.

Where: Campion College Student Commons, Main floor
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Fine Arts Events at the U of R

MUSIC OPEN HOUSE - Wed. February 15

Experience a day in the life of a music student. Sit in on music classes, attend a student recital, have a private lesson with a faculty member, and learn about the application/audition process for Music and Music Education programs at U of R. Click here for more information.

Visual Arts Portfolio Review Dates Set: March 9 & March 28

Students applying for selection to the BFA Visual Arts Major may make an appointment with the Department of Visual Arts for a portfolio review and interview beginning February 1st. 2012. 

Click here for an outline of the process for the review and information about how to make other arrangements if the dates above or travel to Regina are not possible.

Note: All students interested in Visual Arts should apply to the BA Visual Arts major. Students interested in the BFA for September entry must make an appointment as noted above and will be advised of their acceptance after the review.

U of R Entrance Scholarships

The 2012 Entrance Application for Undergraduate Awards will be posted online around January 6, 2012. You will find it here.

Enrolment Services will be hosting Scholarship Workshops around the province in the Winter Semester so check the website to see where the nearest one is!

Important Deadlines: University of Regina

February 15: Nursing application deadline

March 1: Nursing transcript deadline

March 15: Priority application deadline for all direct entry undergraduate programs. The priority deadline is the recommended deadline to ensure best course selection and opportunities for enrolment and other university services such as scholarships, residence and parking.

May 1: Deadline to apply for residence for a guaranteed room

August 1: Final deadline for all programs (excluding Education and Nursing). If a program still has space available, it may be extended beyond this deadline. Extensions will be posted on the futurestudent Web site.

Schulich Leader Scholarships

Deadline: Friday, January 13, 2012

These new scholarships are for students enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics areas of study at participating Canadian universities in the fall of 2012.

This program asks every high school to select one student to represent their school as a Schulich Leader Nominee. From this pool, 20 universities across Canada will select one outstanding student to be their Schulich Leader, each of whom will receive a four-year scholarship valued at $60 000 to support their studies. For further information, click here.

New! Direct Entry to Education at U of Alberta

The University of Alberta will begin accepting high school entrants directly into their faculty of education for the fall of 2012.

Please visit this chart to view entrance requirements.

Interested candidates are asked to apply early.  You can email  educ.info@ualberta.ca for further information.

University of Alberta Entrance Awards

Deadline: February 15

A reminder that the applications for the Scholastic Distinction and Entrance Leadership awards at the University of Alberta open this month! Students can apply for these awards through beartracks.. More information can be found on their Entrance Awards website.

Certified Firefighter Training in Saskatchewan

Parkland College offers certified firefighter training in Melville, Saskatchewan. The program uses National Fire Protection Association 1001 Standards and is both IFSAC and ProBoard certified.

To find out more about this program, click here.

Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Saskatchewan Bursary

Deadline: March 15
Amount: $1000.00
This bursary is awarded yearly to a worthy student who has obtained an overall average of 75% in all subjects for both grades 11 and 12 (based on subjects completed to date). Applicants must complete a form, to be obtained through their school guidance counsellor, as well as submit letters of reference, a letter of intent and a transcript of marks. Contact your guidance counsellor for further information.

United Nations Pilgrimage for Youth

Application Deadline: January 15, 2012
Grade 11 students, ages 16 or 17, with a minimum of one year of high school remaining are eligible to apply for a 10-day, all expense paid tour of New York City/The United Nations.
All applicants must be willing to speak in a public speaking competition in Regina in late February 2012 and submit an original essay of 450-500 words describing the United Nations involvement in a current affair.
 For more information, please click here and/or talk to your guidance counsellor.

RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program

Deadline: February 28, 2012

This scholarship is intended to support those Aboriginal Students who have at least 2 years remaining in their current academic program. Scholarship recipients are selected primarily on the basis of personal and academic achievements and personal financial need.

For more information, click here.

Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarshi

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2012
Amount: $1000
Are you:

• A Grade 12 student or recent graduate (the past two years) in Saskatchewan?
• Planning to take agriculture-related post-secondary education beginning in the fall of 2012?

Do you:

• Look forward to a career in agriculture?

If you said YES to all of the above, apply for the Saskatchewan Agriculture Student Scholarship.
All entrants must complete an application form available here. Grade 12 students or recent graduates in Saskatchewan who are entering full-time agriculture related post-secondary studies in 2012 are eligible.
Essays need to address one of two topics:
i) The future information and technological needs of agricultural producers; or
ii) One or more common myths about agriculture. Essays must dispel the myth(s) through research, facts and statistics.

Communicating for Agriculture Education Programs

For more than a quarter century, Communicating for Agriculture Education Programs, a paid agriculture internship program, has carried out the vision of giving young adults an opportunity to experience the world through agricultural exchange, and provide an opportunity for rural families to be touched by other cultures, cultivating lifelong friendships.

• Over 30 program options
• Over 20,000 international interns placed
• 16 International Offices connecting globally 
• 48 International Partners in 50 countries
• Use of state-of-the-art technology 
• Highest rate of visa approval

For further information about this exchange program click here.