Contest runs from March 1 - March 31, 2011.
Students aged 15 and over are invited to enter this photo contest. Tuition prizes of $1,000 and $750 are available for SIAST Business programs as well as two iPads! Students who are 18 or older can enter the contest on Facebook. Students who are 15 - 17 years of age will find a link on Facebook to enter the contest on a microsite (Facebook requires contest entrants to be at least 18 years of age).
Click the title link to enter.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Skills Work!
Skills Canada (Saskatchewan) is a not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skills trade and technologies to Saskatchewan youth. This organization sponsors provincial, national and international "Olympic Style" skills competitions for secondary, post-secondary and apprentice students to compete in numerous trade and technology areas.
For more information about the wide range of competitions offered, click the title link above.
For more information about the wide range of competitions offered, click the title link above.
Friday, February 11, 2011
UBC Major Entrance Scholarships
Deadline: March 1
Major Entrance Scholarships recognize students who excel across the board and who have demonstrated academic and leadership achievements in the arts, community, athletics, and school. They are available to students entering UBC from secondary school or from college or university.
You must be nominated by a school counsellor to apply. A school may nominate a number of students equal to 2% of its graduating class. Please ensure that you receive approval from your counsellor before pursuing a nomination.
Click the title link for further information.
Major Entrance Scholarships recognize students who excel across the board and who have demonstrated academic and leadership achievements in the arts, community, athletics, and school. They are available to students entering UBC from secondary school or from college or university.
You must be nominated by a school counsellor to apply. A school may nominate a number of students equal to 2% of its graduating class. Please ensure that you receive approval from your counsellor before pursuing a nomination.
Click the title link for further information.
UBC Major Entrance Scholarships
Deadline: March 1
Major Entrance Scholarships recognize students who excel across the board and who have demonstrated academic and leadership achievements in the arts, community, athletics, and school. They are available to students entering UBC from secondary school or from college or university.
You must be nominated by a school counsellor to apply. A school may nominate a number of students equal to 2% of its graduating class. Please ensure that you receive approval from your counsellor before pursuing a nomination.
Major Entrance Scholarships recognize students who excel across the board and who have demonstrated academic and leadership achievements in the arts, community, athletics, and school. They are available to students entering UBC from secondary school or from college or university.
You must be nominated by a school counsellor to apply. A school may nominate a number of students equal to 2% of its graduating class. Please ensure that you receive approval from your counsellor before pursuing a nomination.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Dalton Camp Award
Deadline: March 15
The Dalton Camp Award will go to the winner of an essay competition on the link between democracy and the media in Canada. In 2011, there will be one Award consisting of a prize of $5,000, as well as a bronze cast medal by the late Canadian sculptress Dora de Pédèry-Hunt. Up to four finalists will also be recognized and awarded a prize of $1,000 each.
Click the title link for further information.
The Dalton Camp Award will go to the winner of an essay competition on the link between democracy and the media in Canada. In 2011, there will be one Award consisting of a prize of $5,000, as well as a bronze cast medal by the late Canadian sculptress Dora de Pédèry-Hunt. Up to four finalists will also be recognized and awarded a prize of $1,000 each.
Click the title link for further information.
Miller Thomson Scholarships
Deadline: March 1
Submission: online
The Miller Thomson Foundation has increased the National Scholarship Programme from $200,000 to $300,000 annually, awarding 100 entrance scholarships in the amount of $3,000 each.
Students:
-must be attending a Canadian secondary school, planning onentering a Canadian post-secondary institution in the Fall to pursue a course of study within Canada leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited community college or university.
-must obtain a Secondary School Diploma.
-must be a Canadian citizen and/or a permanent resident of Canada.
have maintained a minimum grade average of 87% in Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12.
-must provide school transcripts for grades 9, 10, 11, and in-progress Grade 12 grades.
Access the online application by clicking the title link.
Submission: online
The Miller Thomson Foundation has increased the National Scholarship Programme from $200,000 to $300,000 annually, awarding 100 entrance scholarships in the amount of $3,000 each.
Students:
-must be attending a Canadian secondary school, planning onentering a Canadian post-secondary institution in the Fall to pursue a course of study within Canada leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited community college or university.
-must obtain a Secondary School Diploma.
-must be a Canadian citizen and/or a permanent resident of Canada.
have maintained a minimum grade average of 87% in Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12.
-must provide school transcripts for grades 9, 10, 11, and in-progress Grade 12 grades.
Access the online application by clicking the title link.
Sears High School Design Competition
Deadline: March 25
Design Exchange is proud to announce the 16th Annual Sears Canadian High School Design Competition. The aim of the competition is to promote the study and awareness of various design disciplines in schools across Canada. The competition is open to all high school students, at the junior (grades 10 and below) and senior (grades 11 and above) levels. Prizes will be awarded at the two levels, in each of the four categories – Industrial Design - Task Light, Fashion Design - Reclaimed T-Shirt, Architecture / Interior Design - Refueling Station, and Graphic Design - 2011 Competition Certificate.
For more information, click the title link above.
Design Exchange is proud to announce the 16th Annual Sears Canadian High School Design Competition. The aim of the competition is to promote the study and awareness of various design disciplines in schools across Canada. The competition is open to all high school students, at the junior (grades 10 and below) and senior (grades 11 and above) levels. Prizes will be awarded at the two levels, in each of the four categories – Industrial Design - Task Light, Fashion Design - Reclaimed T-Shirt, Architecture / Interior Design - Refueling Station, and Graphic Design - 2011 Competition Certificate.
For more information, click the title link above.
Dalhousie Entrance Scholarships
March 15: is the deadline for Dalhousie University's Entrance Scholarships
These scholarships recognize academic, extra-curricular and leadership achievement. They also offer scholarships for students belonging to various equity groups.
Click the title link for applications and further information.
These scholarships recognize academic, extra-curricular and leadership achievement. They also offer scholarships for students belonging to various equity groups.
Click the title link for applications and further information.
Building Brighter Futures Booklet
This booklet highlights scholarships and bursaries available under the National Aboriginal Achievement foundation Bursary and Scholarship Program. It also provides guidelines for the various awards offered throughout the year.
Click the title link to download a copy of this booklet.
Click the title link to download a copy of this booklet.
MacEwan Theatre Arts Program Auditions
March 19 and May 28
Auditions will be held in Edmonton for the MacEwan Theatre Arts Program. click the title link for further information.
Auditions will be held in Edmonton for the MacEwan Theatre Arts Program. click the title link for further information.
MacEwan's Arts and Communication Student for a Day
March 5 from 10 am to 3 pm
Spend a day at MacEwan's Centre for the Arts and Communication, matched with a student in the program of your choice. Attend classes, ask questions and get a send of the campus first-hand.
Highlighted programs include: Arts and Cultural Management, Bachelor of Communication Studies, Bachelor of Music and Music Diploma, Design Studies, Fine Art, Theatre Arts, and Theatre Production.
Click the title link for further information.
Spend a day at MacEwan's Centre for the Arts and Communication, matched with a student in the program of your choice. Attend classes, ask questions and get a send of the campus first-hand.
Highlighted programs include: Arts and Cultural Management, Bachelor of Communication Studies, Bachelor of Music and Music Diploma, Design Studies, Fine Art, Theatre Arts, and Theatre Production.
Click the title link for further information.
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
CUPE Local 5111 Scholarships
Deadline: March 31
CUPE Local 5111 (Prairie North Regional Health Authority) will award one $500.00 scholarship per regional branch. Branches are Lloydminster, Maidstone, Turtleford, Meadow Lake and the Battlefords(2)
To apply you must be a CUPE Local 5111 member or family member (son/daughter/grandchild).
Application will be a minimum three hundred word essay on “Trade Unionism”.
The scholarships are for any post secondary education
Successful applicants must also provide proof of enrollment prior to receiving the scholarship.
Please forward all applications through your CUPE Local 5111 Branch Vice Presidents.
Branch VP’s or mail to
CUPE Local 5111 Box 83 North Battleford, Sk. S9A 2X6
Please make application by March 31, 2011
Judging will be done by an impartial CUPE representative.
* Note there are no formal application forms. Please send you essay with all applicable information.
CUPE Local 5111 (Prairie North Regional Health Authority) will award one $500.00 scholarship per regional branch. Branches are Lloydminster, Maidstone, Turtleford, Meadow Lake and the Battlefords(2)
To apply you must be a CUPE Local 5111 member or family member (son/daughter/grandchild).
Application will be a minimum three hundred word essay on “Trade Unionism”.
The scholarships are for any post secondary education
Successful applicants must also provide proof of enrollment prior to receiving the scholarship.
Please forward all applications through your CUPE Local 5111 Branch Vice Presidents.
Branch VP’s or mail to
CUPE Local 5111 Box 83 North Battleford, Sk. S9A 2X6
Please make application by March 31, 2011
Judging will be done by an impartial CUPE representative.
* Note there are no formal application forms. Please send you essay with all applicable information.
Tuesday, February 08, 2011
Geomatics Sweepstakes - SIAST
Geomatics students solve practical real-world problems by gathering, processing and analyzing spatial information from a diverse range of sources.
Geomatics technologists work outdoors where they measure forest boundaries, streams, lakes, property lines and building locations, and gain the skills to make a detailed map of your work.
Geomatics (or Geotechnology) has been identified as one of the three most important emerging fields in worldwide labour markets. Graduates are in demand in a variety of industries, including land surveying firms, energy and mining companies, engineering consulting firms and many more!
Grand Prize - Garmin Dakota 20 handheld GPS device (approximate retail value $375) Outdoor navigation meets touchscreen simplicity in Dakota 20. This rugged, palm-sized navigator combines touchscreen navigation, high-sensitivity GPS with HotFix® satellite prediction, barometric altimeter, 3-axis electronic compass and microSD™ card slot in one affordable, power-packed punch.
2nd Prize - Garmin nuvi 2350 automobile GPS device (approximate retail value $185) The widescreen nüvi 2350 includes maps for the U.S., Canada and Mexico and features lane assist with junction view¹, trafficTrends™ historical traffic, myTrends™ predictive routing, and ecoRoute™ to help calculate a more fuel-efficient route. Pedestrian capabilities can be enhanced with optional cityXplorer™ maps for mass transit information.
3rd Prize - Garmin eTrex H handheld GPS device (approximate retail value $110) Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts on a budget, eTrex H comes with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver that locks onto satellite signals quickly and maintains accuracy — even in the toughest conditions. And just like the popular eTrex, this little yellow wonder combines an intuitive interface and a rugged exterior into a lightweight handheld that fits in the palm of your hand.
Go to http://www.facebook.com/SIASTGeomatics to enter!
Geomatics technologists work outdoors where they measure forest boundaries, streams, lakes, property lines and building locations, and gain the skills to make a detailed map of your work.
Geomatics (or Geotechnology) has been identified as one of the three most important emerging fields in worldwide labour markets. Graduates are in demand in a variety of industries, including land surveying firms, energy and mining companies, engineering consulting firms and many more!
Grand Prize - Garmin Dakota 20 handheld GPS device (approximate retail value $375) Outdoor navigation meets touchscreen simplicity in Dakota 20. This rugged, palm-sized navigator combines touchscreen navigation, high-sensitivity GPS with HotFix® satellite prediction, barometric altimeter, 3-axis electronic compass and microSD™ card slot in one affordable, power-packed punch.
2nd Prize - Garmin nuvi 2350 automobile GPS device (approximate retail value $185) The widescreen nüvi 2350 includes maps for the U.S., Canada and Mexico and features lane assist with junction view¹, trafficTrends™ historical traffic, myTrends™ predictive routing, and ecoRoute™ to help calculate a more fuel-efficient route. Pedestrian capabilities can be enhanced with optional cityXplorer™ maps for mass transit information.
3rd Prize - Garmin eTrex H handheld GPS device (approximate retail value $110) Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts on a budget, eTrex H comes with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver that locks onto satellite signals quickly and maintains accuracy — even in the toughest conditions. And just like the popular eTrex, this little yellow wonder combines an intuitive interface and a rugged exterior into a lightweight handheld that fits in the palm of your hand.
Go to http://www.facebook.com/SIASTGeomatics to enter!
Thursday, February 03, 2011
University of Regina Updates
Click the title link above to find out more about the U of R's early conditional admission, residence applications, scholarships, etc.!
Wednesday, February 02, 2011
Firefighter Training and Pharmacy Technician at Parkland College
Parkland College offers a range of programs, including Firefighting Training and the Pharmacy Technician course.
Click the title link above for further information.
Click the title link above for further information.
Lethbridge School of Justice Studies Student for a Day
March 21 - The School of Justice Studies at the University of Lethbridge is holding a semi-annual institutional Student for a Day on March 21 from 8 am to 3:30 pm. Lunch will be provided.
For more information, call 1.800.572.0103 ext 3322
For more information, call 1.800.572.0103 ext 3322
CUPE 4747 Scholarship
Deadline: April 30
Students who have at least one parent or guardian who is a member of CUPE Local 4747 for at least one full year are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Ask your parent or guidance counsellor for further information.
Students who have at least one parent or guardian who is a member of CUPE Local 4747 for at least one full year are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Ask your parent or guidance counsellor for further information.
Lifetouch Canadian Association of Principals Scholarship
Deadline: March 1
The Canadian Association of Principals and Lifetouch, Canada are proud to sponsor this award this year. The purpose of this award is to afford principals the opportunity to recognize one of their student leaders and to enter that student as a nominee for a national scholarship.
The C.A.P. Student Leadership Award scholarship is designed to provide the broadest possible base upon which to evaluate candidates. Effective 2010, Twelve scholarships of $750.00 each will be awarded. (One scholarship per CAP provincial/territorial affiliate) Only students graduating in their final year of high school are eligible for nomination.
Each school that wishes to participate in the scholarship program is asked to nominate one student leader who demonstrates outstanding leadership. Nominees should be in the top 20% of their class. Deadline to submit nominations is March 1.
Click the title link for further information.
The Canadian Association of Principals and Lifetouch, Canada are proud to sponsor this award this year. The purpose of this award is to afford principals the opportunity to recognize one of their student leaders and to enter that student as a nominee for a national scholarship.
The C.A.P. Student Leadership Award scholarship is designed to provide the broadest possible base upon which to evaluate candidates. Effective 2010, Twelve scholarships of $750.00 each will be awarded. (One scholarship per CAP provincial/territorial affiliate) Only students graduating in their final year of high school are eligible for nomination.
Each school that wishes to participate in the scholarship program is asked to nominate one student leader who demonstrates outstanding leadership. Nominees should be in the top 20% of their class. Deadline to submit nominations is March 1.
Click the title link for further information.
SIAST Program Changes
Business Education - An optional co-operative education component will be added to the Business Administration program at Palliser Campus, Moose Jaw. For the 2011-12 academic year and subsequent academic years, students entering the Administration diploma program will have the option to join the co-operative education stream, which involves a work placement in January.
Steel Fabricator and Welder Certificates - SIAST plans to offer the combination Steel Fabricator and Welder certificate,beginning September 2011. This initiative will be offered in response to industry demand for pre-employment steel fabricator training. Based on level one Steel Fabricator apprentice curriculum and level one Welder apprentice curriculum, the program will also provide curriculum enhancements for a non-apprentice. Graduates from the program will be able to pursue a career in either trade. The program will soon be listed in the SIAST program listings on our web page.
Deleted Programs: In addition, the Custom Harvester certificate and the Pork Production Technician applied certificate were deleted, effective January 1, 2011.
Click the title link to visit the SIAST website.
Steel Fabricator and Welder Certificates - SIAST plans to offer the combination Steel Fabricator and Welder certificate,beginning September 2011. This initiative will be offered in response to industry demand for pre-employment steel fabricator training. Based on level one Steel Fabricator apprentice curriculum and level one Welder apprentice curriculum, the program will also provide curriculum enhancements for a non-apprentice. Graduates from the program will be able to pursue a career in either trade. The program will soon be listed in the SIAST program listings on our web page.
Deleted Programs: In addition, the Custom Harvester certificate and the Pork Production Technician applied certificate were deleted, effective January 1, 2011.
Click the title link to visit the SIAST website.
U of A Aboriginal Students Discovery Day
Aboriginal students are invited to experience the U of A at their third annual Aboriginal Student Discovery Day (ASDD). During this event, they offer Aboriginal students and their influencers an opportunity to learn about the different programs that are offered at the University of Alberta.
The goal of this day is to showcase their vibrant Aboriginal community. Aboriginal Student Discovery Day will take place on Friday, May 20, 2011 at North Campus in Edmonton.
Click the title link for further information.
The goal of this day is to showcase their vibrant Aboriginal community. Aboriginal Student Discovery Day will take place on Friday, May 20, 2011 at North Campus in Edmonton.
Click the title link for further information.
Tuesday, February 01, 2011
U of A Rural Discovery Day
March 18, 2011
The University of Alberta will be hosting Rural Discovery Day at North Campus in Edmonton.
Students can:
Learn about the U of A’s undergraduate programs, housing, awards and services
Discuss university life with current undergraduate students from other rural areas
Tour Residence and Campus
Participate in fun student life activities
Meet new friends from rural areas
Win great prizes, including U of A apparel
Click the title link above for further information.
The University of Alberta will be hosting Rural Discovery Day at North Campus in Edmonton.
Students can:
Learn about the U of A’s undergraduate programs, housing, awards and services
Discuss university life with current undergraduate students from other rural areas
Tour Residence and Campus
Participate in fun student life activities
Meet new friends from rural areas
Win great prizes, including U of A apparel
Click the title link above for further information.
U of S On Campus Day
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 15
On Campus Day, held on February 18 at the University of Saskatchewan, provides you with the opportunity to sit in on mock lectures, learn about admission and registration processes, find out about programs for student success and much more!
For more information, and to register for On Campus Day click the title link above.
Parents will also have an opportunity to learn more about the U of S by attending On Campus Day. They must fill out a separate registration form online which is also accessible by clicking the title link above.
On Campus Day, held on February 18 at the University of Saskatchewan, provides you with the opportunity to sit in on mock lectures, learn about admission and registration processes, find out about programs for student success and much more!
For more information, and to register for On Campus Day click the title link above.
Parents will also have an opportunity to learn more about the U of S by attending On Campus Day. They must fill out a separate registration form online which is also accessible by clicking the title link above.
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