RDIEC – Airplane Pilot Virtual Career Spotlight

Wednesday, November 25 at 12:30 pm.

Featuring pilot and instructor Captain JT Marx. Learn what it takes to become a pilot and flight instructor for single adn twin engine planes.

Poster with link and QR code to access the presentation


USASK – Engineering Event (GREAT OPPORTUNITY)

USask Engineering is hosting a live virtual online event!
NOVEMBER 17, 20202 FROM 4-7 PM

What Is Engineering? is intended for students in grade 11 and 12 who are considering a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math). Because an engineering degree is so versatile, we encourage any student thinking about a career in a related field – health science, computer science, environmental protection or entrepreneurship – to come to What Is Engineering? to learn more about this profession.

RE-ENGINEERED – First year engineering program. Designed to give students a boarder, more effective foundation for the rest of their engineering degree, while holistically supporting their academic success and wellness.

RSVP ONLINE:  what-is-engineering.eventbrite.ca

POSTER: What is engineering November 17


A + E: Lives that Matter

➢ Must write an essay based on someone you feel as made the biggest impact on Canadian society.
➢ Students in grades 5- 12 can apply.

Information:  https://www.facebook.com/LivesThatMakeADifference/ 


Kin Canada Bursaries Hal Rogers Endowment Fund

Eligibility

  • Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
  • Must be a full-time student in the process of graduating from high school or currently studying or registered at a post-secondary institution.
  • Must complete the current application form and submit it to the Kinsmen, Kinette or Kin Club closest to their permanent residence by February 1. Bursary winners are notified before June 30 by their sponsoring club.
  • Must not have previouly been awarded a Kin Canada Bursary.
  • Will be evaluated on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada and financial need.

Application Process

The bursary application deadline date is February 1 of each year. You must drop it off in January to a local Kinsmen Member. The earlier the better! They then follow their own process.

Application Tips

  • Use this year’s revised application form
  • Read and follow all instructions carefully
  • Answer all questions
  • Remember, scoring is based on both effort and content
  • Ask for input from friends, parents, teachers, etc.
  • Learn about Kin Canada from our website
  • Research what the local or nearest Kinsmen, Kinette or Kin Club has done in your community
  • Submit your application form to your local club by February 1 and only submit to one club

For more tips on increasing your chance of success with scholarships and bursaries, check out the Kin Blog.

Application Form


Events!

What is Business? Info Session Nov 17 Do you have students thinking about business? Encourage them to join our series of What Is Business? info sessions. November’s theme is Finance!

 

Social Work Information Night Nov 19 Join us at our upcoming Social Work Information Night to learn about the profession and the programs offered through the University of Regina.
What is Engineering? Nov 20 High school students, particularly Grade 12 students interested in Engineering and Science, are invited to attend the virtual presentation to introduce them to the profession of engineering itself and to the programs offered at the U of R.

U of R Early Admission Days

Early Admission Days

Do you have students that missed our last Early Admission Days? Luckily, we have another event coming up November 25 – December 2, 2020!

Early Admission Days for High School Students (EA Days) is a special application period designed to help students fill out their University of Regina application. Students who send in their  transcript and application fee by December 2 will have their application processed within a week, and if admissible, will receive conditional acceptance. A few important things to note:

  • Students will receive a reduced application fee of $50!
  • Students must provide their unofficial high school transcripts by December 2, 2020 to be eligible.
  • Students will be contacted to choose a virtual appointment time in order to ‘pick up’ their admission package and discuss their admission decision!

Register:  https://urconnected.uregina.ca/events/eadays.ezc 


SHAD Canada (STEAM & Entrepreneurship Program)

SHAD Canada is an amazing opportunity for Grade 10 and 11 students to challenge and expand themselves academically and socially. They offer a summer learning program for highly driven youth!

You should consider! It is a life changer!

Videos

Who can apply:

  • Shad looks for diversity and well-roundedness in Shad participants with an over-arching commitment to excellence.
  • Students with a strong academic foundation, who are natural go-getters, curious about the world, community-minded, creative and engaged are the type that excel at Shad.

Bursary Opportunity:

Information Sheet: Shad2021 One-pager

Website:  https://www.shad.ca/

Deadline to apply is December 7, 2020

Email kyle@shad.ca for more information!


Medical Doctor Virtual Career Spotlight – Nov. 18 at 12:30

Attached is the promotional material for a career spotlight featuring Medical Doctor Yolanda Marx.  This spotlight will take place digitally through zoom so students can join remotely on Wednesday Nov. 18th at 12:30 pm. See attached poster or click here.
What is a career spotlight?  It is a brief presentation from someone working in a career explaining the duties, qualifications, rewards, and challenges of working in their field followed by a Q & A.  See attached poster for more details.

 


Medicine Hat College Open House – Application Discount – November 18

MHC’s Virtual Open House on November 18, 2020 at 5:30pm is the perfect opportunity to discover Medicine Hat College from the comfort of their own home! On November 18, students from all over will be joining our recruiters, program coordinators, faculty and current students online and learn everything they need to know about being a student here in 2021.
 Our Virtual Open House will include:
  • Guided campus tours to watch at your convenience, any time, anywhere
  • Virtual Meet and Greet with program coordinators and faculty
  • Live Q & A Panel to connect with current students to learn more about the MHC experience
  • Becoming a Rattler Information Session
  • Application Assistance Resources
We will also be providing students in attendance the opportunity to apply to Medicine Hat College for ONLY $40 (a savings of $35). Click the button below to register your students today!

REGISTER:  https://www.mhc.ab.ca/FutureStudents/OpenHouse


CAPSLE Bursary (future education or law students)

CAPSLE BURSARY 2020/21

Following the Annual General Meeting in 2016, the Canadian Association for the Practical Study of Law in Education (“CAPSLE”) established a bursary to provide financial assistance to students entering post-secondary Education and/or Law programs. One $1,000 bursary is available for the 2020/2021 academic year (the “Bursary”) on the terms set out below.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The following are the eligibility criteria for the Bursary:

(a)               The applicant must have been accepted to a Canadian university program in a recognized Faculty of Education and/or Faculty of Law in the 2020/21 academic year;

(b)               Priority will be given to applicants who identify as a member of a group that is under-represented in Education and/or Law.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1.                  The applicant must provide the following documents in support of a Bursary application:

  • Documentary proof that the applicant is accepted to a program at a recognized Faculty of Education and/or Law at a Canadian university, or will be continuing in such program, in the 2020/2021 academic year;
  • A short essay, up to 500 words, describing how the applicant meets the eligibility criteria and why the applicant is studying Education and/or Law, including thoughtful commentary on the nexus between Education and Law; and
  • Professionally formatted resume, including leadership experience applicable to intended area(s) of study.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all documents are consolidated into a single PDF file and e-mailed to info@capsle.ca no later than November 30, 2020.

2.                  CAPSLE’s Board of Directors, or a committee thereof, will evaluate the applications and select an applicant that best meets the eligibility criteria and terms of the Bursary.

3.                  The successful applicant will be advised of the CAPSLE Board’s decision with respect to the Bursary by no later than December 31, 2020.

4.                  The successful applicant will be provided with the Bursary funds on a date between December 31, 2020 and January 31, 2021, conditional upon providing proof of tuition paid equal to or greater than $1,000 by no later than December 31, 2020.  The successful applicant agrees to return the Bursary funds to CAPSLE if the applicant discontinues the intended course of study for any reason during the 2020/21 academic year.

5.                  By submitting an application, an applicant agrees to the terms of the Bursary, and consents to:

(a)               publication of his/her name and essay, or portions thereof, in CAPSLE publications, including CAPSLE’s website; and

(b)               receive information related to CAPSLE electronically, which consent may be withdrawn at any time by contacting info@capsle.ca.

 

Document:  Bursary – 2020