Career Talks

Learn about a variety of careers from Saskatchewan-based professionals.

More content will be added throughout the year, so stop by often and contact us if there is an occupation you would like to see featured.

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.

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.

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.

Massage Therapist

Learn about Kwaku Danso’s career path to becoming a massage therapist at New Leaf Kinetic Arts.

Cook

Hear from Sydney Hamelin (Taste Restaurant Group) about her career path as a journeyperson cook.