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    Home » Guidance » Post Secondary

    Survival Guide

    Grade 11 Students & Parents: Ms. Barnes has visited Grade 11 English Classes earlier in October. Students will get a hard copy of the survival guide if they’d like one in the Philemon office. ​
    Click on the button below to download our 2025-2026 survival guide to your post-secondary options, application deadlines, bursary information and more!

    Survival Guide

    Important Dates

    What are my post secondary options?

    Transitioning to CEGEP

     

     

    Virtual College, University & Trades Info
    Trades

    Hull Adult Education

    What you can expect:

    • Support for developing a career path
    • Student centered and individualized learning
    • Option to choose courses of interest
    • Flexible schedule
    • Continuous monthly intake
    • Weekday classes from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
    • 3 terms (10 months)
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Funding available for qualified students
    • Equivalencies for out of province studies​

    Register here: https://www.hulladulteducationcentre.com/registration-2020-2021

    Western Quebec
    ​Career Centre

    The Western Québec Career Centre has a variety of programs to meet your career goals!

    Programs: Accounting, Secretarial Studies, Auto Mechanics , Institutional and Home Care Assistance, Health, Assistance and Nursing, Industrial Drafting, Residential and Commercial Drafting, Welding and Fitting, and Starting a Business

    ​All programs lead to a Ministry of Education diploma. Tuition is free to Québec residents. All classes are given in English.

    CéGEPs

    CéGEP de la Gaspesie

    – For more information see: http://www.cegepgim.ca/futurs-etudiants/programmes
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    – For information in English:  http://www.cegepgim.ca/english-section
    Oct 29-30 – Salon virtual de l’étudiant: https://www.facebook.com/events/334624741111577/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%7D

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    CEGEP de l’Outaouais

    Tu envisages faire partie d’une de nos équipes sportives en prévision de la saison 2021?

    Assiste à la Séance virtuelle d’information et viens discuter avec nos entraîneurs!

    Quand : Le lundi 23 novembre
    Heure : 18 h 30 à 20 h

    Un lien Zoom te sera envoyé une fois ton inscription complétée.
    Click here for link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=4m5HsjwFmEeB6Yb0mqOaEsDZiRjR9jJAtp9ydznAXBZUMzhVWVJFMUZBRjJSNzFUUFRESzY2RDE1SC4u​

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    Champlain College Lennoxville

    Our Virtual Open House will give parents and prospective students the opportunity to visit our campus, discover our programs and services, and learn what COUGAR PRIDE is all about!

    Our next Open House will take place from Saturday 24 October to Friday 30 October 2020. You may register to as many sessions as you wish!

    ​See https://www.crc-lennox.qc.ca/future-students/open-house-2/ for full details.

    ​Contact Recruitment Coordinator Steve Cassivi at scassivi@crcmail.net for questions.

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    Champlain College Saint-Lambert

    Explore everything Champlain College Saint-Lambert has to offer! Join us virtually on Sunday, November 1st. More detailed information to come.
    Additional Info

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    Dawson College

    – Virtual Open House – October 20-25, 2020 
    – Program Descriptions 

    Cégep Heritage College

    Virtual Open House: January 21st @ 6:30 p.m. For more details: https://pwhsguidance.weebly.com/upcoming-events.html​

    ​Cégep Heritage College offers:

    • Two-year Pre-University programs that prepare you for further university studies
    • Three-year Career programs for immediate entry into the labour force or further university studies

    Both types of programs lead to a Diploma of College Studies (DEC).

    Cégep Heritage College is the only public, tuition-free, Anglophone CEGEP in Western Quebec. Our state-of-the-art facilities are located in Gatineau, bordering scenic Gatineau Park, just ten minutes from downtown Ottawa.

    John Abbott College

    Attend our virtual open house from October 14-17 to get an overview of our school, browse all of our programs and services, access info pages/videos, and even sign up for live Q&A sessions with various programs and our Admissions team.

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    Marianopolis College

    Marianopolis College will be hosting a virtual Open House on Sunday, November 1; students can attend at www.bemarianopolis.ca/openhouse.

    Additionally, we will be hosting Virtual Program Information Evenings on November 3rd and 4th.

    Royal Military College St Jean

    RMC offers many four-year degree undergraduate programmes in Science, Engineering and Social Sciences and Humanities.

    All students interested in pursuing their studies at RMC must apply through www.forces.ca and are strongly encouraged to start their application early in their last year of high school. Please apply before the January 31 deadline.

    Due to COVID 19, our Open House and campus tours have not yet resumed. Please contact me if you have any questions or you require additional information: Graeme Duke-Gibbs, Liaison Officer
    graeme.duke-gibbs@rmc-cmr.ca

    •  Video presentation of our programs at: https://www.cmrsj-rmcsj.forces.gc.ca/videos/ol-lo/ol-lo-eng.asp
    • Brochure – https://www.cmrsj-rmcsj.forces.gc.ca/fe-fs/brochure/brochure-eng.as
    • Website – https://www.rmc-cmr.ca/en
    • Viewbook: https://www.rmc-cmr.ca/en/registrars-office/canadian-military-colleges-universities-with-a-difference

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    Collège Universel

    Collège Universel – Campus Gatineau (formerly Collège préuniversitaire Nouvelles Frontières) has a 22-year tradition of excellence in collegiate education. The institution, accredited and funded by the Quebec education ministry (Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement supérieur du Québec), is the only bilingual private college in the Outaouais region. It offers a wide range of DEC (Diplôme d’études collégiales) programs, both pre-university and technical.

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    Vanier College

    Our Virtual Open House is November 7-13! View the schedule to attend the live sessions: https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/open-house/virtual-open-house-schedule/

    OnlineProspectus: https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/prospectus/files/current.pdf

    Ontario Colleges

    Algonquin College

    Our Recruitment Officers will be hosting online tours and information sessions designed to help you navigate your way through the discovery, application and confirmation process.

    ​Find our virtual events here: ​https://www.algonquincollege.com/future-students/virtual-events/

    Loyalist College

    Get the inside scoop on Loyalist College by joining us for an online information session! We’ll cover everything you need to know about being a Loyalist Lancer, including:

    • Programs
    • Campus Life
    • Student Success
    • Residence
    • And more! 

    In addition to our online information sessions, you can also connect with us through a virtual campus tour, or you can schedule an appointment with one of our advisors.

     

    Universities

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    Acadia University

    Admissions Info Session on Oct. 29 at 6:30 ET
    Scholarships Info Session on Nov. 4 at 6:30 ET
    Residence and Meal Hall Info Session on Nov. 17 at 6:30 ETWe will also be hosting a virtual Open House in November. All of the information about our events can be found on our Future Students webpage: https://www2.acadiau.ca/future-students.html.Students can also view our Viewbook here: https://www2.acadiau.ca/about-acadia/viewbook.html.

    Bishop’s University

    Virtual Open House
    Our Open House virtual events will begin on October 17th and continue on into the week. Registered guests can drop into sessions as they please.
    Open House Registration
    360° Virtual Tour
    Explore Bishop’s University with this 360° virtual tour. Take in the sights of our beautiful campus in Sherbrooke, QC, Canada, while being introduced to where our students live and learn.
    Start the Tour

    Brock University

    Check out our Future Student website.
    Register for a Virtual Tour of our campus and see our upcoming events.
    Enter to win our $10,000 prize!Want to learn more about Brock? Join us for a Live Information Session.
    Questions? Email us!

    Cape Breton University

    Dear future CBU students: Mark your calendars, because November 2020 is an entire month dedicated to YOU! 
    Join us virtually, November 1 – 30, for Future Student Month at CBU. 
    Learn about our academic programs and student support services, connect with current students, faculty, alumni, have the chance to win prizes and apply for free, all month long. 
    Pre-register by November 1, 2020 and your name will be entered to win a MacBook Air!
    Register here: https://www.cbu.ca/futurestudentmonth/p.s. Here’s another video to learn about CBU: https://vimeo.com/user20653208/review/465783238/6af5804af7 

    Carleton University

    At Carleton University, you will find a program that reflects your interests, builds your passions and prepares you for the future.

    ​Join us at our Virtual Fall Open House (Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, November 7, 2020) to discover the Carleton program that is right for you and find out everything you need to apply.

    Concordia University

    Learn more about our virtual Open House on October 24th: http://www.concordia.ca/admissions/open-house.html
     
    Students can also check out our virtual events here: https://go.concordia.ca/events/upcoming-events-list/?off-campus=true

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    Dominican College University

    On November 5th from 3:00pm to 4:00pm EST, we will be holding a virtual fair, where we will talk more about the application process, programs, tuition fees and scholarships. We will be happy to welcome students and families to the event. The best way to learn and register for the event is by following these links:
    http://www.dominicanu.ca/virtual-open-house
    http://www.udominicaine.ca/portes-ouvertes-virtuellesOur viewbooks can be accessed below:
    Viewbookhttp://www.dominicanu.ca/sites/default/files/duc_viewbook_spread_eng.pdf
    Prospectus: http://www.udominicaine.ca/sites/default/files/viewbook_fr.pdf
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DUCOttawa/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DUCOttawa

    King’s university college

    King’s Virtual Evening Recruitment Presentations
    https://www.kings.uwo.ca/future-students/virtual-information-session-registration/King’s Virtual Evening Sessions
    https://www.kings.uwo.ca/future-students/open-house/King’s Viewbook
    https://issuu.com/kingsuniversitycollege/docs/kings_vb_2021issuu

    Additional

    Lakehead University

    – Open House (virtual) – Saturday, October 24 and Wednesday, December 9th.
    – Getting to Know Lakehead Webinar Series – Tuesday nights @ 7 pm
    – Program based Webinar Series – Discovering Our Programs – Wednesday afternoons at 4 pm
    – Virtual Campus Tours
    – One-on-One Advising Appointments
     for prospective students
    – We also have a new updated video available

    McGill University

     McGill’s Open House is on Sunday, October 25th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Students interested must register here: www.mcgill.ca/openhouse . There will be a virtual booth all day where they can ask questions, and a presentation and student panel in English from 10:30-11:30 a.m., and one in French from 1-2 p.m. All McGill undergraduate programs will also be represented.​

    We encourage students to apply through the www.mcgill.ca website as the application process is faster than through SRAM.

    McGill University
    ​McDonald Campus

    Farm Management & Technology
    In November, we will be offering FMT-specific online webinars on Friday, November 20th and Friday, November 27th in the morning and afternoon, in English and French. Students should register in advance for these webinars here: www.mcgill.ca/fmt/open-house.

    Ontario Tech University

    Normally, our recruitment team would be hitting the road to come visit you at your school. We love visiting schools across Canada and beyond to meet future Ridgebacks. This school year may look a bit different, but we are busy working with your school to make sure we can get to know you and answer your questions.

    ​In the meantime, visit our Connect with us page to see all of the ways you can get to know Ontario Tech!

    Redeemer University College

    Click on the links below for short videos related to various facets of Redeemer U:

    1. Learning Environment
    2. Faculty and Research
    3. Life on Campus
    4. Athletics and Recreation
    5. Residences

    St Francis Xavier

    St. Francis Xavier University is recognized as one of Canada’s best. To learn more, connect with one of our Student success leaders: https://www.stfx.ca/talk-to-us.

    Saint Mary’s University

    ​Our Virtual Open Houses are happening on Oct 23rd and November 21st from 12:00 – 4:00 pm ADT. We have a large number of virtual events and webinars that students can view and sign up for at smu.ca/webinars. Students can also sign up for more information, including about important dates and scholarship opportunities, at smu.ca/signup.

    Saint Paul University

    For more information see https://ustpaul.ca/future-students.php.

    St Thomas University

    • Information for students: https://www.stu.ca/dates/
    • Program offerings: https://www.stu.ca/academics/
    • Inquiry / request for information: https://stthomasu.secure.force.com/form?formid=217731

    University of Guelph

    General OOP Webinar: Hear from grads who came to the U of G from other provinces: what made them choose the U of Guelph? Register for this webinar on our events page, and discover all the ways we’ll support your journey to becoming a Gryphon!
    • CEGEP: A video resource, specific to CEGEP students will be provided on our website shortly!
    • Online Viewbook: Check out our 2021 domestic viewbook online!
    • Unibuddy: Chat one-on-one with a current student and hear about their U of G experience first-hand
    • Fall Preview Day: You are virtually invited to our Fall Open House on November 8th to discover why the University of Guelph is your home away from home
    • One-on-One Meeting: You or your students can speak with me to ask any questions about our programs, student services, experiential learning, student life and more!Video for University of Guelph-Humber: https://youtu.be/nd4sQGZkHG4

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    University of New Brunswick

    Since we can’t be together in person, we’re inviting you to join us online. Our commitment is to provide short, informative sessions that will easily fit into your schedule and get you excited about starting your journey at UNB!
    See https://www.unb.ca/admissions/recruitment-events/index.html for the fall virtual event schedule.

    University of Ottawa

    Are you about to finish high school in Quebec and interested in going straight to university? It’s possible!

    Go here: https://www.uottawa.ca/undergraduate-admissions/quebec-secondary-schools to see the fall virtual information schedule and learn more.

    University of Waterloo

    –  Waterloo Wednesday Webinars: on-going events every Wednesday from 5-6 p.m. including general and themed sessions 
    –  Waterloo Virtual Fair – October 3: connect with students, professors, and staff without the hassle of travel
    – Waterloo Virtual Open House – November 7: connect with students, professors, and staff without the hassle of travel
    – On-demand liaison presentation: available anytime for your students (likely released by end of next week)
    – Q & A directly with liaison officers (email us): a private virtual session specifically for your students or a specific family
    – Virtual tours: see campus and learn about Waterloo from our ambassadors 
    – Brochure requests: order or download any of our brochures

    University of Windser

    We’re the campus where you’ll fit right in. With our low student-to faculty ratio, you’ll find the program you want and professors who care.  We offer the kind of learning opportunities outside the classroom to give you a competitive edge when launching your career.  We are nestled in a vibrant, welcoming community with beautiful waterfront and lots of trails.

    The University of Windsor will be hosting our Virtual Fall Open House on Saturday, November 21st from 11:00 – 3:00 pm.

    Visit our Future Students website:  https://future.uwindsor.ca/future-students

    Western University

    ​Choosing the right university for you is a big decision! Let us help. Participate in our interactive presentations about programs, experiential learning opportunities, our community, your experience, careers, the application process and more.

    Sign up for an interactive session here:   https://welcome.uwo.ca/presentations/index.html

    Other

    Connexions

    Looking for a career in health and social services? Check out  https://centreconnexions.org/ for information specific to the Outaouais – including bursary opportunities!

    Connexions Resource Centre is a not-for-profit community organization whose mission is to serve and promote the health, well-being and vitality of the English-speaking population of the Outaouais.

    Stanstead College – Grades 7-12

    ​Any interested students and parents can visit our school virtually this fall – all the details can be found here.
    How to apply to CEGEP
    **NOTE: TRANSCRIPTS ONLY NEED TO BE REQUESTED IF YOU ARE APPLYING TO A PRIVATE CEGEP, AN ONTARIO COLLEGE, THE UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA, THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK OR ANOTHER PROGRAM THAT REQUESTS YOU TO SUBMIT YOUR TRANSCRIPT. 
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    How to apply to Ontario Colleges

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    To apply to Ontario Colleges you can go to the Ontario College website here. This is a centralized website that allows people to apply to most Ontario Colleges. Before applying you should ensure you meet the specific prerequisites for the program you are applying to. If you have questions about how Ontario to Quebec Course equivalences, please contact your guidance team member.

    Once you have applied, you need to give your Quebec Ministry of Education transcript to Dianne Miljour along with the school your are applying to, your application number and a personal email address so that we can send all your relevant academic records along with your application.

    Financing your Education

    Financial Aid Options for Post-Secondary Studies

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    Students are often coming to the guidance office to inquire about how to finance their post-secondary education. For students requiring financial assistance in order to attend a college, CEGEP or university program, there are a number of options available to them. Please see the presentation below and let guidance know if you have any questions or require further assistance obtaining financial aid.


    Presentation

    www.sram.qc.ca/en/studying-at-college/loans-and-bursariesAdditional Resources:

    ​SRAM Loans and Bursaries Program

    **NEW for fall 2022: Perspective Quebec Scholarship Program (Document available in French only)

    Canadian Scholarship finder website here. 

    Law 96
    Law 96 Updates from Heritage College: https://www.cegep-heritage.qc.ca/future-students/bill-96/law14-updates

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