Upcoming Events
Saddle Lake Employment & Training - Food Safe Course
Saddle Lake Employment & Training
Food Safe Course
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Wednesday May 13, 2026
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Multipurpose Room
Lunch is Provided
*LIMITED SPACES
MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS TO RECEIVE CERTIFICATION
Call Public Health to Register - (780) 726-3930
Saddle Lake Employment & Training - Food Safe Course
Saddle Lake Employment & Training
Food Safe Course
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Wednesday May 13, 2026
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Multipurpose Room
Lunch is Provided
*LIMITED SPACES
MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS TO RECEIVE CERTIFICATION
Call Public Health to Register - (780) 726-3930
MacEwan University Application Fee Waiver DEADLINE
MacEwan University Application Fee Waiver DEADLINE
Indigenous students applying to MacEwan University for the Fall 2026 term between February 13 and May 15 2026 will not be required to pay application fees.
Use code TAWAW26 to apply.
Verification of Indigenous ancestry required at the time of application.
Contact kw@MacEwan.ca for more information
Saddle Lake Community Market
Saddle Lake Community Market
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Saddle Lake Arena
60 plus vendors
Baked Goods │ Snacks │ Clothing │ Artisans │ Popcorn │ Lunch │ Jams │ Pickles │ Bread │ Tupperware │ Jewelry │ Pokémon │ Cards │ Freeze Dries Snacks │ 3D Printing │ Fabrics
For more information:
please text Wade - 587-201-2021
Mentorship Program Application DEADLINE
Saddle Lake Employment and Training Centre
Mentorship Program
Application DEADLINE
Purpose - Balance - Experience
APPLICATION DEADLINE - MAY 22, 2026
Contact Candice:
(780) 726-4200
cardinal.jeanc@gmail.com
Who Can Apply?
Must be a Saddle Lake Member
19 - 30 Years Old
Out of school for a year
Benefits:
Hands-on Experience
Mentorship
Skill Development
Boost Confidence
Potential for future employment/goal setting
Activities Include:
Cultural Awareness
Hands on Land Based Learning
Safety Ticket Training
Paid Work Experience
Educational Awareness
9 month Program (June Start)
Lakeland College - Fire and Emergency Services Info Session
Lakeland College
Fire & Emergency Services Info Session
Activities include:
demos on the Emergency Training Centre training field
talking to current students about their Lakeland experience
touring the Hallway of Helmets
learning how our students get more hands-on training than available anywhere else
optional activities include touring the Vermilion campus and applying to a program
Date: Friday, August 22
Time: 9 am to 3 pm
Location: Emergency Training Centre, Vermilion Campus
Have a question?
Please contact Danielle about our fire and emergency services programs by:
calling 780 853 8789
texting 780 581 0805
asking your questions on our program contact form
You may also book a tour through Danielle.
MacEwan University - MMIW Pipe Ceremony
MacEwan University kihêw waciston
MMIW Pipe Ceremony
Honouring the Lives, Raising our Voices
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Gathering Room (9-115)
9AM - Sacred Fire
10AM - Pipe Ceremony
12PM - Feast & Sharing Circle
OPEN TO ALL MACEWAN STUDENTS, STAFF, AND FACULTY
Traditional Ribbon Skirt and Moon Cycle Protocols in Place.
Questions? Email us at heronl5@macewan.ca
2026 Career Expo
Saddle Lake Employment & Training
2026 Career Expo
DATE: Thursday, April 9, 2026
TIME: 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Manitou Kihew Arena
For information, please contact:
Rose Collins
(780) 726-4200
et@saddlelake.ca
Portage College - Saddle Lake Grand Opening & Open House
Portage College - Saddle Lake Grand Opening & Open House
Thursday, April 2, 2026
11 AM - 2 PM
1109B 50 Street - Saddle Lake, AB
11 AM Ribbon Cutting
Application Fee Waived During The Event
UnBQ Open House
UnBQ Open House
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
UnBQ Gym
A day that transforms your future education and career!
Meet students and faculty - Campus tours.
Find a program that suits you.
For more information, email sharonj@bluequills.ca or call 780-645-4455 Ext. 164
Lakeland College - Program Info Sessions
Lakeland College
Program Info Sessions
Are you ready for Program Info Sessions on March 6, 2026? Last year, more than 500 guests came to visit both campuses, enjoying presentations, taking tours and learning about the many programs offered here
DATE: March 6, 2026
Portage College Open House - Cold Lake Campus
Portage College Open House
Cold Lake Campus
March 4, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Each Open House will feature:
Program information booths
Faculty and student advisors available to answer questions
A complimentary meal for attendees
On-the-spot application support (application fee waived)
Portage College Open House - St. Paul Campus
Portage College Open House
St. Paul Campus
March 3, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Each Open House will feature:
Program information booths
Faculty and student advisors available to answer questions
A complimentary meal for attendees
On-the-spot application support (application fee waived)
Portage College Open House - Lac La Biche Campus
Portage College Open House
Lac La Biche Campus
March 2, 2026
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Each Open House will feature:
Program information booths
Faculty and student advisors available to answer questions
A complimentary meal for attendees
On-the-spot application support (application fee waived)
Business Plan Workshop
Business Plan Workshop
Have a great business but don’t know where to start?
Join our 4-session Business Plan Workshop and learn how to build a clear, practical, and investor-ready business plan.
Business Plan
Financial Projections
Operational Plans (?)
Business Management (?)
DATE: January 19th, 26th, February 2nd and 9th (all Mondays)
TIME: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Saddle Lake Economic Development Meeting Room (Saddle Lake, AB)
To register, please contact:
Jody Foulds, Senior Business Officer
Community Futures, St. Paul-Smoky Lake Region
(780) 645-5782
Business Plan Workshop
Business Plan Workshop
Have a great business but don’t know where to start?
Join our 4-session Business Plan Workshop and learn how to build a clear, practical, and investor-ready business plan.
Business Plan
Financial Projections
Operational Plans (?)
Business Management (?)
DATE: January 19th, 26th, February 2nd and 9th (all Mondays)
TIME: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Saddle Lake Economic Development Meeting Room (Saddle Lake, AB)
To register, please contact:
Jody Foulds, Senior Business Officer
Community Futures, St. Paul-Smoky Lake Region
(780) 645-5782
Business Plan Workshop
Business Plan Workshop
Have a great business but don’t know where to start?
Join our 4-session Business Plan Workshop and learn how to build a clear, practical, and investor-ready business plan.
Business Plan
Financial Projections
Operational Plans (?)
Business Management (?)
DATE: January 19th, 26th, February 2nd and 9th (all Mondays)
TIME: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Saddle Lake Economic Development Meeting Room (Saddle Lake, AB)
To register, please contact:
Jody Foulds, Senior Business Officer
Community Futures, St. Paul-Smoky Lake Region
(780) 645-5782
Business Plan Workshop
Business Plan Workshop
Have a great business but don’t know where to start?
Join our 4-session Business Plan Workshop and learn how to build a clear, practical, and investor-ready business plan.
Business Plan
Financial Projections
Operational Plans (?)
Business Management (?)
DATE: January 19th, 26th, February 2nd and 9th (all Mondays)
TIME: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
LOCATION: Saddle Lake Economic Development Meeting Room (Saddle Lake, AB)
To register, please contact:
Jody Foulds, Senior Business Officer
Community Futures, St. Paul-Smoky Lake Region
(780) 645-5782
Portage College Open House - LAC LA BICHE CAMPUS
Portage College Open House
Lac La Biche Campus
October 23, 2025
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Portage College - Lac La Biche
FREE MEAL & FREE APPLICATION*
We offer a variety of programs, including new programs such as Addictions Counselling, Apprenticeship Carpentry, Apprenticeship Heavy Equipment Technician, Kinesiology, and, and Pre-Health Sciences.
Come check out our Open House, where you can connect with advisors, ask questions and find out which program is the perfect fit for you.
Contact us: 1-866-623-5551
*Limit one free application per student
Portage College Open House - COLD LAKE CAMPUS
Portage College Open House
Cold Lake Campus
October 22, 2025
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Portage College - Cold Lake
FREE MEAL & FREE APPLICATION*
We offer a variety of programs including Addictions Counselling, Aircraft Structures Technician, and Pre-Health Sciences.
Come check out our Open House, where you can connect with advisors, ask questions and find out which program is the perfect fit for you.
Contact us: 1-866-623-5551
*Limit one free application per student
Portage College Open House - ST. PAUL CAMPUS
Portage College Open House
St. Paul Campus
October 21, 2025
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Portage College - St. Paul
FREE MEAL & FREE APPLICATION*
We offer a variety of programs including Pre-Health Sciences.
Come check out our Open House, where you can connect with advisors, ask questions and find out which program is the perfect fit for you.
Contact us: 1-866-623-5551
*Limit one free application per student