October 2023
Healthcare
UPCOMING EVENTS
HEALTHLINK
Join us for our full-day HEALTHLINK event, exploring the increasingly varied careers in the healthcare sector through hands-on activities and short presentations. All students will attend a discussion with a panel of physicians, sharing their educational journey and answering student questions, Interact with healthcare professionals from various pathways, and choose one breakout session to attend.
Deadline to apply: October 4, 2023
AGE RANGE
Grade 10-12
Date & Time
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Mount Royal Collegiate
Event info & additional Resources
Gairdner Presentation @ VIDO
Join us for our half-day Gairdner Foundation Career Exploration event where students will hear from the 2021 Canada Gairdner Wightman Award Recipient, Dr. Elizabeth Eisenhauer, and participate in hands-on experiments with scientists in the VIDO labs.
We will livestream the presentation on Tuesday, October 24, from 10:00 – 10:45 AM.
Deadline to apply: October 17, 2023
AGE RANGE
Grade 10-12
Date & Time
Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: VIDO (U of S Campus)
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SPOTLIGHT ON NURSING PANEL
Join us for our Spotlight on Careers evening event, where high school students and their parents/guardians will explore care opportunities in nursing.
The panel features various nursing professionals sharing their career journeys and post-secondary representatives from Saskatchewan Polytechnic, The University of Regina, and the University of Saskatchewan.
Deadline to apply: October 13, 2023
AGE RANGE
Grade 10-12
Date & Time
Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: Marion Graham Collegiate
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SPOTLIGHT ON THERAPIES PANEL
Join us for our Spotlight on Careers evening event, where high school students and their parents/guardians will explore care opportunities in occupational and physical therapies.
The panel features professionals sharing their career journeys and post-secondary representatives from the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
Deadline to apply: October 20, 2023
AGE RANGE
Grade 10-12
Date & Time
Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: Marion Graham Collegiate
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SPOTLIGHT ON DENTISTRY
Join us for our half-day event to learn about various careers in dentistry through hands-on activities and short presentations at the College of Dentistry on the U of S Campus.
Sorry, this event has been cancelled this year.
AGE RANGE
Grade 10-12
Date & Time
Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: College of Dentistry, U of S Campus
Event info & additional Resources
Spotlight on healthcare video series
Spotlight On Vaccine & Disease Research
Hear from professionals in vaccine & disease research at VIDO sharing their career journeys.
Featuring:
- Dr. Darryl Falzarano (Research Scientist)
- Dr. Trina Racine (Director of Vaccine Development)
- Akarin Asavajaru (Research Technician)
Spotlight On Dentistry
Hear from professionals in the Health Care Sector sharing their career journeys.
Featuring:
- Dr. Divya Balakrishnan – Doctor of Medicine (Dentist)
- Madison Malowany – Dental Assitant
- Dr. Perry Kurz – Orthodontist
- Debbie Funk – Orthodontic Assitant
Spotlight On Mental Health &Wellness 2022
Hear from professionals at Summit Sports and Health about careers as they discuss their career journeys in the Wellness sector.
Featuring:
- Chiropractor
- Medical Acupuncturist
- Psychologist
- Attainment Specialist
- Registered Dietician
Spotlight On Mental Health &Wellness 2021
Hear from local professionals as they discuss their career journeys in the Mental Health & Wellness sector.
Featuring:
- Physio Therapist
- Chiropractor
- Massage Therapist
Post-Secondary Series
Each segment focuses on a post-secondary program and gives you information on the school, student life, and post-graduation job prospects.
DENTAL ASSISTING CERTIFICATE
DENTAL HYGIENE ADVANCED DIPLOMA
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE IN DENTISTRY
DENTAL ASSISTING CERTIFICATE
SASKATCHEWAN POLYTECHNIC
PSYCHIATRIC NURSING PROGRAM
SASKATCHEWAN POLYTECHNIC
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
PAST EVENT RECORDINGS
HealthLink Physician's Panel (2022)
Hear from the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine and Physicians working in Healthcare sharing their career journey.
Featuring:
- Andre Letendre – First Nations & Metis Health, SHA
- Sherrill Bueckert – Admissions Advisor, University of Saskatchewan
- Dr. Matthew Bradshaw – Pediatrician, Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital
- Dr. Joel Scott – Resident, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
- Zoher Rafid-Hamed – Student, U of S College of Medicine
Gairdner Presentation 2022
Here from the 2020 Canada Gairdner International Award Recipient, Dr. Roel Nusse, on The Research into the Links Between Embryogenesis and Cancer; How Cells Influence Each Other.
Dr. Nusse is the Professor & Chair, Department of Developmental Biology, Stanford University, School of Medicine
Spotlight On Wellness Careers (2022)
Hear from representatives and current students from the University of Saskatchewan College of Kinesiology and Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Therapeutic Recreation Program, sharing their post-secondary experiences.
Featuring:
- Joel Lanovaz, University of Saskatchewan College of Kinesiology
- Keeran Wagner, University of Saskatchewan College of Kinesiology
- Nic Hallgrimson, University of Saskatchewan College of Kinesiology
- Leah Halyk, University of Saskatchewan College of Kinesiology
- Anne Robins, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Recreation Therapy Program
- Sydney Weeks, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Recreation Therapy Program
- Donilee Doidge, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Recreation Therapy Program
Spotlight on Nursing (2021)
Hear from the admissions advisors from the University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Practical Nursing, and the University of Regina SCBScN.
Spotlight on Medical Diagnostics (2021)
Hear from the admissions advisor from Saskatchewan Polytechnic Medical Diagnostics Programs, the Saskatchewan Health Authority regarding job prospects, and industry professionals sharing their career journeys.
Physician’s Career Panel (2021)
Hear from representatives from the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine, medical students, and industry professionals sharing their education and career journeys.
Featuring:
- Sherrill Bueckert – Admissions Advisor, University of Saskatchewan
- Dr. Natalie Garrett – Child Psychiatrist
- Dr. David Campbell – Anesthesiologist
- Dr. Melissa Mirosh – OBGYN
- Dr. Nicole Labine – Second Year Surgery Resident
- Shayan Shirazi – Second Year Medical Student
Occupational & Physical Therapy Career Pathways Panel (2021)
Hear from representatives from the Saskatchewan Health Authority, industry professionals, and current students sharing their education and career journeys.
Featuring:
- Thomas Skulski, SHA
- Joann Nilson, Physical Therapist
- Anissa Van Dusen, Physical Therapist
- Lara Oberg, Occupational Therapist
- Nicole Loucks, Physical Therapist
- Danielle Drury, Physical Therapy Student
Nursing Careers Panel (2021)
Hear from college representatives and industry professionals sharing their education and career journeys.
Featuring:
- Lauren Garner – Saskatchewan Health Authority
- Trudy Unger – University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing
- Sheena Kabatoff – Saskatchewan Polytechnic (SCBScN Program)
- Lorna King – Registered Nurse (R.N.)
- Payton Humphries – Third Year Nursing Student
- Leah Boscher – Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Taylor Cave – Second Year Practical Nursing Student
- Lindy Ooms – NICU Registered Nurse (R.N.)
Spotlight on Mental Health & Addictions
Hear from the Saskatchewan Health Authority about careers in Mental Health and Addictions.
Participants also learn strategies to promote positive mental health for teens.
Gairdner Presentation (2021)
Hear from the 2021 Canada Gairdner Wrightman Award recipient, Dr. Elizabeth Eisenhauer, as she shares her career journey in cancer research.
Gairdner Presentation (2020)
Hear from Dr. Janet Rossant, a world-renowned expert in developmental biology and the President & Scientific Director of the Gairdner Foundation
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Additional Resources
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Post-Secondary Programs
Usask College of Nursing – Interested in taking your Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing? Find out what it’s all about. Our BSN program is offered in Regina, Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Yorkton, La Ronge and Ile-a-la-Crosse, Saskatchewan. Students graduate from this program with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and are eligible to write the national registration exam.
Usask College of Nursing Simulation Lab – Want to see where you would learn hands-on practices in the College of Nursing Program?
SaskPolytechnic School of Nursing – Saskatchewan Polytechnic educated nurses are known for their high standards of practice, ethical behaviour, acceptance of diversity and skilful compassion. Through a variety of programs, the School of Nursing prepares you for a gratifying career as a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, registered psychiatric nurse, licensed practical nurse, diabetes educator and more.
SaskPolytechnic Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing Degree Program – Find out how you can play a greater role in advancing the health and well-being of people and communities. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Bachelor of Psychiatric degree completion program provides you with a strong foundation to grow your career in leadership, management, and education.
SaskPolytechnic Critical Care Nursing Advanced Certificate – Are you an RN wishing to expand your current skill set and knowledge base? Do you thrive in a high intensity environment? Are you interested in delivering holistic, evidence-based patient care? If so, a career in critical care nursing might be the path for you.
Why study Medicine at USask? – From Indigenous health to one-on-one relationships with faculty and mentors, our medical students talk about the advantages of studying medicine at the University of Saskatchewan.
Unique Minds at USask College of Medicine – Our medical students talk about how their diverse backgrounds make up the fabric of our student community.
When and Why did you decide to become a Doctor? – Everyone has their reasons for the career path they choose. Our medical students talk about why they want to become physicians.
SaskPolytechnic Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program – The Pharmacy Technician program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic will prepare you for a career in various pharmacy settings including retail pharmacies, hospitals and long-term care facilities. Hands-on learning and two month-long work experiences help make sure you are ready to succeed right from day one.
SaskPolytechnic Continuing Care Assistant Certificate Program – If you enjoy caring for others and have a desire to improve their quality of life, the Continuing Care Assistant program at Sask Polytech might be just what you’re looking for. As a continuing care assistant, you’ll work directly with clients in long-term care, home care, assisted living, some areas in acute care, and even special needs classrooms. You’ll help them with mobility, personal care, assisting them to eat their meals, and medication monitoring. It’s a face-to-face, people-focused job.
Industry Interviews
Curious about a certain career? Hear from industry professionals in their chosen field.
Cardio Technology as a career – What is a Cardiology Technologist? What do they do? What post-secondary training does it require?
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