Dan Richert
Geographic Information Science – Certificate
Mapping Opioid Addiction and Opioid-Related Deaths in Saskatchewan

Using models from the United States, Dan created a spatial analysis based on relevant data regarding opioid addiction and opioid-related deaths in Saskatchewan. His analysis shows information that can help to better communicate the problems surrounding the opioid crisis in our province. View Dan's video.

Breana Muller
Medical Laboratory Technology – Diploma
PCR use for Blood Culture Samples to Promote Antimicrobial Stewardship

It is estimated that by the year 2050, 10 million people will die every year from antibiotic-resistant infections. Broad spectrum antibiotics are given to the patient while they are waiting on the identification of the specific pathogen causing the infection. Breana identified that if the pathogen can be identified earlier using a PCR Diagnostic Panel the  health care system could decrease the use of broad spectrum antimicrobrials. View Breana's video.

Hariharan Rajendra
Business – Diploma
Addressing Moral Distress on the Frontlines: The Ethical Challenges Police Officers are Experiencing due to COVID-19

This study provides strategies and resources aimed to enhance and maintain the mental health and wellness of police officers during COVID-19. Hariharan worked with the Moose Jaw Police Service to collect information for this study. The project provides information for law enforcement on ethical challenges experienced by police officers during the pandemic. View Hariharan's video.

Jonah Sutter
Geographic Information Science – Certificate
Using GIS to Help Reduce Response Times to Rural Emergencies

For this project Jonah applied spatial analysis to the local fire and rescue services of Springside, Saskatchewan. His analysis shows changes that could be made to improve how jurisdictions are drawn and displays the power GIS gives rural and urban planners. View Jonah's video.

Scott Lee
Civil Engineering Technologies – Diploma
Exterior Slab Mix Design with Slag Replacement Comparison

Concrete is the most used man-made substance in the world. Scott’s project looked at ways to make concrete more sustainable and economical. This project found that by using 30 percent slag replacement, a by-product of steel manufacturing, builders could accumulate 13 points towards a LEED certification and save money on cement costs. View Scott's video.

Tory Frankl and Lauren Lukan
Integrated Resource Management – Diploma
Growing Black Spruce Seeds (Picea mariana) in Three Biochar Inoculations

Tory and Lauren compared black spruce seedling growth in biochar/sand mixtures inoculated with compost-derived worm castings, manure, forest soils, peat and non-inoculated controls. Black spruce grown in manure-inoculated biochar displayed significant growth advantages over other soil amendments. These results are likely to contribute to the future success of oil sands reclamation on disturbed forested sites. View Tory and Lauren's video.

Industry choice ($500)

Kelsey Knipple
Psychiatric Nursing
Policing Mental Health: A Psychiatric Nursing Perspective in Crisis Intervention

Kelsey identified that there are growing concerns about police responding to mental health calls in the community. She acknowledges that the Saskatchewan Health Authority is collaborating with law enforcement to provide assistance with mental health crisis calls. Kelsey identified some areas of improvement after surveying some officers from Regina Police Services including more funding for mental health units, more specialized mental health workers to assist during calls and more training on identifying common mental health disorders. View Kelsey's video.