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Victoria Hospital, Herb Bassett Home, and Pineview Terrace invite Grades 9 to 12 students to join the Youth-In-Action Volunteer Program (visit, play cards/games, read, paint nails, play music/sing etc.). Students must apply online at www.saskhealthauthority.ca and then click on Careers & Volunteering. Volunteer applications must be completed by Friday, September 29th and interviews will be conducted after school with all new applicants during the week of Monday, October 2, 2023 to Friday, October 6, 2023. An orientation session for new volunteers will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023. All volunteers must attend. For more information please phone Volunteer Coordinators (Charlene Bernard, Sharan Kaur, or Corinne Loch) at 306-765-6119. Also, members of SHA will be at École St Mary High School on Monday, September 18th, during the lunch hour, to answer questions and assist with applications. 

On Thursday, May 11^th, Sask Polytechnic will be hosting a hands-on career fair for grade 10/11/12 students who are interested in the areas of Carpentry, Welding, and Industrial Mechanics. Students will depart École St. Mary High School at 9:30 am and will return to the school around 3:00 pm. Transportation and lunch will be provided. There are approximately 20 spots available. The deadline to sign up is Friday, April 21. See Ms. McLeod if you have any questions. Please use the forms link to access additional information and to sign up: Junior Achievement Career Fair for Trades (office.com)

The Prince Albert Community Service Centre (101-15th Street West) is offering three workshops from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm on the following dates: February 28th – March 2nd, March 7th – March 9th and March 21st – March 23rd. Participants will prepare resumes, practice interview skills and learn about the hidden job market. Classes are limited to six participants so register early! Additional information, a registration form and a parental consent form are available at http://pa.pursueonline.com/index.php/community/

The University of Regina is hosting an Admission-On-The-Spot and Information Night on Wednesday, February 8 from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm at Carlton Comprehensive Public High School. Family members are welcome to attend! For additional information, visit https://urconnected.uregina.ca/events/eventRegistration.do?actionType=&isSingleEvent=&eventRegistrationAction=registration&stringEventID=Mzkz or see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services.

• • Waived application fee (save $100!)
  • Applications processed at the event and admission to program of choice*
  • Automatic Entrance Award offers for qualified students
  • Housing promotions and scholarships for students who apply at the event

The Depot Youth Camp is a week-long summer camp (July 17-21, 2023 and July 24-28, 2023) for students in Grades 11 and 12 (ages 16-19). The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 1st. Student selection will be based on academic achievement, fitness and interest in a career in policing. While at camp, students will be issued parts of the RCMP uniform to wear and will be expected to act as a troop in training. The two camps will involve participation and observation of activities such as: drill, driver simulator training, firearms, police officer scenarios, fitness training, troop graduation, and a tour of the RCMP Heritage Centre. For more information and how to apply, please visit https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/news/2023/depot-youth-camp-now-accepting-applications-deadline-march-1-2023 and contact: “F” Division RCMP ProActive Recruiting at FDIV-ProActive-Recruiting@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

The weekend workshop is February 4 & February 5^th from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. at SaskPoly PA Campus. The content includes a) Industrial Mechanics (Millwright) where students will work with hand tools, some power tools and metal to manufacture their own take home project, and b) Welding where students will learn to assemble, tack and weld steel, use assorted shaping methods, as well as use cleaning, finishing and cutting tools. CSA approved steel toed safety boots are required for this workshop. To register, phone 306-765-1600. The course name is Industrial Mechanics/Welding CEXP-1407 CRN – 202212-1863 and the cost is $150. For more information about this workshop, please contact kelly.clegg@saskpolytech.ca.

The weekend workshop is May 6 & May 7, 2023 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at SaskPoly PA Campus. Students will learn to assemble, tack, and weld steel, use assorted shaping methods, as well as gain experience in using, cleaning, finishing, and cutting tools. while creating individual projects of “garden decor” patterns. This event is open to pairs of women who are over the age of 16. (Participants will need to register individually, but will work with their partner.) Class size will be capped at 12 (six pairs) so register early! To register, phone 306-765-1600. The course name is Creative Welding CEXP-1408 CRN – 202212-1853 and the cost is $150. For more information about this workshop, please contact kelly.clegg@saskpolytech.ca.

The SaskPolytech PA Open House is on Thursday, October 27^th from 1 pm to 3 pm and from 5 pm to 8 pm at the Saskpolytech Technical Building. There will be tours, display booths (Career Counselling, Accessibility, Indigenous Strategy Team, etc.) program information including admission requirements, hands-on demonstration for programs, information about services and support for students, as well as raffles and giveaways. For additional information, visit https://saskpolytech.ca/events/open-house.aspx

The 2022 See Your Future – Education & Career Fair will be held November 7th in Saskatoon at TCU Place. The event is presented in a high-quality trade show approach with interactive display booths. The universities, colleges and organizations with in-house training bring expertise and innovation in a variety of fields. Students are provided with in-depth information in the form of literature, technological demonstrations, seminar presentations and one-on-one consultations. For additional information, and to register, please go to https://www.seeyourfuture.ca/schools.