Graduation Transitions Manager

Sharing the Dream webcast

gradtransitions — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 06:05:01 +0000

The Sharing the Dream student-led webcast series brings the excitement of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games to classrooms across Canada. Each webcast explores youth issues related to culture, sustainability, sports & healthy living, Olympism, Paralympism and global citizenship. There are still plenty of opportunities for you to get your students and school involved in the upcoming webcasts and discussions. Last year’s webcasts are also archived to be viewed at your convenience.

Visit this site for details about this year’s upcoming webcast guests and teacher materials as soon as they are available!

http://www.sharingthedream.gov.bc.ca/resources/webcasts/welcome.php

Sanofi-Aventis BioTalent Challenge

gradtransitions — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 05:41:46 +0000

Are you interested in biology?

The Sanofi-Aventis BioTalent Challenge (SABC) encourages young Canadians to pursue studies and careers in the exciting field of biotechnology.

Apply at:

http://sanofibiotalentchallenge.ca/

VMUN 2010

gradtransitions — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 04:54:38 +0000

Vancouver Model United Nations 2010 has now opened for registration!

http://www.vmun.com/

CBC News Day

gradtransitions — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 04:39:23 +0000

CBC provided 30 students with the opportunity to put on an evening news broadcast in Vancouver.

Students produced stories, reported on stories and did streeter paks and promos. The team of finalists were chosen from over 150 applicants. These students worked with top journalists like Mi-Young Lee and Alan Waterman to produce their stories. Time in the editing studios, production and reporting were well spent.

This great opportunity happened on November 26th 2009. Interested? Check out the website below and apply next year!

http://www.cbc.ca/bc/newsday/

Youth Leadership Millenium Program – B.C.

gradtransitions — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:54:04 +0000

Running from July to January, the Millenum Leadership program is a Training program with 5 unique focuses including:

Personal development
Leadership development
Adventure Expedition
Community Awareness
Community Initiative

Successful graduates will receive:

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award (DEA)
Youth Leadership Millennium (YLM ) Award
Toastmasters International Certificate
First Aid Certificate

Contact: vicky.ma@success.bc.ca

IMPACT NATIONAL CONFERENCE

gradtransitions — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:47:32 +0000

The conference attracts 500 of the top high school and post-secondary students from across Canada. This is where youth leaders and like-minded individuals with a passion for entrepreneurship gather to inspire, learn, educate, and cultivate their peers with the entrepreneurial spirit.

This two-day conference aims to inspire and motivate youth to participate in entrepreneurial endeavours while equipping them with the skills needed to become ambassadors for entrepreneurship in their communities.

Impact’s networking activities and workshops provide participants with an opportunity to develop and practice key business skills such as teamwork, strategizing, decision making, taking initiative, practical start-up skills, and creative thinking. In addition the conference boasts a star-studded lineup of speakers from a wide spectrum of backgrounds including business, entertainment, technology and science. These speakers lead a variety of stimulating events designed to enrich delegates’ knowledge on entrepreneurship. This year’s conference features a variety of events including 6th annual gala dinner, interactive workshops, breakaway speaker sessions, office tours, an exhibition and much more.

We’re very excited to have you join our 6th annual National Conference in Toronto this year. The Impact National Conference will be hosted and recognized as a premier event during Global Entrepreneurship Week this November.

Website: http://www.conference.impact.org/

APPLY EARLY DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 1ST

Junior Team Canada

gradtransitions — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:43:19 +0000

Junior Team Canada Economic Missions are teams of young Canadians who travel to foreign markets and explore business opportunities on behalf of Canadian business and industry. Team members network with government, business and education leaders in order to gather key market intelligence. In addition, our team examines the global issues that developing countries are facing, and how Canada can play a lead role in making a difference.

At the end of the mission, participants produce market reports that are presented to their sponsors. These reports are also used by Canadian companies and organizations to help further identify opportunities in foreign markets.

Contact: amy@globalvision.ca

Each year, young Canadians compete for a spot on the Junior Team Canada Mission. To be eligible, youth must attend one of the Global Leaders Centers across Canada.

Canadian Chemistry Contest

gradtransitions — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:10:26 +0000

Can’t get enough of chemistry?

The Canadian Chemistry Contest covers a wide range of materials in the Pan-Canada curriculum – from gas equilibrium to organic chemistry. Part A of the contest consist of 25 multiple choice questions, while Part B contains two essays (chosen from four topics). Each part must be completed within 90min. Monetary prizes are awarded to the top scorers. This contest is completely hand-marked!

GO to:

http://www.cheminst.ca/index.cfm?ci_id=2762&la_id=1

Biotrek

gradtransitions — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:06:42 +0000

BioTrek is a five-day summer biotechnology program for selected high school students across Canada. Students perform challenging biotechnology experiments with advanced equipment seldom seen in regular classrooms. Discover your potential. Learn more about science and math. Perhaps, you’ll be inspired to pursue a career in science and mathematics!

Website: http://www.biotrek.ca/index.htm

CONNECTMUN

gradtransitions — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 03:27:18 +0000

Registration for CONNECTMUN is occurring NOW.

Go to: http://www.connectmun.ca/