Archive for October, 2026

U of S Application Workshop

Thursday, October 22nd, 2026

A recruiter from the U of S will be in Room 128 (library) on Wednesday November 18th from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Grade 12 students can select an appointment time to meet with the USASK recruiter to start a fall 2027 application process or review their existing application. The deadline to register for an appointment is Monday, November 16th at 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Quintal in room 116. Please use the following QR code link to register:

GRADE 12: Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship

Wednesday, October 14th, 2026

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship ($1000) is awarded to a Grade 12 student 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 and nomination is competitive. Please provide a list of school/community-based leadership, responsibilities outside of school, and a statement about financial need to Mr. Quintal in Student Services by Monday, March 8, 2027 to be considered for nomination. The scholarship application deadline is Monday, March 15th, 2027. For additional information, please visit Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship | Scholarships and Bursaries for Post-Secondary Education | Government of Saskatchewan

GRADE 11: Prince of Wales & Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship

Wednesday, October 14th, 2026

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 Mr. Quintal in Student Services by Monday, March 8, 2027 to be considered for nomination. The scholarship application deadline is Monday, March 15th, 2027. For additional information, please visit Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship | Scholarships and Bursaries for Post-Secondary Education | Government of Saskatchewan

House of Commons Page Program

Wednesday, October 7th, 2026

Pages are first-year post-secondary students who work part-time at the House of Commons. They provide important services to Members of Parliament in the Chamber and participate in special events around Parliament Hill. This is an opportunity for students to gain professional experience in a unique setting, advance their academic and career goals, and create lasting connections and memories. Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident;
  • be starting full-time or part-time post-secondary studies in September 2027 at one of the eligible post-secondary institutions in the National Capital Region;
  • be willing to reside in the National Capital Region during their year of employment; and
  • be able to communicate fluently in both official languages.

All the details are available at ourcommons.ca/page. The deadline to submit an online application is Sunday, November 8, 2026.

University of Regina: Fall Open House

Tuesday, October 6th, 2026

📅Date: Friday, October 16

🕐Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

📍Location:  Centre for Kinesiology, Health, and Sport (CKHS) at U of R

For more information, and to register, go to Fall Open House | University of Regina

U of R: Free Application Month for Indigenous Students

Tuesday, October 6th, 2026

October is Free Application Month for Indigenous students! During this time, applicants can apply free of charge by entering the promotional code INDIGOCT2026 when submitting their application. To apply, go to Apply to the U of R | University of Regina . For more information go to Free Application Month for Indigenous Students | University of Regina

Bobby Bird Memorial Awards: Grade 7 – Grade 12

Monday, October 5th, 2026

Eligible First Nations students from the 12 member nations of Prince Albert Grand Council may apply for this award. One student each from Grade 7-12 will be recognized and honored for achievements and academic success for the 2025-2026 academic year. The awards are based on the following eight categories using a point system.

          -Academic achievement            -Effort
-Attendance                                -Athletics
-First Nation Language              -Special talent/Activities
-Traditional Cultural Skills        -Community Services

** Teachers and guidance counselors are to submit names of nominees along with the following information: Official Entry form; Grade/marks; Attendance Records; a letter of support from a teacher, guidance counsellor or administrator; and a personal letter from the nominee.

Submissions are to be sent to Shona Tretiak (email: shona.tretiak@pagc.net )

Additional information and entry forms are available at https://pagc.sk.ca/bobby-bird-memorial-awards-2025-2026/ 

Deadline Date: Friday, October 9, 2026

StudentScholarship.org October Newsletter

Friday, October 2nd, 2026
Students are encouraged to view the scholarships (including the Loran Scholarship) that are available at the following link:

Loran Scholarship

Friday, October 2nd, 2026

The Loran Foundation is seeking students who distinguish themselves through their strength of character, commitment to service, and an intrinsic sense of values-driven leadership. Loran Scholars benefit from a four-year leadership enrichment program, financial support for their undergraduate studies, national and international experiential learning opportunities, and a long-term supportive community of peers and mentors, including business and community leaders. In addition to naming up to 36 Loran Scholars, the Loran Foundation will also allocate more than $500,000 in additional one-time awards to up to 54 Loran Finalists and 70 Loran Provincial and Territorial recipients. Students can apply at apply.loranscholar.ca. They may also review what sets Loran Scholars apart, how to apply, and check out a sample application form ahead of applying. All eligible students are welcome to apply by completing the written and video application, uploading a transcript, and naming a referee. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that both the candidate and the referee have sufficient time to complete their online form by noon ET on October 15th, 2027. If a student’s application or reference form is not completed by then, that application will not be considered.