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UBC Engineering Upcoming Events
Volunteer Opportunity – Pearl Mandarin
Pearl Mandarin is a newly established Mandarin School in Vancouver that provides a play-based and academic Mandarin program to our young learners.
We are looking for student volunteers to assist with some of our classes on Saturday mornings (9:00 – 12:00 p.m.) at Hillcrest Community Centre starting in January 2016.
We are looking for volunteers who are fluent in Mandarin and English who are interested in a career in teaching. Volunteer positions may become paid positions in the future.
For more information about our classes, please visit www.pearlmandarin.com. Interested volunteers may emailinfo@pearlmandarin.com (please include resume).
Career Day – Dreams to Reality
Hello, Britannia Community Centre and The Girls’ Club at Girls Action Foundation are pleased to invite you to participate in the 7th edition of its Career Day: Dreams to Reality.
This event will be held Saturday November 26, 2016 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm at Britannia Secondary School (room 111).
This event will give girls (age 12-18) an opportunity to explore different career paths by connecting with female mentors from different fields. The goal of this event is to inform girls about the different career choices that are available to them.
If you know any girls who might be interested in participating in this event please share this information with them and email their registration forms. Registration deadline is Nov 22, 2016
Vancouver Children’s Festival Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunity – looking for a future career in Business, Tourism, Early Childhood Education, Event Management the Vancouver Children’s Festival is looking for you.
Canadian Armed Forces Information Session – Updated
The Canadian Armed Forces will be conducting an information session highlighting the opportunity for university-level subsidized education leading to a bachelor’s degree and a commission as an Officer in the Canadian Armed Forces. All interested students and their families are invited to this presentation which will include information about the program, testimonials from Officer Cadets who are currently in the program, and information on the application process. The presentation will take place in Ottawa, however, it will also be streamed live on Periscope ( www.periscope.tv/CanadianForces ) and Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/events/145650819233337/ ). The English presentation will take place on Saturday, October 29th at 1000 AM Pacific Standard Time. The French presentation will follow on the same day at 1200 PM Pacific Standard Time.
OCTOBER 29, 2016 10:00 AM
McGill Public Information Session – Vancouver
McGill is coming to Vancouver on Saturday November 26.
Students are asked to register for this event.
Date:
Saturday, November 26, 2016
Time:
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
York House School
4176 Alexandra St.
Vancouver, BC V6J 2V6
*(Enter school through main doors on Alexandra)
Event Description:
Interested in studying at McGill University?
Please join us for an information session to see why McGill is ranked among the world’s finest for international diversity, research, and academics.
Find out more about the undergraduate admission process, academic programs, and student life in Montreal.
This information session is for students (and their families) wishing to enter an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in September 2017 or later.
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Art Institute Open House
Art Institute – Vancouver is having an open house
This is more than a school.
It’s an inspiring community of like-minded people, all striving to bring out the best in themselves, and in each other. If you’re ready to make creativity your way of life, we can help you prepare. Come find out how by attending Open House.
What you’ll learn
A creative education is a unique challenge, and our Open House will give you an idea of what it’s really like.
You’ll have a chance to:
- See our school up close, including the tools and technologies our students use every day
- Learn more about the programs you’re interested in
- Find out what it’s like to be a student here
- Connect with other creative people
- Learn about your financial aid and payment options*
- Get answers to your questions
- Apply for admission
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Check-in is at 9:30am followed by a presentation at 10:00am.
The Art Institute of Vancouver
2665 Renfrew Street
Vancouver, BC V5M 0A7
Kwantlan Polytech Webinar – 5 Keys to a Successful KPU application
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Applying to a university can be daunting task, but don’t worry – we’re here to help! On Tuesday, November 1 at 7:00pm, attend “5 Keys to a Successful KPU Application” and get tips on how to make your application smooth and successful. This live, interactive webinar will provide specific guidance on:
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French for the Future – Le Français pour l’avenir
French for the Future – Le Français pour l’avenir
NEW THIS YEAR!
The National Essay Contest is open to all legal residents of Canada who at the time of entry are enrolled in a Canadian high school in Grade 10, 11 or 12 (Secondary IV or Secondary V in the province of Quebec).
To participate, you must submit an essay on the following theme :
Write a 750-word letter, in French, addressed to your future self that you will read in 10 years. Your letter must contain the words: “passion,” “rêve(s),” “bilingue,” “français,” “se dépasser,” “accomplir” et “futur”.
COLLÈGE BOREAL
We are pleased to announce that Collège Boréal is joining the National Essay Contest as French for the Future’s first collegiate partner. Collège Boréal is a Francophone College of Applied Arts and Technology serving Northern and Central Southwestern Ontario. The institution is offering scholarships valid for any one of its locations that provides post-secondary education (Sudbury, Timmins, Hearst, Nipissing, Kapuskasing, Temiskaming, Toronto, Hamilton, Welland and Windsor). New exciting opportunities for our participants!
CELEBRITY JUDGE – COLONEL CHRIS HADFIELD
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’s a true honour for us to have Colonel Chris Hadfield as this year’s National Essay Contest celebrity judge. “Speaking French was a key part of the success in my career as an officer/pilot in the Royal Canadian Air Force and as an astronaut with the Canadian Space Agency” says Colonel Chris Hadfield. “I think speaking both languages is important as a Canadian, both for mutual understanding as well as communication”. His pathway towards bilingualism and incredible career make him a model for every Canadian youth.