Hey there, SFC! 
You may have heard Students For Canada is formally changing its name to Young Canadians For Resources. Well… the rumors are true! We will be changing our name on all social media platforms, our website, and everywhere else we have a current presence. So if you see that you’re following YCR/Young Canadians For Resources…Don’t unfollow us!
We’re staying the same in our vision for a prosperous future of Canada and our environment, but our name “Students For Canada” no longer reflects our membership base. Plenty of students have moved on to become young professionals in their fields, and we want our name to show that we are also constantly evolving along with our members.
That is not to say that students are no longer welcome! Our student members are valuable to Young Canadians For Resources just as much as the young professional base. We will still continue to have a presence at colleges and universities, career fairs, conferences and events! We still reflect our values of youth supporting ALL Canadian resources in our name change. We still have plenty of opportunities available to new and existing members, so send us an email today at [email protected] and we can tell you all about them!
Become SFC’s new Sustainability Communications Coordinator!
EMAIL APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN UNTIL OCT 28
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
ONLY APPLICATIONS BY EMAIL WILL BE CONSIDERED
For more details on the description of this job, click here!
On Tuesday, November 8th from 4:30-6:30 pm at the Calgary Petroleum Club, SFC will be hosting a mid-semester social to give you a break from your studying and an opportunity to interact with fellow SFC members and energy executives. This is a speed networking event, meaning that you will have the opportunity to make a strong impression on a range of executives who could be your future employers!
If you are interested in attending, be sure to register in advance here!
In our new blog post this week, Braden Istace discusses “Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage: The Future of Canadian Energy?” Here’s a short preview of what Braden had to say:
“Fossil fuels make up 85% of global energy demand and a similar percentage for global electricity generation. The general focus of public discourse has shifted away from how to get rid of oil and gas but rather on how to produce these fuels in a cleaner fashion. With the aim being the reduction of the harm to Canadian and global environments. What has become clear in this conversation is there is no miracle solution for reducing emissions from fossil fuel production. It will require a portfolio of solutions to slowly reduce our emissions over time to reach net zero.”
To check out Braden’s full blog post click here!
This Thursday, October 20th from 10-10:45 am MST, we will be joined by Michael Matthews for a Food For Thought session. Michael is a Professional Mechanical Engineer with 9 years of experience in manufacturing, mining, natural gas/liquids, water treatment, communications, and clean energy projects. While working in roles at the project and design level, Michael has completed numerous technology evaluations, starting from idea and concept through to commercial implementation, as well as several end-to-end multi-million-dollar capital projects. He is a motivated Project Manager with a collaborative, flexible approach. His interpersonal skills, coupled with his technical / engineering experience are supplemental to his fit-for-purpose and value-add leadership style. Michael’s passionate pursuit of a cleaner industrial energy mix and his belief that hydrogen will unlock incredible decarbonization potential enable him to speak intelligently on the challenges of today and how Canada can transition to lower carbon solutions.
On Thursday, October 27th from 10-10:45 am MST, we will be joined by Jonathan Paquette from Waterotor Energy Technologies Inc., whose products turn slow-moving water into low-cost power. Jonathan has over ten years of direct management experience in the retail industry. He has a proven track record of success in leading multiple sales teams to exceed goals in all aspects of the business. He is presently coordinating all business, program, and personnel aspects for Waterotor Energy Technologies Inc. and is instrumental in leading the company to commercialization. He is passionate about protecting nature and the environment and is now working directly with Waterotor’s executive team to execute the corporate plan and bring this technology to the world.
Do either of these guest speakers interest you? Attend these presentations live by registering by clicking here!
Cole Narfason recently joined us to give an introduction to geothermal energy and recent innovations in the industry. Cole has an extensive background working in the energy industry which has led him to his current position at Eavor, where he now supports global geothermal prospecting/feasibility efforts with a focus on Europe and the Americas. Coles’s presentation provides an excellent crash course on geothermal energy for anyone who is curious to learn more. He discusses topics including geothermal energy’s uses, history, key benefits, challenges, and more.
Last week, Milton Tootoosis sat down with us for a discussion on advancing strategies in response to truth and reconciliation. Milton has a long career working as a sports director, HRM practitioner, a community economic developer, including serving as a Trustee for his Nation and as an elected Headman from 2016 to 2021. He also serves as Co-founder and Chair of the Saskatchewan Indigenous Economic Development Network and is a Director for the Indigenous Leadership Development Institute Inc. Watching Milton’s presentation is a great way to learn more about the intersection of natural resource development and reconciliation.
Check out our Youtube channel to watch these presentations and more!
Do you have an opinion on any of this week’s stories? We are always looking for fresh perspectives from young Canadians and are willing to pay for them. Click here if you are interested in writing an SFC op-ed piece on any of these stories to earn $100.
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