Career Explorations 2015: Your Answer 2 Bright Futures Friday, November 20, 2015 9:30 am to 3:00 pm Gallagher Centre in Yorkton, SK

Your Answer 2 Bright Futures

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ABOUT CAREER EXPLORATIONS 2015

The Learning Alliance, consisting of Good Spirit School Division and Parkland College, is proud to present the sixth annual Career Explorations 2015: Your Answer 2 Bright Futures. We are pleased to have Christ The Teacher School Division and their students join us again for the the opportunity to explore the many career and education options available here. This vibrant education and job exploration opportunity has been planned to provide not only students but all community members with information to help shape your future. Various educational institutions as well as area businesses are contributing to make the career fair a new and innovative way to share information in an open environment. Our intent is that this venue will provide you an opportunity to meet face-to-face with post-secondary institutions and prospective employers in an atmosphere conducive to finding answers to the many questions you may have regarding decisions about your future.

DOOR PRIZES

Access Communications Painted Hand Casino Ambrose University Parkland College Assiniboine Community College Parkland Regional Library Brandon University Parrish & Heimbecker Ltd. Canadian Forces Army Reserves PotashCorp Canadian Mennonite University SK Apprenticeship Christ the Teacher Catholic School Division Saskatoon Business College CIBC Saskatchewan Polytechnic CWA Foundation St. John Ambulance GDI - SUNTEP Regina U of R - Enrolment Services Good Spirit School Division U of R - Flexible Learning Division IBM Canada U of R - Paul J. Hill School of Business Lakeland College U of S - College of Nursing Logan Stevens Construction U of S - College of Education Louis Dreyfus Commodities U of S - Recruitment & Admissions Medicine Hat College Yorkton Co-operative Assoc. Career Explorations 2014 Floor Map

Bleachers Above ENTRANCE TO FLEXI-HALL

Door Prize 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Table 12 PASSPORT DROPOFF

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Try a Trade Area 28 80 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 Tables and Chairs 81 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 for Students 82 85 83 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 86

Tables and Chairs 87 84 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 for Students

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Exhibitor List

Access Communications 50 Parkland Regional Library 10 Ambrose University 2 Parrish & Heimbecker Ltd. 64 Army Cadets 87 PotashCorp 32 Assiniboine Community College 38 Providence University College 44 APEGS 30 RCMP 29 Avant-Garde College 37 R. H. Electric 83 Bayer Crop Science 62 Regina Police Service 61 Brandon University 41 Royal Lepage Premier Realty 15 Briercrest College & Seminary 8 Rural Municipal Administrator’s Association of SK 40 Canadian Forces Army Reserves 86 SCBScN - Saskatchewan Nursing Degree 20 Canadian Mennonite University 17 SK Apprenticeship and Trade Certification 81 Christ the Teacher School Division 11 Saskatchewan Building Trades Council 82 City of Yorkton 65 Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture 63 CIBC 59 Saskatchewan Parks, Culture & Sport 39 Coop Refinery Complex 26 Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) 52 Canadian Welding Foundation 84 Saskatoon Business College 16 Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards Program 48 SaskTel 18 Encounters With Canada 85 Saskatchewan Polytechnic FHQ Health Services 35 Student Recruitment 70 First Nations University of Canada 19 Power Sports Technician Program 69 Good Spirit School Division 12 Skills Canada Saskatchewan 46 Gabriel Dumont Institute 34 St. John Ambulance 36 Gabriel Dumont Institute - SUNTEP Regina 33 St. Peter’s College 58 Harvest Meats 4 Sunrise Health Region 51 Labour Market Services - Ministry of the Economy 9 The Mosaic Company 3 Lakeland College 28 The Recording Arts Institute of Saskatoon 42 Leon’s Manufacturing / Ram Industries 1 University of Calgary 45 Logan Stevens Construction 80 University of Lethbridge 14 Louis Dreyfus Commodities 67 University of Regina M.C. College 7 Enrolment Services 21 Maple Farm Equipment 73 Flexible Learning Division 25 Marvel Beauty School 68 Faculty of Education 23 Medicine Hat College 66 Luther College & Campion College 22 Metal Works Institute of Sound & Music Production 5 Paul J. Hill School of Business 24 Millar College of the Bible 72 University of Saskatchewan Minot State University 6 College of Agriculture & Bioresources & 54 Monsanto Canada 71 Western College of Veterinary Medicine Mount Royal University 47 College of Education 55 Nipawin Bible College 31 College of Nursing 53 Painted Hand Casino 60 Recruitment & Admissions 56 Parkland College St. Thomas More College & 57 Business 76 College of Arts & Science Emergency 78 Western Academy of Broadcasting 49 Health & Human Services 77 Western College of Remedial Massage Therapies 43 Trades 74 WorkSafe Saskatchewan 79 University 75 Yorkton Co-operative Association Limited 27

Students - drop your completed passport off at Table 13 to be entered in the prize draw!

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YOUR FUTURE.

START YOUR WHAT TO ASK EXHIBITORS AND PRESENTERS ADVENTURE.

Post-secondary education and training.

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1.866.783.6766 | parklandcollege.sk.ca WHAT TO ASK EXHIBITORS AND PRESENTERS Not sure what to say? Pick a few questions from this list. Questions for universities/colleges: 1. How long will it take to get a degree/diploma/certificate in ______? 2. Aside from the required high school subjects, what subjects should I be taking? 3. Where can I get an application form/what do I need to do to apply? 4. How many hours a week will I spend in classes? 5. How many students are accepted into the program each year? 6. What is the typical class size? 7. How much is tuition and what other costs do I need to be aware of? 8. Does a certificate/diploma program transfer to a university degree program later on if I choose to continue my education? 9. Are there scholarships, bursaries, or loans available? 10. Do instructors provide assistance or tutoring if I need extra help? 11. Is there a residence on campus? What is the cost? Are meals provided? 12. What job opportunities are available for graduates of this specific program? Questions for businesses/companies: 1. What kind of workers are employed at this company? 2. What skills or education do these jobs require? Is past work experience important in the hiring process? 3. Where would you recommend I attend training for this career? In Saskatchewan or elsewhere in Canada? 4. How will I know if this career is right for me? 5. Are job opportunities increasing in this field? What are future job prospects? 6. Where would I have to start and how long would it take to advance in this career field? 7. Do most people work 9-to-5 or outside of regular business hours? 8. How much money can I make? Do salaries vary in the company? Do salaries vary in your field by employer, region, or industry? 9. Are there frequent job changes or relocations in this line of work? 10. What personality characteristics are required for someone to do well in this field? 11. What other jobs could I do with the skills I would develop in this career? 12. Do you have any advice?

The Good Spirit School Division strives to provide safe, caring, welcoming schools for children. We work hard to foster a respec�ul learning environment to improve educa�on levels of all students in each of our 29 public schools throughout East‐Central Saskatchewan.

Christ the Teacher Catholic Schools

Christ the Teacher Catholic Schools offer Pre- Kindergarten to Grade 12 education programming in Melville, Theodore, and Yorkton. Fairview EducaƟon Centre Our schools provide exceptional educational opportunities, while nurturing a call to love and serve 63 King Street East Yorkton, SK S3N 0T7 as people of faith, living out God’ s plan. Phn: 306.786.5500 Toll Free: 1.866.390.0355

www.gssd.ca [email protected] Believe…Belong…Become

Learning Without Limits…Achievement For All

45A Palliser Way Yorkton, SK S3N 4C5 Tel 306.783.8787 Fax 306.783.4992 www.christtheteacher.ca @CTTCS_212

Christ the Teacher Catholic Schools

Christ the Teacher Catholic Schools offer Pre- Kindergarten to Grade 12 education programming in Melville, Theodore, and Yorkton. Our schools provide exceptional educational opportunities, while nurturing a call to love and serve as people of faith, living out God’ s plan.

Believe…Belong…Become

45A Palliser Way Yorkton, SK S3N 4C5 Tel 306.783.8787 Fax 306.783.4992 www.christtheteacher.ca @CTTCS_212

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTIONS Session 1: 10:00 am to 10:30 am 1. Canadian Forces Army Reserves Location: Convention Room A (Upstairs) Outlining opportunities in the Canadian Forces for full and part-time positions.

2. University of Saskatchewan – College of Nursing Location: Convention Room B (Upstairs) Find out all about the Bachelor of Science in Nursing prerequisites offered at Parkland College in Yorkton, SK.

3. Entrepreneurship Workshop: Kendal Netmaker (Neechie Gear) Location: Convention Room C (Upstairs) The founder of Neechie Gear will be motivating the Yorkton community about what it takes to become an entrepreneur! He will share his story about how he went from a kid living on welfare growing up on Sweetgrass First Nation to becom- ing an award-winning entrepreneur! Kendal’s 2015 achievements include Indspire Award, National Youth Aboriginal Entrepreneur of the Year, Runner-Up YBI Global Young Entrepreneur of the Year and Saskatchewan Red Cross Young Humanitarian of the Year. NOTE: This is a double session, running from 10:00 am to 11:10 am

4. Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission Location: Ravine Room (Main Level) Thinking about a career in the trades? See how the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship program can give you a head start on your career planning.

5. Assiniboine Community College Location: Youth Room (Main Level) We have over 30 programs in the fields of agriculture/environment, business, culinary arts and hospitality, health and hu- man services and trades and technology.

Session 2: 10:40 am to 11:10 am 1. University of Regina – Enrolment Services Location: Convention Room A (Upstairs) Come learn about how the University of Regina will help you find the perfect balance which will help you succeed through university.

2. University of Saskatchewan – College of Agriculture & Bioresources Location: Convention Room B (Upstairs) Your future in agriculture and bioresources.

3. Minot State University Location: Ravine Room (Main Level) Come hear why Minot State University the 3rd most popular school for Canadian students in the entire United States.

4. Occupational Therapy – Maureen Blight, Good Spirit School Division Location: Youth Room (Main Level) Occupational Therapy is a health care and rehabilitation profession. University trained professionals, occupational thera- pists works as members of the team in health care, education and community settings. This presentation will provide information on educational programs and a rewarding career in occupational therapy.

Session 3: 11:20 am to 11:50 am 1. Royal Canadian Mounted Police Location: Convention Room A (Upstairs) The RCMP is hiring. Interested in a challenging and exciting future? Want to make a difference in your community and your country? Come and find out what it takes to apply, train and have a career like no other.

2. University of Saskatchewan – Recruitment and Admissions Location: Convention Room B (Upstairs) General recruitment presentation about programs and campus.

3. Parkland College Location: Convention Room C (Upstairs) Featuring new options in trades, university, business, nursing and more! Ask our counselor questions and get an idea what your program of interest will be like.

4. University of Calgary Location: Ravine Room (Main Level) General information about the University of Calgary, our programs, admissions, student clubs and associations, sports, residence, and everything students need to know about UCalgary.

5. Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan Location: Youth Room (Main Level) The APEGS presentation will focus on the history of engineering and geoscience and associated careers. Students will learn how to become an engineer or geoscientist and the requirements of the profession. Session 4: 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm 1. Metal Works Institute of Sound & Music Production Location: Convention Room A (Upstairs A veteran of the entertainment industry, Alex will discuss careers including event management, music recording, business, post-production for film & television and video games.

2. Canadian Welding Association (CWA) Location: Convention Room B (Upstairs) This illustrative presentation by the CWA Foundation provides information on career opportunities in the Welding Trade to make a great living anywhere in the world. Come join The New Welder Nation!

3. Entrepreneurship Workshop: Kendal Netmaker (Neechie Gear) Location: Convention Room C (Upstairs) The founder of Neechie Gear will be motivating the Yorkton community about what it takes to become an entrepreneur! He will share his story about how he went from a kid living on welfare growing up on Sweetgrass First Nation to becom- ing an award-winning entrepreneur! Kendal’s 2015 achievements include Indspire Award, National Youth Aboriginal Entrepreneur of the Year, Runner-Up YBI Global Young Entrepreneur of the Year and Saskatchewan Red Cross Young Humanitarian of the Year. NOTE: This is a double session, running from Noon to 1:10 pm

4. Lakeland College Location: Ravine Room (Main Level) Learn from experienced faculty, gain valuable skills and put theory into practice with hands-on learning at Lakeland. Pre- employment, apprenticeship, certificate, diploma, and degree options are available agricultural sciences, business, energy and petroleum technology, environmental sciences, fire and emergency services, health and wellness, human services, interior design technology, trades and technology, and university transfer.

5. Briercrest College & Seminary Location: Youth Room (Main Level) Experience Briercrest!

Session 5: 12:40 pm to 1:10 pm 1. Saskatchewan Polytechnic Location: Convention Room A (Upstairs) Overview of programs and admission information.

2. Parkland College Location: Convention Room B (Upstairs) Featuring new options in trades, university, business, nursing and more! Ask our counselor questions and get an idea what your program of interest will be like.

3. Sunrise Health Region Location: Ravine Room (Main Level) Are you interested in a challenging, rewarding career that makes a difference in your community? Join us to learn about the huge variety of opportunities in the field of health care with the Sunrise Health Region.

4. St. Peter’s College Location: Youth Room (Main Level) St. Peter’s College: Your best first year starts here.

Session 6: 1:20 pm to 1:50 pm 1. Medicine Hat College Location: Convention Room A (Upstairs) Find your fit @MHC!

2. Brandon University Location: Convention Room B (Upstairs) Brandon University (BU) – your friendly Manitoba neighbours! From your first day at BU through to graduation, we provide a personalized education unique among Canadian universities.

3. Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan (PCS) Location: Convention Room C (Upstairs) Join us for a virtual mine tour video and discuss career paths with PotashCorp.

4. Mount Royal University Location: Ravine Room (Main Level) Come find out why you belong here. Learn about our programs, admission requirements and what makes MRU a great fit for you.

5. Nipawin Bible College Location: Youth Room (Main Level) Come see what sets NBC apart. Learn about our different programs and our mission: to develop passionate followers of Jesus Christ. Presentation Schedule

Convention Room A Convention Room B Convention Room C Ravine Room Youth Room (Upstairs) (Upstairs) (Upstairs) (Main Level) (Main Level) University of Saskatchewan Canadian Forces Army Assiniboine Community 10:00 to 10:30 am Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Reserves Entrepreneurship College – College of Nursing Workshop: Certificate Commission University of Sask Kendal Netmaker GSSD University of Regina - Minot State University – 10:40 to 11:10 am - College of Ag and (Neechie Gear) Occupational Enrollment Services Enrolment Services Bioresources Therapists

University of Sask Association of Profes- 11:20 to 11:50 am RCMP - Recruitment & Parkland College University of Calgary sional Engineers & Admissions Geoscientists of Sask

Metal Works Institute Briercrest College & Noon to 12:30 pm of Sound & Music CWA Foundation Lakeland College Entrepreneurship Seminary Production Workshop: Kendal Netmaker Sunrise St. Peter’s 12:40 to 1:10 pm Sask Polytech Parkland College (Neechie Gear) Health Region College

Brandon Potash Corporation of Nipawin 1:20 to 1:50 pm Medicine Hat College Mount Royal University University Saskatchewan Bible College

Exhibitor Booths are open in Nexera FlexiHall 9:30 am to 3:00 pm STUDENT EVALUATION On a scale of 1 to 5, (1 indicating well below your expectations and 5 well above your expectations) please rate each of the following:

Interesting Booths 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Number of Booths 1 2 3 4 5 N/A Location of Event 1 2 3 4 5 N/A

What did you like most about this event? ______

What did you like the least about this event? ______

Did this event improve your understanding of potential career and educational opportunities in the Region? Yes No

After high school, I plan to pursue: ‰‰ Work ‰‰ One-year Certificate/training ‰‰ Two-year Diploma/training ‰‰ Four-year Degree / Trade ‰‰ Other (*please specify) ______

What careers or programs are you interested in pursuing? 1. ______2. ______3. ______Explore your way to SUCCESS...

To be eligible for door prizes, each student must interact with ten exhibitors by asking questions about his/her particular career choice. The exhibitor will place a STAMP ON ONE of the boxes below. Once ALL BOXES have stamps, drop this form off atTable 14.

NAME: ______

SCHOOL: ______

ADDRESS: ______

CITY/TOWN: ______

PHONE: ______

EMAIL: ______