Joy Rolheiser discusses how her interest in CAD/CAM led to her role as a Platform Engineering Manager at Crestline.
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Platform Engineering Manager
Director of Operational Excellence
Kevin MacDonald shares how an interest in technology and experience in mechanical engineering led to his current role in the manufacturing sector at Crestline.
Director of Business Development
Scott Frey shares experience and advice based on his career path that has taken him from finance to the manufacturing sector.
Senior Purchaser
Daryl Krell shares a career journey that led him to the role of Senior Purchaser in the manufacturing sector at Crestline.
Research Officer
Alisa Paterson shares how her interest in science led her on a career journey toward becoming a Research Officer with the Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation.
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Jessi Welcher shares information about her training path at Saskatchewan Polytechnic and her professional experience at Shoppers Drug Mart and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.
Entrepreneur & Educator
Dr. Chris Scribe shares stories of his career journey as an educator and entrepreneur in both for-profit and non-profit businesses. Chapters are available on YouTube.
Probation Officer, Community Youth Worker
Anna Moulden-Griffith shares how a passion for helping others led to a career as a Probation Officer and Community Youth Worker in Saskatchewan.
Correctional Officer
Travis Carter shares his experiences as a Correctional Officer in Saskatchewan.
Facility Youth Worker
Wynona Thorarinsson shares her experience as a Facility Youth Worker in Saskatchewan.
Registered Nurse (Corrections)
Cc Uleryk shares how a career as a Registered Nurse led to a role in Corrections in Saskatchewan.
Flight Nurse
Bailey Sinclair shares her career journey in nursing that led to becoming a Flight Nurse with STARS Air Ambulance.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Nathan Bartsch of STARS Air Ambulance shares his experiences as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
Helicopter Pilot
Jerson Paez, a helicopter pilot with STARS Air Ambulance, share his career journey.
Entrepreneur
Alisha Esmail shares her entrepreneurial journey as the founder of Road Coffee in Saskatoon.
Entrepreneur
Stephanie Yong, co-founder of Sohkisiwin Solutions, shares her experiences as an entrepreneur.
Entrepreneur
Michael Linklater shares his experiences that led to co-founding Sohkisiwin Solutions.
Entrepreneur
Marcus Storey shares what he has learned since co-founding Escape Sports in Saskatoon.
Veterinarian & Entrepreneur
Dr. Christine Beck, founder and CEO of Waggle Mail, shares her career path as a veterinarian and entrepreneur.
Applications Engineer
Moeez Ahmad shares his experiences that led him to a career as an Applications Engineer at Siemens EDA in Saskatoon.
Applications Engineering Manager
Mike Sheinin shares his experiences that led him to the role of Applications Engineering Manager at Siemens EDA, Saskatoon.
Customer Experience Coordinator
Jeff Salisbury shares his journey toward becoming a Customer Experience Coordinator at Siemens EDA in Saskatoon.
Principal Software Developer
James Cooper shares his experiences that led him to the role of Principal Software Developer at Siemens EDA in Saskatoon.
Software Developer
Jennifer Doetzel shares her experience as a Software Developer at Siemens EDA, Saskatoon.
Mineral Process Engineer
Jayden Ladebruk shares how her interest in chemical engineering led to a role in mineral process engineering with Hatch.
Structural Engineer
Mattea Smith shares how her lifelong fascination with buildings led to a role as a structural engineer with Hatch.
Mechanical Engineer
David Loken shares how his career in mechanical engineering led to experience in aerospace, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and now consulting with Hatch in Saskatoon.
Dentist
Dr. Divya Balakrishnan shares her experience as a dentist and owner of University Heights Dental Studio.
Dental Assistant
Madison Malowany shares her career journey as a dental assistant.
Orthodontist
Dr. Perry Kurz shares his career journey as an orthodontist in Saskatoon.
Orthodontic Assistant
Debbie Funk shares her experiences as a orthodontic assistant in Saskatoon.
Veterinarian
Dr. Andrea Petruka shares her experience as a veterinarian with Norsask Vet Group.
Veterinary Technologist
Shannon Scruten from Norsask Vet Group shares what it is like to be a Veterinary Technologist.
Veterinary Assistant
Dani Ornawka from Norsask Vet Group discusses her career path as a veterinary assistant.
Truck and Transport Mechanic
Learn about Omar Robinson’s career journey that led him to being a Journeyperson Truck and Transport Mechanic with the City of Saskatoon.
Mechanic
Zack Beveridge shares his experience as a Journeyperson Mechanic in the automotive industry and with the City of Saskatoon.
Powerline Technician
Justin Korte shares his experience as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician with the City of Saskatoon.
City Roadways Manager
Tracy Danielson shares how her training as a Civil Engineer led to a role as Roadways Manager with the City of Saskatoon.
Water Treatment Lab Technician
Krista Spratt shares her experience working in the laboratory at the City of Saskatoon Water Treatment Plant.
Municipal Project Engineer
Geraldine Sadia shares her experience working in sustainability as a Project Engineer with the City of Saskatoon.
Fire Inspector & Investigator
Bill Symons shares about his role as a Fire Inspector and Investigator with the Saskatoon Fire Department.
Firefighter-Paramedic
Brooklyn Maxwell shares what it takes to be a Firefighter-Paramedic with the Saskatoon Fire Department.
Emergency Fire Dispatcher
Victoria Marchand shares her experience as an Emergency Dispatcher with the Saskatoon Fire Department.
UX Strategist & Developer
A UX (User Experience) Strategist and Developer plays a unique role in the technology and marketing sectors. Matt Horning shares his experience.
Content Strategist (Marketing)
Learn about a content strategist’s role from Jessica Beuker of Rock & Bloom.
Chief Executive Officer & Entrepreneur (Marketing)
Learn about Heather Adams’ career path as CEO of Rock & Bloom, a brand studio in Saskatoon.
Insurance Broker Team Lead
Jessica Eberle of HUB International shares her experiences in the insurance industry.
Commercial Insurance Advisor
Levi Smith of Cornerstone Insurance shares his experiences as an insurance advisor.
Software and Business Developer
Reid Patterson shares the experiences that led him to a role with Prairie Robotics.
Software Developer Intern
Harris Ferguson shares his experience as an intern at 7shifts as a Software Developer.
Senior Design Technologist
Autumn Dawe-Baillie shares her experience in the tech industry as a Senior Design Tech at 7shifts.
Manager of Workplace Experience
Robyn Chatlain shares her career journey that led to a role as Manager of Workplace Experience, an HR position at 7shifts.
Staff Engineer, Software Developer
Tyson Lemire shares the experiences that led him to a role in software development as a Staff Engineer at 7shifts.
Financial Educator and Credit Counsellor
Mary Castillo shares how her desire to help others led to a career as a financial educator and credit counsellor at the Credit Counselling Society.
Chartered Professional Accountant
Learn about Kyle Christopherson’s career path to becoming a CPA, a partner at MNP, and a volunteer with non-profit organizations.
Underground Mobile Mechanical Planner
Sabrina Pethick shares how her career path led her to a role as a mechanical planner at Nutrien.
Underground Electrical Supervisor
Nicole Fleck shares how her training as an Electrical Engineer led to a supervisory role at Nutrien.
Chief Mine Engineer
Melanie Stare share her career journey that led her to becoming a Chief Mine Engineer at Nutrien.
Welder
Alison Solmes shares her passion for welding and what it’s like to work as a journeyperson in a mine at Nutrien.
Geologist – Mining
Jennie Scott shares how an interest in Geology can turn into a fulfilling career path in mining.
Research Technician
Akarin Asavajaru shares his career journey that led him to the role of research technician at VIDO.
Research Scientist
Darryl Falzarano (VIDO) shares his career journey as a research scientist.
Director of Vaccine Development
Trina Racine shares her career journey that led her to becoming the Director of Vaccine Development at VIDO.
Electronics Assembler
Learn from Sylvia Hamilton about her career as a journeyperson electronics assembler and a current program officer at Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT).
Chiropractor, Medical Acupuncture Provider, & Clinic Director
Dr. Wade Phillips shares his experience as a chiropractor, medical acupuncture provider, and clinic director at Summit Sports and Health.
Psychologist
Learn about the path to becoming a psychologist from Catherine Kroeger of Summit Sports and Health.
Attainment Specialist
Mackenzie Marchant of Summit Sports and Health shares her career path as an attainment specialist in the health and wellness sector.
Registered Dietitian
Kimberlee Galus shares her experience as a registered dietitian at Summit Sports and Health, and with the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
Landscape Horticulturalist
Shaun Farrell from SeeMoreGreen shares his experience as a Journeyperson Landscape Horticulturalist.
Auto Body Technician
Scott Kucharyshen gives an overview of what it takes to become a Journeyperson Auto Body Technician, and he shares insight on the Saskatchewan Polytechnic program.
Automotive Service Technician
Brody Siebert gives an overview of what it takes to become a Journeyperson Automotive Service Technician, and he shares insight on the Saskatchewan Polytechnic program.
Geoscientist and Entrepreneur
Kirsten Marcia from Deep Earth Energy Production shares her journey as a geoscientist and entrepreneur in Saskatchewan.
Renewable Energy Project Coordinator
Learn about a career path in solar and geothermal energy from Ryan Boghean at miEnergy.
Police Officer
Learn about the career journey of Cst. Ruben Harms and what it takes to become an officer with the Saskatoon Police Service.
Scientist & Entrepreneur
Dr. Monique Simair shares her career journey as a scientist with a Ph.D. in microbiology and the owner of Maven Water & Environment.
Assistant Branch Manager
Anika Mysha, an Assistant Branch Manager at RBC, shares her career journey.
Financial Planner
Trè Bynoe shares his career journey as a Certified Financial Planner.
Business Advisory Team Lead
Lauren Meyer shares her background and experience as a Business Advisory Team Lead at Affinity Credit Union.
VP of Finance & Administration
Angie Desnomie, Vice President of Finance & Administration at Muskeg Lake Cree Nation Investment Management Corporation, shares her career journey in the finance sector.
People Strategies Director (Tech, Human Resources)
A human resources expert, Deidre Lane, shares advice on careers in tech from her experience working at zu as a People Strategies Director.
Human Resource Administrator (Tech)
Meagan MacLean shares her experience in the tech industry as a Human Resource Administrator at zu in Saskatoon.
Product Owner
Jessica Forster shares her experience as a professional trained in business and project management who is now a Product Owner with zu, a tech-based company in Saskatoon.
Tech Lead
Brady Smith from zu shares his experience as a Tech Lead/developer with an exciting tech-based company.
Game Developer & Design Instructor
Jason Bowey shares his experience in game development and design instruction with the Recording Arts Institute of Saskatoon.
Web Designer, Graphic Designer, & Web Developer
Nicole Grimley (Lead Graphic Designer) and Michael Ruffell (Lead Web Developer) share information about their careers and roles at Trusted Marketing Services.
Entrepreneur (Restaurant Owner & Chef)
Andy Yuen shares his insight as the owner of Odd Couple Restaurant in Saskatoon.
Entrepreneur (Photography, Videography, & Design)
Matt Ramage shares his experience as owner of MJ & Co. & Studio D where he and his team specialize in photography, videography, and design.
Entrepreneur (Digital Advertising & Marketing)
Dustin Ratzlaff shares his experience as the owner of unINK Marketing–a digitial advertising & marketing agency.
Entrepreneur (Fitness Studio)
Sheena Beatty & Lorne Prefontaine share their journey as owners of Crew Rowhouse (now HABIIT Athletics) in Saskatoon.
Heat Treat Team Leader (Machinist)
Learn about the role of Heat Treatment in manufacturing. Jeff Thurber is a Machinist and currently the Heat Treat Team Leader at Standard Machine in Saskatoon.
Bearing Mechanic
Tammy Wisminity shares her experience as a Bearing Repair Technician at Standard Machine in Saskatoon.
Industrial Mechanic/Millwright
Learn about the role of an Industrial Mechanic at Standard Machine from Joe Franey.
General Manager (Manufacturing)
Jason Young shares info about his journey where he started as a CAD/CAM techinician to becoming a general manager at Standard Machine in Saskatoon.
Carpenter
Daniel Turcotte and Janis Dubreuil (Allan Construction) provide insight into the carpentry trade.
Plumber
Dave Doell and Alex Richard share their experiences in the plumbing trade at Core HVAC Services.
HR Analyst & Network Analyst
Michelle Banman shares her experience as an HR Analyst at ESTI Consulting Services. Brett Melnychuck, an intern at ESTI, shares insight into his role as a Network Analyst.
Hairstylist
Rhoda Adams shares her career journey as a hairstylist (Visions Salon & Spa).
Electrician
Ashley McConnell-Quesnel and Ryan McConnell From Humboldt Electric share information about careers in the electrical trade.
Physiotherapist
Learn about a career as a physiotherapist from Amanda Paterson (Zone Sports Physiotherapy).
Chiropractor
Thinking about a career as a chiropractor? Check out this video to learn from Dr. Andy Pawlovich from Pawlovich Chiropractic.
