News/Alumni Stories Archives

2024

October

From Perioperative Nurse to comedian to entrepreneur: the multifaceted endeavours of Shawn Bourassa

Good will harvesting

Q and A with Charlotte Elwert: a life-long donor and retired Sask Polytech employee

From small-town beginnings to global recognition

From behind a desk to the front of the classroom

September

Cenovus Energy gifts $2.5M toward Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon Campus

Ground breaks in Saskatoon for Saskatchewan Polytechnic's new campus in Saskatoon

Faculty recognixed for excellence in applied research and innovation

Sask Polytech Business alum transforms student leadership into a thriving career path

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Alumn's journey of leadership and community impact

June

Honorary degree recipients earn their distinction at Saskatchewan Polytechnic convocations

Salvation in giving back for a 60’s scoop survivor

Honouring the Memory of an Alum and Sask Polytech Instructor

Saskatchewan Polytechnic celebrates convocation of 228 internationally educated Filipino nurses

May

Saskatchewan Polytechnic receives $7.5 million gift from Leslie & Irene Dubé

The Skyline’s the limit for this Saskatchewan Polytechnic alum

Saskatchewan Polytechnic adds 72 new seats to Continuing Care Assistant program

Saskatchewan Polytechnic hosted its annual THINK conference: The Future of Work, Technology and Learning 2024

April

Saskatchewan Polytechnic receives $25 million gift from Joseph A. Remai

Sask Polytech alum breathes new life into community market garden

From marketing to GIS: Sask Polytech alumnus maps out an unconventional career path

For when the unexpected happens

March

Nutrien gifts $15M toward new Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Saskatoon campus

Sask Polytech alumnus looks through the lens of success

Sask Polytech alum makes workplace safety a top priority

Strength in numbers

February

Sask Polytech alum restores Sharp-Tailed Grouse habitat

From Sask Polytech business alum to dean

Turning the page

Sask Polytech achieves prestigious Certificate of Recognition for skilled trades programs

Sask Polytech and Mother Labs collaborate to enhance plant screening in cannabis industry

January

Sask Polytech receives substantial $100K contribution for student bursaries from Mining Industry Human Resource Council

Saskatchewan Polytechnic BioScience Technology alum is making a splash in the cider industry in the province

University of Regina and Saskatchewan Polytechnic sign Early Childhood Education transfer credit agreement

Prairie Clean Energy and Sask Polytech launch prairie biomass initiatives

 

2023

December

IMII Funding New Virtual Mine Lab with Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Sask Polytech Alumnus Scores Job with Edmonton Oilers

Season of Sharing

Sask Polytech Alum Receives SATCC Wendy Davis Memorial Scholarship

November

Give Where Your Heart Lives!

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Continues Commitment to Indigenous Student Empowerment with New Strategy

Sask Polytech's Mental Health and Addictions Counselling Program Paves the Way for Graduates to Make a Difference

Recognizing Outstanding Commitment

October

Province Funding New Saskatchewan Polytechnic Campus in Saskatoon

Advocate for Indigenous Student Success Donates $25K to the Indigenous Outdoor Learning Centre at the Hannin Creek Education and Applied Research Center

From Farming to Nuclear Energy and Everything in Between

A Boost for Energy Sector Training and Research

September

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Receives $210,000 from GreenShield for New Dental Therapy Equipment

Dynamo, Altelec and GE Grid Solutions Build Custom, State-of-the-Art Substation Protection and Control Panel for Sask Polytech Students

Paying it Forward: Nicholas Kashuba Memorial Award Continues Legacy of Giving

From Scissors to School Work: One Single Mother's Journey on a New Career Path

June

SUMA Invests $250,000 into Saskatchewan Polytechnic Municipal Administration Program

Honorary Degree Recipients Inspire Graduates

Sask Polytech Alumnus Hitting it out of the Park with the Toronto Blue Jays™

Sask Polytech Culinary Arts Program Shines at Canadian Youth Competition

Sask Polytech Students Provide Interprofessional Care in Kenya

May

Leading the Charge

Ready at a Moment's Notice

Celebrating our Nursing Alum

Improving Competitiveness of Canadian Graduates on the World Stage

Acceptance and Belonging Found at Sask Polytech

April

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Finishes in Top Spots at Shell Eco-marathon Americas 2023

Team Power Solutions has Saskatchewan Polytechnic in its DNA

THINKing About the Future

Sask Polytech Indigenous Alumni Encourages Youth to Dream Big

Seeding the Future

Return to Polar Bear Country

March

Margaret and James Scott Leave Behind a Lasting Legacy

Carpentry Alumnus Finds New Passion After Suffering a Workplace Accident

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Celebrates a Decade of Indigenous Role Models

Business Alum Connects with Sask Polytech Alma Mater

February

Orano Canada Invests $1M to Increase Enrolment and Supports for Women in Technical Trades at Sask Polytech

Giving Back From Day One

Hairstyling Graduate Embraces Connecting with Clients and Community

Architectural Technologies Graduate Builds Dream Home

Growing Field of Early Childhood Education Provides Diverse and Exciting Opportunities for Alumni

January

Jamie Hilts: A Man of Passion and Vision

Innovation for Long-term Success

Future of International Student Expands at Sask Polytech

Training Space Modernized for Dental Students

2022

November

Sask Polytech ITS Leader Recently Named Brigadier-General with Canadian Armed Forces

Biggar Couple Make Big Impact with Bursary

Health Information Management Alumna Blazes New Trail

Education Changed Life for a Young Mother and Her Family

October

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Alumni Give for Specialized Auto Body Training Equipment

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Alumni Aims for Gold at WorldSkills

Chemistry Lab Technologist Alumnus Comes Home to Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Culinary Arts Student Places First in National Culinary Challenge

June

Creating Community Support Through Understanding

Learning Took Flight at Sask Polytech for STARS Crew

Award Winning Psychiatric Nursing Applied Research Project Provides Perspective in Crisis Intervention

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Celebrated Students at Applied Research Showcase

Sask Polytech Grad Turns Dream of Life in Canada into Reality

May

On Track for Success

Eco Car Earns Nod

Learning to Live With Passion

Growing Green

April

The Future of Work, Technology and Learning

Dental Connections

Reaching the Pinnacles

Artificial Intelligence in Mining

February

A New Chapter

Virtual Reality Wellness Project for La Loche Youth Co-partnered with Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Receives Top Ranking Among Canada's Top 50 Research Colleges

Farmer and Rancher Mental Health (FARMh) Initiative Reaches Milestone

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Becomes Higher Education Microsoft Global Training Partner in Canada

January

A Love of Good Food

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Purchases New Flight Simulator

He Shoots, He Scores!

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and YQR Distillery Explore Learning Opportunities for School of Hospitality and Tourism Students

Step into the New Year

Sask Polytech 2021: Year in Photos

2021

November

Sask Polytech Launches Surge Micro-credentials

A Lifetime of Giving Back

Collaboration Meets Need in Ag Sector

Fulfilling Her Purpose

DICE Maps out Data for Restorative Action Program

Give Where Your Heart Lives

October

Entrepreneurialism in His DNA

Cooking Up Memorable Experiences

Remote Aircraft System Upgrade

From the Heart

Treaty 4 Artist Adding to Indigenous Visual Identity at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

June

An Unexpected Career

Saying Yes to Opportunity

In the KNOW

New Indigenous Leadership Skills Applied Certificate

May

Empowering Student Success

Alumnus Lifelong Career in Municipal Services Brings Him Full Circle

Critical Research and Development Set to Enhance Mine Safety and Productivity

Patient Transfer Lifts in SIM Centres Provides Critical Safety Training

Future Skills Centre Invests in Sask Polytech's Two-year Applied Learning Digital Transformation Project

Virtual Showcase Celebrates Student Applied Learning Research Projects

April

Insights on Skills for the Future

Ag Machinery Tech Apprentices Mark Successful First Year in New Business;

Students Create 2D Video Game About Ocean Pollution

Applied Research Project Benefits Agriculture Equipment Technician Program

March

Every Career is a Journey

Focus on Skill Development

Simulation Centres Provide Expanded Learning Opportunity

Students Help Develop Interactive Map for “Little Red”

February

Hannin Creek Earns International Acclaim

Engineering Technology Programs Receive International Recognition

Alumna Attributes her Success to Skills Learned at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Legacy Makers Hope to Inspire Future Chefs

Student Award Acknowledges Leadership and Perseverance

January

Inspiring Success 2021

Dental Clinic Adjusts to New Protocols

A Year of New Experiences

Team Effort Enhances Student Experience

2020

October

Cooking as Social Justice

Continuing the Transition

Cribbage Project for the Visually Impaired Receives Top Award

Helping Students Realize Their Dreams

September

Leading the Change

Grainger Canada Donation Supports Student Safety

Sask Polytech Alum Named Paramedic of the Year

Engineering Technology Students Benefit From Curriculum Updates and Program Name Change

June

Providing Support When Needed Most

Sask Polytech Eco-Car Receives Global Recognition

Mapping First Nations for Faster Emergency Services

Did You Know?

Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis.