From Our Career Teacher Team March 2019

FROM OUR CAREER TEACHER TEAM MARCH 2019

Student Career News

Career Updates from Sun West School Division * Canadian Student Leadership Conference Opportunity: Sun West School Division Students who will be in Grade 9-12 in the upcoming 2019-2020 school year and are interested in a Student Leadership opportunity may want to investigate the chance to apply for a board - sponsored travel opportunity to the Canadian Student Leadership Conference in September 2019. For more information on the Canadian Student Leadership Pre Conference and Conference, see: https://cslc2019.studentleadership.ca/conference-details/ Please inquire with your Principal, SRC Advisor, or Career Counsellor for application details. The deadline to apply to be a Sun West Student Delegate at CSLC 2018 is NOON on March 13th. * Sun West Student Leadership Conference: Shoot for the Stars! Student leaders from across Sun West School Division are busy planning their annual Student Leadership Conference open to Grade 7 through 12 students from across our school division. SLC will be held in Biggar on April 11th (evening) and 12th. Cody Deaner and Nick Foley will be sure to inspire as our keynote speakers. As well, session and activities led by our Sun West student leaders will engage delegates. Come and “Shoot for the Stars!”. Principals and SRC Advisors will be receiving registration details soon.

* Telemiracle: We recognize the incredible contributions of our students, staff, and schools in support of this year’s Telemiracle. It is so amazing to see performances and hear stories of how our small rural communities have come together to raise funds and awareness for such an important Saskatchewan cause. Fine examples of volunteerism, leadership, character, and kindness. Kudos all!

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Occupation Spotlight Consider a career as a Power Engineer To learn more about this exciting opportunity contact: Sun West DLC online program trains students Kurtis Heath for a career right out of high school Vice-Principal Sun West Distance Learning A job that matters Centre Ph: 306-252-1000 Power engineers are certified professionals who are essential to keeping E: [email protected] power plants running in hospitals, pulp mills, oil upgraders, refineries, W: www.sunwestdlc.ca manufacturing plants and countless other operations. Power engineers are often individuals with a strong mechanical aptitude who enjoy math and science. An in demand profession

Power engineers are already in demand and it is expected that demand will be increasing. Currently approximately 30,000 power engineers are employed in Canada but at current retirement rates, it is expected there will be as many as 11,000 vacancies in the next 5-10 years and only about 8,000 new power engineers to fill those positions. Train to be certified as a Power Engineer

Traditionally, individuals interested in pursuing training to become a 4th class power engineer must take programs like those offered through Saskatchewan Polytechnic after they have graduated high school. To help meet the immediate and increasing demand for power engineers, the Sun West Distance Learning Centre (DLC) in cooperation with Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon, has developed a program that allows students to train to become a power engineer outside a standard classroom. This program is recognized by the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) and upon completion, a student is qualified to begin employment as 4th class power engineer.

 four online high school credit courses taught by teacher who is also a 4th class power engineer and by a 3rd class power engineer with over 30 years of industry experience;  there is an exam following the completion of the first two courses and then again after the second two courses. For certification purposes, students require a mark of 65% or more on each exam. There will be a fee for both exams, which are administered by TSASK.  Certification requires 200 hours of hands-on training. The Sun West DLC program provides students with the option of while taking line classes, to participate in six hands-on week-end labs provided by a power engineer in either Outlook or Kindersley. These labs provide 80 hours of mandatory hands-on training;  an additional 120 hours of hands-on training will still be required for certification. Sun West DLC students can take the remaining hours at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon where it will cost approximately $2500. This cost is significantly lower than the standard costs for hands- on training due to the 80 hours of training already provided by the Sun West DLC.

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News

A. The Sun West Career Development Facebook Page: was created to help students/families stay up-to-date with timely information. If interested, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/SWCareerConnectors/

B. Relevance Magazine: Relevance is an awesome Saskatchewan career-focused magazine for young people.

C. WorkSafe Saskatchewan: invites Grade 9-12 students to create a 2 minute video with a worksafe message. The first prize is $1,000! See the WorkSafe Website for eligibility, criteria, rules, regulations, etc. #FocusOnSafety Due March 28th.

D. Skills Canada: is an event which allows students to demonstrate their skills. The Saskatchewan Provincial Competition is scheduled for April 2019 but now is the time to start preparing if interested in this event. If interested in participating, check with your Career Counsellor or Teachers at your school to see if there are possibilities.

E. Canada’s Most In Demand Jobs for 2019

F. College of Kinesiology Aquatics: The College of Kinesiology aquatics program regularly looks to hire and train lifeguards and swim instructors. Students with necessary qualification can apply for a job at the U of S or other aquatic facility. Lifeguarding and Swim Instructor jobs are awesome opportunities for high school students because of flexible shifts and great pay. Students also develop many transferable skills through involvement.

G. Seeking Employment?: Now is a great time to begin updating your resume, cover letter, ePortfolio, etc. and begin researching summer job or other work opportunities. To begin your search, inquire locally about options (access your allies!), view sites such as: http://www.careers.gov.sk.ca/studentjobs https://ca.indeed.com/Saskatchewan-Summer-jobs http://www.cooljobscanada.com/ http://www.macleans.ca/work/jobs/10-websites-with-summer-jobs-for-students/ Saskjobs Workopolis myBlueprint (great for creating resumes and/or sharing your portfolio with a potential employer.

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H. Various Exchange/Travel/Learning Opportunities: a. Learn French: Explore is a five week intensive language program for students in Grade 11 and 12. Students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language while experiencing another region in Canada. b. Student Exchange Programs offer Grade 10 and 11 students the opportunity to host students from Quebec for three months in the fall before travelling to Quebec for three months. c. Communicating for Agriculture Education Program: This is an opportunity for students to gain agriculture work experience in various parts of the world. d. Encounters with Canada e. Canada Youth Forum f. Variety of Canadian Opportunities

I. US College Expo: Opportunity to connect with representatives from United States coleges. Learn more about the selection and application process, student athlete information, etc. Please register in advance.

J. Great Plains College: a. Open Houses - Various dates or book a visit on your own. b. Practical Nursing Program in Swift Current – deadline is March 31st. c. Scholarships – there are a number of Entrance Scholarships, Grade 11 Early Entrance Scholarships, etc. available. Please inquire for details.

K. University of Alberta a. Indigenous Student Discovery Day: Indigenous students in Grades 10, 11, and 12 are invited to take part in a one-day uAlberta experience on May 15th. Must register in advance. b. Infinite Possibilities – Explore programming options today. c. Registration 101 Workshops – There are a number of online workshops with registration tips, how-to videos, etc. d. Mark updates: Students who have applied can continue to update marks and submit courses as new information becomes available. e. Campus Tours: Bookings are available through April 26th. Also open for Saturday tours on April 13th.

L. University of British Columbia (including UBC Okanagan) a. Prospective Student Info at UBCO and Prospective Student Info at UBC b. Kelowna: An Outdoor Playground with An Urban, Start-up Spirit; explore UBCO Programming.

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M. University of Calgary a. Learn about U of C’s first and second choice options when applying for admission. b. Explore program options.

N. University of Lethbridge: a. High school students and new to post-secondary applicants can apply using the online application form. For additional information about applying to the University of Alberta, please see uab.ca/adm101. b. University of Lethbridge Programs and Degrees

O. University of Regina a. SAMS (Student Awards Management System) allows students to search and apply online for the U of R scholarships and awards. Deadline is March 15th. b. Student Awards and Financial Aid Scholarship Workshops will be held on the following dates in the Main Archer Library, in the Regina Room on Tuesday, March 5th at 4:00pm; Monday, March 11th at 5:00pm. Students and parents are welcome. The SAMS instruction link may also prove helpful if unable to attend in person. c. Parent Information – this link contains useful info for parents. d. Living Learning Communities – is a group of students with similar interests, values, and academic programs that get together to support one another. e. Education: The Teacher Education Application Profile (TEAP) is to be filled out instead of the “High School” application when starting the online process. For more information, see website. Students can now apply for this all year long. f. For those that have applied to the U of R, see the Admissions Checklist for info on next steps. g. Thinking of a Gap Year? The opportunity to work, travel, volunteer, etc. can be very valuable. The U of R has an option for you to consider –click on Gap Year.

P. University of Saskatchewan a. The Priority Deadline to apply to the U of S is February 15th. This maximizes student award potential for both the Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships and the Competitive Entrance Awards. b. The Edwards School of Business offers a dual credit online course for high school students. Students can complete COMM 101.3 Introduction to Business online to receive credit towards a university degree and high school credit for Introduction to Business 30L. Scholarships to be awarded. c. Admissions to Agriculture and Bioresources has been extended to March 15th. d. U of S College of Engineering has REMOVED CALCULUS 30 as a prerequisite for admission. Effective for the 2019 2020 admissions, required Grade 12 classes

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are now Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, and Physics 30. Applications remain open and the final deadline to apply for the Fall 2019 Term is May 1st. e. Learning Communities are a fantastic option which a number of our students have registered for in the past. The Learning Communities involve small groups of students who enroll in a common set of classes. They gather weekly for peer mentor meetings and to study. First year students enrolling in Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts & Science, Engineering and Kinesiology classes are encouraged to apply. Signup begins in May of 2019 for the fall. f. Residence applications for the U of S Fall 2019-2020 are now available Online tours of Residences are also available at the U of S Residence FB Page. g. Students applying to U of S are required to create an online application file and upload applicable documents. All official documents (transcripts, English Language proficiency etc.) must be sent through mail by the appropriate authority such as the Ministry of Education. h. University of Saskatchewan Summer Classes give students a head start on their degree program and can lighten the fall academic load. The deadline to apply is May 15th. Be sure to contact a U of S Career Counsellor for assistance.

Q. Saskatchewan Polytechnic a. Insight will be held April 10th at all campuses. This is a great chance for students to experience hands-on activities and learn about program offerings. b. Information Nights will be held in Moose Jaw and Saskatoon on March 27th and Prince Albert and Regina on March 28th. Attend for campus tours, presentations, etc. c. Saskatchewan Polytechnic corresponds with students electronically through students’ Saskpolytechnic accounts. So, if you applied and are curious about updates, please check your account regularly. d. Business Certificate Program: Did you know Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers a Business Certificate Program? The program is offered full-time in Saskatoon and is the first year of the Diploma Program. As well, the Business Certificate is transferable to the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, and other post-secondary institutions. The average class size is 25 students and allows for personalized, collaborative, and interactive learning. The certificate provides a solid foundation to areas in accounting, marketing, management, human resources, finance, entrepreneurship, etc. e. A Medical Diagnostics Programs Applicant Information Session is planned for April 10th in Saskatoon. If interested in applying, please make plans to attend. This event is a part of the phase 2 application process involving Career Investigation. f. What about IT? Grade 10-12 students can explore Computer Engineering Technology and Business Information systems on March 15th from 9:00 to 4:00 in Moose Jaw. Please register.

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g. Sask Polytechnic has a number of New Programs! Check them out! Also, the Program Explorer is a great way to match your interests, values and skills with potential programs. h. See the FAQ page of the SaskPoly website for answers to your questions! i. Women In Trades Workshops – Open to all females 15 years and older that are interested in a basic introduction to the skilled trades. Various 2019 dates and locations. j. Step-by-Step Admissions

R. Lakeland College: a. Prospective Students Overview – visit this webpage to sign up for student-for-a- day opportunities. Opportunities to attend information and orientation sessions also exist. On March 8th, you can visit the campus to explore the following programs except Street Rod Technologies (which will be March 15th). Register in advance. i. Agriculture Sciences ii. Business iii. Energy and Petroleum Technology iv. Environmental Sciences v. Health and Wellness vi. Human Services vii. Interior Design viii. Street Rod Technologies – March 15th

S. Lethbridge College: a. Planning to attend Lethbridge College? Check out the Viewbook for 2019/2020!

T. Medicine Hat College: a. Medicine Hat College offers in-person campus tours and group visit options. “Be A Student for A Day” opportunities March 11th-15th. Check out the website for details. As well, you can visit MHC virtually!

U. Olds College: a. Olds Open House If you missed the Open House, you can tour virtually! b. Upcoming Preview Days include Fashion on March 7th, Agriculture and Trades on March 22, and Land and Horticulture on April 5th. Pre-register.

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Upcoming Events

This section is intended to keep you posted of various events and open houses. However, every student’s life/career plan is personalized. As such, you are encouraged to research additional opportunities that may be more suited to your life/career planning process.

Open Applications for the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing are open. This is a unique program between the University of Regina and Saskatchewan Polytechnic. It allows students an opportunity to engage in clinical placement very early on in their learning. There are regional options available in Swift Current and North Battleford as well. Investigate details. VARIOUS Old College Preview Days – Must register in advance. March 7 March 7 – Fashion March 22 March 22 – Agriculture and Trades April 5 April 5 – Horticulture and Land March 8 Informational and Orientation Sessions at Lakeland College March 8 The Social Preview: Human Service Programs at Lakeland College Mar 9 Machining Bootcamp – learn more about Machinist Trade. For ages 15+ Mar 15 Lakeland College Vermilion Preview – Street Rod Technologies Mar 15 SAMS This is the U of R program which helps students search and apply online for U of R scholarships and awards. If you applied for U of R, you should consider searching the database for possible opportunities. Deadline March 15th. Mar 15 Priority Deadline for applications to U of R. If students apply by this deadline, they will get front-of-the-line registration and advising and be guaranteed a spot in residence and be eligible for entrance awards. Mar 20 Western College of Remedial Massage Therapies Information Night in Regina Common Massage Therapy Practices include Spas, Chiropractic Clinics, Physiotherapy Clinics, Massage Therapy Clinics, Fitness Facilities, Hospitals and Senior Care Homes. Mar 27 Sask Polytechnic Information Nights in Moose Jaw and Saskatoon Mar 28 Sask Polytechnic Information Nights in Prince Albert and Regina April 6 US Expo – Opportunity to connect with representatives from United States coleges. Learn more about the selection and application process, student athlete information, etc. Please register in advance. April 9-10 CONTACT Conference 2019: You Career, Your Adventure This is an amazing opportunity for Career Counsellors, Career Education Teachers, etc. to learn about areas pertinent to the big picture of career development. April 10 Insight: Student to spend a half day (AM) experiencing hands-on activities and leanring about specific programs, admissions, and application processes at Sask Polytechnic April 10 Diagnostic Medical Professions Career Exploration & SK Polytechnic Applicant Information Sessions. Grade 11 or 12 students interested in learning more about the following programs are STRONLY encouraged to attend: Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technology (CLXT), Cytotechnology (CYTO), Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS), Magnetic Resonance Technologist (MRI), Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA), Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT), Phlebotomy

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April 12 Skills Work! Young Women’s Conference – open to Grade 9-12 females. Saskatchewan Canada Saskatchewan is being hosted on April 12th from 8:45 to 3:15pm in Saskatoon this year. April 16 Careers in Welding in Regina from 5:00 to 8:00 at SaskPolytech. This will provide parents and students with the opportunity to tour the shop, learn about welding careers, etc. Register at mypath.

Note: This newsletter is to inform families of career investigation opportunities. However, post- secondary events and open houses are NOT school sponsored. Thus, your parents must excuse you from school if you plan to attend any of the opportunities advertised in this newsletter. It is highly recommended that parents attend events with their children.

Scholarships

It is virtually impossible to inform you of all possible scholarship opportunities. However, the fact of that matter is that significant scholarship funding goes untapped each and every year! As students, please take some time to research and investigate possible sources of funding. An investment of time and energy can lead to $$$! Local Scholarships: Each of our Sun West Schools have different local scholarship opportunities, procedures, packages, deadlines, etc. If you are in Grade 12, be sure to inquire with your Principal and/or Career Counsellor for information specific to your school. Scholarships: Following are just a few of the multitude of scholarship opportunities available based on current investigations with students. Begin investigating today!

Due Date Scholarship Amount Criteria Nov 1 – Indspire Awards: Various Students may apply for financial awards June 1 Building Brighter based on area of studies. These Futures scholarships are for Indigenous students. Mar 1 (U of CAA Scholarship $2,500 Must be planning to attend U of S, U of R, S) or SaskPoly. Must be a CAA Saskatchewan March 15 Entrance Member or child of a Member as well as a (U of R Scholarship Saskatchewan resident. Program Start Date Based on academic excellence, economic (SaskPoly) need, community involvement, etc. See website for details.

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Mar 1 Stacey Levitt 1 * $2,500 Short essay on living life to the fullest and Memorial Award helping others. Reference letter required.

Mar 1 (U of CAA Scholarships $2,500 Entrance Must be planning to attend U of S, U of R, S) Scholarships or Sask Poly. Must be a CAA March 15 Saskatchewan Member or child of a (U of R) members as well as a SK resident. April 1 (Sask Poly) Based on academic excellence, economic need, community involvement, etc. Mar 1 Agriculture Student $4,000 Grade 12 or recent high school graduate Scholarship $2,000 planning to take ag-related post secondary education before the fall of 2019. Our Food Has a Story submission

Mar 1 Canadian Association 1 * 250 One Grade 12 student per school may be of Principals Student nominated by the Principal. Leadership Based on leadership activities in the school and community and academic achievement. Nominee must complete the questionnaire and essay. Mar 3 Beaverbrook Vimy Winners will Open to young people 15-17 years old. Prize travel August 7th Essay submission, reference letters, and -20th, 2019 motivation letters required. Mar 11 Remax Quest for 16 * $1,000 Open to Grade 12 students. Must describe Excellence leadership involvements and community Scholarship contributions.

Mar 15 Queen’s Diamond 6 & $1,000 For Grade 12 students who are at risk of not Jubilee Scholarship succeeding in their first post-secondary year due to financial burdens and vulnerable circumstances. Note: School Admin can nominate students who are at risk of not completing high school. Mar 15 The Prince of Wales 20 * $500 For Grade 11 students living with and Duchess of vulnerable circumstances to assist with Cornwall Scholarship completing Grade 12 education. Note: School Admin can nominate students who are at risk of not completing high school. Mar 15 The Leonard 40 * $1,000 to Students must enroll in a full-time Foundation Financial $1,500 undergraduate program and participate Assistance Program regularly in athletic or military activities. Personal qualities showing a potential for leadership are a requirement. Preference given to daughter or sons of ordained clergy, elementary or secondary school teachers, and Canadian military

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Mar 31 SaskTel Scholarships 7 * $3,000 Saskatchewan resident (applications open in Enrolled or plan to enrol in full-time studies January) at a SK Post-secondary institutions. Enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate course directly related to telecommunications such as Computer Science, Engineering, Accounting, Business Admin, etc.) 75%+ average on most recent academics. Mar 31 Saskatchewan 4 * $3000 Open to students between 8 and 18. Weekly Newspaper Must demonstrate dedication to Association (SWNA) school/community, caring nature, ability to Jr. Citizen of the overcome challenges, etc. Year Award Talk to your Principal or Career Development Teacher if you wish to be nominated. Mar 31 Central Plains Co-op $1,000 3 components: Scholarship Transcript of recent academic standing Resume Short Video posted to FB Page as an infomercial. Mar 31 The TESL Sask $1,000 Applicants must be a recent immigrant or Student Bursary refugee and a Saskatchewan resident. Must demonstrate financial need. April 1 Stuck At Prom $10,000 This is a creative and fun contest – but not for everyone!  Use your imagination to create Duck Tape prom fashions in either the “Dress” or “Tux” category for a chance to win $10,000! April 14 Ken Dryden 8 * $3,000 For students currently or formerly in the Scholarship Or care of the Canadian Child Welfare system. 80% tuition Essays about achievements, aspirations, and personal support required.

April 15 Sask Tel Indigenous Recognition for To recognize achievement. Nominees must Youth Awards of Achievement be of Aboriginal ancestry, between 14 and Excellence 18 years of age, and have demonstrated outstanding commitment and/or ability in one of 10 categories. April 18 Access Scholarship 20 * $1,000 Criteria include volunteerism, grades, and community building. April 28 Mary Joyce Booth 2 * $1,500 Available to French as a Second Language Scholarship (FSL) students entering first year of a post- secondary program in the French language.

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April Paddy O’Rourke $1,000 Must be accepted into a post-secondary Poetry Scholarship program with one class in the literary arts. Letter indicating reason why you should receive award. Sample of poetry.

May 17 TransCanada Up to $10,000 Available to students from Canada and Scholarship beyond. Students can answer five questions on their website to see if they pre-qualify. Must be enrolled in a post-secondary institutions, a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, located near TransCanada’s operations or projects, benefit from funding. May 31 Saskatchewan Union $500 Opent to Grade 12 students who are of Nurses Local #11 enrolled with Kindersley Composite School, Bursary Eaton School, Eston Composite School, NWCS, or Westcliffe Composite School. Must complete application in addition to a letter indicating interest in health care field, involvement and/or volunteer work, achievements, future nursing goals, etc. Must be used for an approved registered nursing program. Application available from Principals or Career Counsellors. June 30 Grade 11 Early $1,000 Min 70% average in certain Grade 11 Entrance Awards at classes Great Plains College apply before June 30th Aug 28 Jack Moore 10 scholarships Students may apply for scholarship, Memorial bursary, or both. Must be: Scholarship and 10 bursaries Resident of SK Burgess Bursary A child, grandchild or great-grandchild of Saskatchewan $500 each current or former serving member of Command Canadian Armed or Allied Forces or RCMP; and entering first year of post secondary education. Career Counsellors have the application form. Various CWB Welding Various Must be accepted into full-time welding Foundation Awards Amounts program for post-secondary. Complete online form Apply as early Provide 2 references (not family) as possible Current transcript Letter of recommendation 500 word essay Various 4-H Scholarships Various Must be a member of 4-H programs

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Scholarship Application Tips:  Do your research! There are scholarship opportunities for almost everyone! Make time to investigate by talking to your Career Counsellor, parents, visiting related websites, etc. o http://www.scholarshipscanada.com/ o https://yconic.com/ o https://scholartree.ca  Plan in Advance. Some scholarships may require essays, reference letters, etc. Be sure to allow yourself and others time to prepare, edit, revise, etc. any needed documentation.  Choose your reference wisely  Double check criteria, follow instructions, adhere to deadlines  Save your work to a word document. As you start to apply for multiple scholarships, you will soon realize that many of your responses can be tweaked and used again!

In addition to Scholarship opportunities, you may want to investigate Student Loans, accessing RESP’s, etc.

Info as shared by the Canada Education Savings Program:

Planning for a child’s post-secondary education, whether it is in an apprenticeship program, CEGEP, trade school, college or university, can open up a world of opportunities for a child.

To help save for a child’s future studies, the Government of Canada provides two education savings incentives, which are deposited into a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP).

 The Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) consists of a basic amount of 20% on the first $2,500 in annual personal contributions to an RESP (this grant is available to all eligible beneficiaries regardless of family income), as well as the additional amount of Canada Education Savings Grant, which is:

a) 10% on the first $500 of annual personal contributions for children from families with an adjusted income greater than $46,605 and up to $93,208; or, b) 20% on the first $500 of annual personal contributions for children from families with an adjusted income of $46,605 or less.

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CESG is available until the end of calendar year in which the beneficiary turns 17, and the maximum lifetime amount, including the additional amount of Canada Education Savings Grant, is $7,200.

 The Canada Learning Bond (CLB) is available for eligible children from low-income families born in 2004 or later and provides an initial payment of $500 plus $100 for each year of eligibility, up to age 15, for a maximum of $2,000. Personal contributions are not required to receive the CLB.

RESPs are the only savings vehicle that attract the federal and, where applicable, provincial education savings incentives. The money saved in an RESP is not only used to help with tuition, but can also be used to pay for housing, transportation and other education-related expenses, such as textbooks, equipment, supplies, etc., once enrolled in post-secondary education.

CWEX Employer Spotlight:

West Central Mechanical, Dodsland

In a small, rural community, many students have to travel to find meaningful work experience placements. Students from North West Central School, in Plenty, who are interested in automotive mechanics can stay close to home thanks to Allan Bacon at WCM.

Allan is a NWCS graduate himself. He has operated the business for 8 years and currently has 5 employees. If you look in the shop on an afternoon, you will most likely see more than that working, as Allan has be generously accepting students for work experience and trade specific hours.

This year, he has helped 5 students obtain 6 credits in CWEX and Mechanics, and there will be more to come. He is encouraging and flexible. He has allowed students to gain confidence in their trade and transferable skills while obtaining school credits in a non- threatening work environment. Students say they are glad to get to practice their skills and try things they have never done. “Alan is a good boss. He jokes around and has fun, but is serious about the important things.”

Thank you Allan and West Central Mechanical for supporting the learning of today’s youth.

- Submitted by Mrs. Amanda Ross, Career Development Teacher at NWCS and RCHS.

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Sincerely,

Sun West Career Development LEAD Teachers

Ms. Talie Chupik - BCS 2000 Ms. Char Dansereau - Beechy School, Dinsmore Composite School, Kyle Composite School, Lucky Lake School Mrs. Rietta Frick-Davis - Rosetown Central High School Ms. Renee Harrison - Sun West Distance Learning Centre Mr. Ryan Johnson - Davidson High School, Kenaston School, Loreburn School Ms. Heidi Marchant - Kindersley Composite School Mr. Sam Motier - Elrose Composite School, Eaton School, Eston Composite School, Westcliffe Composite School Mrs. Amanda Ross - North West Central School Mrs. Ellyse Theede/Mrs. Shannon Stephenson - Outlook High School Mrs. Vanessa Lewis - Learning Consultant