SaskTel Indigenous Youth Awards: Gr 9-12

March 6th, 2026

The SaskTel Indigenous Youth Awards of Excellence recognize youth achievement in the following categories: Outstanding Academic Achievement, Leadership, Culture & Community, Sports/Recreation, and Arts & Science. Applicants can apply in multiple categories but can only win once. Eligibility criteria includes: must be of First Nations, Metis, or Inuit ancestry; must be between 14 and 18 years of age as of June 28, 2025; must be a resident of Saskatchewan and a registered student in Saskatchewan; must be able to demonstrate outstanding commitment and/or ability in one of the award categories (2 reference letters are required with current contact information for each reference as they will be contacted). The deadline for applications is Thursday, April 30, 2026. The awards event will be held Friday, June 5, 2026. For additional information and to apply for an award, please go to https://www.sasktel.com/about-us/Community/Indigenous+Engagement/indigenous-youth-awards

 

 

Prince of Wales & Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship: Grade 11

March 4th, 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 Mrs. Rapin in Student Services by Monday, March 9, 2026 to be considered for nomination. For additional information, please visit Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship | Scholarships and Bursaries for Post-Secondary Education | Government of Saskatchewan

 

 

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship: Grade 12

March 4th, 2026

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 9, 2026 to be considered for nomination. For additional information, please visit Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Scholarship | Scholarships and Bursaries for Post-Secondary Education | Government of Saskatchewan

 

 

 

Post-Secondary Institute Presentations

March 3rd, 2026

Representatives from post-secondary institutions (Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies, Canadian Armed Forces, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission, and Saskatchewan Polytech) will be at the school on Friday, March 6th at 12:30 pm in the library (Room 128). Grade 11 and 12 students are invited to take this opportunity to hear about hundreds of programs offered, speak one-on-one with representatives, and apply directly to their program of choice! Contact Mrs. Gibson if you have any questions.

 

 

SMHS Grad 2026 Scholarships

February 27th, 2026
The scholarships below are being offered to grade 12 students who will be attending a post-secondary institute in the Fall of 2026. Please see the information below to see if you are eligible to apply and to begin the application process. The application deadline for all these scholarships is 8:00 am on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
1)      The Martha Prytula École St. Mary High School University Music Entrance Scholarship is a $2,000.00 scholarship and will be awarded to one student who has exhibited outstanding participation in the École St. Mary High School Band and/ or Choir and is attending a post-secondary institute in the fall of 2026 with a focus on music study. The successful applicant will receive a $2,000.00 scholarship.
2)      The Charpentier École St. Mary High School University French Entrance Scholarship is a $2,000.00 scholarship and will be awarded to one student who: is a French immersion student who has exhibited outstanding academic achievement and is attending a post-secondary institute in the fall of 2026 to study French. The successful applicant will receive a $2,000.00 scholarship.
3)      The Mark Phaneuf First Nation, Inuit and Métis (FNIM) École St. Mary High School University Entrance Scholarship will be providing 4 scholarships sponsored by an anonymous donor, First Nations Insurance Services Limited Partnership, and the Northern Lights Casino, this is for self-declared First Nation, Inuit and Métis students who: will be attending a post-secondary institute in the Fall of 2026, has exhibited outstanding participation in the École St. Mary High School extra-curricular activities and academic achievement. In addition, priority may be given to those who demonstrate financial need. The successful applicant(s) will receive a $2,000.00 scholarship.
4)      The Alex Prytula Scholarship is a $2000.00 scholarship that will be presented to a male and a female student. The criteria for the award is as follows: outstanding contributions, financial need, and academics.
5)      The Immigration University Entrance Scholarship will be presented to one student who has immigrated to Canada and demonstrates outstanding contributions, financial need, and academics. The successful applicant will receive a $2,000.00 scholarship.
** All applications for these of these scholarships must provide the following:
·        Proof of acceptance (letter, email) into a post-secondary program
·        A high-resolution digital photo (2-3 megabyte JPG, not PNG) of the applicant doing an activity (sports, dance, volunteering etc.). Please do not copy the JPG onto a word document, use a JPG sent in a text message, or use a JPG sent in an email with other photos, since these scenarios compress the size of the JPG.
If you have any questions, see Ms. McLeod or message her via Edsby. Use the following link (or on Edsby) to apply: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ktew3fs5vE6W1gmVNKysT6vocE7fn19DkR5uT6YzcyBUQlpSMklWNDlWUjM5VjVXWElCWlVWM1M4UyQlQCNjPTEu
 

U of S: Competitive Entrance Awards

February 5th, 2026

Competitive Entrance Awards include numerous scholarships and bursaries that can be accessed by many students with diverse experiences. Students will be considered based on academic achievement, financial need and/or contributions to school and community life. Some awards recognize particular backgrounds, acknowledge contributions to certain clubs or reward achievement in music and athletics. All entering students are encouraged to apply. To be considered:

  • Complete your U of S application for admission by Sunday, February 15th
  • Fill out and submit the Competitive Entrance Awards online application by Sunday, March 1st in PAWS

 

 

SCOTIABANK: Financial Wellness Scholarship (10 x $3,000)

February 5th, 2026

Scotiabank is offering 10 scholarships worth $3,000 each available to Grade 12 students across Canada. Phase 1 of the application process consists of a written submission about your financial wellness goals and how this scholarship will support your post-secondary journey. The deadline for Written Phase 1 is April 24, 2026 11:59:59 PM ET. Top applicants from Phase 1 will be invited to submit a short video for Phase 2 to complete their application. The deadline for Video Phase 2 is May 19, 2026 11:59:59 PM ET. For additional information, and to apply go to https://education.myblueprint.ca/scotia/#financial-wellness-scholarship-details

 

SASKPOLYTECH: Indigenous Student Spend-a-Day

January 30th, 2026

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is pleased to invite Indigenous Grade 11 students to the Indigenous Student Spend‑A‑Day event on March 4, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert Campus – Technical Building (Gymnasium). This event is designed to introduce Indigenous students to the wide range of programs available at Sask Polytech. Throughout the day, students will have the chance to explore hands‑on activities, learn about different career pathways, meet instructors, and gain a clearer understanding of their options after high school. The goal is to create a welcoming, informative experience that supports students as they begin planning their post‑secondary journey. This year’s focus is Grade 11 students so they are exposed to Sask Polytech early enough to explore programs, identify their areas of interest, and be ready to apply when applications open next fall. Lunch, snacks and transportation will be provided. Indigenous students who are interested in attending must complete the form using the link SK Poly Indigenous Student Spend a Day- March 4th – Fill out form by Wednesday, February 11th at noon. Please see Mrs. Gibson if you have any questions.

 

Grad 2026 Awards: Ecole St Mary High School Scholarship & John M. Cuelenaere Memorial Scholarship

January 29th, 2026

Grade 12 students are invited to apply for the following graduation awards:

  • École St. Mary High School Scholarship ($2,000)
  • John M. Cuelenaere Memorial Scholarship ($2,000)

An Edsby announcement has a PDF that outlines the scholarship criteria, including eligibility requirements and the focus of each award. There is also a Forms application that students must complete using their school email login.

The deadline to apply for the awards is Tuesday, February 24th at 9:00 am.

Students are encouraged to review the criteria carefully before submitting their application. If you have any questions or require clarification, please see Ms. McLeod.

 

U of R: Admission on the Spot

January 29th, 2026
The Admission of the Spot event is Wednesday, February 4th at Carlton from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
• Waived application fee – save $100!
• Receive help completing the application
• Leave the event admitted to your faculty of choice (except programs: Indigenous Education, Music Education, Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
• Family members are welcome to attend!
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