US College Expo Event
On April 22, the US College Expo is hosting an in-person event at Roy Thomson Hall for high school students to meet with representatives, current students or alumni from various universities across the United States including Harvard, Princeton, Duke, UC Berkeley, NYU, UMich and many more! We are pleased to announce that we have an incredible lineup of guest speakers, top attending colleges, and even esports!
Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Roy Thomson Hall 60 Simcoe St, Toronto, ON M5J 2H5
Free admission: https://uscollegeexpo.com/register
Tuition-Free Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs
Conestoga College’s new tuition-free Pre-Apprenticeship Training programs prepare students for in-demand careers and provide a head start for those wishing to start a career in trades: General Carpenter/Cabinetmaker, Introduction to Construction Trades (Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, and Welding) and Welder/ Metal Fabricator. Details below. Enrollment is limited!
General Carpenter Pre-Apprenticeship
New Skilled Trades Campus (Cambridge Reuter Drive)
Starting July 24, 2023
Program Website: https://www.conestogac.on.ca/fulltime/pre-apprenticeship-general-carpenter
This full-time program will offer a blend of theory delivery with shop classes at Conestoga’s New Skilled Trades campus (Cambridge Reuter Drive) over the course of 21 weeks. The General Carpenter Pre-Apprenticeship program includes Level 1 apprenticeship in-class training, trade exposure in Cabinetmaking, and an additional eight-week practical work placement experience. Applications from candidates under 30 will be given first consideration, although all applications will be considered.
Enrolment is limited to 20 spaces. Interested candidates are required to attend a virtual information
Electrician Pre-Apprenticeship Training Applications Open
Are you serious about pursuing an apprenticeship as an electrician?
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) offers a pre-apprenticeship training program for a limited number of qualified applicants. Carefully read all sections on the website linked below and pay close attention to the requirements for this program before you apply. The application deadline is April 21st.
Conestoga College Spring Open House – March 25
Open House is ideal for Conestoga applicants and those considering their post-secondary options. It’s an opportunity to meet faculty, talk to current students, tour the campuses, visit programs that interest you, explore the campus, and learn about available student services.
Visit https://www.conestogac.on.ca/visit-us/open-house-events for more information and a schedule of events at each campus.
Scholarship Opportunity
The Optimist Club of Southwest Kitchener is offering four $500 bursaries to local Grade 12 graduating students again this year. Students from Resurrection, Huron Heights, Preston, and St. Mary’s High Schools are invited to submit a 500-600 word essay (topic and rules attached) for a chance to win one of the $500 bursaries.
OHF Scholarship Program
Hey Grade 12 Eagles! The Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) is now accepting applications to its scholarship program. See info in poster below.
Also access OHF website for more information.
