Deadline: May 1

If you like to record, mix and create music, then plan to enter the Universal Music Canada 2014 Nimbus Mix Contest! The grand prize is a $25,000 scholarship to attend the Nimbus School of Recording Arts in Vancouver BC. Starting April 1, 2014, students will be given the opportunity to create their own mix or remix of tracks from The Tragically Hip, Kate Morgan and Kardinal Offishall. 

Hy-Tech Drilling Scholarships

Deadline: April 30

Hy-Tech Drilling Scholarships are awarded to students in Saskatoon & surrounding area who are leaders and role models in their schools and communities.  They offer 3 different $500 scholarships to support students who demonstrate a balanced lifestyle and commitment to a post-secondary education which will enhance their opportunity to develop innovative solutions. 

The scholarships include: (1) "Mechanical Mind" (Trade School) -- students pursuing an educational path in welding, machining, or mechanics will be considered priority applicants; (2) "Left Lateral Leap" -- students pursuing an educational path which emphasizes innovative thinking will be considered priority applicants; and (3) "The Creative Arts" -- geared to students pursuing a full-time post-secondary education within a Creative Arts discipline, but students pursuing an education in Jazz Band will be considered priority applicants. 

While there are priority applicants for each scholarship, general admission students are also encouraged to apply.  Contact info@hy-techdrilling.comor call 306-683-0303. 

Parkland College: Emergency Responder Program

Parkland College in Melville offers the only full time NFPA 1001 Professional Firefighter training program in Saskatchewan. This 13 week pre-employment program is the necessary first step to this career path. This program is both IFSAC and ProBoard registered and is delivered in partnership with Lakeland College Emergency Training Centre.

The two week Emergency Medical Responder program is the advance first aid training available to explore the work of Emergency Medical and is offered twice yearly. Parkland College offers the SIAST Primary Care Paramdeic Certificate program annually as part of their Emergency Service Training.

For further information, click this VIDEO or visit this WEBSITE.

Great Plains College Scholarships

Deadline: April 30

Students who apply to Great Plains College to full-time student loan eligible programs by April 30 are eligible for Entrance Scholarships ranging from $500 to $5000. Grade 11's who apply before June 30, 2014 are eligible for a $1000 grade 11 early entrance award.

Great Plains still have seats available in Business Certificate, Educational Assistant, Electrician, Office Administration, Welding and Youth Care Worker programs.

For further information, click HERE.

Delta Co-operative Bursaries

Deadline: June 1

The Delta Co-operative Association Limited is offering a bursary to each of the four high schools in our trading area. The amount of each bursary is $500.00. Two $500.00 bursaries are offered at Unity Composite High School, one bursary at Wilkie, one bursary at Luseland and one bursary at Macklin.

We also offer one $500.00 bursary at large to the high schools in our trading area where we do not have a Co-op branch.

Bursary applications are available at our website: www.deltacoop.ca.  Click on the Administration tab and download and complete the bursary application you are applying for.

Package together the completed application form, the certified copy of your marks, and the two letters of reference. 

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.