SaskPolytechnic Updates

Program Updates

Advanced Care Paramedic - Admission requirements change effective July 1, 2015

Agricultural Equipment Technician - New program title effective July 1, 2016 (formerly Agricultural Machinery Technician)

Business Diploma - New program! (with specialties in accountancy, financial services, human resources, insurance, management, and marketing)

Civil Engineering Technologies - New program! (previously Civil Engineering Technology and Water Resources Engineering Technology)

Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology - Returning to the First Qualified/First Admitted admission method, effective for the 2016 intake

Cytotechnology - Admission requirement notation change, effective July 1, 2015 
(i.e., immunization)

Early Childhood Education - Admission requirements change effective July 1, 2015

Electronics Technician - Suspension effective July 1, 2015

Health Information Management - Admission requirements change effective July 1, 2015

Institutional Meat Cutting - Deleted effective January 1, 2016

Leadership Skills - New program!

Meat Processing - Deleted effective January 1, 2016

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Returning to the First Qualified/First Admitted admission method, effective for the 2016 intake

Medical Laboratory Technology - Returning to the First Qualified/First Admitted admission method, effective for the 2016 intake

Medical Radiologic Technology - Admission requirement notation change, effective July 1, 2015 (i.e., immunization)

Multi-Mechanical Trades - New program!

Practical Nurse Re-entry - Suspension effective April 1, 2014

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - Deleted effective November 19, 2015

Primary Care Paramedic - Admission requirements change effective July 1, 2015

Psychiatric Nursing (Diploma) - High-demand admission process effective for fall 2016

Recreation and Community Development - Name change and course revisions (Formerly Recreation and Tourism Management) effective July 1, 2015

Retail Meat Specialist - Reinstated! Effective July 1, 2015

Security Officer - Admission requirement change effective July 1, 2015

MS Society Scholarship

The MS Society of Canada is pleased to announce a new scholarship program available for youth affected by multiple sclerosis in Canada.  Given that you may have students within your school board/district affected by MS, we are sharing the information and the attached posters in the hopes you will be able to help spread the word about this exciting and highly lucrative scholarship. If you could pass this email to the person responsible for communication to principals, guidance counsellors, etc. that would be greatly appreciated.

The John Helou Scholarship will award up to two Canadian youth with the financial support they need to overcome the financial obstacles that come with a personal or familial diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, enabling them to reach their full potential and become the next generation of MS leaders. The recipients must be enrolled in a science, technology, engineering or math undergraduate program. Recipients of the John Helou Scholarship will receive $6,250/year for four years to apply to tuition– for a total scholarship of $25,000.

Applications are being accepted for this scholarship between now and March 31, 2016 at https://juno.aucc.ca/app/mssociety.html. Please see the attached posters for additional information including eligibility criteria. The information can also be found on our website: www.mssociety.ca/scholarships.

The John Helou Scholarship is available solely due to the generous financial support of Pfizer and Innovative Medicines Canada. 

RMC ALOY Program

Deadline: Feb 15

This is a great for Aboriginal students who are interested in a transition year into the military.  Careers in the Military may be the option for some students. 

ALOY - Aboriginal Leadership Opportunity Year

This program is meant for students who are interested in become a Commissioned Officer in the military.

Deadline to apply is February 15th each year. Must be completed online at Canadian Forces Website.

Aboriginal Students Discovery Day at U of A

Aboriginal Student Discovery Day

Aboriginal students are invited to our Aboriginal Student Discovery Day, held Friday, March 18, 2016.  
This full day event will provide students with a chance to see what the University of Alberta has to offer for Aboriginal Students and provide them with an opportunity to engage with staff and students.

For more information, and to register for the event, students can visit our website.

Updates from UBC

January 31: UBC's application deadline

We have already received over 18,000 applications to UBC, and the deadline is fast approaching.
Encourage your students who wish to be considered for 2016/17 admission to complete and submit their online application – including the Personal Profile – by 11:59 pm PST on January 31.
In addition, qualified students with significant financial need can apply for the UBC Centennial Scholars Entrance Award by February 1.

Applying to Engineering without Physics 12

Students who have not taken Physics 12 are still encouraged to apply to Engineering if they are academically strong in Chemistry 12 and Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent).
Students from schools where Physics 12 or Chemistry 12 are not available may also apply (email details to grades.canada@ubc.ca).
Outstanding applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and may be admitted despite the missing course.

Distributed Learning deadlines 

Students may use Distributed Learning courses:

• completed by February 1 to calculate their competitive admission average (in time for self-reporting)
• completed by June 30 to meet program-specific requirements

UBC's Bachelor + Master of Management dual degree

In the Bachelor + Master of Management dual degree program, ambitious and talented students combine their non-business undergraduate degree with a practical and career-oriented Master of Management – in just 4.5 years. We encourage you to tell your students about this innovative program.

The supplemental application (separate from UBC's online application) is simple, and requires students to submit a 90-second video essay.

Update from SK Polytechnic

Is it time to take a shot with SaskPolytech?

Representatives from SaskPolytech are going to be at WHL games in the near future and we're looking forward to seeing lots of new and familiar faces at the games!

Here's an opportunity for students to win tickets,.
Click on the link for your nearest city to view a poster with information about how you can take part in one of these events:

Moose Jaw

Prince Albert

Regina

Saskatoon

With 150 programs offered on campus in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon, as well as through distance education, Sask Polytech has lots of opportunities to #ExploreYourGoals.
Plus, you can win WHL tickets. It's easy, just complete ONE of the following!
1.  Attend a campus tour in the 30 days before the game date.
2.  Check out programs with seats available this fall and share this contest on social media with the hashtag #ExploreYourGoals.
3.  Enter at saskpolytech.ca/ExploreYourGoals.

Visit us at the game. Come and cheer on your favourite WHL team.

Important Deadlines: U of R

Final Admission on the Spot - Feb. 25th
The last Admissions on the Spot event will be February 25th, 2016. Click HERE for further information.
Education Application Deadline - March 1
Priority Application Deadline - March 15
Entrance Scholarship Deadline - March 15

Grade 11 University Preview at U of R

*NEW EVENT* Grade 11 University Preview! - February 19th
We are hosting an event specifically for grade 11 students! This will be a half-day event that includes a mock lecture, various hands-on activities (like interesting physics experiments, visual arts labs, etc.), and a session to help students understand University and what to expect if that's the path they choose! The day will be capped off with an all-ages tailgate party at the Owl, hosted by Alumni Relations including free pizza and pre-game activities before heading off to a rival U of R Cougars vs.  U of S Huskies basketball game. The day will be free of charge for students and registration is now open on our website!
**Space is limited and filling up fast! Get your students to register before January 30th to be entered for an Early Bird Prize!

U of R Nursing Application Deadline!

February 15, 2016

Click HERE to apply!

North West Regional College Application Blitz

APPLICATION BLITZ

FEBRUARY 16^TH & 17^TH 2016

Apply for any post-secondary skills or trades program between the hours of 8:00am-4:30pm on Tuesday February 16^th and Wednesday February 17^th and your $35 Registration Fee will be waived!

Your complete application must be received during this time period. No exceptions.

If you are unable to register at one of our campuses, you may fax in your application to:

North Battleford Campus               Meadow Lake Campus

306-445-1575                                 306-236-7630

Once your application has been processed, you will be notified via mail or email of your conditional acceptance requirements. One of these requirements is a $200 tuition deposit. You may sort this funding out through sponsorship of your band, family, personal finance, bank funding etc. Once this tuition deposit has been paid, you will be eligible to win a $200 Book Store Credit to be used towards textbooks, additional resources or College Gear.

The Future is Yours Career Fair

February 8, 2016

The Career Fair is Saskatoon’s largest career fair targeted to Aboriginal youth and is 100% free for youth attendees. More than 700 Aboriginal youth from across Saskatchewan have participated annually in this well-known event. It has become a model for connecting with Aboriginal youth from all over Saskatchewan and provides leading companies and organizations the opportunity to make real face-to-face connections. We offer youth leadership and career development workshops, exhibitor and sponsor trade show booths, and a luncheon event with entertainment. For more information, click HERE.

Why Unions Matter

Deadlines: Monthly

Essay, poem, song, video, sculpture . . . contest.

If you created it an dit speaks to why unions matter, send it to whyunionsmatter@nupge.ca

For more information, click HERE.

National Union of Public and General Employees Scholarships

Deadline: July 6

These scholarships for students who plan to enter the first year of a public, post-secondary educational institution full time in 2016-17 and who are children/grandchildren, or foster children/grandchildren of a National Union member include:

• Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians
• Tommy Douglas Scholarships
• Scholarship for Visible Minorities
• Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship

For more information, click HERE.

18th Annual Skills Canada Competition

April 21 & 22, 2015
Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina Campus
Campus Regina Public

"The intent of the competition is to bring together a number of the best high school, post-secondary students, apprentices and other training program young people, to showcase each person's skills and knowledge in the skilled trades and technologies in our province. There are two competition categories – secondary (high school students) and post-secondary (SIAST students, apprentices and other training facility students).
The competition provides a venue for youth in our province to compete against other Saskatchewan youth at a skilled trade or technology that they have been working on during the year."

Click HERE for further information.

myRobot Rumble @ Sask Polytechnic

The 7th annual myRobot Rumble is slated for April 14th, 2016 and draws teams from all over Saskatchewan.  School registration opens on January 4^th and closes on February 1^st.  Don’t miss out on this great event!  For more information, please visit the myRobot Rumble webpage at http://saskpolytech.ca/myrobotrumble  

United Nations Pilgrimage for Youth Tour 2016

Deadline: January 16, 2016

This program is made up of carefully selected high school students form around the world. It is an opportunity of a lifetime. This is an outstanding educational experience for teenagers interested in a better understanding of the world and international affairs.

The tour includes 4 days in New York City, all expenses paid, sponsored by the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Saskatchewan.

Applicants must be 16 or 17 years old and must have a minimum of 1 year of high school left.

Applications are available from your guidance counsellor. Click HERE for further details.

Upcoming Events at SaskPolytechnic

Business and Beyond
Business and Beyond gives high school students, in grade 11 and 12, a chance to demonstrate their problem-solving skills, business knowledge and teamwork as they compete against other students from across the province.
Similar to popular TV shows like Jeopardy, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, and the ever popular game of Monolopy, teams face off against each other.  The goal is to earn points in mini competitions, in each of the six Business Diplomas.
The four teams with the highest points will compete in a final competition in the Panther's Lair.  Teams are required to address all aspects of business by presenting their plans in areas of finance, human resources and marketing.  

Information Night
The event is scheduled for Thursday November 26th, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at our campuses in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Regina and Moose Jaw.

Women in Trades Workshop
This hands-on, one weekend course for women offers an introduction to a variety of basic trade skills.  Course content includes Carpentry and Welding.  Upon successful completion of the course, participants are issued a statement of attendance.  The course provides women with:
• increased post-secondary training/education and employment potential in trades; 
• the opportunity to explaore training options in a variety of trades;
• understanding of the physical, emotional and academic requirements of training/education and employment in trades
Shop sessions include:
Welding
Participants will learn how to assemble and tack weld steel, use assorted shaping methods as well as use cleaning, finishing and cutting tools.

November 27 - 29, 2016
Friday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday, Sunday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Moose Jaw Campus

Click HERE 

U of Saskatchewan - Early Admission Deadline and Best & Brightest Scholarships

December 1 is the last day to apply for early admission to:

• Edwards School of Business
• Engineering
• Kinesiology

By December 1, the online application for admission, application fee, and transcripts, class schedules and any other required documents, such as proof of English language proficiency, must be received by the University of Saskatchewan Admissions Office.

December 1 is also the deadline to apply for admission for anyone planning to apply for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships, the University of Saskatchewan's highest valued, renewable entrance scholarships valued up to $40,000.

For further information about both of these items, click HERE.

University of Alberta Student Financial Support Online Info Session

Student Financial Support will be hosting two online sessions for prospective students in November!

Students will have an opportunity to learn more about UAlberta entrance awards and scholarships, award application expectations, and student financial support services available at the U of A . The sessions will be held on the following dates:

November 24, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. MST

November 26, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. MST
(Please note that the 26th is specifically for International Students Studying in Canada)

Students can register for these online sessions at uab.ca/recruitmentevents

 

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Information Night