They come from Regina, Saskatoon, Canora and Yorkton, they are our students and they are our future. Any measures we can take to support them on their journeys to contributing adults are a benefit to the province as a whole so good on the provincial government for helping to boost opportunities.
Trades are big business in Saskatchewan as the province grows and it's certain we will need qualified individuals far into the future to fill these roles so it's on that note the provincial government announced 101 high school graduates have received a $1,000 Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) Industry Scholarship at their recent graduation ceremonies.
"This is one more incentive for talented students to enter into a career in the skilled trades," Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission Board Chair Garry Kot comments. "It is not only a financial incentive, but also recognition of their accomplishments to date. Industry and the Government of Saskatchewan are very focused on acknowledging our future labour force."
The scholarships were initiated in 2009-10 by industry partners and the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC). To date, 42 industry partners, including business owners, labour organizations, and two provincial government agencies, have contributed $1,092,000 to the scholarship fund.
"The scholarship recipients represent one of the most important resources that will grow Saskatchewan in future years," Economy Minister and Minister responsible for the SATCC Bill Boyd adds. "We are proud of their achievements and look forward to their accomplishments in years to come."
For info. on the SYA program visit www.saskapprenticeship.ca.
As another graduation year comes to a close we can move forward knowing at least a small step has been taken to encourage our youth to help grow the province and truly make it the best place to live, work and learn.
