RCMP YOUTH ACADEMY- get your application in NOW

Still looking for applications for the RCMP youth Academy. Student must be 16 by Dec 31 and be ready for some serious BOOT CAMP!   April 3 to April 11 2012 find out what it takes to be an RCMP officer- do drill, fitness training, scenarios, law and go to bed too exhausted to think!

Camp includes all meals, accomodation, transportation etc  and sweat suit. I know $750 seems daunting but don't let that deter you- it's worth every minute.    (subsidies may be available- just ask.)

Applications are due this week!

Get in the Spirit This weekend!

Volunteer at the Annual Lower Lonsdale Christmas Festival  this Saturday Dec 3.

THIS IS GOING TO BE FUN!!  Lots of live entertainment, activites and of course Santa. Come out and be a part of the team that makes Christmas Special!!


contact Susan Lewis at info@lewissears.com

New Image Job Shadow ON SET in the Film Industry!!

New Image  College of Fine Arts   is looking for 4 students- 2 in Drama and 2 with an interest in Makeup/Hair for the film industry to spend 4 days ON SET  shadowing  during filming!! 

Starts Dec 4th.

Ok ..... so I just go this one and the deadline is Thurs Dec 1- Apply direct to save time and if you're accepted let me know.  www.newimage.ca/teenjobshadowing

GOOD LUCK!!

Gift Wrapping Volunteers needed!

Volunteer for the December gift wrapping fundraiser at Capilano Mall.
Complete the application and schedule and then send it to    giftwrap@nscr.bc.ca
or drop it off with  me and I'll send it in.

Bring a friend along and "get in the spirit" 

SWEAT at the Arts Institute March 2012

Applications are now available for the Arts Institute Sweat Programs Mar 19-22    cost $82- seriously cheap for what you're getting!

Check out the many programs in design, music, gaming, cooking,etc.......      http://www.aivsweat.com/Default.aspx

http://www.aivsweat.com/   Apply on line or  download the application package http://www.aivsweat.com/Default.aspx  
Either way you will need to a teacher at Sutherland to verify your application.  Or bring it to me.


These programs always fill up quickly so don't wait!!

BC's BEST TEEN BAND CONTEST

Youthink’s BC’s Best Teen Band for high-school bands

 (ages between 13 and 18 as of December 31st, 2011)

The final deadline for entries is 11:59pm, Monday, December 5th.           bandcontest.youthink.ca   
( for some reason this link isn't working but if you cut and paste it into your browser it will)

There’s $15,000 worth of prizes up for grabs this year so if you are a talented singer/songwriter (solo artist or in a band) attending a BC high-school, this is the contest for YOU!

So far we have 22 bands that have entered and you can check them out by going to      http://www.bandcontest.youthink.ca/



            always click on any colored or underlined text for more info.

Special offer from ENCOUNTERS with Canada in Ottawa

Hot off the presses…  a special promotion for two specific weeks only. Typically this one week trip to Ottawa would cost $675 but is now only $575 for these weeks only.

Sports & Fitness                   January 29 – February 4, 2012

Arts & Culture                       February 12-18, 2012

This particular Arts & Culture week will have a special focus on the Inuit:

The week in Ottawa at Encounters with Canada for $575 includes round trip airfare to Ottawa, all ground transportation, room and board at the Terry Fox Canadian Youth Centre, guest speakers, workshops and program excursions.  
Interested students should discuss this opportunity with their parents and check out the Encounters website   www.ewc-rdc.ca .  as well as  the promotional video Encounters with Canada: Live the Experience.   You can find it at http://www.ewc-rdc.ca/en/promo.html  

 

 

See me for an access code so you can register on line.... all registrations must go through the school.  And don't wait -there are only 15 spots available each week.

 

UBC Engineering Open House NOV 26

Career exploration for Grad Transitions!

This Saturday Nov. 26

9am – 4pm

Fred Kaiser Atrium, 2332 Main Mall, Vancouver

This is the best chance for MATH & SCIENCE students to discover the amazing and diverse field of Engineering.

Every year we hear from students and parents after the event who are disappointed because they were not made aware of this opportunity.  We have over a thousand attendees and even students who travel from Eastern Canada and the States to attend it. 

Get connected!!    
www.engineering.ubc.ca/openhouse to RSVPProfessors & students to talk to, presentations, lab tours and prizes.www.engineering.ubc.ca/openhouse to RSVP

SEYMOUR Mountain needs volunteers for winter break!

 Volunteers are needed on Seymour Mountain during the Christmas Break to assist in Various departments.
i.e.  ticket checking, bus greeting, parking.....   You must commit to 8 shifts during the break and upon completion you will be issued a full seasons pass!!

Volunteer for Christmas!!

Help out selling Christmas trees.....or at a Christmas Festival....what a great way to get into the spirit of the season!!


If you're completing the 30 hours for Grad Transitions, make sure you have the form completed while you're there.

...and let me know what you're up to. I like to know if all the volunteer placements are full or not.

HAVE FUN!!

The Vancouver Aquarium needs YOU!

The Vancouver Aquarium needs volunteers for the Christmas season.

'Holiday Gallery Assistant’ Work Experience Placement

The Vancouver Aquarium looking for 18 highly motivated, energetic  GRADE 10-12 students to fill the Holiday Work Experience Placement. This placement will provide an excellent opportunity for students to gain interpretation experience, customer service skills, develop a sense of teamwork and explore career options.

Get your resume and cover letter in to Ms Giraud by THURSDAY Nov. 24
and make sure you state which group you are volunteering for.

Marine Biology at Bamfield

Ask Santa for this one!!  What an incredible gift!
Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre    Vancouver Island     Feb 4-7

A Youth Forum is a multi-day immersion experience into marine sciences designed for high school students (grade 11 and 12). Students looking to explore career options in science or a unique work experience placement are encouraged to apply for spring or summer sessions

Immerse yourself in a BMSC Youth Forum and explore the diverse world of marine science. Activities include oceanographic surveys, field trips to wild coastal beaches, hands-on labs and discovering animal and seaweed diversity. Students work on individual or group projects in a supportive, dynamic learning atmosphere at a world-class marine research centre. Each Youth Forum is designed to cover a specific theme from biodiversity, research techniques, marine mammals, seaweeds/plants, and more.

http://www.bms.bc.ca/pubed/pdf/YFFeb12.pdf

http://www.bms.bc.ca/pubed/k12/youth_forums.html

... and let me know....you can get Work Experience credits for attending this Youth Forum

Salvation Army Kettle Campaign NEEDS YOU

The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is one of Canada’s largest and most recognizable annual charitable events.   In fact, there are more than 2,000 kettle locations across Canada that provide funds to support a wide range of Salvation Army  programs in your community

 click on these links to learn more and apply

Where does the money go?

How can I volunteer?

What is expected of me?

If you apply to volunteer please let me know.  The hours can be used for Work Experience or the 30 hours for Grad Transitions.

The Bay is Hiring!!

Check it out!! - The Bay is hiring for the Christmas shopping season- Apply NOW!!



http://ebm.enews.thebay.com/c/tag/hBOuyISB8H8DrB8eZkzNsiouobZ/doc.html?t_params=EMAIL%3Dkwatson%2540nvsd44.bc.ca

Be a KEY Volunteer at the Vancouver Children's Festival

http://www.childrensfestival.ca/

Looking for a challenge? Become a Key Volunteer NOW! Recruit & coordinate the volunteers at your school and get a Key Position the week of the Festival. Great for anyone considering a career in Event Planning & Management! 

 

OR

volunteer in  Arts Activities; Ushering & Box Office; Hosting & Info; Traffic; Sales; Administration; Security; Pre-Festival Office Assistance.....

                        See Ms Giraud for more info

FYI  Dasan and Sepehr have been our KEY volunteers for the last 2 years and are willing to speak to you about their experience.

Work experience on CYPRESS, GROUSE and with the RCMP

Applications for the CYPRESS Youthwest Work Experience Program and the GROUSE Leaders in Training Program are due now!!

Get your resume, cover letter and application in to Ms GIRAUD  ASAP!!



AND >>>>AND >>>> Applications for the RCMP Youth Academy are available NOW!!
Attend 10 days of real boot camp with the RCMP - if you are thinking of a career in policing or the militarry then you NEED to do this!
Application deadline is Nov 31- but don't wait- it takes time and you need to start training now to pass the physical.

Worksafe Video contest WIN $$$$

http://www2.worksafebc.com/enews/YW/111101/111101.htm


                                  WORK SAFE VIDEO CONTEST

Check it out!!!    In 2008 -   2 Sutherland students won  1st place and  $2000  
                                                  YOU CAN TOO!!
If you are interested in a CAREER IN FILM  then it's important to build your portfolio through contests like this- even if  you don't win.

EDUCATION AND CAREER FAIR NOV 30

Are you  searching for post-secondary programs, and not sure how to make your choice?
Attend the Education Career Fair  at the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre - East
                                          Wednesday Nov 30      9:00- 7:00
                                 see Ms Giraud to register and get in for free

The Education and Career Fair is the largest event of it's kind in BC,  hosting  a full range of INTERNATIONAL exhibitors including:
• Colleges
• Universities
• Trades & Technology
• Career training institutes
• Government organizations
• Corporations


http://www.educationcareerfairs.com/visitors/index.html

Be a GENE RESEARCHER FOR A WEEK

We need at least 2 Sutherland Science students in this program!!!

The CANADIAN GENE CURE Foundation selects motivated and ambitious students in grades 11 and 12 who have an innate curiosity for science, human genetics, and human genetics research. These students are placed in labs of influential scientists for one week over Spring Break. This experience gives young students a once in a lifetime opportunity to work alongside premiere research scientists.

For more info  go to

http://www.genecure.ca/en/programs/gene-researcher-for-a-week/program-description/

for an application go to

http://www.genecure.ca/en/programs/gene-researcher-for-a-week/student-application/

GRFAW Selection Criteria

Selected students will be placed with their host scientists during Spring Break. Due to the high number of students that apply, candidates will be selected based on the following criteria:

• Must be a resident of Canada
• Must be a high school student in grade 11 or 12
• Must have a high academic standing (overall GPA of 85% or higher)
• Must show an interest in pursuing a career/education in human genetics
• Must be well rounded in all areas (academic, volunteer and extra-curricular activities)
• Must complete application form and submit all required documentation by deadline

Leadership opportunity

Dear Youth Leader You are invited to participate in a day of story sharing, networking, and action planning for the year ahead! Join us for the first Youth Leadership Clinic of the 2011-2012 school year... Food & Sustainable Schools - A Youth Leadership Clinic When? 9:00 - 4:30pm Saturday, November 5th, 2011 Where? King Edward SkyTrain Station (Canada Line) (bus will depart at 9:00 a.m. sharp!) What? Be inspired to take action. Share your ideas and success stories. Participate in this unique and collaborative day of learning. discover where our food comes from and how school gardens can impact schools explore an inner city farm and the Magee Secondary School Garden eat at the Winter Farmer's Market exchange inspiring garden and food campaign success stories explore tools, strategies and ideas for action create collaborative action plans Address these questions and many more.  ...How is food, food production and food choices about sustainability? ...How are youth leaders taking action and raising awareness about food and sustainability at schools? ...How can gardens be grown at your school? Want to participate? Error! Filename not specified. Apply Here Application Deadline is November 1, 2011 If you need any further information about the Youth Sustainability Symposium please emailyouth4action@metrovancouver.org

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Karen Stroebel and Bruce Ford Metro Vancouver Youth 4 Action www.metrovancouver.org (search "education")

REEL to REAL animation festival and video contest

http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=a74237de00eb925e9b0dac48d&id=b09dd71c89&e=c438b518b2


If you're thinking the film industry is where you want to work then check out events offered at REEL to REAL in Vancouver

http://www.r2rfestival.org/    Reel to Real: A Celebration of Moving Images for Youth Society is a non-profit registered charity dedicated to showing the best in culturally diverse, authentic programming for youth.     Reel to Real presents an annual film festival, the Reel 2 Real International Film Festival for Youth, and media arts programming year-round.

UBC Engineering.... FILM career Expo.... BCIT BIG INFO event

Upcoming events

UBC Engineering      www.engineering.ubc.ca/connects

Oct 22 - High School Conference        Nov 1  Discover Science and Engineering
Nov 26 Engineering Open House         Dec 15 and Jan 16  Engineering Explorations

Motion Picture Career Expo
If you are thinking of a career in FILM then this is the best event I know of  for connecting with people in the industry. And that's what it's all about in FILM- NETWORKING!!
Check it out and then ask for a job shadow or work experience.

Nov 2   11:00- 5:00 at the Round House Vancouver
http://www.career-expo.ca/index.html


BCIT BIG INFO  

NOV 2   5:00-9:00        If you're thinking of going to UBC - you need to be at this event
 http://commons.bcit.ca/biginfo/about/                http://www.career-expo.ca/index.html

RCMP Youth Academy!!

Are you thinking of a career in POLICING,  LAW or even the MILITARY??

Attend a RCMP YOUTH ACADEMY  10 day BOOT CAMP  where you will learn what it takes to be in the police force. Wear the uniform, do drill, role play crime scenarios, learn about the law  AND earn 4 credits for  work experience plus 2 credits for LAW.

Must be 16 by Dec 31.  Application deadline is Dec 5.  Talk to your parents, then get the application in ASAP               Only 50 students from the lower mainland will get this privilege.

See Ms Giraud if you have any questions- don't assume you can't do it for whatever reason, because you never know!!!

SNOW is coming - check out opportunities on the local mountains!!

Cypress Youthwest Program is taking applications NOW.... volunteer in 4 different areas through out the winter, learn about resort management and get a free pass!

Grouse Mountain Leaders in Training Program offers you the opportunity to learn how to teach skiing and snowboarding to kids. Check it out and submit your resume, cover letter and application NOW!

Seymour Mountain is looking for volunteers for the Christmas season.


AND the Seymour Mountain HIRING Fair is  this Sat Oct 22 11:00-5:00 at ParkGate Community Center.
http://www.mountseymour.com/      apply on line

All applications should be submitted to Ms. Giraud and I'll forward it to the employer.

REMEMBER every 100 hours of volunteering is worth 4 credits each for WEX12A or WEX12B

GRADE NINES It's TAKE OUR KID TO WORK DAY!

The Learning Partnership's 17th annual Take Our Kids to Work program

On Wednesday, November 2, 2011, over 200,000 grade nine, Senior 1 (Manitoba) and Secondary III (Quebec) students across Canada will spend the day at work, job shadowing a parent, relative, friend or volunteer host.

What will students get out of the program?
 Develop an appreciation for the importance of staying in school and getting a high school diploma and pursuing post-secondary studies.
 Gain exposure to the skills required in today’s workplaces.
 Develop an appreciation for their parents’ roles in making a living and supporting their families.
 Begin career discussions with adults about the work they do.
 Gain a better understanding of the complexity of career choices and the benefits of early exploration.
 Explore career options in practical ways.

Last year 80% of the grade nines at Sutherland Secondary participated in  Take Our Kids to Work Day!!

For more info please go to:

http://www.thelearningpartnership.ca/Page.aspx?pid=250

To print a consent form go to:

http://www.thelearningpartnership.ca/document.doc?id=205

Please send the consent form to school on or before Oct 31 so that attendance can be recorded for November 2^nd

Questions??  Please contact Ms. Giraud at 604-903-3500 or pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

FRIGHT NIGHT AT THE PNE

Ok this has nothing to do with work experience but it's great fun and not to be missed!!! 

FRIGHT NIGHT AT THE PNE!

http://www.pne.ca/fright-nights/

BCIT Big INFO, Hiring Fair and Vancouver Aquarium

BCIT   BIG INFO Session    if you think you might want to go to BCIT in the next couple of years then this is the event for you !!   Nov 2     http://commons.bcit.ca/biginfo/  

Yet another opportunity to volunteer at the Vancouver Aquarium!! Check it out-- then send your resume and cover letter to me. 


Looking for a JOB  - HIRING FAIR   This Thursday Oct 6th at the one stop Career Shop.  Meet employers and get hired!!       ywcajobseeker.org/onestop

Stanley Park Popcorn Stand

Check it out!!!   Stanley Park Popcorn Stand needs volunteers
                                                                  part time and seasonal
                                                                               perfect for students schedule

AND you get to be where the action is!! SOOO much FUN!!

Are you a Follower??

All work experience and SSA students should be a follower on this BLOG
 This is where the opportunities are!!  This is where all the great stuff happens!! 


So if you're registered in WEX 12A or WEX 12B you should be checking in at least once a week for possible placements- I can't email each of you everytime something comes up and I know you don't want all that junk mail.......

Put it in your favorites           check in often    You don't want to miss out!!!

Right now you could "work"  at Youthink Magazine for one week Nov 21-25

There are 3 spaces left for the Gairdner Symposium Oct 24

BCIT Biotech program is taking applications NOW

Mini Med starts Oct 19 and I don't have a single application yet!
http://cfri-training.ca/speakers/MiniMedHigh.asp

Motion Picture Career Expo is Nov 2---who's going??  www.career-expo.ca

Volunteer on Cypress Mountain and get a free pass....

Interested in volunteering in the medical field?

Apply to volunteer in a Seniors Center with Vancouver Coastal Health or Lynn Valley Care Centre.  Either will give you great exposure to the medical field.

Note-  you must be 19 to volunteer in a hospital and 16 to volunteer in a seniors centre.

Cypress Mountain Youthwest Work Experience Program

Cypress Mountain YOUTHWEST Work Experience Program is taking applications NOW!!!

Volunteer on the mountain for 100 hours to earn 4 credits and a free pass!! 
Send your resume, cover letter and application to Ms Giraud. Deadline Nov 7th.

SCIENCE WORLD

http://www.scienceworld.ca/futurescienceleaders

Are you are High School student that enjoys building, creating or inventing Science and Technology?
Then register for this inspiring event and meet some great mentors and learn about competitions being held across North America.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011
6–9pm        (teachers/parents may accompany students)

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Create a RADIO ANNOUNCEMENT!!

Are you a youth(age 14-24)  concerned about discrimination, poverty, a clean environment, your right to participate? Then this program is for you!
Have your voice heard
All participants will receive human rights training, gain leadership skills,and media training. As a group, we will create a set of 30-second radio public service announcements that will be played on radio stations throughout BC about rights-related issues that are important to you.

We will all collaborate to produce a PSA in 3 stages:
1) Record voice and sound
2) Produce the PSA
3) Distribute the PSA to radio stations throughout BC.
This is a 3 day commitment! Participants who complete all 3 days of training will receive a $100 honorarium.
The training will take place during the day on October 22nd, 23rd (Saturday and Sunday) and November 5th.

                                         APPLY NOW


http://everychild.ca/uploads/lg/fn/lgfnRWnZZgxidBpZM11PKg/Call-for-Participants.pdf


            Make sure to let me know if you happen to be one of the lucky ones!!!
pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Join BEST The Beginners Emergency Services Team

The program starts in Oct-  and interviews have started so pick up an application NOW! ( See Ms Giraud in couseling)

Emergency Services of the North Shore is offering the BEST Program- an opportunty for youth to earn WEX credits while training in Emergency Services.

For Gr 11/12 students --you will meet once every 2 weeks as well as volunteer during community events.

Learn about police training and defense tactics, forensic Identification, conflict resolution, duties of fire fighters and paramedics, Hiking Safety, the Motor Vehicle act, drill etc......

Lower Mainland GREEN Team needs volunteers

The lower Mainland Green Team is a group of volunteers who conserve, enhance and protect green spaces throughout the Lower Mainland. Specifically, we remove invasive plants, plant native trees/plants and do clean-ups.

Volunteers are needed for:

Mosquito Creek event on Oct 20th,10am-1pm details here: 

Capilano Regional Park event November 9th,10am-1pm details here: 

• Instruction and supervision will be provided 
• Tools, equipment and refreshments will be provided
• While this event is focused on encouraging youth participation, the event is open to the community

Through this initiative youth will:

• Conserve and enhance green spaces
• Learn about environmental issues facing parks
• Develop stewardship, leadership and teambuilding skills
• Improve self-esteem
• Spend time in nature
• Engage in physical activity
• Fulfill volunteer hours that are required at school
• Learn curriculum material in a new way. Teachers are encouraged to help students determine how much invasive plants (e.g. calculate cubic meters) were pulled and teach them about ecology (i.e. plants) 

If you are interested in participating in either of these events please email: l    owermainlandgreenteam@gmail.com.http://www.meetup.com/The-Lower-Mainland-Green-Team/events/26301061/http://www.meetup.com/The-Lower-Mainland-Green-Team/events/25529101/

Youthink Magazine for the "writer wanna be"

If you think you want to be in publishing or journalism check out a one week work experience at YOUTHINK MAGAZINE  For Grade11/12 students.
Youthink magazine is written by youth, published by youth for youth.  http://www.youthink.ca/

There is only one week reserved for a Sutherland student- Nov 21 to Nov 25 so contact me now if you're interested or you may miss out.........

BCIT Career Awareness and the Vancouver Aquarium

The Biotechnology  Career Awareness Program is one week of  IN LAB work experience at BCIT as well as exploring career options in biotechnology.  
It does mean one week away from Sutherland so you do have to keep your work done here- while attending classes there- but it's worth it!!

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And the Vancouver Aqaurium is looking for  6 highly motivated and energetic students to be Climate Change Educator/Assistants for Fridays from Oct 14 to Dec 16.  send your resume and cover letter to me ASAP to apply.

MINI MED for students interested in research and medicine

Each year the Chail and Family Research Institute presents oa series of talks on health research. ALthough this is intended for the professionals, high school students are encouraged to attend.
Sutherland can send 2 students in Grade 11 or 12.  This years theme is IMMUNITY
After attending MINI MED you can apply for the summer studentship-working in a research lab for 6 weeks.
This is amazing!  Let me know if you're interested.

Check out the link to learn more about this program and to apply. Please see me or your  science teacher to be nominated.                    http://cfri-training.ca/speakers/MiniMedHigh.asp

YWCA Mentorship program

For the ladies only!    Discover your future. Explore your career path with the help of a mentor.
Since 1991, the YWCA High School Mentorship program has provided over 1,000 young women with mentors to help them explore career and education options, learn leadership and life skills, gain a positive role model and be better prepared for their futures.
The program matches Grade 11 and 12 female students (mentees) with volunteer professional women (mentors) in a one-to-one mentoring relationship.
http://www.ywcavan.org/content/High_School_Mentorship_/216

For more info or to apply contact Heather van der Hoop    Coordinator, High School Mentorship Program
YWCA Metro Vancouver  535 Hornby Street  Vancouver, BC V6C 2E8        tel. 604.895.5846  ywcavan.org
Deadline to apply is Sept 29.                               

Career Exploration for Serious Science students!

Grade 10 --12 SCIENCE students are invited to attend the 2011 International  Gairdner Symposium for a behind-the-scenes tour of world-class research facilities, and the opportunity to meet two 2011 Gairdner award winners and other health sciences experts.
I attended with students last year and was VERY IMPRESSED.
You will put on a lab coat and actually participate in the lab!    
register nowcmmt.ubc.ca/sform   
Send me an email if you plan to attend.registration deadline: Sept. 26, 2011Oct 24      9-12:45  

The Aquarium, the Red Cross, Motion Picture Career Expo

The Vancouver Aquarium is looking for GRADE 11/12 Volunteers- 

Job Description:  

·         Touch Pool Interpretation

·         Face painting and crafts

·         Admissions Greeter

·         Assistance with school group entry and direction

·         Gallery Greeter: Engaging visitors using props and assisting visitors throughout galleries

·         Visitor Surveys

·         Info Desk Greeter

 Send resume and cover letter to me and I will forward your application.     
Deadline is Sept 21 but don't wait.  Everyone wants to do be at the Aquarium!!

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The Red Cross Youth Symposium is perfect for students looking to develop leadership skills or interested in global issues.         Camp Sasamat Nov 10-13 

                                 http://www.redcross.ca/article.asp?id=18874&tid=078

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For students interested in the film industry-----Check out the Vancouver Motion Picture Career Expo   Weds Nov 2 at the RoundHouse in Vancouve            http://www.career-expo.ca/

Study and go Abroad Event- Oct 4

We have a great line-up for the Vancouver fair – over 70 exhibitors, and many universities which are ranked in the top 100 in the world; for example the University of Bristol from England, University of Melbourne and University of New South Wales from Australia, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee from the USA and Lund University from Sweden.  The full list is on our website http://www.studyandgoabroad.com/exhibitor_list.html. 

Study and Go Abroad Fair:   Oct 4     1pm to 6pm  Vancouver Convention Cente Canada Place,

 

Any students planning to take a gap year, travel, volunteer or intern can meet with companies like Canada World Youth (volunteering), Contiki Holidays, Travel CUTS, Developing World Connections, the Washington Center for Internships and Academic Semesters, and Katimavik (a Canadian volunteer service program). 

Recruit in Canada/Study and Go Abroad Fairs

www.recruitincanada.com / www.studyandgoabroad.com

Encounters Canada- one week in Ottawa

  Spend a week  in Ottawa with Encounters Canada - Canada's largest youth forum! 

Every week of the school year, 120  teens from across Canada (ages 14-17) come to Ottawa, where they discover their country through each other, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, explore exciting career options, develop their civic leadership skills and live an extraordinary bilingual experience. Over 87,000 youth have lived the EWC experience, so far! 

All the activities,airfare, ground transportation, room and board, field trips, etc.  provided for $675, is a wonderful deal, especially for students from BC!  

https://www.ewc-rdc.ca/en/our_youth_program/index.html;jsessionid=90652B54988ADA8FA9481EC090F69CB7.tomcat2

 

Last year 2 students went together and said it was life changing!!   Check it out then let me know what theme week you're interested in.

WE'RE BACK!!!

Stanley Park needs volunteers for CREATURES of THE NIGHT in Oct. If you love drama and animals - THIS is FUN!! Complete the application and send it to me. This will fill up - so don't wait.


AND the Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre is looking for a volunteer for birthday parties, preschool programs etc....perfect if you like to be outdoors and working with kids.  Let me know and I'll get you connected.

Hope you all had a Great Summer!       Lots more fun opportunities to come!    - Peggy

                                                  

Science world - apply by Aug 1!!

If you're accepted - Please let me know!  Good luck!!
Peggy

June 14 Vancouver Aquarium , Summer JOB and more.....

The Vancouver Aquarium is looking for gr. 11/12  volunteers for a summer placement. Deadline June 22. Get your resume and application in to me ASAP!!


NVSD is HIRING students to help out at Summer School. Send the completed application to me NOW.
And remember - you're competing with students from across the district so don't wait.


The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is looking for volunteers for the upcoming  Scotiabank Vancouver 1/2 Marathon  June 26.  Great way to kick off  Summer Fun!!!

 Let me know what you're up to this summer!   IF you VOLUNTEER you could get school credits for Work Experience 12A or at least complete the 30 hours required for Grad Transition. (see blog intro page for more details)

June 2 more and more summer stuff

For the LADIES     3 day fire fighter camp!!! Check it out- you never know what you can do. Apply by June 9 


Serious Summer Fun at CAP U    Definitely for students interested in childcare or education...BUT also an opportunity to connect with professionals in your area of interest.
 i.e a previous volunteer student connected with a professor/researcher in astronomy who was teaching the kids program.          You never know when you will connect with a mentor!


SFU Summer camps .....everything from bagpipes to badminton...volunteers needed  apply now


...more to come...check back often......

June 1 only 2 weeks to exams!!!

First the nagging          if you want to take Work Experience 12A or 12B next year then you MUST submit a signed registration form   ASAP. If I'm not in slide it under door and I'll contact you by email.

If you are  finishing WEX then your red folders need to be in to me for marking ASAP!!

If you still need volunteer hours to graduate .....check out the Green Market

For all other students- Plan ahead!! Get your hours done this summer!! Lots of great opportunities out there.  Check out previous blogs and apply NOW!!







  

May 26 Youth Fair at Park Royal this Sat

Check it out this weekend!!

H.E.Y. DAY Youth volunteer Fair. Saturday May 28  11:00-6:00   Park Royal South

Connect with top Canadian and International Volunteer Organizations

Keynote Speaker   at 7:40 Umeeda Switlo, Cdn Public Relations Officer for CUSO-VSO North America
AND Live Bands  $5.00
http://www.youthvoc.org/     or emaiil admin@youthvoc.org

May 24 PNE !!!

PNE

PNE  Youth Leadership Council is looking for dedicated, positive, motivated and enthusiastic  youth to join the Youth Leadership Council
Attend weekly meetings and learn about the workings of a successful business, meet business leaders from the community while developing leadership skills. Share your ideas and give a voice to youth in our community.   For grade 10- 12 students.  www.pne.ca/youth   Application deadline is June 3.


Work at the PNE this summer  http://www.pne.ca/jobs/  

http://www.pne.ca/jobs/job-opportunities.html


OR  compete in the PNE STAR SHOWDOWN!!  If you dance, sing, rock out with a band or solo on the violin, all performers are welcome! Just enter online and submit a video (DVD or Youtube link) for your chance at $10,000 in prizes.      http://www.pne.ca/starshowdown/index.html 

May 17 More summer stuff to do!!

Volunteer with Musart This Summer!

Cates Park Concert Series every Saturday from Jul. 9-Aug. 20 at Cates Park

This 7-part outdoor concert series showcases three bands every Saturday.  We need four volunteers each concert, from 1pm to 8pm.  The work consists of setting up and taking down the equipment with other small tasks.  In between, volunteers get to enjoy the music.  Food may be provided.

Deep Cove Daze Aug. 28 at Panorama Park

This one-day festival has live music and entertainment, local artisans, a midway of rides/activities for children, food vendors and more.

We need volunteers from Aug. 26-Aug. 29 and for orientation day.

Work includes: pick-up and return of equipment, site set-up and a variety of tasks on the day itself.  Perks are a free event t-shirt and free pizza for volunteers working on the day of the festival.  

Contact Event Coordinator Alina Wilson at alina@musart.ca.  

Please include your name, availability, contact information, desired number of hours and age, as well as any experience with sound equipment.  

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Hyad CAR WASH supports housing for young adults with disabilities.  

Volunteers are needed to wash cars onMay 28

The sun will be out by then and it'll be TONS o' FUN!!    Register with Ms Giraud NOW!

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Vancouver Aquarium  is looking for Volunteers for summer programs and I can't believe I don't have any applications yet!!!!    I know you all want to do this.......Students must be going into Grade 11 or 12. 

Deadline to apply is May 18- I need a resume, cover letter and details of which dates/group you're available for.   ASAP

 

May 16 Volunteer THIS MONTH and get your hours done!

Lynn Valley Day- May 31- needs volunteers--send me your name and email and your availablility-
AM/ PM or ALL DAY.              I will forward your name and you will be contacted.
ALSO needed- contestants for the Sutherland vs Argyle HOT DOG EATING CONTEST   Lynn Valley Day May 31!!    Again send me your name and email  and you will be contacted.


NORTH SHORE GREEN MARKET is looking for volunteers starting May 18. contact Kamiat northvanmarkets@gmail.com

FOR THE SUMMER
Cap U Serious FUN Summer Camps need YOU!  Must be energeteic, enthusiastic and as least 14 yrs old.
http://www.capilanou.ca/summercamps           Apply NOW   Limited spaces available






Remember to keep me informed if you want to earn credits towards the Work Experience 12A or 12B course.

May 16 Wex registration and Internship

ALL students wanting to take WORK EXPERIENCE next year must meet with Ms Giraud asap  to register.           Get started now to plan for next year!!

If you are in Grade 10 and want to take Work Experience - you should consider doing COOP. Coop includes Planning 10, Science 10 AND Work Experience - all during the school day- allowing for better options for work placements!   Send me an email if you want into Coop.
If you're not sure about work experience ~attend an info session  Tues at lunch  (May 24 and May 31) in the counseling office.
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TODAY at LUNCH- attend an info session in the counseling office about the RCMP Youth academy and the BEST emergency Services Program for youth.  Earn WEX credits and have fun!!                             If you missed it - see Ms Giraud

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Check out the PAID Barbara Brink internship at Science World.   Application deadline is Mary 22You must be in Grade 12 and have a grade of 90% or higher in at least two Science or Math courses.

http://www.scienceworld.ca/barbarabrink

The successful candidate of the internship will:

• work in a paid position, alongside Science World’s dynamic and professional staff
• have the opportunity to execute one of several projects identified by the Selection Committee or propose a project of their own creation for consideration
• upon successful completion of the project, receive a $2,200 scholarship award toward their post-secondary studies