SYA Industry Scholarship - Employers
The SYA Industry Scholarship program was initiated by the SATCC and the Saskatchewan Construction Association (SCA) in 2009 to create a positive impact on youth as they complete high school and make career decisions. Since then, many other sponsors have come on board.
As of July 2020, 59 sponsors have invested almost $750,000 in the fund. The Government of Saskatchewan has also invested through the Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunities Scholarship, bringing total contributions to nearly $1.28 million.
The SYA Industry Scholarships reward those who have demonstrated a high level of commitment and achievement in the Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) program. The scholarships are also an investment in the future of Saskatchewan youth and the skilled trades workforce, with benefits to sponsors.
SYA Industry Scholarship Benefits to Sponsors:
- It is an opportunity for the sponsor to recruit outstanding apprentices.
- The sponsor is supporting youth in the community.
The SATCC will issue the sponsor a receipt for tax purposes. - Every attempt will be made to match the named scholarship to an individual interested in entering the trade or sector of the sponsor’s choice.
- The named scholarship will be profiled and awarded at a graduation ceremony or similar event. Schools are encouraged to offer the sponsor the opportunity to present the scholarship.
- The sponsor will be promoting skilled trades as first choice careers to Saskatchewan youth, guidance counsellors and administrators
As of July 2020, more than 300 schools and more than 4,000 students are registered in the SYA program. Participation continues to grow. Student enrollment in 2019-20 increased by 26 per cent over 2018-19.
For over two years, Sam has been meeting with high school students and teachers to talk about career opportunities in the skilled trades. In her role as an SYA Program Consultant, Sam loves that no two weeks are ever the same, and that it's NEVER boring!
Glynn has been an SYA Program Consultant for almost two years. He loves helping students discover what they're passionate about. His advice for students who are unsure of their career choices: "Don’t get stuck on 'what job do you want?' Start with 'what do you love to do?' and keep in mind that it's okay to change."
saskatchewan youth apprenticeship (sya)
The Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) program gives high school students the opportunity to learn more about skilled trades career pathways and gain a head start on their skilled trades career, should they register as an apprentice after graduation.
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