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Date

Program Name

Details and Contact Information

Feb. 4, 20010

7:00 pm

Nuclear Medicine Technologists Information Session

SAIT Polytechnic and The Health Sciences Centre holding an information session to learn about how you can become part of Winnipeg’s health care team by training in Nuclear Medicine Technology. Health Sciences Centre Room GH304, 820 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg 7:00 pm Call 787-3848

http://www.sait.ca/pages/about/organization/departmentlistings/health/

Nov. 13, 2009

March 18, 2010

9:15 – 4:00

University of Manitoba Engineering Society Outreach Day

Twice a year, UMES holds an Outreach Day in which high school students are educated about the profession of Engineering, and the Faculty of Engineering at the U of M through information sessions, laboratory tours and design competitions.

http://umes.mb.ca/outreach

Session 01: February 21-26, 2010

Session 02: February 28 - March 5, 2010

Session 03: March 21-26, 2010

Session 04: April 18-23, 2010
 

Forum for Young Canadians

Foundation for the Study of Processes of Government in Canada

Established in 1975 as a bilingual, non-partisan educational experience for Canadian high school and Cégep students, aged 15 to 19 years, Forum is the Foundation’s best-known program.

http://www.forum.ca/

April 4, 2009

2 pm sharp

Vancouver Film School Roadshow

Presentation of VFS in Winnipeg to present an overview of all programs at the Delta Winnipeg Hotel 350 St. Mary Avenue.

Programs at VFS span 13 disciplines, from Film Production to 3D Animation& Visual Effects to Entertainment business Management and Game Design and more. These one-year programs provide students with real hands on experience and know-how.

http://www.vfs.com/

April 9

9:00 – 4:00

Red River College School of Construction and Engineering Technologies and the School of Transportation, Aviation and Manufacturing Open House and the Skills Canada Competition

At the competition, the best secondary, post-secondary and apprenticeship students from across Manitoba will compete in one of 42 skilled trade, technology and employment skills contests for the opportunity to represent our province at the 15th Canadian Skills Competition in Charlottetown, PEI from may 20-23, 2009For more information, please call Christina Lambert (204) 632-2067 clambert@rrc.mb.ca

www.rrc.mb.ca

(Online Registration begins Dec. 1)

April 29 – May 2

Co-op Youth Leadership

Co-op Youth Leadership seminar is your chance to develop leadership skills, and learn about cross cultural issues, global development and co-ops, all in a beautiful camp setting. (Ages  15-18)

For more information contact Manitoba Cooperative Association at (204) 989-5930 or e-mail Info@manitoba.coop    

www.manitobayouth.coop

Closing Date for applicants May 15, 2009

Tec Voc High School

AMMOP course

(AMMOP) enables you to earn 5 high school credits, while learning about the aerospace industry in Manitoba and includes 3 weeks of work experience. The training is based on a national curriculum developed by the Canadian Aviation Maintenance Council (CAMC).

http://198.163.179.48/images/stories/vocational/aerospace/2009/AMMOP_Brochure.pdf

May 11-May 15, 2009

ACC Media Production Program Workshop

Workshops include Video Editing with Final Cut Pro, Electronic Journalism and Production, and Radio Production.

Contact Greg Sherris

725-8700 ext. 6959

May 28 - 31

U of Toronto RobotX Design Build Battle

An invigorating and fully hands-on initiative within the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering at the University of Toronto developed to immerse high school students in a week-long, live-in robotics competition to build the best battlebot. To enrich the entire learning process, each team works closely with an Advisor—a mechatronics expert to help you troubleshoot throughout the week. Students will learn about the exciting world of robotics and mechatronics while living in residence at the St George campus of the University of Toronto.

http://enrichment.uoftengineering.com/robotx/

June – July

ShadValley

Shad Valley is a four week summer enrichment program. Students spend a month living in residence at one of our host university campuses across Canada. The program is offered to students currently completing grade 10, 11 or 12, Quebec secondaire IV, V or CEGEP I, or the international equivalent.

With a focus that includes the sciences, technology and entrepreneurship, the program provides an academically stimulating, mind expanding adventure for top well-rounded students. Students will also enjoy recreational activities and the opportunity to explore local attractions.

http://www.shad.ca/shad/myweb.php?hls=10142

June 29 – August 7

Manitoba Science Academy

Summer Program for Gifted High School Students

 

Residence is located in beautiful Pinawa, Manitoba
Young scientists work in field studies and professional labs
Program cost is $3950
All students are eligible for scholarships and MSA bursary support
Students earn 2 Grade 12 credits through the
Whiteshell School Division
The MSA program is eligible for the
Duke of Edinborough Award
Awards are allocated on a first come first serve basis, so get your application in early!

http://www.msawhiteshell.com/

July 6 - 31

U of Toronto DEEP Summer Academy 2009

DEEP provides highly motivated high school students from across the world with the opportunity for advanced study in a variety of engineering, technology, business and science disciplines.  Organized by the University of Toronto's Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, DEEP offers one of the most diverse ranges of pre-university engineering and science courses in North America. This program has been designed to expose bright young minds with a clear aptitude for math and science to concepts and topics beyond the regular secondary school curriculum. Our weeklong courses fall within different themes ranging from Medical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Science and Mechanical Engineering.

http://enrichment.uoftengineering.com/robotx/

July or August

Oceans Educations Marine and Environmental Science Program

Grade 12 School Credit + SCUBA Certification = Excellent West Coast Adventure! The 3 week program takes place on Vancouver Island, British Columbia at the Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific, 30 km west of Victoria. One of our study sites is the Race Rocks Ecological Reserve, a 220 hectare area of naturally nutrient rich waters. Each session is limited in enrollment to 16 students only.
Applicant Requirements: Students should be minimum 16 years of age at the commencement of the program. The completion of Grade 11 science courses are strongly recommended prior to participation in the Marine and Environmental Science Program. Age and grade exceptions may be made at the discretion of the student's Guidance Office and the Program Director. Students must confirm with their Guidance Office as to the acceptability of the course and credit for their program of study. Students must have basic swimming skills and be in good physical condition. Students are reminded that Lester B. Pearson College is a smoke free campus and are therefore requested to refrain from using tobacco products for the duration of the program.
Canadian Students:
The fee for Summer 2009 programs is $3,986.61 CDN + 5% GST (Total = $4,185.94).

Program fee includes:

  • 19 nights/20 days accommodation at Pearson College and use of all available facilities

  • All meals and snacks

  • Instruction and credit for Grade 12 Interdisciplinary course

  • SCUBA instruction and Open Water PADI certification (or Advanced certification)

  • Use of SCUBA equipment (wet suits, tanks, regulators, buoyancy compensator, weights)

  • Ocean dives and boat excursions

  • Day trips and excursions

  • Sessions in underwater video photography (Advanced certification)

  • Career seminar detailing the exciting fields associated with the underwater environment

Fees DO NOT include:

  • Air fare/transportation to Victoria, BC

  • Basic personal equipment: mask, snorkel, fins & boots

  • Medical examination

http://www.oceaned.com/

July 6-31, 2009

University of Winnipeg SERIOUS GAMES CAMP

Serious Games Camp is a 4 week immersive program in which student’s experience the game design and development process as practiced in the games industry today. They will learn game design skills using sophisticated software then join a development team to build a playable video game level that the team presents at the end of the camp. Students will work with professional game developers and be exposed to real world development projects.

SERIOUS GAMES CAMP

August 4 – 28, 2009

University of Winnipeg      WEB DESIGN CAMP

Web Design Camp is a 4 week program in which you can experience the design and development process of building a website from planning to release. Professional software tools such as Photoshop, Flash, and Dreamweaver will be taught as well as some of the basic code (XHTML, CSS) to design and build a website.

WEB DESIGN CAMP