Saskatchewan Mining Association Events

October 27th, 2025
SMA has teamed up with the Industry Education Councils to offer hands-on days for grade 10-12 students to learn about career pathways in mining at Saskatchewan’s post-secondary institutes.
1) Spotlight on Mining is Wednesday, November 5, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at SaskPolytech & USask in Saskatoon. Spotlight on Mining explores careers in the mining industry through hands-on activities and short presentations from Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s School of Mining, Energy & Manufacturing Programs (Mining Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology and Chemical Technology) and the University of Saskatchewan’s Geology Department and industry experts. To register for this event, go to https://saskatooniec.ca/manufacturing-and-mining/ The registration deadline is Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
2) ManuQuest
Join us to kick off Saskatchewan Manufacturing Week at our ManuQuest event, where students will be introduced to the diverse range of careers available in the manufacturing sector. Students will tour Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s School of Mining, Energy & Manufacturing, as well as a local manufacturing facility, to observe industry professionals at work and learn about their careers. To register, go to https://saskatooniec.ca/manufacturing-and-mining/ The registration deadline is Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

3) THINK Mining – Engineering, Mining Operations, and Geology Career Exploration is Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM with the University of Regina. Grade 10 to 12 students will enjoy an interactive day exploring in-demand and high-paying careers within the Saskatchewan Mining Industry. THINK Mining student participants may have the opportunity to explore an actual mine site. Online Registration is now open at Google Form for THINK Mining Student Registrationprintable Parent Permission Form is available at – 251113 -THINK Mining

 

USask PA Campus Open House

October 21st, 2025

Students who are wondering what life as a University of Saskatchewan (USask) student in Prince Albert is like, are encouraged to attend the USask’s PA Campus Open House! The information fair is on Friday, October 24th from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. This is an opportunity to: meet representatives from your future college, learn about academic programs at the Prince Albert campus, tour popular places and learn how to apply for admission. For more information, and to register, go to https://admissions.usask.ca/tours-and-events/prince-albert-campus-open-house.php

 

U of R: What is Engineering Day

October 16th, 2025

Are curious about science, innovation, or making a real-world impact? On Thursday, November 6th, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the U of R Campus, the Faculty of Engineering is hosting a fantastic opportunity for students, parents and guardians to explore what engineering is all about. Students will hear from passionate professors, U of R students, and special guests, meet future classmates, bust some engineering myths, and win awesome prizes. ​What is Engineering Day – a full-day, hands-on event designed for high school students across Saskatchewan. No prior experience needed — just curiosity and enthusiasm! Interested students can register at What is Engineering 2025 – Registration!

 

House of Commons: Page Program Recruitment Campaign

October 16th, 2025

Each year, 40 bilingual students graduating from high schools and CEGEPs from across Canada are selected to participate in the House of Commons Page Program. Pages work directly on the floor of the House of Commons and are responsible for a wide range of tasks related to Chamber activities. This provides them with the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of Parliament by playing a role in the rich traditions of the Canadian parliamentary system. To be considered, candidates must submit their application and a résumé (maximum of two pages) through the House of Commons career portal by the deadline. Eligible candidates must be starting full-time or part-time post-secondary studies in September 2026 at the University of Ottawa, Carleton University, Saint Paul University, Université du Québec en Outaouais, Collège La Cité or Algonquin College. Successful candidates will be required to reside in the National Capital Region during their year of employment as a Page.

The recruitment campaign for the 2026-2027 Page Program is open from September 29 to November 9, 2025Interested students can follow the link to the website (ourcommons.ca/page) to submit their resume. Various social media outlets are available to follow: Facebook (facebook.com/hocpagescdc) and/or Instagram (instagram.com/hoc_pages_cdc).

 

Saskatchewan Health Authority: Volunteer Experience

September 25th, 2025

Victoria Hospital, Herb Bassett Home and Pineview Terrace welcome students to join the Youth-In-Action program (serve patients & residents in a healthcare environment, visit, play cards/games, paint nails, read, play music/sing etc.). The program runs from November to May. Interviews begin in September. The application deadline is Monday, October 13th. To apply, use the QR code below or on Edsby:

 

University of British Columbia: October 2nd

September 25th, 2025

A representative from UBC will be at the school on Thursday, October 2 from 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm in Room 207. She will give a presentation and answer any questions students may have regarding the University of British Columbia. For a 2026 Prospective Undergraduate Student Guide, go to 2026_UBCStudentGuide_web.pdf

 

Opening Doors to Tomorrow Career Fair: October 15th

September 17th, 2025

The Opening Doors to Tomorrow Career Fair is being held at the Art Hauser Center on Wednesday, October 15th (Day 2). The benefit of this career/job fair cannot be overstated for students. Students in Grade 9 are meeting career education outcomes by attending, as well as planning what classes to take once in Grade 10-12 to best meet their career ambitions. For the students in Grade 10-12, the connection is clear, as these students are on the cusp of graduating and have some significant decisions ahead of them. All Grade 9 classes will be attending. Grade 10-12 students who are interested in attending will need to sign up as there is limited space for bussing. Grade 10-12 students who are interested in attending are to complete the registration form by Tuesday, September 23rd at noon.

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PA SaskPolytech Open House: October 9th

September 17th, 2025

The journey from where you are to where you want to be is all about connection. At Sask Polytech we connect classrooms to careers, ambition to actuality and community to opportunity. Take control of your future and make your connection at our Prince Albert Open House on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at the PA Campus, Technical Building on 1100 15th St E. At the Open House, prospective students and their parents can learn more about: programs and opportunities,  applications and admission processes, scholarships/ awards/bursaries,  and services for students

This event is open to high school students from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. (Students must find their own transportation, have a parent excuse them from school for the afternoon and register via the link Open House). This event is open to students and the public from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

 

SSBA AWARD: 2 x $3,000

May 15th, 2025

Each year, the Saskatchewan School Boards Association (SSBA) awards two $3,000 scholarships to graduating Saskatchewan high school students going into post-secondary study: the Degree Program Scholarship (sponsored by AON) and the Technical/Trade Program Scholarship (sponsored by Manulife). Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of demonstrated good character, community leadership, financial need, and a 500-word essay. The application deadline is August 31st, 2025. To access the application form and view the rubric that is being used to score the scholarships, go to https://saskschoolboards.ca/about-us/awards-and-scholarships/education-scholarships/

 

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: Jack Moore Memorial Scholarship/Burgess Bursary

May 15th, 2025

Saskatchewan Command is offering 10 Scholarships and 10 Bursaries of $500 each. Students may apply for a Scholarship, a Bursary, or both. Scholarships and Bursaries are awarded based on Grade 12 academic performance using the Transcript of Secondary Level Achievement (Gr. 12 departmental marks). In addition, Bursaries are awarded based on financial need. Details about selection criteria, as well as an application form are available at https://sasklegion.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/SB-Applicaton-Criteria-2021-1.pdf  The deadline to apply is August 15th.