Archive for 2025

Junior Citizen of the Year Award: $3,000

Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025

The Junior Citizen of the Year Award has honoured the youth of Saskatchewan for over 40 years. The program is sponsored by The Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association, in partnership with SaskPower, and the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan. These prestigious awards are given to students who:

  • have a positive lifestyle,
  • are dedicated to community and school,
  • have a strong sense of caring and responsibility,
  • have the ability to overcome life’s challenges,
  • inspire others, and
  • are between ages 8 to 18.

Four award recipients are chosen each year and receive a $3,000 bursary, provided by SaskPower, to be used for post-secondary education. For more information, please go to https://swna.com/junior-citizen-of-the-year/ The deadline for nominations is March 31st, 2025.

Women in Trades Workshops

Tuesday, January 21st, 2025

The Women in Trades Workshops at SaskpolyTech in Prince Albert are a hands-on, one-weekend career exploration opportunity for women ages 15+ offering an introduction to a variety of basic skills. The cost for each weekend is $150.00.
The Carpentry/Electrical Workshop is on March 29- 30, 2025.
The Industrial Mechanics/Welding Workshop is on April 12-13, 2025.
For more information, and to register, go to:
https://saskpolytech.ca/programs-and-courses/resources/women-in-trades-and-technology/programs-events.aspx

KIN Canada Bursary ($1000)

Monday, January 20th, 2025
The Kin Canada Bursary is open to any student who is in the process of graduating from high school or currently studying, or registered, at a post-secondary institution. Applicants will be evaluated on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada (Kinsmen, Kinettes and Kin Clubs) and financial need. The application form must be submitted by Sunday, February 1st, 2025 and winners will be notified before June 30 by their sponsoring club. For additional information and to apply, please go to https://www.kincanada.ca/apply

myBlueprint Scotia Bank Scholarship ($3750)

Monday, January 20th, 2025

The Scotiabank scholarships for students age 16 – age 18 focus on four themes (Diversity, Financial Wellness, Women Future Leaders, STEM) and four regions of Canada. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 25th, 2025, at 11:59:59 PM ET. Upon successful completion and submission of the scholarship application, the eligible entrant will receive one (1) entry into the Contest. Only one Scholarship prize will be awarded per eligible entrant. (If an entrant submits more than one Entry, they will be disqualified.) For additional information, please go to: https://education.myblueprint.ca/scotia/#:~:text=myBlueprint%20%2B%20Scotiabank&text=Scotiabank’s%20%2460%2C000%20investment%20is%20divided,11%3A59%3A59%20PM%20ET

Affinity Credit Union: Build a Better World Scholarship  

Thursday, January 16th, 2025

Grade 12 students who are a member of Affinity Credit Union or have a parent or guardian who is a member are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Students must be enrolling for post-secondary education. This year, 30 scholarships of $1000 will be awarded. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 30, 2025. For additional information, as well as an application form, please go to www.affinitycu.ca

GRADE 11: Prince of Wales & Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship

Thursday, January 16th, 2025

The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship ($500) is awarded to a Grade 11 student to assist in finishing their Grade 12 school year. Four student qualities will be considered: school and/or community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, financial support needed and academic performance. École St. Mary High School can nominate one candidate and nomination is competitive. Please provide a list of school/community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, and a statement about financial need to Mrs. Rapin in Student Services by Monday, March 3, 2025 to be considered for nomination. For additional information, please visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/scholarships-bursaries-grants/scholarships-and-bursaries/scholarships-and-bursaries-for-high-school-education/prince-of-wales-and-duchess-of-cornwall-scholarship

GRADE 12: Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship

Thursday, January 16th, 2025

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship ($1000) is awarded to a Grade 12 students who will be attending a post-secondary institution in the fall. Four student qualities will be considered: school and/or community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, financial support needed and academic performance. École St. Mary High School can nominate one candidate. Please provide a list of school/community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, and a statement about financial need to Mrs. Rapin in Student Services by Monday, March 3, 2025 to be considered for nomination. For additional information, please visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/scholarships-bursaries-grants/scholarships-and-bursaries/scholarships-and-bursaries-for-post-secondary-education/queens-diamond-jubilee-scholarship

Affinity Credit Union: Elwood Harvey Co-operative Leadership Award

Thursday, January 16th, 2025

Grade 11 students who are a member of Affinity Credit Union or have a parent or guardian who is a member are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Each student receives a $2500 award upon completion of the leadership program. Twenty students are accepted into the program. This award is offered by our District Councils, who have been elected to represent their communities within the Credit Union. The program gives recipients the opportunity to participate in their local District Council meetings and a variety of other events during their grade 12 year! The deadline to apply is February 9, 2025. For additional information, as well as an application form, please go to www.affinitycu.ca

U of R: Entrance Awards

Thursday, January 16th, 2025

Students attending the U of R in the fall who login to SAMS can begin an application for  the Entrance Award competition.  The deadline to apply is Saturday, March 15, 2025. The following workshops are available to assist with the application process:

Zoom (Virtual)

February 3, 2025 (4:00 – 6:00 pm) – Register

February 19, 2025 (4:00 – 6:00 pm) – Register

In-Person – LY 107.32 (U of R: Archer Library)

February 11, 2025 (4:00 – 6:00 pm) – Register

March 6, 2025 (4:00 – 6:00 pm) – Register

U of S: Bookings for Q&A Chat

Thursday, January 16th, 2025

Students have the opportunity to book 20-minute appointments with a USask representative regarding questions about becoming a USask student: admission requirements, scholarships, housing etc. Appointments are available every Wednesday from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and/or every Friday from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm by booking an appointment here.