Info Sessions Go Virtual In 2021
Thank you to everyone who attended the info sessions this year. If you missed them but would like to see what the days are about (along with some videos) please check out the tiles below.
We will have details on the 2022 info sessions in the near future. Our Open House dates will also be shared shortly for another chance to experience Lakeland.
Can’t wait for virtual info sessions – our Live with Lakeland sessions are the answer. Check our events calendar for Live with Lakeland dates, times and programs.
Info sessions are designed for prospective students and their families. In particularly, if you've already been accepted, or you need more information to finalize your decision.
Also, there are specific Q&A sessions each day for parents, as well as one with current students ambassadors.
- contact an enrolment specialist if you have any questions
- check out the links to virtual campus tours - use the tile below
- view videos – there’s a playlist for every program. Some are from our YouTube channel and others are from presentations from the 2020 virtual Open House.
Lloydminster Schedule March 11
Find out what to expect at an info session
Lloydminster Schedule March 11
March 11
Virtual sessions on are Microsoft Teams. Most are during the day. University Transfer is in the evening.
Go to the school’s tile for the schedule and links.
Go to the school’s tile for the schedule and links.
- Business
- Energy
- Health & Wellness
- University Transfer
You Should Know:
- All times are Mountain Standard.
- For best quality and less interruptions, please join as a guest with your camera and microphone off.
- Please see the FOIP information at the bottom of the schedule.
- If a session is offered several times, you only need to attend the one that fits in your schedule.
- There is a parent information session being offered from 11:30 am-12:30 pm on Financial Aid/Admissions
- If you are using your cellphone to participate in an Info Session that is hosted on Microsoft Teams or Zoom, please download the Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom app first to ensure you have access to the session.
*I understand that by signing up for this virtual orientation I am aware that my name and image will be visible to other participants. These webinars will be recorded and posted on the College website for other perspective students to watch.
Any personal information collected will be protected under Part 2 of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information is collected for the purpose of delivery and administration of Lakeland College programs and services. Questions concerning the collection, use or disposal of this information should be directed to (5707 College Drive, Vermilion AB; 780-853-8524; FOIP@lakelandcollege.ca).
While participating in the webinar you have the option to remain anonymous by muting your microphone, keeping your camera turned off and logging in as a guest. If you are not logged into a Microsoft account after clicking on the webinar link provided, you will be prompted to enter a name. You can choose to enter your actual name, or if you wish to remain anonymous you can enter your name as “Guest.” You can also select your audio and video settings for the webinar. If you are signed into your Microsoft account you will automatically join with that account, using the name associated with that account.
Any personal information collected will be protected under Part 2 of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information is collected for the purpose of delivery and administration of Lakeland College programs and services. Questions concerning the collection, use or disposal of this information should be directed to (5707 College Drive, Vermilion AB; 780-853-8524; FOIP@lakelandcollege.ca).
While participating in the webinar you have the option to remain anonymous by muting your microphone, keeping your camera turned off and logging in as a guest. If you are not logged into a Microsoft account after clicking on the webinar link provided, you will be prompted to enter a name. You can choose to enter your actual name, or if you wish to remain anonymous you can enter your name as “Guest.” You can also select your audio and video settings for the webinar. If you are signed into your Microsoft account you will automatically join with that account, using the name associated with that account.
Vermilion Schedule March 12
Find out what to expect at an info session
Vermilion Schedule March 12
March 12
There will be various Microsoft Teams meetings throughout the day for the following department program areas:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Human Services
- Interior Design
- Trades
See program specific tile for info session schedules.
You Should Know:
- All times are Mountain Standard.
- For best quality and less interruptions, please join as a guest with your camera and microphone off.
- Please see the FOIP information at the bottom of the schedule.
- If a session is offered several times, you only need to attend the one that fits in your schedule.
- There is a parent information session being offered from 11:30 am-12:30 pm on Financial Aid/Admissions
- If you are using your cellphone to participate in an Info Session that is hosted on Microsoft Teams or Zoom, please download the Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom app first to ensure you have access to the session.
*I understand that by signing up for this virtual orientation I am aware that my name and image will be visible to other participants. These webinars will be recorded and posted on the College website for other perspective students to watch.
Any personal information collected will be protected under Part 2 of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information is collected for the purpose of delivery and administration of Lakeland College programs and services. Questions concerning the collection, use or disposal of this information should be directed to (5707 College Drive, Vermilion AB; 780-853-8524; FOIP@lakelandcollege.ca).
While participating in the webinar you have the option to remain anonymous by muting your microphone, keeping your camera turned off and logging in as a guest. If you are not logged into a Microsoft account after clicking on the webinar link provided, you will be prompted to enter a name. You can choose to enter your actual name, or if you wish to remain anonymous you can enter your name as “Guest.” You can also select your audio and video settings for the webinar. If you are signed into your Microsoft account you will automatically join with that account, using the name associated with that account.
Any personal information collected will be protected under Part 2 of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information is collected for the purpose of delivery and administration of Lakeland College programs and services. Questions concerning the collection, use or disposal of this information should be directed to (5707 College Drive, Vermilion AB; 780-853-8524; FOIP@lakelandcollege.ca).
While participating in the webinar you have the option to remain anonymous by muting your microphone, keeping your camera turned off and logging in as a guest. If you are not logged into a Microsoft account after clicking on the webinar link provided, you will be prompted to enter a name. You can choose to enter your actual name, or if you wish to remain anonymous you can enter your name as “Guest.” You can also select your audio and video settings for the webinar. If you are signed into your Microsoft account you will automatically join with that account, using the name associated with that account.
Parent/Student Q&A Info Session
Parent/Student Q&A Info Session
Schedule
March 11 & March 12
All times are Mountain Standard.
Parent Session
Zoom meeting link
11:30 am-12:30 pmAnyone is welcome to attend! Learn more about financial aid, the learning commons, residence, athletics and students association.
March 11 - Lloydminster Student Session
Microsoft Teams meeting link
11:30 am-12:30 pmHave questions for current Lakeland College students? What to hear about their Lakeland experience? Attend the student session to find out all about it.
March 12 - Vermilion Student Session
Microsoft Teams meeting link
11:30 am-12:30 pmHave questions for current Lakeland College students? What to hear about their Lakeland experience? Attend the student session to find out all about it.
Agricultural Sciences
Agricultural Sciences
Schedule
March 12, 2021
Microsoft Teams meeting links are found below.
All times are Mountain Standard.
| 9-9:30 am |
Agricultural Sciences General Session
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| 9:30-10:30 am |
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| 9:30-10:15 am |
Agribusiness Q & A with program head |
| 10-10:45 am |
Animal Health Technology Q & A with program head |
| 10:15-10:30 am |
Band in the Home 2021 (a.k.a. Band in the Sand) - A Dirty Good Time |
| 10:30-11:30 am |
Tour the Student-Managed Farm - Powered by New Holland |
| 10:45-11 am |
Mock Online Animal Science Technology Lecture w/Bevin Hamilton |
| 11-11:30 am |
Animal Science Technology Q & A with program head |
| 11:30 am-12:30 pm |
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| 12:30-1 pm |
Rodeo Session |
| 12:30-1:30 pm |
Veterinary Medical Assistant Communications Class Tour |
| 1-1:45 pm |
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| 1-2 pm |
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| 2-2:45 pm |
*NEW*
Degree in Agricultural Technology - Turn Your Diploma Into a Degree . . . Or Double Dip!
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Recommended viewing:
- 360 tours of agricultural facilities
- Walking tour video with ag highlights (7:43)
- How to load a horse on a trailer Animal Science Equine major demo (5:12)
- Veterinary medical assistant tour (6:54)
Business
Business
Schedule
March 11, 2021
Microsoft Teams meeting links to be active when readyAll times are Mountain Standard.
Jump In, Jump Out Advising
8:30-9:30 am
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
8:30-9:30 am
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
Business Certificate Programs
9:45-10:45am
Prepare to get to work in less than a year with our online business certificate program as well as our administrative professional and accounting technician programs.
9:45-10:45am
Prepare to get to work in less than a year with our online business certificate program as well as our administrative professional and accounting technician programs.
Jump In, Jump Out Advising
10:50-11:30 am
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
10:50-11:30 am
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
Jump In, Jump Out Advising
12:45-1:15 pm
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
12:45-1:15 pm
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
Business Administration Diploma
1:30-2:30pm
Our business administration program has four majors for you to choose from: general, accounting, small business and entrepreneurship, real estate appraisal and assessment. Learn more about each major, as well as online delivery.
Further Study Options
3-3:45pm
Completed a business administration diploma? Take your education to the next level and transfer to a degree program. You have several options. With our partnerships with Athabasca University and the University of Saskatchewan’s Edwards School of Business, your diploma can transfer for up to two years of university credits.
Jump In, Jump Out Advising
4-5:30 pm
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
4-5:30 pm
Jump into this session and have your questions answered by our academic advisor.
All times will be Mountain Standard.
- Business Students Opportunities Discussion (48:05)
- Real Estate Appraisal & Assessment overview (1:43)
- 20th annual Chamber Connect in 2019 (1:03)
- Lakeland wins Business Case Competition in 2014 (2:00)
Energy
Energy
Schedule
March 11, 2021
Links below to Microsoft Teams meeting sessions.
A Day in the Life of a Power Engineering Student
10-11 am
Learn about heavy oil operations technician (HOOT), heavy oil power engineering (HOPE), 4th Class online and 2nd Class power engineering. Meet current first- and second-year students. Learn what a day in the life of a power engineering student is like at Lakeland. Q&A with Current Students
2-3 pm
First, you’ll learn be given an overview of HOOT, HOPE, 4th Class online and 2nd Class power engineering. Then, you’ll be able to get your questions answered by current first- and second-year HOPE students.Chat with an Academic Advisor
11 am-2 pm
This is a pop-in session. If you have any questions about Lakeland’s energy programs, drop into this session to connect with the academic advisor.
Recommended viewing on YouTube:
- Progress from 4th to 2nd class without leaving Lakeland (0:15)
- Energy Centre feature (1:43)
- Energy Centre - Canada's only educational OTSG (0:15)
- Power Engineering (0:29)
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Environmental Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Schedule
March 12, 2021
Links below to Microsoft Teams meeting sessions.
All times are Mountain Standard.
Drop-in Session
9 am-3 pm
Discover hands-on learning like you’ve never seen in our environmental sciences programs. Have your questions answered at any time during this drop-in session.
Program presentations
12:30-2 pm
Learn about each of our environmental sciences programs and meet our instructors. This session features 15-minute presentations about our four environmental sciences diploma majors as well as our applied degree:
9 am-3 pm
Discover hands-on learning like you’ve never seen in our environmental sciences programs. Have your questions answered at any time during this drop-in session.
Program presentations
12:30-2 pm
Learn about each of our environmental sciences programs and meet our instructors. This session features 15-minute presentations about our four environmental sciences diploma majors as well as our applied degree:
- Environmental conservation and reclamation major
- Conservation and restoration ecology major
- Wildlife and fisheries conservation major
- Applied environmental sciences major
- Bachelor of applied science: environmental management
- Renewable energy and conservation
Recommended viewing on YouTube:
- Enviro program information playlist- 6 videos with detailed overviews of programs, as well as taking you inside the outdoor classrooms of field labs
- Bat Habitat Restoration Project (2:42)
- Renewable Energy & Conservation online (2:00)
- Conference on Environmental Management 2:13
- Wetland Classification (1:11)
- Field Week 2018 (1:38)
- Wetland Ecology (1:27)
- Ornithology Project aka the Bird Posters (0:30)
Fire & Emergency Services
Fire & Emergency Services
Interested in our emergency services technology and firefighter training programs? Contact our enrolment specialist!
Email: danielle.white@lakelandcollege.ca
Phone: 780 853 8789
Email: danielle.white@lakelandcollege.ca
Phone: 780 853 8789
Recommended viewing:
- ETC overview for Open House (14:05) - prerecorded overview covering programs, day in the life, facilities and professional development with Doug Pieper, Fire & Emergency Services chair
- ETC 360 virtual tour
- Training field & props 360 virtual tours
- EST program overview (2:06)
- EST night response exercise (1:27)
- Doll House fire exercise (2:39)
- EST from a student perspective (1:36)
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness
Schedule
March 11, 2021
Links below to Microsoft Teams meeting sessions.
All times are Mountain Standard.
Health and Wellness Programs
12:30 - 1:30 pm
Take an in-depth look at our health and wellness programs: esthetician, clinical esthetician, hairstyling and health care aide. Discover hands-on learning like you’ve never seen. Meet our instructors and have your questions answers by current students.
Take an in-depth look at our health and wellness programs: esthetician, clinical esthetician, hairstyling and health care aide. Discover hands-on learning like you’ve never seen. Meet our instructors and have your questions answers by current students.
Other recommended viewing on YouTube:
- Hairstylist program (1:20)
- Home Care Aide overview (1:50)
- Health & Wellness overview (0:59)
- Hairstyling & Esthetician overviews for Open House (5:22) From the start of the Esthetician portion (3:34 - 5:22)
- Make-up Artistry (3:28)
Human Services
Human Services
Schedule
March 12, 2021
Links below to Microsoft Teams meeting sessions.
All times are Mountain Standard.Webinar with Faculty & Students
10:30-11:30 am
Learn how you’ll put theory into practice beyond the classroom as a human services professional through work-integrated classroom and practicum experiences. Meet our faculty and have your questions answered by current students from all human services program areas:
- American Sign Language and Deaf culture studies
- Animal assisted wellness
- Child and youth care
- Community mental health
- Early learning and child care
- Educational assistant
Other recommended viewing on YouTube:
- American Sign Language(2:39 overview)
- Educational Assistant feature (1:31)
- Student-led Play Program feature [Early Learning and Child Care program] (2:36)
- Child & Youth Care overview (0:28)
- Humans Services excerpt from the enrolment's Vermilion campus walking tour (5:05) - Join Danielle on her Vermilion campus. Excerpt includes student services
- Human Services playlist - Human Services videos on Lakeland's YouTube channel
Interior Design
Interior Design
Schedule
March 12, 2021
Link below to Microsoft Teams meeting sessions.
All times are Mountain Standard.
Interior Design Live
1 -2 pm
Take our interior design technology program for a test drive. Meet our instructors and learn more about the program. Take a virtual tour of our design studios. Have your questions answered by current interior design technology students.
Take our interior design technology program for a test drive. Meet our instructors and learn more about the program. Take a virtual tour of our design studios. Have your questions answered by current interior design technology students.
Trades
Trades
Schedule
March 12, 2021
Link below to Microsoft Teams meeting sessions.
All times are Mountain Standard.
Drop In Q&A Session
10-11 am
Stop by for a Q&A session with Trades Program Chair Chris Thompson to talk details around Lakeland pre-employment and apprenticeship training programs.
If you miss this session, feel free to email him at chris.thompson@lakelandcollege.ca for trades information.
Recommended Viewing on YouTube
- Engine rebuild (1:38 )
- Electrical Apprentice RLC Circuits (1:12)
- Pre-employment programs (2:22)
University Transfer
University Transfer
Schedule
In the evening on March 11, 2021
Links below to Microsoft Teams meeting sessions.
All times are Mountain Standard.Panel Session with Current UT Students
6:30–7:15 pm
Who better to learn about our university transfer (UT) program than from current UT students. Get your questions answered about courses, campus life and more.
Academic Advisor Session
7:30–9 pm
Learn about the university transfer program, course options, popular transfer routes, transfer credit, services and more. Have questions? Our academic advisor will be available after the session for some one-on-one questions if needed
6:30–7:15 pm
Who better to learn about our university transfer (UT) program than from current UT students. Get your questions answered about courses, campus life and more.
Academic Advisor Session
7:30–9 pm
Learn about the university transfer program, course options, popular transfer routes, transfer credit, services and more. Have questions? Our academic advisor will be available after the session for some one-on-one questions if needed
Need to upgrade first?
Lakeland College offers Adult 12. These evening courses give you the chance to complete high school. Watch our Open House Adult 12 promo video.
Recommended Viewing
- 360 tour of Lloydminster campus
- Walking tour of Lloydminster campus with Shania (7:52 )
- The importance of University Transfer - student story (1:58). The first of a 4-part series
- Beyond the classroom news feature(1:59)
2020 Open
House Videos
Watch recordings from the Open House sessions.
2020 Open
House Videos
This video is the first in a YouTube playlist of 17 from our 2020 virtual Open House.
Financial Aid & Awards
Need help with funding? Check out these financial aid options.
Financial Aid & Awards
If you want to know more about financial aid options as well as our awards, bursaries and scholarships, head over to our Financial Aid & Awards section.
Virtual Tours
You can take a virtual tour of our facilities any time.
Virtual Tours
Usually we're about inviting you to tour campus for yourself and be a student for the day. In pandemic times, we can't.
But you do have options to explore our campus: virtual and video tours.
360 degree virtual tours.
This main page provides links to a number of different tours:You'll also find instructions about how to scroll through the 360 degree tours.- Lloydminster campus
- Lloyd residence
- Lloydminster's Alumni House
- the Energy Centre
- the gym and recreation facilities
- Vermilion campus
- Agricultural sciences
- Vermilion Alumni House
- Emergency Training Centre (ETC)
- Recreation facilities
- Research centre
- Vermilion Residence
- Trades Centre
Walking tour videos
Recruiter Shania and enrolment advisor Danielle are your guides for walking tours around our Lloydminster and Vermilion campuses.- Join Shania on a tour through the Lloydminster campus (7:51)
- Join Danielle on the Vermilion campus tour including the Student-Managed Farm powered by New Holland (9:42)
- Danielle adds the Emergency Training Centre (ETC) to the Vermilion campus (11:26 )