In September 2008, the first students will begin their Bachelor of Science in Renewable Reource Management program at the University of Saskatchewan. These students will be educated to deal with issues such as bioremediation of contaminated land, evaluation of ecological goods and services, forestry and agroforestry systems, indigenous peoples' resource management and greenhouse gas mitigation. This new program is offered through the College of Agriculture and Bioresources.
For more information see here
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Track and Field Camp
The Royal Canadian Legion will once again be sponsoring a Track and Field Camp at the University of Saskatchewan on July 8-12, 2008. Boys and girls born from 1991-1995 inclusive who are still attending school are eligible to attend. Ask your guidance counsellor for further information.
Legion Scholarships and Bursaries
The Saskatchewan Command, in cooperation with the Dominion Command of The Royal Canadian Legion are offeirng 10 scholarships of $300.00 each (based on adacemic standing) and 10 bursaries of $300.00 each (based on academic standing and financial need).
These are offered to students who have completed their grade 12 and are continuing their education at university, technical school, or business college.
These scholarships are available to the sons/daughters, grandsons/granddaughters and great grandsons/great granddaughters of beterans, ex-service, or still serving military or R.C.M.P. personnel.
See your guidance counsellor for application forms.
These are offered to students who have completed their grade 12 and are continuing their education at university, technical school, or business college.
These scholarships are available to the sons/daughters, grandsons/granddaughters and great grandsons/great granddaughters of beterans, ex-service, or still serving military or R.C.M.P. personnel.
See your guidance counsellor for application forms.
Monday, March 17, 2008
Delta Co-operative Association Scholarship
June 1st Deadline: Delta Co-op offers a $500 scholarship to an individual who meets the following criteria:
-graduating in the current year from a high school in a community that does NOT have a Delta Retail outlet
-express a sincere desire to further their eduction at any accredited technical, trade school, college or university
-enter a program that is a minimum of two semesters in length
-be the son or daughter of an active Delta Co-op member
Forms may be obtained from your guidance counsellor or by calling Delta's Main office at 1.306.228.2662.
-graduating in the current year from a high school in a community that does NOT have a Delta Retail outlet
-express a sincere desire to further their eduction at any accredited technical, trade school, college or university
-enter a program that is a minimum of two semesters in length
-be the son or daughter of an active Delta Co-op member
Forms may be obtained from your guidance counsellor or by calling Delta's Main office at 1.306.228.2662.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Health Information Management System at SIAST
This program, formerly known as the Health Record Technology/Administration Program, is offered at Wascana Campus. This is a two-year diploma program, with options to transfer into degree program in Health Information Management at several universities across Canada, including Ryerson University, which gives students full credit for their two years at SIAST.
For further information, check out this link.
For further information, check out this link.
Monday, March 03, 2008
SGI Corporate Scholarship Program
September 30 - The SGI Corporate Scholarship is open to all Saskatchewan residents attending accredited post-secondary institutions in Saskatchewan. Eight $2,500 scholarships are awarded each year - four to university students and four to students attending a technical institute. Scholarships are awarded for one year on a one-time basis - recipients may receive only one SGI scholarship during their studies.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for an SGI Corporate Scholarship, a student must:
be a Saskatchewan resident
be enrolled 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 very broadly to include all aspects and departments included in the corporation
show their contribution to community, extracurricular activities or commitments made in balancing work, education and home responsibilities
be receiving no other scholarship funding for the current school year
Forward a completed SGI Corporate Scholarship application form directly to SGI at:
SGI Human Resources
Scholarships - 2nd floor
2260 - 11th Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0J9
Eligibility:
To be eligible for an SGI Corporate Scholarship, a student must:
be a Saskatchewan resident
be enrolled 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 very broadly to include all aspects and departments included in the corporation
show their contribution to community, extracurricular activities or commitments made in balancing work, education and home responsibilities
be receiving no other scholarship funding for the current school year
Forward a completed SGI Corporate Scholarship application form directly to SGI at:
SGI Human Resources
Scholarships - 2nd floor
2260 - 11th Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0J9
Friday, February 29, 2008
Upcoming Events - Various
-March 11 - North West Regional College (North Battleford) will be hosting a workshop open to all students and parents regarding scholarships, student loans and study grants. This workshop will take place from 7:00-8:00 p.m. There is no preregistration required.
-The Manitoba Science Academy provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008. See http://www.msawhiteshell.com/intro.htm for further details.
-Skills Work - this conference is for young women in grades 11 and 12 who are interested in skilled trades and technical professions. It involves networking events, hands-on activities and even a competitive component. This will take place on March 14 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Those interested should contact your guidance counsellor.
-Ag-Citing Careers Info Day - Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus is holding this event on March 14 in order to familiarize participants with careers in the agriculture industry. Call 1.800.661.6490 for futher information.
-UR Connected - Students in grades 10 and 11 are invited to attend this campus visit day on March 12. See www.uregina.ca/newstudent for further information.
-March 28 - University of Alberta Rural Discovery Day. Register at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp by March 21
-March 29 - Open House - CSI SIAST will be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon for several programs. Ask your guidance counsellor for a detailed list and register today!
-The Manitoba Science Academy provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008. See http://www.msawhiteshell.com/intro.htm for further details.
-Skills Work - this conference is for young women in grades 11 and 12 who are interested in skilled trades and technical professions. It involves networking events, hands-on activities and even a competitive component. This will take place on March 14 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Those interested should contact your guidance counsellor.
-Ag-Citing Careers Info Day - Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus is holding this event on March 14 in order to familiarize participants with careers in the agriculture industry. Call 1.800.661.6490 for futher information.
-UR Connected - Students in grades 10 and 11 are invited to attend this campus visit day on March 12. See www.uregina.ca/newstudent for further information.
-March 28 - University of Alberta Rural Discovery Day. Register at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp by March 21
-March 29 - Open House - CSI SIAST will be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon for several programs. Ask your guidance counsellor for a detailed list and register today!
Upcoming Events - Various
March 11 - North West Regional College (North Battleford) will be hosting a workshop open to all students and parents regarding scholarships, student loans and study grants. This workshop will take place from 7:00-8:00 p.m. There is no preregistration required.
The Manitoba Science provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008.
Skills Work - this conference is for young women in grades 11 and 12 who are interested in skilled trades and technical professions. It involves networking events, hands-on activities and even a competitive component. This will take place on March 14 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Those interested should contact your guidance counsellor.
Ag-Citing Careers Info Day - Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus is holding this event on March 14 in order to familiarize participants with careers in the agriculture industry. Call 1.800.661.6490 for futher information.
UR Connected - Students in grades 10 and 11 are invited to attend this campus visit day on March 12. See www.uregina.ca/newstudent for further information.
March 28 - University of Alberta Rural Discovery Day. Register at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp by March 21
March 29 - Open House - CSI SIAST will be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon for several programs. Ask your guidance counsellor for a detailed list and register today!
The Manitoba Science provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008.
Skills Work - this conference is for young women in grades 11 and 12 who are interested in skilled trades and technical professions. It involves networking events, hands-on activities and even a competitive component. This will take place on March 14 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon. Those interested should contact your guidance counsellor.
Ag-Citing Careers Info Day - Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus is holding this event on March 14 in order to familiarize participants with careers in the agriculture industry. Call 1.800.661.6490 for futher information.
UR Connected - Students in grades 10 and 11 are invited to attend this campus visit day on March 12. See www.uregina.ca/newstudent for further information.
March 28 - University of Alberta Rural Discovery Day. Register at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/rsvp by March 21
March 29 - Open House - CSI SIAST will be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon for several programs. Ask your guidance counsellor for a detailed list and register today!
University of Lethbridge Grade 11 Merit Awards
June 30 - Deadline for University of Lethbridge Grade 11 Merit Awards. Students with an 80% average and above are encouraged to apply. Go to uleth.ca/ross/student_finance/scholarships/awards.html for an application form.
Monsanto Scholarship
May 16 - Monsanto Canada Opportunity Scholarships - For young people from farming backgrounds who wish to pusue a career in the agricultural sciences or forestry. Successful applicants will each be awarded a scholarship valued at $1500 based on academic standards and leadership in the community. See www.monsanto.ca for further details.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Manitoba Science Academy
The Manitoba Science Academy provides a six week program for high school students from July 2 - August 10. This program introduces students to hands-on research and encourages them to pursue careers in science and engineering.
The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008.
For further information, contact www.msawhiteshell.com
The campus is in Pinawa, Manitoba. Bursaries and scholarships are available until May 15, 2008.
For further information, contact www.msawhiteshell.com
A.E. Blakeney SaskTel Bursary
In honour of Allan Blakeney's tenure on the SaskTel Board, and in recognition of his retirement, the A.E. Blakeney Bursary has been established in his name.
The A.E. Blakeney Bursary is awarded biannually and since the first award was given in 2004, future awards will be given in 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2012. The application deadline is March 28, 2008.
The recipient of the A.E. Blakeney SaskTel Bursary will be awarded $10,000 annually for a period of four years. The total value of this four year bursary is $40,000.
Eligibility:
be in need of financial assistance in order to complete their studies. Needs assessment will be based on a Canada Student Loans formula of assessed costs and assessed resources.
be graduating or a graduate from a Saskatchewan high school with an academic standing of 80% or greater.
be a Saskatchewan resident, for a minimum of 12 months, at time of application. Must be a Canadian citizen or Landed Immigrant (people who have been granted the right to live in Canada permanently by immigration authorities).
be an entering or first year full-time student, enrolled in a minimum of 24 credit units (in Regular Session) and in a post-secondary program of at least four academic years at the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, or First Nations University of Canada. Preference will be given to those enrolled in Business/Commerce/Administration with major in Marketing or Accounting, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
Preference will be given to students who meet SaskTel's diversity criteria. Diversity includes the following: visible minorities, women in non-traditional roles, people with disabilities or Aboriginal people. Aboriginal people include the following: status and non-status First Nations, Métis and Inuit. Note: Must provide proof of Aboriginal Ancestry - photocopy of Band/Treaty card; Métis Membership card; Inuit Beneficiary card.
Payments beyond year one will be dependent on the student maintaining an acceptable academic average, continued enrollment in one of the eligible fields of study, and continued demonstration of financial need.
To apply online, visit here
The A.E. Blakeney Bursary is awarded biannually and since the first award was given in 2004, future awards will be given in 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2012. The application deadline is March 28, 2008.
The recipient of the A.E. Blakeney SaskTel Bursary will be awarded $10,000 annually for a period of four years. The total value of this four year bursary is $40,000.
Eligibility:
be in need of financial assistance in order to complete their studies. Needs assessment will be based on a Canada Student Loans formula of assessed costs and assessed resources.
be graduating or a graduate from a Saskatchewan high school with an academic standing of 80% or greater.
be a Saskatchewan resident, for a minimum of 12 months, at time of application. Must be a Canadian citizen or Landed Immigrant (people who have been granted the right to live in Canada permanently by immigration authorities).
be an entering or first year full-time student, enrolled in a minimum of 24 credit units (in Regular Session) and in a post-secondary program of at least four academic years at the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, or First Nations University of Canada. Preference will be given to those enrolled in Business/Commerce/Administration with major in Marketing or Accounting, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
Preference will be given to students who meet SaskTel's diversity criteria. Diversity includes the following: visible minorities, women in non-traditional roles, people with disabilities or Aboriginal people. Aboriginal people include the following: status and non-status First Nations, Métis and Inuit. Note: Must provide proof of Aboriginal Ancestry - photocopy of Band/Treaty card; Métis Membership card; Inuit Beneficiary card.
Payments beyond year one will be dependent on the student maintaining an acceptable academic average, continued enrollment in one of the eligible fields of study, and continued demonstration of financial need.
To apply online, visit here
Thursday, February 14, 2008
SHA Hockey Education Assistance
August 31 - The Saskatchewan Hockey Association shall award a minimum of eleven $1000 hockey Education Assistance Grants each hockey season to a minimum of eleven registered members of the SHA as follows:
8 - Regional (Zone) members (player, coach or member of the referees division)
1 - Midget AAA registered player
1 - Female registered player
1 - Junior A,B, or Senior registered player
See www.sha.sk.ca for application forms.
8 - Regional (Zone) members (player, coach or member of the referees division)
1 - Midget AAA registered player
1 - Female registered player
1 - Junior A,B, or Senior registered player
See www.sha.sk.ca for application forms.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Casino Regina Scholarship Program
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.
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.
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.
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.
MS Scholarship Program
April 15 - The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada Scholarship Program supported by Billy Talent and Friends, is accpeting applications from Canadians under the age of 25, who have MS or a parent with MS for funding toward the 2008/09 post-secondary studies.
Details on criteria and application fors are available for download at http://www.mssociety.ca/en/help/scholarship.htm
Details on criteria and application fors are available for download at http://www.mssociety.ca/en/help/scholarship.htm
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
CUPE 4747 Scholarship Criteria
April 30 -To be eligible, students must have a parent/guardian be a member of CUPE local 4747 for at least one full year. Students must submit their application including their high school marks and letter outlining future education plans to CUPE local. Proof of acceptance at a post-secondary school must be provided before money is given.
Scholarship amount is a minimum of $200 to a maximum of $1000 per region.
Mail applications to CUPE Local 4747, Box 1101, North Battleford, SK, S9A 3K2
Scholarship amount is a minimum of $200 to a maximum of $1000 per region.
Mail applications to CUPE Local 4747, Box 1101, North Battleford, SK, S9A 3K2
Monday, February 04, 2008
Workplace Health and Safety Event
Sask Advanced Education, Employment and Labour has partnered with the Sask Construction Safety Association to offer this event in Saskatoon, in conjunction with the Saskatoon and Regional Homebuilders Home Show and Career Centre. In this Olympic-style competition, students participate in paactical challenages designed to test the skills required in trade and technology occupations.
Luther College at the U of R Information Night
Wednesday, February 27 - An information night will be held at Luther College at the University of Regina. For more information, see www.luthercollege.edu/informationnight
EF Global Citizen Awards
February 28 - This essay contest is for students in grades 10 and 11. Applicants are required to write an essay in response to the following prompt "Describe how a shared experience with someone form another cultural background influenced both of you as global citizens."
Two winners will be selected from Canada. The will travel with a group on a 10 day expenses paid international educational tour and will receive a 30 GB iPod.
Entrance forms are available at eftours.ca/globalcitizen
Two winners will be selected from Canada. The will travel with a group on a 10 day expenses paid international educational tour and will receive a 30 GB iPod.
Entrance forms are available at eftours.ca/globalcitizen
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