Volunteers needed to do trail cleanup Oct 24

Looking for 11 volunteers to help with the clearing of a decommissioned trail and planting of native plants in North Vancouver next wednesday Oct 24th from 9.15am-12.15pm. For details please click --> HERE (the event is on rain or shine)


http://www.meetup.com/The-Lower-Mainland-Green-Team/events/74063212/

Best Teen Band or Solo Artist Contest

YOUTHINK  4th Annual BC's Best Teen Band or Solo Artists Contest officially kicked off today!

There are over $15,000 in prizes up for grabs this year, and we are looking for some talented high-school bands and solo artists to compete for this year's title of BC's Best Teen Band 2012.

　　

　

Band contest site:

     www.youthink.ca/bandcontest2013

　

All  rules and eligibility requirements can be found on the contest site, as well as a description of how the contest works. The deadline for entries is Monday, December 3, 2012 at 11:59pm.

　

　

Many of the bands, including the past winners, have gone on to do some amazing things and we can't wait to get a dose  of all the amazing musical talent that BC's teens have to offer this year!

Good Luck Sutherland!!!

 If you're competeing we want to know so we can support you!

pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Makeup and Film Job Shadow

This is the one and only film shadow until next August so don't miss out!!

Must be interested in acting or makeup for film.


http://newimage.ca/cc/teenjobshadowing/

If you 're interested send me an email and then let's get  onto it!!
                           pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

AND Check out the teen camps in Makeup, Acting and Aesthetics.

If you want to be in film then this is the place to be!!

Interested in a career in Policing?

Attend an info session tonight and learn about the RCMP Youth Academy!!

2121 Lonsdale Ave  6:30-7:30  Tuesday Oct 16

• Over the past sixteen years the North Vancouver School District, in collaboration with four other school districts and the RCMP have run a Youth Academy that is an intensive training and education program that mirrors DEPOT training in Regina, but on a 'mini' basis.

Comments from students: "This has been a life changing experience"

"Although I may not go into policing I do want to explore a career in law enforcement"

Please join us for the presentation and comments from a student who participated in the program last year. JD Lloyd, a Seycove student and


Corporal Paulo Arreaga will be speaking of their experiences at the Academy as well as taking any questions from the audience.

PARENTS and STUDENTS at any grade level are welcome to attend.

BCIT BIG INFO Session Oct 24

http://commons.bcit.ca/biginfo/about/

About BIG Info

Twice per year, BCIT hosts its “BIG Information Session & Program Expo” at the main campus in Burnaby. This free event is open to everyone and provides a unique opportunity for you to find out more about BCIT’s full-time programs and part-time courses and programs all in one place, at one time.
The BIG Info event gives you the opportunity to hear from successful BCIT grads, meet with faculty, staff and program advisors, and find out why employers hire BCIT grads. You can even apply to BCIT right on the spot!
The next BIG Info Session & Program Expo is  Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at our Burnaby Campus from 5:00pm – 8:00pm.

Welcome sessions

Learn about BCIT’s unique education path and what we have to offer. Welcome sessions include student and alumni testimonials, and great prize giveaways.  Welcome sessions will be held in SE6 Room 233 (Telus Theatre) at 5:30pm and 6:30pm.

Apply on the spot

Want to apply to BCIT while you are at BIG Info? The Student Information and Enrolment Services office will be open until 8pm in case you wish to apply.

Stanley Park - Discusson on Ecological Impacts

Interested in geography, the environment, conservation, sustainabillity......

Get the lowdown on ecological impacts of oil spills on wildlife

SPES will host a timely panel discussion of the ecological impact of oil spills on marine and intertidal wildlife as part of our Annual General Meeting on October 22
With Kinder Morgan’s plans to expand the Trans Mountain pipeline and bring 300 to 400 tankers a year through the Burrard Inlet, this is an issue that many of us care about.
The panelists are: Lance Barrett-Lennard, Senior Marine Mammal Scientist at Vancouver Aquarium, Robyn Worcester, Conservation Programs at Manager Stanley Park Ecology Society, and Ben West,  Healthy Communities Campaigner at Western Canada Wilderness Committee. Park Commissioner, Niki Sharma is the moderator.
Refreshments are provided, thanks to Whole Foods and ethical bean coffee.

The event takes place at the West End Community Center on Monday, October 22, 2012, 6:45-9 pm


Admission is free.
RSVP to sponsors@stanleyparkecology.ca or call 604-718-6523

http://stanleyparkecology.ca/2012/10/05/get-the-lowdown-on-ecological-impacts-of-oil-spills-on-wildlife/

Gene Researcher For a Week     Spring Break   2013

WANTED:

Ambitious Grade 11 & 12 students (or equivalent) with an innate curiosity for science

and human genetics

WHY:

To participate in the prestigious Gene Researcher for a Week (GRFAW) program

– your opportunity to gain insight into the world of genetic diseases through a

mentorship in one of Canada’s top genetic labs. This is a hands-on program where

you will participate in the activities in the lab.

Participants can learn how genes cause human genetic disorders and how top

scientists translate these findings into treatments and cures for genetic diseases.

The GRFAW mentoring program is a great opportunity for YOU to learn about human

genetics research and connect with the scientific community.

How:

Apply online at http://www.genecure.ca/en/programs/gene-researcher-for-a-week/

student-application/

Application Dates

November 1 – December 31, 2012

When:

Placements are during your own Spring Break 2013

Why:

http://www.genecure.ca/en/programs/gene-researcher-for-a-week/past-success/

For More Information:

Canadian Gene Cure Foundation

|               www.genecure.ca•

HIgh School Science week at UBC

  Interested in Biological Sciences???

Want to get a Hands on Lab Experience?

www.hli.ubc.ca

High School Student Week

At James Hogg Research Centre at St Paul's Hospital

November 5 -9, 2012

Application deadline: October 19, 2012

Send applications to events@hli.ubc.ca or Fax to 604-806-8346 with “Fall 2012 Application” in the subject line

The JHRC is a world-class institution focused on developing solutions to cardiopulmonary diseases.

We want to inspire and connect with young people who have an interest in experiencing life science research. Eight students will be selected to join our labs for a full week. All Fall 2012 participants will be eligible to apply for the 2013 Peter D. Paré Science Scholarship, a summer internship at JHRC.

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience what working in a life science research lab is all about like

● light microscopy ● confocal microscopy ● histology ● protein & DNA analysis ● careers in life science

Applications are available on the WEX bulletin board or see Ms Giraud

Only 8 Spots available and participants may apply for a 2 month summer scholarship $2000.

Cypress Mountain Work Experience

　
ATTENTION STUDENTS 15 –– 19 YEARS OLD!!
            Cypress Mountain Youth West Program

Would you like to:
1. Gain valuable experience in a fun and friendly environment?
2. Meet new friends?
3. Ski or snowboard for free in your spare time?

The Youth W.E.S.T. program at Cypress Mountain offers training and work experience to give you employment ready skills and prepare you for ski resort employment. Upon successfully completing the program, students will have the background needed for full or part time employment in a variety of entry-level ski area positions. The basic workplace skills developed while participating in this program will also be valuable in any employment environment.

Work Experience
Youth W.E.S.T participants will work on the mountain three days per month from November/December to March/April plus a few additional hours over Christmas and Spring Break. You will be trained and gain hands on experience in 3 areas of ski resort operations: Base Operations, Food & Beverage Services, and Ski/Snowboard Rentals.

Benefits
All students in the program will enjoy the following benefits:
Free Skiing/Snowboarding privileges
Free Ski/Snowboard rentals
Staff discounts on food
Staff discounts in the retail shop
Youth W.E.S.T Level II
Students who successfully complete the first level of the program may enroll in a second level of the program, which provides more in depth training and work experience in on-hill departments of Cypress Mountain (Junior Patrol or Snow School).

Applications are available NOW  on the WEX bulletin board or from Ms Giraud.

Apprenticeship Opportunity

Truck and Transport Mechanic (Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic) APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY Inland Kenworth, Peterbilt Pacific Inc, and Cullen Diesel Power Ltd in partnership with Thompson Rivers University will be offering an innovative apprenticeship program beginning in January 2013. Successful applicants to the program will receive an offer of employment from a sponsoring Company to become effective upon completion of the 17-month up-front training program. For more information and instructions how to submit an application, please visit our our website. Application Deadline: October 31, 2012. All applications will be acknowledged by email. No phone calls please. www.tcda.ca Stay Connected Transportation Career Development Association of BC 102 - 211 Columbia Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 2R5 Follow us on Tel: 604.998.4510 Email: info@tcda.ca Fax: 604.998.4511 URL: www.tcda.ca

Parkour at Science World

                                 www.Scienceworld.ca/teen

SWEET  Science Worlds Extravaganza Evenings for Teens

On the Edge....An inside look at Parkour.       For Teens ONLY!!
Live performance by Epik Parkour  and Fitness and Origins Parkour
And one time only presentation of          Ultimate X - The Movie

Oct 12     6:30-10:00                            Tickets  $10

Volunteers needed for the Harvest Festival

Harvest Festival @ Lynn Valley Village

Saturday Oct. 20th

Volunteers needed 11am-2pm and 2pm-6pm (or any time in-between)

Please contact  Stephanie@lynnvalleyvillage.com

Activites will include:

Setting up tents and tables, running carnival games for kids, facepainters assistant, and other duties

Looking for as many people as possible, especially at the begining and end of the event

                    Grab a couple of friends and have FUN helping out!!

Vancouver Aquarium Gr 12 only

 

September 2012

RE:    Counting on Howe Sound Educator Placement

We are looking for 4 highly motivated, energetic students in Grade 12 to fill the Marine Educator Work Experience Placement. Students must have completed Bio 11 in order to apply.  This placement will provide an excellent opportunity for students to gain experience working with marine invertebrates, youth and peers in an educational setting, work on their communication and leadership skills, develop a sense of teamwork and explore career options. Applicants will be accepted based on the student's work experience objectives and personal interests, as indicated in a cover letter, resume, and completed student information form, as well as an in person interview with the School Programs Coordinator.  

Job Description:

·         4 positions available

·         Assist with the preparation, delivery, peer assessment and clean up of the Counting on Howe Sound School Program

·         Enhance participants’ experience through group activities using hands-on,   interactive activity stations and props

·         Help supervise and lead peers and small groups of children during the school program

·         Help supervise the handling of live marine invertebrate animals

·         Possibility to help with animal care and maintenance in the Wet Lab

·         For more information on the Summer Camps, visit  

www.vanaqua.org/learn/schools/programs/4-7/counting-on-howe-sound

Skills Required:

·         Currently in Grade 12

·         Student must have completed Biology 11

Skills Preferred:

·         Outgoing, enthusiastic and self-motivated

·         Experience in educating and/or working with children

·         Have participated in leadership training

·         Excellent interpersonal, time management and presentation skills

·         Must be creative, flexible and proactive in problem solving

·         Interested in learning about marine biology and/or education

·         Must be comfortable working with live animals

Commitment: All Thursdays between November 1 and December 20^th from 9:00 – 2:30PM          

Mandatory Training: Thursday, November 1 from 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Please note:  Students must be able to attend the mandatory training session. 

Benefits:              

·         Gain valuable experience working with children and marine invertebrates

·         Gain valuable leadership and presentation skills

·         Priority placement in Volunteer training

·         Learn more about the animals at the Aquarium and in Howe Sound

·         Completion of hours towards Work Experience requirements

Email cover letter and resume all in 1 PDF document to  pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca  by  3pm October 11^th, 2012.

Volunteer at the Vancouver Aquarium !

 

 

 

September 2012

RE: Fall Wet Lab Assistant Work Experience Placement

The Vancouver Aquarium is currently recruiting 14 students for our

Fall Wet Lab Assistant Work Experience Placement.

As a work experience student, you will be working within a team of staff, volunteers, and other students to carry out routine animal care tasks and procedures and maintain vital operations of our Wet Lab facilities in order to facilitate the ultimate educational experience for our visitors as they handle and observe a wide variety of live tidal pool animals from local BC waters.

Title:	Wet Lab Assistant
Department:	Education
Term of Position:	Mandatory Training:  Sunday October  21st, 2012                                   9:00am-3:00pm Students will volunteer 1 day out of the week, Monday to Sunday: Monday       2:00pm-5:00pm    (2 students)   Tuesday      2:00pm- 5:00pm   ( 2 students) Wednesday 2:00pm-5:00pm    ( 2 students) Thursday     2:00pm-5:00pm    ( 2 students) Friday          2:00pm- 5:00pm    ( 2 students) Saturday     10 :00am-2:00pm  ( 2 students) Sunday        10 :00am-2:00pm  ( 2 students) Placement dates: Monday, October 22, 2012 to Friday February 1, 2012 excluding the following holidays, but students are still expected to come during Winter Break (Nov. 11, Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 26, Jan. 1)
Description of Volunteer Opportunity:	This placement will provide an excellent opportunity for students to build their knowledge and stewardship skills with regard to caring for marine life and the marine environment while gaining teaching experience, communication skills, developing a sense of teamwork and exploring career options through: ·         participating in daily animal care routines and operations in our Wet Lab facilities ·         participating in and facilitating safe handling of marine invertebrate animals ·         teaching visitors about marine shoreline life local to BC and the major conservation issues affecting it
Skills Preferred: Please Note:	·         Outgoing, enthusiastic and self-motivated ·         Students currently in Grades 11 or 12. ·         High level of professionalism and commitment ·         Interest in marine biology ·         Experience and/or genuine interest in educating or interacting with visitors ·         Strong English oral communications skills ·         Second language an asset Previous animal care experience is an asset but not necessary-training will be provided.
Volunteer Benefits:	·         Gain experience in animal care ·         Build knowledge of marine life and marine environment ·         Gain teaching experience in an informal setting ·         Priority placement in the volunteer training ·         Gain work experience hours

Please note: There are seven different placement options.  Please indicate clearly on the student information form in order of preference the top 3 options (days of the week) the student is applying for.

Submit your resume and cover letter to  pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

The deadline  is 3pm on Thursday October 10^th. 

Rivers Day Event Sept 30

What: Invasive Plant Pull and Native Planting Event
Where: Lynnmouth Park (near Cotton Road and Brooksbank Ave.) North Vancouver
When: Sunday, September 30 from 10am - 2pm


http://www.cnv.org/apps/commevent/details.aspx?id=2368

Youth parliament

If you are interested in a career in law or politics....get involved!

British Columbia Youth Parliament’s 84th Parliament will be held in Victoria at the Provincial Legislative Chambers from December 27 to 31, 2012. The Youth Parliament is a province-wide non-partisan organization for young people ages 16 to 21. It teaches citizenship skills through participation in the December parliamentary session and in community service activities throughout the year. Youth Parliament is a one year commitment.

for more info and applications go to: 

http://www.bcyp.org/joinus.html               http://www.bcyp.org/ 

All application forms must be received by October 23, 2012. Selected applicants will be notified in early November. If you require more information, please visit the website at www.bcyp.org.

For Senior Science Students

Only 2 spots left for students to attend the Gairdener Symposium Oct 22....
.....................see me or email NOW to register!    pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca



http://www.cmmt.ubc.ca/events/2012/08/2012-international-gairdner-symposium

Grade 10-12 students are invited to attend the 2012 International Gairdner Symposium on October 22, 2012 for a behind-the-scenes tour of world-class CFRI research facilities, and the opportunity to meet two Gairdner award winners and other health sciences experts. 2012 International Gairdner Symposium


About the Event:
8:30 am Registration
9:00 am Presentation:
Dr. William Kaelin, How I Accidentally Became a Scientist (And Why I am Glad I Did)
Dr. Jeffrey Ravetch, How Antibodies Work and Why
11:15 pm CFRI research tours


This event, hosted by Dr. Michael Hayden, Director, Center for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics(CMMT), will take place at the Child & Family Research Institute located at 938 West 28th Ave, Vancouver, BC.

Fundraising Gala needs volunteers

                                                         Gordon Smith Foundation  needs volunteers

The Gordon Smith Foundation is hosting its inaugural fundraising gala on Wednesday, November 21st.  The Gala will begin at 6:30 with a reception in the gallery (Main floor) and move at 7:30 to the 5th floor, "View Centre" for a seated dinner, entertainment and live auction.

The gala organizers will need volunteers during the day to set up 5 foot round tables and chairs for 140 guests.  The tables will need to be "dressed" and the chairs will need to be covered with "satin covers" which tie in the back.  This is an exacting task and also a task that requires some physical strength.  Our florist may also require some assistance arranging centrepieces and other floral.  Finally, the volunteer crew will be asked to count and unpack all the rentals upon arrival to ensure a complete order (glassware, cutlery, dishes, napkins, etc) and move them to "stations" around the 5th floor and within the gallery.

We are looking for 6 volunteers to work for approximately 3 hours starting at 1:00 pm on November 21, 2012.

Please contact Gail Johnson at        gail@smithfoundation.ca by October 15, 2012 if you are able to help out.

TAG Teen Art Group

The Teen Art Group (TAG)
The Vancouver Art Gallery and Continuing Studies at Emily Carr University of Art + Design are proud to announce the Teen Art Group (TAG), a unique program of workshops and activities for Vancouver-area teens, aged 15 – 18. Each month, the TAG group will meet twice – once at each institution – for fun, engaging and challenging workshops, discussions and tours that connect young people to contemporary art and artists.

What do TAG members do?  Get behind-the-scenes access to the facilities, instructors and studios of Emily Carr University of Art + Design, and the Vancouver Art Gallery’s collections, curators, staff and visiting artists.  Work with contemporary art, artists and ideas while connecting with other young artists and designers to create arts and culture events for teens in Vancouver.
 Participate in a different hands-on art-making workshop each month, and explore a wide range of issues with artists, curators, gallery educators, and media specialists.
 Generate new ideas, techniques and skills for your portfolio, and take your interest in art, design and culture to the next level with other teens that are serious about art!
TAG Launch | Thursday, September 20, 2012 The TAG will launch with a free event at the Vancouver Art Gallery on Thursday, September 20, 2012, from 4 pm – 7 pm. Come meet the programmers, check out the workshops we have planned, and pick up your application form. To RSVP to the launch, please contact ltoulouse@ecuad.ca or call 604 844-3856.
Want to apply, but can’t make it to the launch? Please email ltoulouse@ecuad.ca and an application form will be sent to you. Application deadline: Thursday, September 27, 2012. TAG Schedule | October 2012 – May 2013 Successful applicants will be invited to join the Teen Art Group and commit to attending twice per month for the 2012-13 school year. Meetings are held two Thursdays each month, from 4 pm – 7 pm, from October through May. The group will meet on the
first Thursday of every month (starting Thursday, October 4, 2012) at Emily Carr University, and the third Thursday of every month at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Regular attendance is required. Cost $300 for the entire year, limited bursaries available based on financial need.

APPLICATIONS AT   http://www.ecuad.ca/about/events/252762 
OR  ON THE WEX BULLETIN BOARD    OR SEE  MS. GIRAUD

BCIT BIOTECH Program 1 week for youth!

Biotechnology
BIOT 0001 - Biotechnology Career Awareness

A collaborative effort between BCIT, the Greater Vancouver School Districts and various local Biotechnology companies to provide Grade 10, 11 and 12 students with an opportunity to experience the field of biotechnology as a career path. Students spend five days in an actual biotech lab, and also visit companies in the field. Prerequisite: Must be in Grade 10,11, or 12.  
Credits  40 hours for WEX12A/12B

Info pkg and application:

http://www.bcit.ca/files/health/biotech/pdf/career_awareness_pkg_2010.pdf
submit completed application to Ms Giraud     pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Deadline to apply  Oct 20        cost $150                 dates: Dec 10-14   or    April 22-26