Travel to Prince George.

Launched in 1990, the Adventure in Forestry & Environment program annually introduces 20 to 30 high school students to the wide variety of careers that, the forest and environmental industries have to offer. From seed to sawdust, the Adventure in Forestry and Environmental Studies program is a unique, fun packed and fast paced way to learn about these industries. Not only are participants able to work side by side with and ask questions of industry professionals, students participate in a variety of tours and learn about related programs the University of Northern British Columbia and the College of New Caledonia offer. This program incorporates the latest technology providing new and innovative techniques with first hand, on site experiences. Program participant’s are eligible to compete for a Bursary offered by the Prince George Rotary Club

Dates: May 23 – 27, 2018 | Travel Dates: May 23 & 27 | Location: Prince George, BC

For more information about Rotary and the Adventure program visit http://www.RotaryBurnaby.org under Youth Services.

Applicants must:

1. Be a Grade 11 or 12 student between 15-18 years of age on January 1
2. Provide a max. 1 page double spaced typed Statement of Interest as to why you wish to attend
3. Provide a character reference from one of your teachers
4. Submit the following application form, along with the Statement of Interest and Character Reference by January 19, 2018

The application form is HERE.

Interview Process:

1. Each High School will select one candidate to be interviewed by the Rotary Club of Burnaby
2. Date of Interview: January 30, 2018 between 12:30pm and 3:30pm (details to follow)
3. Candidates from each high school will be interviewed by representatives of the Rotary Club of Burnaby
4. Interviews should last approximately 15 to 20 minutes
5. Candidates should have an understanding of Rotary and its priorities

Please see Ms. Falsetto with any questions.

Best,

LF

The Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of BC (SPEATBC) will be awarding FIVE SCHOLARSHIPS of $1000 each this year in the following categories:

1) ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP

2) POST SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIP

3) WOMAN IN ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP

4) NEW IMMIGRANT SCHOLARSHIP

Apply for the “Adventures in Health Care: program!

This experience exposes students over a four day period to different areas of the health care field. Comprehensive, hands on activities will engage the students giving them insights into a wide variety of health care fields of study and job opportunities.

Deadline to apply is Thursday, November 30th.

Dates: May 7-10, 2018 | Travel Dates: May 6 & 11 | Location: Prince George, BC

For more information about Rotary and the Adventure program visit http://www.RotaryBurnaby.org under Youth Services.

Applicants must:

1. MUST Be a Grade 11 student between 15 -18 years of age on January 1
2. Provide a max. 1 page double spaced typed Statement of Interest as to why you wish to attend
3. Provide a character reference from one of your teachers
4. Submit the following application form HERE, along with the Statement of Interest and Character Reference by November 30, 2017.

Interview Process:

1. Each High School will select one candidate to be interviewed by the Rotary Club of Burnaby
2. Date of Interview: December 6, 2017 between 12:30pm and 3:30pm (details to follow)
3. Candidates from each high school will be interviewed by representatives of the Rotary Club of Burnaby
4. Interviews should last approximately 15 to 20 minutes
5. Candidates should have an understanding of Rotary and its priorities

Please see Ms. Falsetto with any questions.

Best,

LF

Apply for “The Adventures in Film Camp”!  

This experience is part of the Powell River Film Festival specifically designed for young filmmakers. During the day, participants learn from pro media artists, attend interesting seminars by established directors, filmmakers and media experts, gain hands-on, practical experience making videos or animation, and have the opportunity to collaborate with and be inspired by other young filmmakers.

In the evenings, participants have the opportunity to enjoy and analyze the Festival films, and socialize with media-savvy Festival attendees and industry people at the receptions. Participants leave the camp with the full experience of video production, including teamwork and troubleshooting, have a short film for their demo reel, and friendships that may well develop into further film making collaborations. The camp is fast-paced and fun, and our past participants have been thrilled with the outcome!

Deadline to apply is Thursday, November 30th.

Dates of the experience: February 16 – 18, 2017 | Travel Dates: February 15 & 18 | Location: Powell River, BC

For more information about Rotary and the Adventure program visit http://www.RotaryBurnaby.org under Youth Services.

Applicants must:

1. Be a Grade 11 or 12 student between 15-18 years of age on January 1
2. Provide a max. 1 page double spaced typed Statement of Interest as to why you wish to attend
3. Provide a character reference from one of your teachers
4. Submit the following application form HERE, along with the Statement of Interest and Character Reference by November 30, 2017.

Interview Process:

1. Each High School will select one candidate to be interviewed by the Rotary Club of Burnaby
2. Date of Interview: December 6, 2017 between 9am and 12 noon (details to follow)
3. Candidates from each high school will be interviewed by representatives of the Rotary Club of Burnaby
4. Interviews should last approximately 15 to 20 minutes
5. Candidates should have an understanding of Rotary and its priorities

Please see Ms. Falsetto with questions.

Best,

LF