Jobs

In this section you will find a selection of featured occupations and jobs. Some are new and some have been around for a while but you may not have thought about them as career opportunities. Check them out.

Websites

The Learning Edge
This is a fun web site that is made up of animated clips which discuss different career and employment topics. Once you've covered all the topics in this issue click on the "Other Issues" link in the bottom right hand corner to view other Issues of this resource.

Skills Canada-Saskatchewan promotes skilled trades and technologies as a 1st choice career option for Saskatchewan youth.

Transpocity
This website, designed for Canadian youth, highlights the variety of high paying and in-demand careers available in today's transportation industry. The site is fun, interactive, educational and makes information on transportation careers accessible with one click.

Ready for the Real World?
Listen to Rex Murphy and his guests on Cross Country Check Up as they discuss the question: "Are Young People Being Prepared for Life in the Real World?"

• Listen to the program in Real Audio
• Listen in to the program in MP3 format

Skilled Trades, A Career You Can Build On Parents, Youth, Teachers and Employers will find information about careers in skilled trades and why choosing a career in the trades make so much sense.

CBC News Online Article on Student Debt by Tom McFeat
This series on credit and debt looks at how to manage one's debts, how to check your credit rating, what to do when debt trouble looms, and how students are coping with crushing debt burdens that can take 10 years to conquer.

U2U is University credit courses offered by the University of Saskatchewan to academically gifted high school students. U2U provides Saskatchewan students the opportunity to experience a University course, gain familiarity with the post-secondary academic process, and acquire university credit while still in high school. Courses are delivered using one, or a combination, of the following modes: on-line, videotaped/CD lectures, computer conferencing sessions, text/course material assignments.

My Future is Here!
This website was launched in September 2003 and offers financial opportunities to kick start your career. Whether it's start up capital for a business venture or bursary support for your education you will find many Saskatchewan Businesses and Organizations willing and ready to help you get started right here in Saskatchewan.

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Career Currents
Your source for daily career information

Career Pro News
A quick daily read for career professionals.
It's also perfect for individual career planners, people in career transition and anyone who wants to stay informed

Saskatchewan Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards and Loans
This is Saskatchewan Learning's database of Scholarships and Bursarys available for entry level Saskatchewan Students.

SaskJob Futures
Explore occupations and jobs from a Saskatchewan perspective. You will find job descriptions, information on salary and job prospects right here in Saskatchewan.