WGSS Gator News for Grads Newsletter #11 Follow us @GatorFutures February 25, 2020

Student Transcript

Service (STS) As of February 22, 2020, 264 Grade 12s have authorized PSIs to receive their transcripts; 132 Grade 12s have not. Capstone teachers and English teachers have the list should students wish to check. May 1, 2020 is the deadline to enter PSI Selections in order for BC, OUAC, U of Alberta, and U of Calgary to be able to pick up marks on May 4, 2020. Students can continue making selections for the final months of their school year. July 10, 2020 is the deadline for students to have indicated the institutions who they want to receive their transcript in the July distribution. Students should be sure to include out of province and international institutions so their transcripts are sent to institutions in late July. 2020 PSI selections can be make at: studenttranscripts.gov.bc.ca Our Counsellors and Career Advisors are available to assist students with any questions they may have about the Student Transcript Service.

SD35 Trades Programs Langley School District is now able to accept graduating grade 12 students in the dual-credit ITA Youth Train in Trades programs. These programs are industry-standard training, which offer Level 1 training in the apprenticeship trades of: carpentry, automotive service technician, hairstylist, professional cook level 1, electrical, piping and plumbing, and horticulture.

Students considering one of these trades in their post-secondary path are encouraged to speak with our Career Advisor, Leyla Balouch, lbalouch@sd35.bc.ca to learn how to apply to these TUITION FREE programs. Applications are due Friday, April 3, 2020.

Institutional Up-Dates BCIT Students who are still considering applying to BCIT

can check program availability (e.g. waitlists):

bcit.ca/admission/program-availability/

Capilano University Self-reporting of high school grades is open until March 31. Students can begin to self-report their high school grades following instructions here. Application deadlines for all CapU Programs are approaching; please refer to individual program pages for the deadlines here. The Entrance Awards Deadline is also approaching. Students need to apply by March 1. Entrance awards range from $500 to over $50,000. Students can apply using the steps found here. University of Victoria Self-reporting opened February 15 and closes on March 31. Students will only be able to access the self-reporting section of their application after they receive the introductory email from their admission assistant. Students can only self-report their grades once. Therefore, we encourage all WGSS students to wait until they have their second term marks on March 6. All self-reported grades are subject to verification when the university accesses the marks from the Ministry of Education.

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If you are doing a distributed learning (e.g. online or night school class) you must have already completed 50% or more of the course assignments/tests to self-report the course grade. The course must be finished no later than May 31 and the final grade submitted by your distance-learning provider to the Ministry of Education by the end of June for inclusion on your official transcript. Thompson River University Admission to the Bachelor of Engineering in Software Engineering at TRU is open for Fall 2020 and seats are limited. Software engineering is one of the most in-demand and fastest growing professions. The Engineering and Applied Science Department wants to ensure students at different academic levels have an opportunity to explore the Software Engineering industry, which is one reason they have an admission grade requirement of only 67% or higher. This is just one of the many advantages of applying to the Bachelor of Engineering in Software Engineering at TRU. If students want to take advantage of the lower academic requirements they must apply right away because TRU is processing applications and making admission decisions as they are received. High School Admission Requirements 1. BC Grade 12 Graduation 2. BC English 12/English 12 First Peoples with a

minimum of 67% (or equivalent). 3. Pre-Calculus 12 with a minimum of 67% (or

equivalent). 4. Physics 12 with a minimum of 67% (or

equivalent). 5. Chemistry 12 with a minimum of 67% (or

equivalent).

March 1, 2020 is the deadline to apply, however, space permitting applications may be accepted after this date, but for students to take advantage of the lower academic requirements they must apply APPLY NOW

University of Saskatchewan

March 1 is the deadline to submit transcripts and supporting documents required for admission for: Education, Kinesiology and Combined Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education.

The deadline to apply for admission to Agriculture and Bioresources has been extended to May 1. This is the last day to apply to begin studies in Fall 2020. June 1 is the deadline to submit transcripts and supporting documents required for admission to this college. The deadline to apply for awards and submit supplemental items like transcripts is March 1. University of Toronto The University of Toronto is working their way through the admissions process. U of T has released two rounds of decisions, with a third round scheduled for the end of February. Additional rounds are scheduled to be released in March and again in April. In addition to offers of admission, there will be some refusals issued in this round, primarily to students who are not competitive applicants for the program to which they applied. Students who have not received a response from the U of T are encouraged to update their application when they have updated supporting documentation (e.g., grades, test scores) to ensure that U of T has the student’s most current information.

Important Deadlines March

March 1 – CAP – entrance awards deadline

March 1 – UofA – application deadline for most direct entry programs

March 2 – Douglas – scholarship application deadline

March 15 – UVIC – English language proficiency deadline for Commerce program

March 15 – TWU – financial aid application deadline

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March 31 – VIU – application deadline for most programs

March 31 – CAP – self-report closes

March 31 – UVic – self-report closes

March 31 – U of T – application for residency

April

April 6 – KPU – major entrance scholarship application deadline

April 30 – U of A – deadline for submitting updated marks/courses

April 30 – U of A – guaranteed residence deadline

May

May 1 – WGSS Capstone presentations – all Grade 12s

May 1 – Student Transcript Service – all students should have up-dated and completed their Ministry Transcript Release by this time if they are planning on September 2020 admission

May 1 – KPU – deadline to submit Interim grades for distributed learning courses

May 1 – TWU – housing deposit date

May 1 – UBC – residency application deadline

May 1 – UBC – deadline for most students to accept UBC’s offer of admission and pay the acceptance deposit. Some students’ deadline will be June 1st. Please refer to your letter of admission

May 1 – U of Calgary – residency application deadline

May 1 – McGill – self-report closes

May 31 – UVIC – deadline to have all distributed learning courses 100% completed

June

June 1 – deadline to accept offer for most institutions

June 1 – TWU – enrolment deposit date

June 6 – McGill – deadline to request residency

June 8 – Queen’s – deadline to apply and pay deposit for residency

Early June – begin applying for Student Loan

Up-Coming Learning

Opportunities TRU Info Session When: Wednesday, February 26th Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm Where: Civic Hotel, Boulevard Ballroom

13475 Central Ave, Surrey Info: Information and registration

If you have applied to TRU please look for an invitation to this event.

Join TRU Student Recruiter-Advisors to learn about your next steps to becoming a TRU student.

This invitation only event will feature an informative presentation followed by a group Q&A period. Afterwards, there will be time to ask your additional questions that were not covered in the presentation and to mingle with other TRU future students. Please RSVP.

VIU Discovery Day Date: Thursday, February 27th Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Place: Vancouver Island University Campus Info: Registration BCIT Digital Arts Info Session Date: Monday, March 2nd Time: 5:30 – 7:00 pm Place: BCIT Campus, Willingdon Campus Info: Registration

This info session covers the 7 different programs within the Digital Arts area, including: 3D Modeling, Art and Animation, Communication Design Essentials, Digital Design and Development, Graphic Communications Technology Management, Graphic Design, New Media Design and Web Development, Technical Arts

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Study and Go Abroad Fair When: Tuesday, March 3rd Time: 2:00 – 6:00 pm (Fair)

1:00 – 6:00 pm (Seminars) Where: Vancouver Convention Centre Info: Information

Canada's Largest International University and Student Travel Expo

Meet with top universities, graduate schools and professional schools from around the world

The expo is from 2-6pm, but the Feature Info Session on Scholarships starts at 1pm. Info Sessions are held throughout the expo - see schedule below: o 1:00 pm – The Search for Scholarships o 2:00 pm – Top Tips for Studying Nursing and

other Professional Health Degrees in the UK o 3:00 pm – Study at ITECH, a Top French

Engineering School Specializing in Applied Chemistry

o 4:00 pm – Do You Want to Study Medicine? Attend Avalon University on the Beautiful Island of Curaçao

o 5:00 pm – Study Pharmacy in the Heart of the UK, Choose Birmingham

Justice Institute of BC Open House When: Wednesday, March 4th Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Where: 715 McBride Blvd. New West. Info: Information

Speak with Program Advisors from various JIBC programs and learn what it takes to be competitive in these careers

Take a tour of the New Westminster campus

Watch one of JIBC’s presentations in the theatre to learn about the many JIBC programs available in law enforcement, paramedicine, emergency management, firefighting, conflict resolution, leadership and more

KPU Education Assistant Certificate Program Info. Session When: March 4th and April 7th Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm Where: KPU Langley Campus

Room West 1010 Info: Information and registration

UBC Technovation Girls Date: Friday, March 6th Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm Place: The Garage – Microsoft Vancouver

Ideation and App Development Workshop Date: Friday, April 17th Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm Place: The Garage – Microsoft Vancouver

How to Pitch Workshop

With the support of volunteer mentors, girls work in teams to code mobile apps that address real-world problems they’ve identified.

Information Operation Med School

Date: Sunday, March 8th

Time: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm

Where: Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre University of British Columbia Info: Information

Operation Med School (OMS) is a non-profit, student-run organization that hosts one-day conferences in Canada and the USA to educate youth about the journey of a medical career.

Their goal is to inspire, inform and encourage students to follow their medical dreams and head bravely into their future endeavors.

The conference gives students a new approach to medical careers through activities and lectures by medical experts.

It is the perfect chance for high school students to explore the medical field, meet peers who share the same passion, and speak with knowledgeable medical professionals.

Explore Capilano University When: Wednesday, March 11th Time: 5:30 – 8:00 pm Where: Capilano University

North Vancouver Campus Info: CapU Info Night Information

Find out about dozens of programs and student services

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BCIT Engineering Info Night When: Wednesday, March 11th Time: 5:30 – 7:00 pm Where: BCIT, Building SE02, TownSquare A/B

3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby Info: Information

The session will be featuring degree programs: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mining and Building Science.

TWU Preview Weekend When: March 20th and 21st Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm Where: Trinity Western University

7600 Glover Rd. Langley Info: Information and registration

You'll stay in a dorm, learn about TWU programs, attend a lecture and meet professors and students, among other fun activities.

You can bring your parents. TWU wants you and your family to be confident in your decision—and the best way to know is to experience it for yourself.

TRU Spring Break Open House When: Saturday, March 21st Time: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm Where: TRU Kamloops, Old Main Bldg. Info: Information Douglas Academic Foundations for Child and Youth Care Information Sessions When: Tuesday, March 24th Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Where: Douglas College, Coquitlam Campus

The Academic Foundations for Child and Youth Care is accepting applications for Fall 2020. This program is designed for students who wish to apply for the Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care, but will not be 19 years of age by November 1st of their first year. It includes three program-required courses and electives, allowing students to apply for entrance into the degree in their second year and earning them a certificate. If you are interested in, please attend an information session.

UBC Engineering Event for Girls When: Saturday, March 28th Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Where: UBC Vancouver Campus Info: Information

Explore why engineering is an amazing career for women who want to change the world, help improve the lives of others and the environment around us, and who like teamwork and problem-solving. This event is for high school girls in grades 10-12. Register here

TWU Preview Day When: Friday, April 3rd Time: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Where: TWU Langley Campus Info: Preview Day Information KPU 2020 Fashion Show When: Thursday, April 16th Times: 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm Where: KPU’s Wilson School of Design Info: Tickets and information

This Spring, emerging apparel designers prepare to graduate from the Wilson School of Design at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) and showcase their innovative, thought-provoking and stylish collections at B.C.'s biggest student-led fashion show.

Theatre Studies – Douglas College

Auditions for the Fall 2020 intake to the Theatre Program is April 17th.

If you are interested, you need to follow this three-step process:

1) Apply for admission to the Theatre program 2) Get ready for the audition (hint: look at KPU’s Auditions page for info) 3) Read and reply to the audition offer email as soon as you receive it.

Full details can be found on KPU’s Theatre Auditions page

For more information, contact program assistant Erin Byers at performingarts@douglascollege.ca

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US College Expo Canada When: Saturday, April 18th Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Where: Sheraton Wall Centre Info: Information

This one-day event in Vancouver gives students the opportunity to connect with US college representatives, listen and learn from guest speakers, understand the USA admissions process

National College Fairs When: Sunday, April 19th Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Where: Vancouver Convention Center Info: Information and registration

Free and open to the public, NACAC fairs connect guests with hundreds of colleges and universities in one location.

Destination UVic When: Saturday, May 23rd Where: UVic Campus Info: Registration and information

UVic invites student applicants and their families to get a taste of student life on campus. UVic wants families to see, hear and feel what it's like to be a UVic student

At Destination UVic, participants will be able to speak with current UVic students, faculty-specific academic advisers, staff members, and future students who have the same questions as you o What is it like living in residence? o What activities can I participate in? o If I am accepted, which courses should I

choose, and how do I register? o How much should I budget for my 1st year?

Destination UVic is open to all students who apply for undergraduate studies at UVic starting in September 2020.

Registration opens in April 2020

Scholarship Information

Entrance Scholarship Deadlines

March 1 ............... Calgary

March 1 ............... Capilano

March 1 ............... Carlton

March 1 ............... Dalhousie

March 1 ............... TRU

March 1 .................. U of Manitoba

March 1 ............... UFV

March 2 ............... Douglas

March 30 ............. Waterloo

March 31 ............. UVic

April 6 .................. KPU

General Scholarships The WGSS Counselling & Careers Website links families to SD 35’s District Scholarship Website. This website contains a searchable database with over 400 scholarship opportunities for high school students. Excellence Scholarships

The Capilano Excellence Scholarships (CAPX), is a renewable scholarship for up to 4 years

Deadline is March 1st

CAPX Info University of the Fraser Valley

Up to $16,000 (x4)

Recipients of the President’s Entrance Scholarship will demonstrate exceptional academics, citizenship and leadership and be enrolling in a full-time program at UFV. There are a number of other scholarships such as:

Dr. Francis Pang for Computer Info. Systems

Manning Elliott for Business Administration

NAI Goddard & Smith for Business admin.

Details of these and other awards offered can be reviewed at UFV Entrance Awards

Deadline: March 1st

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BC-China Award for Excellence in Chinese

$500 (x 50) awards for B.C. students Criteria - Applicants must:

Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Ordinarily reside in British Columbia enrolled as a full-time Grade 12 student

Have completed a Mandarin Chinese Grade 11 course in BC with a minimum course grade of 86% – course completion attained through challenge, equivalency or other course credit is not eligible

Deadline: March 1st

BC-China Award Info The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes

$1,000 (x5)

If you are an athlete living in the Lower Mainland (including Langley) and you are passionate about your sport and have made efforts to support your personal mental health and wellness or that of your sports team or community, we want to hear from you

This scholarship is made possible by the Vancouver Canucks Alumni

Deadline: March 6th

Rick Blight Scholarship Information RE/MAX 2020 Quest for Excellence

$1,000 (x16)

This program was established by RE/MAX of Western Canada to recognize the success and ongoing pursuits of Western Canadian students regarding leadership and community contribution initiatives.

Only online entries will be accepted

Deadline: March 9th

RE/MAX Scholarship information and registration form

Leonard Foundation Financial Assistance Program

The Leonard Foundation Scholarships are awarded to students enrolled or enrolling in an accredited undergraduate degree program in a College or University in Canada

The institutions must be open to all without restriction except for an academic standard. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants.

All applicants will be considered, but preference may be given to children of ordained clergy, teachers, Canadian military personnel, graduates of a Canadian Military College, members of the Engineering Institute of Canada and members of the Mining and Metallurgical Institute of Canada.

Deadline: March 15th

Leonard Foundation Info The Trevor Linden Community Spirit Scholarship (The Canucks for Kids Fund)

$2,500 (x4)

Awarded to recognize student leaders in the Province of BC who are entering their first year of post-secondary education, who are in good academic standing and who have made exceptional contributions in the following areas:

Service + leadership

Initiating community development

Affecting positive change

Mentoring others

Personal development and growth

Good academic performance

Deadline: March 15th

Trevor Linden Scholarship Info Generation Google Scholarship

$5,000

Applicants should intend to pursue a computer science or computer engineering degree, or a degree in a closely related technical field

Applicants should be an exemplary leader and demonstrate a passion for computer science and technology

Deadline: March 18th

Generation Google Scholarship Info Girl Guides of Canada

Scholarships are open to girls pursuing both full-time and part-time post-secondary education at a recognized college, university or trades program.

Guiding involvement and participation are important criteria in the awarding of National Scholarships, and applicants must remain a member of Girl Guides of Canada for the upcoming 2020-2021 Guiding year

Deadline: March 30th

Girl Guide Scholarship Info

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Rotary Club of Langley Scholarship

$1,500 (x6)

Scholarships are available to secondary students graduating from Langley schools who are pursuing further education at an accredited post secondary institution.

Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have Permanent Resident status.

Applications must be emailed to wawiebe@gmail.com.

A well-written essay is required.

Deadline: March 30th

Visit The Rotary Club of Langley's website for the application, complete rules as well as the essay question.

Lumen Scholarship

$1,000

The LUMEN Scholarship will be awarded to a high school graduate who has been impacted by invisible illnesses.

Invisible illnesses are health conditions that are not visibly apparent, including mental health conditions, autoimmune diseases, and learning disabilities. This scholarship is open to people who have been impacted by invisible illnesses in any way. Whether you have an invisible illness yourself or someone in your life has an invisible illness that has impacted you, you are eligible to apply.

Deadline: March 30th

Lumen Scholarship Info Prospera Credit Union Educational Awards

$1,500 Neutron Educational Awards are open to any Prospera member under the age of 18 years of age who is pursuing a full-time-post-secondary education

$1,000 Nebula Awards are open to any Prospera member pursuing a full-time post-secondary education in Athletics, Fine Arts or Culture.

This award is based on academic achievements, financial need and involvement in the community

Deadline: March 31st

Prospera Credit Union Award Info

BC Soccer Scholarship

BC Soccer is proud to award scholarships every year to players and referees proceeding on to post-secondary education.

The scholarships are presented at a special Scholarship Celebration at a Whitecaps FC match in June/July each year. Applications must be signed off by your Youth District Soccer Association Chairperson or Adult League President

The completed application can either be forwarded to BC Soccer by the Youth District/Adult League or the individual who is applying for the scholarship application

Deadline: March 31st

BC Soccer Scholarship Info Women in the Trades

$1,500 (x6) scholarships

This scholarship exists to support women as they pursue education or training in one of the following trades: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, restoration, landscaping, appliance repair, or glass repair and installation

Candidates are evaluated based on financial need and passion for chosen profession

Deadline: March 31st

Women in Trades Scholarship Info Pacific Coast Lacrosse Bursary

$2,000

Pacific Coast Field Lacrosse League is providing a bursary for graduating players who are registered in their U18 league

Players must have good lacrosse ability, demonstrate good sportsmanship, hold a 2.5 minimum GPA, and give back to the sport of field lacrosse through coaching and/or refereeing

Forward your lacrosse portfolio (community field lacrosse only) and include a recent transcript of your grades, along with letters of reference from, coaches, teachers, your association head coach, parents of players you coach, your association head referee, etc., to:

Pacific Coast Field Lacrosse Bursary Committee, c/o Lynda Callard 237 Archer Street New Westminster, BC V3L 4E1

Deadline: March 31st

PCL Bursary Info

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Union of National Employees (UNE SEN) Bursary/Scholarship

$1,000/region

The Laurier Auger Bursary awards $2,000 to an UNE member – or their partner or child – who is entering the first year of post-secondary education

This award is awarded to students in their last year of high school who are about to pursue post-secondary education

Deadline: March 31st

UNE SEN Information Retail as a Career Scholarship

20 scholarships available this year – one $5,000 Interac Scholarship, one $3,000 Canadian Retail Hall of Fame Scholarship and eighteen $1,000 Industry-Sponsored Scholarships

To be considered for one of the scholarships applicants must meet the following criteria:

Enrolled full-time or part-time at a Canadian college or university Fall 2020

Pursuing a retail, business or marketing-related program

Be currently working part-time or full-time within the retail industry

Deadline: April 1st

Retail as a Career Scholarship Info Charlene Reaveley Bursary

$500 (x12) The Charlene Reaveley Children’s Charity (CRCCS) recognizes graduating students who harbour the hope and potential for a brighter tomorrow in the face of adversity through the loss of a parent and/or sibling.

• Students must meet the following criteria; 1. Grade 12 graduating student 2. Loss of a parent and/or sibling 3. Enrolled in a certified post secondary

program within the same year of graduating 4. Involved in the community/volunteer work 5. Be a BC Resident 6. Write and submit a 400-500 word letter on

how they fit the criteria.

Deadline: April 15th

Charlene Reaveley Bursary Info

Overwaitea Food Group

$1000 (x 10)

The scholarships will be awarded to applicants who have promoted diversity, awareness and acceptance in their community and have not previously received the Joint Diversity Scholarship.

Applicants must be BC residents as well as persuing post-secondary education at an accredited institution within BC in the fall of 2020.

Deadline: May 1st

Overwaitea Scholarship Info BC School Sports Scholarships

Bert & Greta Quartermaine Badminton Scholarship:

Scholarships: $1,000 (x6)

This scholarship is dedicated to assisting worthy BC School Sports student-athletes competing in badminton at the high school level in their desire to attend an accredited Canadian post-secondary school.

Deadline: May 4th

BCSS - Badminton Scholarship Info BCSS Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship:

This scholarship is for one male and one female student who truly excel as a student-athlete.

Applicants must have competed in at least two BCSS approved sports during grade 12. Unsuccessful applicants for the Dave Gifford Memorial Scholarship will automatically be considered for their respective Zone Scholarship.

Deadline: May 4th

BCSS Dave Gifford Scholarship Info

BCSS Zone Scholarships

Applicants must have competed in at least one BCSS approved sport during Grade 12. They must be enrolled in a B.C. School, be graduating this year and be entering their first year of full-time studies in a Canadian University or College.

Applicants must have demonstrated exceptional athletic achievement in a BCSS sanctioned sport, have a minimum grade percentage of 75% and have demonstrated outstanding service and leadership in school and/or community.

Two scholarships will be awarded for each athletic zone (one male and one female).

Deadline: May 4th

BC Zone Scholarship Info

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BC Dairy Association

$500 (x2)

The BC Dairy Association is dedicated to assisting worthy student-athletes in their desire to attend an accredited Canadian University or College.

The BC Dairy Association Scholarship rewards student-athletes who exemplify school spirit, practice a healthy lifestyle, and engage with their community.

To qualify, applicants must have competed in BCSS approved sports, specifically, Gymnastics or Track & Field during the applicant’s grade 12 school year.

Deadline: May 4th

BC Dairy Association Scholarship Info

Career Education

Opportunities

Our Career Advisor, Mrs. Balouch, is available 4-days a week – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Our Career Advisor, Mrs. McGee, is available Thursdays each week. Lattitude Global Volunteering Grade 12s considering a Gap Year volunteering overseas with Lattitude should apply by the Priority Application Deadline of February 29th. This is for any placements that depart between mid-2020 and early 2021. Apply at www.lattitudecanada.org Gap Year Grant Opportunity The Travel Access Project (TAP) has announced they will be awarding up to TEN $3,000 grants for Gap Year travel during the 2020-21 academic year. Applications will be open until February 29th. Students can apply for both Lattitude and TAP at the same time. Details and application can be found here.

Canadian Tourism College - Free Workshops When: March 17th to March 19th Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Where: Surrey Campus Do you want to travel the world and work in the travel and tourism industry? Learn more about industry and student life by exploring the Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Business and Flight Attendant programs. Each day CTC will present a new topic. Get hands-on training and learn from the experts while having fun. Please see Mrs. Balouch, Career Advisor, for more information. BCIT Biotech Career Awareness Program When: April 27th to May 1st Application Deadline: March 6th Cost: $213.98 for domestic students $641.94 for international students The program is directed at Grade 10, 11 and 12 students with an interest in science and is built on a partnership between BCIT, Life Sciences BC, local biotechnology companies and participating school districts. Please see Mrs. Balouch, Career Advisor, for more information. Send your application form to biotech@bcit.ca, BCIT Biotechnology department by March 6th SFU Summer Camp Volunteer SFU has opened applications for the Summer 2020 Summer Camp Volunteers. This is an excellent opportunity for students to gain work experience while getting familiar with SFU's Burnaby Campus. Must be 14 years old by June 29, 2020 criminal record check required (upon

acceptance of position) Comfortable working with children Application Deadline: April 26th Interviews: May 11th to, 14th (Must attend one date) Training: June 16th and 17th in the evening SFU Volunteer Job Description

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U of Toronto Summer Law and Medicine Youth Programs

This summer, step into the University of Toronto and explore the worlds of law and medicine.

The Youth Summer Program (YSP) was established in 2008 and every summer students from across North America and around the world are offered an exclusive glimpse into the world of Medicine and Law. A unique modular-based format provides students with a diverse set of subject areas and flexibility. Students participate in the exploration of the respective fields, career opportunities, and what they should be thinking about and doing in high school to prepare themselves for post-secondary admission and education.

Registration for applications is open but first come first served. High school students have the opportunity to sign up for weekly modules in either the Faculty of Law or the Faculty of Medicine.

This year's fees do not include accommodation, lunch or transportation to and from the program. The cost of the law weeks are approximately $1,000/week and the medicine program is approximately $1,488/wk plus $98 registration fee per student.

Information

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Self-Report /Transcript Information Prepared by WGSS Counselling & Careers Jan. 6, 2020

All students need to complete the Student Transcript Service (STS) before May 1st in order to have their interim transcript automatically sent to their selected institutions and organizations. In July, final transcripts will be issued according to the selections you have chosen before May 1st (including institutions outside of Canada, the NCAA Clearinghouse, and private institutions).

Link to Student Transcript Service Institution Deadlines Transcript Instructions / Marks to use STS: Select Default

BCIT No Self-Report Option Nothing should be mailed

Provide electronic transcript when you apply; provide up-dated transcript as requested by the department

Select Interim & Final

Capilano Self-Report Opens: Jan. 1 Self-Report Closes: Mar. 31

You can only self-report once so most students wait for Term 2 marks. Marks can only be uploaded through portal

Select Interim & Final

Douglas Various deadlines Check the program deadlines

Some competitive entry programs will request a transcript after you have applied; all other programs use STS

Select Interim & Final

Emily Carr Application + Documents Deadline: Jan. 15

Physical transcripts should be mailed, couriered, or dropped off in person

Select Interim & Final

KPU Limited Intake Program Transcript Deadline: March 1

Limited Intake Programs (only CADD, EPT, Engineering & Mechatronics) must complete Self-Report Form; all other programs use STS

Select Interim & Final

McGill Early Optional: Jan. 6 – Feb. 1 Mandatory: Mar. 1 – May 1

Required to self-report grades using Minerva Select Final

McMaster Early Consideration: Mid-February Final Submission Deadline: April 1

School to email an unofficial transcript to: macdocs@mcmaster.ca. If a conditional offer is granted, send an official transcript via STS

Select Interim & Final

Queen’s Last Day to Submit Transcript: Feb. 15 Official transcript must be mailed directly to institution, or emailed by your counsellor to Queen’s

Select Interim & Final

SFU Self-Report Opens: Dec. 2 Self-Report Closes: Mar. 15 Self-Report for Beedie + SEE: Feb. 7

Self-Report all grade 11 and most up-to-date grade 12 marks

Select now - XML

TRU Admissions Deadline: March 1 Official transcript required at the time you apply. If, required by your program (i.e. Nursing). Check your student account for next steps. No self-report option.

Select now - XML

TWU Early Admissions: Mar. 1 Regular Admissions: Until program full

Provide transcript at the time of application or shortly thereafter; authorize STS to release your final grades

Select Final

U of Alberta

Deadline to Update Marks: Feb 1 Deadline to Submit Marks: April 30

Self-report Term 1 and Term 2 marks, as they are available.

Select Interim & Final

U of Calgary Early Admission Deadline to Upload Transcript: Jan. 15

Upload PDF version through MyUCalgary application portal. U of C plan to pick up BC transcripts: January, May and July.

Select Interim & Final

U of Sask. Early Admission: Upload by Dec. 1 Admission: Upload by Feb. 15

Upload transcript of most up-to-date Grade 11 +12 marks when apply; upload Term 1 marks when available

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U of T Self-Report Opens: Jan. 3 Self-Report Closes: Jan. 19

Document deadline varies by program (Jan. 19th – Feb. 1st). Use Term 1 marks for self-report. Check Join UofT

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UBC Deadline to select UBC in STS: Jan. 15 Self-report your marks at the time you apply Select now - XML

UFV No Self-Report Option Some competitive programs will request a transcript; UFV picks up interim and final marks from the Ministry

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UNBC Self-Report Opens: Oct. 1 Scholarship Deadline: Dec. 15 General Programs Deadline: March 1

Rolling admission; self-Report for conditional acceptance; mail transcripts to UNBC, as required

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UVic Self-Report Opens: Feb. 15 Self-Report Closes: March 31

Report Term 2 only after you have received a letter from admission. (You can only self-report once)

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VIU Most programs: March 31 B.Sc. in Nursing: Jan 31

Provide electronic transcript at the time of application or as requested by specific departments.

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Waterloo Submit transcript of completed and current grades with application. Submit another transcript of Term 2 grades no later than April 3. Accounting and Financial Management, Math, Engineering and Architecture due January 31

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Western Self-Reported Grade Form should be submitted as soon as you receive mid-year (e.g. Term 2) grades. Select Interim & Final