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2004 Provincial Skills Competition

Prince Albert, SK

Souvenir Book

Skills Work! Saskatchewan

Learning
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Thank
You!
WE WISH TO EXTEND OUR THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING
PARTNERS, SPONSORS AND SUPPLIERS FOR YOUR SUPPORT
OF THE 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION...

2004 Provincial Skills Competition

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Labour

Saskatchewan Labour Force Development Board

Saskatchewan
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Table of Contents
Letters of Greeting............................................................................... 2-4
Architectural CAD .................................................................................... 5
Autobody Repair ...................................................................................... 5
Automotive Service ................................................................................. 6
Baking ......................................................................................................... 6
Cabinetmaking ......................................................................................... 7
Carpentry.................................................................................................... 7
Cooking....................................................................................................... 8
Electrical Wiring........................................................................................ 8
Electronics.................................................................................................. 9
Estethics...................................................................................................... 9
Floristry........................................................................................................10
Hairstyling...................................................................................................10
Heavy Equipment Mechanics ..............................................................11
IT PC Network Support..........................................................................11
IT Software Applications........................................................................11
Job Interview.............................................................................................12
Our Mission:
To promote skilled trades and technologies as a first choice career option for youth in Saskatchewan. To
accomplish this requires partnership with the world of work, education and the community as a whole.
Skills Canada Saskatchewan is supported by business, labour, education and government through the
Saskatchewan Labour Force Development Board.
Job Skill Demonstration ........................................................................12
Mechanical CAD.......................................................................................13
Precision Machining................................................................................13
Prepared Speech......................................................................................14
Restaurant Service...................................................................................14
Robotics ......................................................................................................14
Small Powered Equipment...................................................................15
Spectrum Challenge ...............................................................................15
TV & Video Production...........................................................................16
Web Page Development........................................................................16
Welding .......................................................................................................17
Workplace Health and Safety...............................................................17
Competition Suppliers ...........................................................................18
Provincial Winners.............................................................................19-21
National Participants ........................................................................22-23
Pictures .......................................................................................................24
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P R E M I E R O F S A S K ATC H E WA N
LEGISLATIVE BUILDING
REGINA, CANADA S4S 0B3

A Message from the Premier of Saskatchewan

On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, I am pleased offer a warm

welcome to all those attending the 2004 Skills Canada Saskatchewan
Competition.

This event highlights the outstanding trades-related skills and knowledge

of Saskatchewan’s youth, and gives students an opportunity to showcase
their abilities to our province’s employers. I know that every student has
worked hard to prepare for this competition, and I am truly pleased to
wish everyone the very best of luck.

I offer a special thank you to the event’s organizers and volunteers. Your
hard work will ensure that Skills Canada Saskatchewan achieves its goals
and provides our province’s youth with a wonderful and rewarding
experience.

Again, welcome, and best wishes for a successful and enjoyable

Saskatchewan Provincial Skills Competition!

Lorne Calvert
Premier

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Weyerhaeuser Saskatchewan
Prince Albert Pulp & Paper
Box 3001, Highway #55 East
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
Canada S6V 5T5

March 9, 2004

Dear Participants of Skills Canada;

On behalf of Saskatchewan Labor Force Development Board, Business Co-Chair, I would like to welcome you to the
Skills Canada provincial competition. My welcome is also focused from a community base. You are visiting my
home community of Prince Albert and there will be fellow employees and friends who will be supporting you or
helping you within the Skills Canada events.

I want to recognize each of you as participants within the Skills Canada events and recognize you for your dedication
and commitment to your career interest. As you actively work to achieve your objective during the competition, you
are building your own capacity for the future. You are taking a challenge and using your critical thinking skills, your
mechanical or artistic aptitude to achieve success. As the Business Co-chair, I applaud your tenacity and your focus
towards building skills and competencies. Learning and experiencing is a continuous process.

I would like to welcome your parents, teachers, and friends who may be here supporting your participation. Today
and tomorrow you are building skills, competencies, and the most important attributes of empathy and leadership.

Give it all you can!

Hank Goldberg
Human Resources Regional Manager
Weyerhaeuser Saskatchewan Limited
Business Co-Chair
Saskatchewan Labour Force Development Board

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ARCHITECTURAL CAD AUTOBODY REPAIR

The modern, computer-age version of traditional drafting makes use of Autobody technicians make body repairs to cars, trucks and other
architectural CAD. The term CAD stands for Computer Aided Design, a motor vehicles using traditional hand tools and a range of specialty
tool which can be used in many adaptations of architectural design. A body repair tools such as cutting torches, soldering equipment, blocks,
CAD draftsperson is responsible for developing working drawings, hammers and spray guns. These repairs are accomplished by
plans, calculations, specification sheets and other data supplied by inspecting and determining the repair work needed, developing
architects and engineers. appropriate methods for each job and applying a broad knowledge of
automotive construction and repair techniques.
To work as an architectural CAD draftperson you should be interested
in computers, building materials and architecture and possess strong If you are interested in cars and good with your hands you might
math and science skills. You need to be able to visualize the size, enjoy a career in autobody repair. Physical fitness and strength,
shape and proportions of two-dimensional drawings in three manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude are obvious traits of an
dimensions. autobody technician. Less evident characteristics which are also
required include good analytical and problem-solving skills, good
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION eyesight and colour vision, and an interest in computer and electrical
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY work.
NAME SCHOOL 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
Aaron Almassy Winston Knoll Collegiate PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
Scott Dean - S Winston Knoll Collegiate The Autobody Repair competition was held on Friday, April 2, 2004 at
Kali Hofmeister Winston Knoll Collegiate Cochrane High School, Regina.
Nathan Windrum A.E. Peacock Collegiate NAME SCHOOL
Alan Nixon Estevan Comprehensive High School Lary Kadler Rosetown Central High School
Krista Euteneir - G Balfour Collegiate Andrew Heisler A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Amanda Carr Mount Royal Collegiate Damon Cross A. E. Peacock Collegiate
Kaylee Rich - B Winston Knoll Collegiate Nolan Smith - S A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Dustin Schmidt Winston Knoll Collegiate Brandon Mauch - G A. E. Peacock Collegiate
POST SECONDARY Cameron Krakowka Mount Royal Collegiate
Christopher Schweitzer SIAST Palliser Campus Justin Heroux Mount Royal Collegiate
Michelle Stephenson SIAST Palliser Campus Mathew Beckman - B Cochrane High School
Sarah Robertson SIAST Palliser Campus Nathan Joyea Cochrane High School
Kristine Evoy - B SIAST Palliser Campus
Devin Richards SIAST Palliser Campus
Amanda Hagerty - S SIAST Palliser Campus
Danielle Seis - G SIAST Palliser Campus

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE BAKING

Automotive mechanics make mechanical repairs ad carry out A career in baking offers a variety of areas in which to specialize.
scheduled maintenance on cars, trucks and other motor vehicles using Bakers are responsible for making breads, bagels, pretzels, cakes,
a variety of testing equipment and tools. This process involves the use muffins, cookies and pastries as well as chocolate and candy, sugar
of computerized diagnostic equipment, such as infrared engine sculptures and icing.
analyzers, spark plug testers and compression gauges.
Reliability, sensible time-management skills, and the ability to work
For a career in automotive service, you should have a genuine interest under pressure are all desirable traits in a baker. You also need basic
in cars and mechanics, mechanical aptitude and a knowledge of how analytical and organizational capabilities, and to be able to read
automobiles work. You must be able to communicate effectively and recipes, follow directions and schedule production. This is an ideal
politely with customers to advise them on their vehicle's condition and profession if you want to work with your hands and express your
repair requirements. inventiveness and creativity through your work.
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
NAME SCHOOL NAME SCHOOL
Justin Mohr - B Estevan Comprehensive High School Chris Torjusen - S Winston Knoll Collegiate
Kevin Wock - G Estevan Comprehensive High School Devin Konecsni Miller Comprehensive High School
Daryn Bikey L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School Sheena Inkster F.W. Johnson Collegiate
Scott Young L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School Krystal Allman - G Carlton Comprehensive High School
Austin Palibrodal Carlton Comprehensive High School Karen Broda - B Robert Usher Collegiate
Peter Sippola Carlton Comprehensive High School Jessica Redhead Carlton Comprehensive High School
Kyle Anderson Carlton Comprehensive High School Justin Heroux Mount Royal Collegiate
Sean Hildebrandt Mount Royal Collegiate
James Chambers Mount Royal Collegiate
Todd Panchyson - S L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School

POST SECONDARY
Ian Braaten - G Riverside Dodge

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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CABINETMAKING CARPENTRY
Cabinetmaking involves more than simply designing, building, and Carpentry is a diverse and multi-dimensional trade that demands skill
repairing cabinets. It encompasses working with a variety of structures and knowledge in all areas of woodworking. There are two main
such as doors, windows, window frames, and all types of furniture. categories: structural carpenters who build and maintain structures,
Cabinetmakers use many types of materials in this work, including and detail carpenters who concentrate on interior cosmetic
veneer, fiberboard, particle board, hardboard, plywood, adhesives, applications. All carpenters perform numerous tasks.
abrasives, hardware and metal fastening.
Carpentry is both physically and intellectually demanding. Much of the
Cabinetmakers should be physically fit and have strong math skills, work requires physical effort and working with your hands to lift, saw
manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination. You must be able hammer and carry materials. It also calls for foresight, concentration,
to read, interpret and accurately follow blueprints, drawings, and other mathematical skill and an ability to read interpret plans, blueprints,
design specifications. drawings and sketches.
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
NAME SCHOOL NAME SCHOOL
Brennen McMurtry Swift Current High School Christian Seidler - B Swift Current Comp. High School
Will Crossman - G Rosetown Central High School Bruce Keeler Whitewood High School
Brett Gray Rosetown Central High School Taso Gliatis L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Michael Cassagnette - B Swift Current High School John Donnawell - G Balfour Collegiate
Geoff McBain L.P. Miller Comp. High School Shelby Shaya - S Mount Royal Collegiate
Robin LeComte L.P. Miller Comp. High School
POST SECONDARY
Danny Bruce Cochrane High School
Marques Gettle - B Construction Careers
Kyle Mason Balfour Collegiate
Justin Kleckner F.W. Johnson Collegiate
Tyler Anderson Carlton Comp. High School
Brennen Town Carlton Comp. High School
Paul Sywanyk Mount Royal Collegiate
Yale Carlson - S Robert Usher Collegiate
Darren Kraushaar Robert Usher Collegiate
Dustin Gutwin Thom Collegiate School
Mike Marwick Thom Collegiate School
Adam Gilewicz Cochrane High School
Knevin Koshman F.W. Johnson Collegiate

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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COOKING ELECTRICAL WIRING

There are two main types of chefs: institutional chefs who prepare a Electricians are capable of making electrical installations and
small selection of entrees, vegetables and desserts in large quantities, performing maintenance duties according to industry standards. The
and restaurant chefs who prepare a wider selection of dishes in competition aims to evaluate the competitor's abilities to perform
individual servings. specific tasks related to electrical wiring in the residential and
commercial sectors.
You must be highly organized in order to schedule food preparations,
coordinate the work of the kitchen staff, and ensure that quality food The assigned tasks will require a thorough working knowledge in any
supplies are available in the right quantities. Good interpersonal skills or all of the following aspects relating to residential electrical wiring.
are essential for communicating effectively with customers and other Safety rules and practices in the electrical construction field, proper
employees. use of tools, materials and equipment that are used in the installation
of this project.
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
NAME SCHOOL
Josh LeBlanc - G Estevan Comprehensive High School NAME SCHOOL
Cody Mills - B Miller Comprehensive High School Dyar Bikey L.P. Miller Comp. High School
Robyn Holfield F.W. Johnson Collegiate Jeff Dupuis - S Estevan Comprehensive High School
Josh McGhee Carlton Comprehensive High School Jun Fan - B Carlton Comprehensive High School
Marc Manroe Mount Royal Collegiate Bill Gray Carlton Comprehensive High School
Larry Pratt Robert Usher Collegiate Janine Lett Carlton Comprehensive High School
Theo Bryson - S Estevan Comprehensive High School Farah Fox - G Carlton Comprehensive High School
Dana Strand Carlton Comprehensive High School Joel Klarenbach Carlton Comprehensive High School
Tyson Lowe Thom Collegiate
Jamie Wolf Thom Collegiate
POST SECONDARY
Patrick Ackerman - S Carlton Comprehensive High School
Nick Burtney - G Alliance Energy

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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ELECTRONICS
As electronics is now incorporated into virtually every sector of the
economy, it offers a wide range of job possibilities. Some of these
occupations are focused on assembling, testing, repairing and
inspecting consumer, commercial and industry, developing and testing
the production and operation of electrical and electronic equipment
and systems. Everything from satellite systems to ski lift controls
requires workers with training in electronics.
To work in this field, you need strong analytical skills and should be
persistent, adaptable and flexible for finding solutions to a wide variety
of problems.
ESTHETICS
Estheticians administer facial and other skin treatments, designed to
enhance an individual's physical appearance. They employ specialized
products and techniques to clear and moisturize the skin, among other
things.
Stamina and manual dexterity are required, as is a willingness to work
irregular hours when necessary. You must have normal colour vision
and good depth perceptions, and communicate well with people.
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY

2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION NAME SCHOOL

PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY Ali Holmes Swift Current Comp. High School
Laurin Penner - B Swift Current Comp. High School
NAME SCHOOL
Quinn Martens - Model Swift Current Comp. High School
Preston Collins - G L.P. Miller Comp. High School
Ashley Gordon - Model Swift Current Comp. High School
Serge Rushmer - S L.P. Miller Comp. High School
Danielle Vandenhurk - G Estevan Comprehensive High School
Devon Ellis A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Kendra Lainton - S Estevan Comprehensive High School
Adam Denkey - B A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Kerri Abraham - Model Estevan Comprehensive High School
Daemon Long L.P. Miller Comp. High School
April Penley - Model Estevan Comprehensive High School
POST SECONDARY
Candice Weise - S T & H Academics
Marlo Forsberg - G Richards Beauty College

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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FLORISTRY HAIRSTYLING
Working in floristry means working with people. Florists sell plants and Hairstylists help people to look and feel their best. They may be asked
flowers, and create floral arrangements for special occasions such as to curl, wave, perm, bleach, tint or dye a customer's hair, or merely to
birthdays, anniversaries and weddings. Using their knowledge of basic cut and style it.
botany and horticulture, they prepare plants and flowers for the retail
market by selecting, preparing and packaging them in a pleasing Finger dexterity, hand-eye coordination and depth perception are all
manner to attract customers. invaluable qualities for a successful hairstylist. You need to develop the
ability to visualize or conceptualize in order to accurately interpret your
You need to be creative and artistic, with a good eye for design to client's requests.
create pleasing flower arrangements. Good interpersonal
communications and people skills are essential and a solid knowledge 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
of marketing is important if you want to have your own shop, along PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
with organizational capabilities and a good business sense. NAME SCHOOL
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION Lesley Unger Swift Current Comp. High School
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY Ray Anne Lyste Swift Current Comp. High School
NAME SCHOOL Marissa Zanidean Swift Current Comp. High School
Braydon Sauve - B Carlton Comprehensive High School Tara Keating - S Estevan Comprehensive High School
Chelsi Seeman - B Estevan Comprehensive High School
POST SECONDARY Melissa Burant Estevan Comprehensive High School
Sierra Banworth - S Flowers Canada Alicia Austin Carlton Comprehensive High School
Amy Lamb Carlton Comprehensive High School
Colin Bear - G Miller Comprehensive High School
POST SECONDARY
Megan Patzer Marca College
Louise Patrick Marca College
Christa Petit SIAST Woodland Campus
Kassie Block - S Richards Beauty College
Jannel Johnstone - B Richards Beauty College
Jackie Fleck Richards Beauty College
Meghan Schiestel - G Richards Beauty College
Jodi Tracey Richards Beauty College

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS IT SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS

Troubleshoot and correct a problem planted into a diesel engine All students should have a basic knowledge of proofreaders' marks as
utilizing an Electronic Fuel System. This problem may range from a no- detailed in the provincial information processing curriculum and have
start situation, engine miss fire or inoperative electronic features. the ability to read/follow specific directions.
Heavy equipment mechanic derived from a certificate program, 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
provides knowledge and skill development in testing, diagnosing, PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
servicing, machining, estimating, selling and managing heavy
NAME SCHOOL
equipment.
Nichelle Stever - G F. W. Johnson Collegiate
• Coming in 2005 Provincial Skills Competition. Chris Werchau - S F. W. Johnson Collegiate
Rachelle Zuk F. W. Johnson Collegiate
Raelyn Salminen Robert Usher Collegiate
IT PC NETWORK SUPPORT Nicole Matties Robert Usher Collegiate
Offers participants the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge Christa Belliveau - B Robert Usher Collegiate
and challenge their skills in PC maintenance and network support Al Mazhar F. W. Johnson Collegiate
functions. Knowledge to be tested:
• PC assembly
• Install and configure hardware components
• Install and configure software
• Network connectivity & administration (Windows client to a
Windows Server)
• Troubleshooting (problem indentification & resolution)
• Time management

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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JOB INTERVIEW JOB SKILL DEMONSTRATION

There are few skills more important for securing work than the ability The ability to perform effective technical demonstrations is an
to impress a prospective employer during a job interview. Before important skill for everyone to possess. Students are required to do
setting out to market yourself, you must have a good knowledge of this throughout their academic years, as special school projects often
the product you are trying to promote. have to be presented to classmates and teachers.
It is extremely important to make a positive first impression at a job To give good demonstrations you need to be confident and feel
interview. You should be polite and enthusiastic, and pronounce words comfortable speaking in front of a group. You should be creative and
in a clear and understandable manner. Listening skills are essential for able to think on your feet when answering unexpected questions
understanding and interpreting the questions being asked, and to about the skill you are demonstrating.
demonstrate your sincere interest in the position.
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
NAME SCHOOL
NAME SCHOOL
Keli Snider - G L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Roxanne Suchan - S L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Morgan Fall L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Farrah Dzik - B L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Colin Clarke L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Sara Prentice Robert Usher Collegiate
Jenna Bailey - G Robert Usher Collegiate
Janice Nelson Robert Usher Collegiate

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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MECHANICAL CAD PRECISION MACHINING

Computer aided design, or CAD as it is commonly known, is used by Each competitor is expected to demonstrate competency in lathe work
computer aged mechanical draftspersons to translate product design skills, including applying fundamental computation skills, interpreting
concepts into accurate and detailed technical drawings and blueprints, and technical data. Competency assessment involves
specifications for engineering, manufacturing or other purposes. demonstrating hands-on performance skills in setting up, operating
manual metal turning lathes and producing a part to specification.
To work as a mechanical CAD draftsperson you should enjoy
challenges, be interested in computers, buildings things and drawing, 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
and possess strong math and science skills. PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION NAME SCHOOL
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY Cordell Fiest - B Estevan Comprehensive High School
NAME SCHOOL Rory McInnes L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Richard Marquardt - G A. E. Peacock Collegiate Brad Volkenberg - G Carlton Comprehensive High School
Daryl Bunnell A. E. Peacock Collegiate Rick Aston Mount Royal Collegiate
Adam Currie Estevan Comprehensive High School Jayden Johnsgaard - S Swift Current Comp. High School
Rylan Barlow Estevan Comprehensive High School Cam Young Estevan Comprehensive High School
Brent Busse Central Collegiate
Marshall Carter Carlton Comprehensive High School
Jeremy Sadler Carlton Comprehensive High School
Trent Kulbida - B Mount Royal Collegiate
Lane Smith - S Mount Royal Collegiate
Jeff Stapleton Central Collegiate

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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PREPARED SPEECH RESTAURANT SERVICE

The purpose is to evaluate each competitor's ability to prepare and
present clearly and effectively their thoughts relating to the theme
established for the competition.
Competitors will demonstrate ability to, present thoughts in clear,
coherent and well-constructed format, deliver a memorable key
message (main idea, argument, opinion or position), make a
"connection" with the audience, demonstrate confidence and ease in
speaking to the audience, use non-verbal skills (body language) to
assist in expression, and speak in a clear and understandable manner
while varying voice pitch in tone, tempo and volume.
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
NAME SCHOOL
Dominique Huriet - S Estevan Comprehensive High School
Nikki Forsberg - G L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
“Eating wets the appetite!” In restaurant service, this saying is part of
every waiter's basic philosophy. Waiters are the vital link between the
dining room and the kitchen and ensure the perfect culinary
experience.
Social skills, patience and joviality are in indispensable trio in this
trade. The ideal waiter copes well with stress and does not have two
left feet! Their schedules depend on peak hours and they are often
asked to work at very short notice or to put in overtime.
ROBOTICS
Due to improvements in computers and the increasing use of robots,
companies must now be able to access and apply these emerging
technologies in the design and manufacture of products to remain
competitive.
To work with robots, it is essential that you are a team-player and have
strong interpersonal communication skills, because several employees
must co-ordinate their efforts to complete each project. You need
acute problem-solving and trouble-shooting abilities. To avoid errors,
you must be able to pay close attention to detail and follow
instructions precisely. Strength in math and physics, mechanical
aptitude, and satisfaction in working with your hands are also
important.
* Coming in 2005 Provincial Skills Competition

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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SMALL POWERED EQUIPMENT SPECTRUM CHALLENGE

The small power competition is open to anyone that does not have Students will have an opportunity to compete in a friendly
journeyman status, or hold a valid certificate from OPE/ESA or other environment to demonstrate their creative, collaborative and problem-
accredited organization. This will include certificates from small engine solving skills in solving an open-ended challenge.
manufactuers.
Teams will be assessed on their ability to neatly assemble a successful
Students will demonstrate skill in the use of hand and measuring tools solution to the challenge within the time constraints, demonstrate
pursuant to the repair small engines. mathematical, scientific and technological knowledge as appropriate to
the grade 7 and 8 curriculum expectations, exhibit sound design
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION principles, demonstrate an efficient use of materials, best practices in
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY using tools, model a collaborative distribution of tasks, follow safe
NAME SCHOOL working practices, and organize and present an informative solution to
Thomas Springer Swift Current Comp. High School the challenge.
Ivan Boyer Swift Current Comp. High School 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
Taylor Russill Swift Current Comp. High School PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
Josh Rempel Swift Current Comp. High School NAME SCHOOL
Jonathon Schmitt - S L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School Stevan Arcand - G St. John Community School
Hartley Simpkins - G L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School Adam Young - G St. John Community School
Travis Heinemann - B Cochrane High School Matthew Kozun - G St. John Community School
Donald Morrow Carlton Comprehensive High School Tyler Fiddler - G St. John Community School
Robert Morrow Carlton Comprehensive High School Eden Shirley - S L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Roger Hardman Carlton Comprehensive High School Janine Grassing - S L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Shane Nowosad Mount Royal Collegiate Patsy Gabriela - S L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Richard Pouge Mount Royal Collegiate Vanessa Warnock - S L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Jesse Remenda L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School Joshua Boisvert - B L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Trevor Salisbury - B L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Thomas Jackson - B L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Nathan Paradis - B L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Casey Shearer John Diefenbaker School
Matthew Remenda W. J. Berezowsky School
Riley Henderson Riverside School
Brian Grosskleg W. J. Berezowsky School

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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TV & VIDEO PRODUCTION WEB PAGE DEVELOPMENT

A career in television and video production offers ample opportunity to Website design is a relatively new occupation, involving the
move from entry-level positions to a variety of specialties. Newcomers construction and maintenance of an internet home page. Working on
to the business often start out performing duties such as lighting, computers with specialized software programs, designers are
staging and recording, or operating camera dollies and microphone responsible for the overall arrangement and creation of the internet
booms. presentation, which usually includes links to other web pages,
graphics, text, photographs and lettering placed according to
If you able to pay careful attention to detail and concentrate for long conceptual layout and technical specifications.
periods of time, and are organized and have the ability to juggle
numerous tasks under stressful circumstances you may be suited to As a website designer, you should have a artistic ability, creativity and
this kind of work. a working understanding of the internet are imperative. Good
interpersonal communication skills in order to listen, discuss and
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION understand the clients' description of what they want on their home
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY page.
NAME SCHOOL
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
Jared Mattinson L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
Aaron Grandguillot L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Kelly Jardine Estevan Comprehensive High School NAME SCHOOL
Meghan Boyle Estevan Comprehensive High School Cory Christison - G A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Samantha Spargud - B Estevan Comprehensive High School Matt Cook - B Central Collegiate
Channing Ross - B Estevan Comprehensive High School Elvedin Kendic - S Central Collegiate
Andrew Kitchen - G Estevan Comprehensive High School POST SECONDARY
Shea Pederson - G Estevan Comprehensive High School Andrew Quibell - B SIAST Woodland Campus
Kohl Tenold Estevan Comprehensive High School Tobiagz Osicki - S SIAST Woodland Campus
Brittney Andrist Estevan Comprehensive High School Cameron Roth - G Carlton Comprehensive High School
Chris Graham - S Mount Royal Collegiate
Evan Sikorsky - S Mount Royal Collegiate * This competition was held on Saturday, April 24, 2004 at
Linsdale School, Moose Jaw.
POST SECONDARY
Jeff Cheveldeoff - B SIAST Woodland Campus
Michael Paik - B SIAST Woodland Campus
Randy Shumay - G SIAST Woodland Campus
Kevin DeLaet - G SIAST Woodland Campus
Kelvin Paull - S SIAST Woodland Campus
Stephanie Klyne - S SIAST Woodland Campus

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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WELDING WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY

Welding involves the joining and cutting of metals using flame-cutting, Promoting safe and healthy work practices by increasing students'
soldering and brazing equipment. Welders may use manual or semi- awareness of and participation in health and safety activities.
manual hand tools and machines to fabricate, repair and bond metal Participants will be evaluated on their knowledge of health and safety
to make products. rights and responsibilities, ability to identify workplace hazards and
conduct risk assessment of those hazards, and ability to communicate
As a welder, you need good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity health and safety information to others.
and the ability to concentrate on detailed work for long periods of
time, often in awkward positions. 2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY
2004 PROVINCIAL SKILLS COMPETITION
PARTICIPANTS - SECONDARY NAME SCHOOL
NAME SCHOOL David Paetkau - G L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Wes Biech Estevan Comprehensive High School Anneke Donkers - B L. P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Kyle Fedyk - S Estevan Comprehensive High School Markus Wilson Carlton Comprehensive High School
Brian Barnett A.E. Peacock Collegiate Kyle Howard - S Carlton Comprehensive High School
Nick Ackerman A. E. Peacock Collegiate Evaw Boadreau Mount Royal Collegiate
Dave Cressman Rosetown Central High School
Trent Lovelace - B Melville Comprehensive High School
Jonathan Yanush - G Melville Comprehensive High School
Shawn Cranch L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Devon Sjorgren Carlton Comprehensive High School
Thomas Sherwood Carlton Comprehensive High School
Shandy Fehr Mount Royal Collegiate
Ryan Giesbrecht Mount Royal Collegiate
Jesse Erikson Estevan Comprehensive High School
Jordan Jones Carlton Comprehensive High School
POST SECONDARY
Cory Gareau - G SIAST Woodland Campus
Dawn Goldsworthy - S SIAST Woodland Campus

Gold – G Silver – S Bronze – B

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2004 Provincial Skills Competition

Suppliers
Acklands - Grainger MAC Tools

Anderson Chrysler Medallion Pipe Supply

Autodesk NAPA Auto Parts

Carlton Honda PCL Construction Management Inc.

Christopherson Industrial Praxair

Eecol Electric Ltd. Professional Salon Service

Flowers Canada Rally Motors Ltd.

Frank Dunn Toyota Salon Centre

Fluke Saskatchewan Business Teacher’s Association

Independent’s Choice Distribution Spectrum

La Parlor Thermadyne Canada Ltd.

MacDonald Metals Ltd. Westridge Construction Ltd.

Macromedia Zemco Door Products

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2004 Provincial Skills Competition

List of Provincial Winners

Competition Area Gold Silver Bronze
Aesthetics Danielle Vandenhurk Kendra Lainton Laurin Penner
- Secondary Estevan Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School Swift Current Comprehensive High School
Aesthetics Marlo Forsberg Candice Weise
- Post Secondary Richards Beauty College T & H Academics
Architectural CADD Krista Euteneir Scott Dean Kaylee Rich
- Secondary Balfour Collegiate Winston Knoll Collegiate Winston Knoll Collegiate
Architectural CADD Danielle Seis Amanda Hagerty Kris Evoy
- Post Secondary SIAST Palliser Campus SIAST Palliser Campus SIAST Palliser Campus
Auto Body Repair Brandon Mauch Nolan Smith Mathew Beckman
- Secondary A.E. Peacock Collegiate A.E. Peacock Collegiate Cochrane High School
Automotive Service Kevin Wock Todd Panchyson Justin Mohr
- Secondary Estevan Comprehensive High School L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School
Automotive Service Ian Braaten
- Post Secondary Riverside Dodge (PA)
Baking Krystal Allman Chris Torjusen Karen Broda
- Secondary Carlton Comprehensive High School Winston Knoll Collegiate Robert Usher Collegiate
Cabinet Making Will Crossman Yale Carlson Michael Cassagnette
- Secondary Rosetown Central High School Robert Usher Collegiate Swift Current Comprehensive High School
Carpentry John Donnawell Shelby Shaya Christian Seidler
- Secondary Balfour Collegiate Mount Royal Collegiate Swift Current Comprehensive High School
Carpentry Marques Gettle
- Post Secondary Construction Careers
Cooking Josh LeBlanc Theo Bryson Cody Mills
- Secondary Estevan Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School Miller Comprehensive High School
Electronics Serge Rushmir Preston Collins Adam Demkey
- Secondary LP Miller Comprehensive High School LP Miller Comprehensive High School A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Electrical Wiring Farah Fox Jeff Dupuis Jun Fan
-Secondary Carlton Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School Carlton Comprehensive High School

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Competition Area Gold Silver Bronze

Electrical Wiring Nick Burtney Patrick Ackerman
-Post Secondary Alliance Energy Carlton Comprehensive High School

Floristry Brayden Sauve

- Secondary Carlton Comprehensive High School
Floristry Sierra Banworth
- Post Secondary Flowers Canada
Hairstyling Colin Bear Tara Keating Chelsi Seeman
-Secondary Miller Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School
Hairstyling Meghan Schiestel Kassie Block Jannel Johnstone
- Post Secondary Richards Beauty College Richards Beauty College Richards Beauty College
IT PC Network Allan Stafford
Support - Secondary Gronlid School
IT Software Nichelle Stever Chris Werchau Christa Belliveau
Applications - F.W. Johnson Collegiate F.W. Johnson Collegiate Robert Usher Collegiate
Secondary
Job Interview Jenna Bailey Roxanne Suchan Farrah Dzik
- Secondary Robert Usher Collegiate L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Job Skill Kelli Snider
Demonstration L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
- Secondary
Mechanical CADD Richard Marquardt Lane Smith Trent Kulbida
- Secondary A.E. Peacock Collegiate Mount Royal Collegiate Mount Royal Collegiate
Precision Machining Brad Valkenberg Jayden Johnsgaard Cordell Fiest
- Secondary Carlton Comprehensive High School Swift Current Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School
Prepared Speech Nikki Forsberg Dominique Huriet Ocean Teale
- Secondary L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
Restaurant Service Katherine Pelletier
- Post Secondary Casino Regina
Small Powered Hartley Simpkins Jonathon Schmitt Travis Heinemann
Equipment - Secondary L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School Cochrane High School

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Competition Area Gold Silver Bronze

Spectrum Challenge Steven Arcand Joshua Boisvert Eden Shirley
Grades 7-8 Adam Young Trevor Salisbury Janine Grassing
Mathew Kozun Thomas Jackson Patsy Gabriela
Tyler Fiddler Nathan Paradis Vanessa Warnock
St. John Community School (PA) L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School
TV Video Production Andrew Kitchen Chris Graham Samantha Spargud
- Secondary Shea Pederson Evan Sikorsky Channing Ross
Estevan Comprehensive High School Mount Royal Collegiate Estevan Comprehensive High School
TV Video Production Kevin DeLaet Kelvin Paull Jeff Cheveldeoff
- Post Secondary Randy Shumay Stephanie Klyne Michael Paik
SIAST Woodland Campus SIAST Woodland Campus SIAST Woodland Campus
Internet Web Page Cory Christison Elredin Kendic Matt Cook
Design - Secondary A.E. Peacock Collegiate Central Collegiate Central Collegiate
Internet Web Page Cameron Roth Tobiagz Osicki Tobiagz Osicki
Design - Post Secondary Carlton Comprehensive High School SIAST Woodland Campus SIAST Woodland Campus
Welding Jonathan Yanush Kyle Fedyk Trent Lovelace
- Secondary Melville Comprehensive High School Estevan Comprehensive High School Melville Comprehensive High School
Welding Cory Gareau Dawn Goldsworthy
- Post Secondary SIAST Woodland Campus SIAST Woodland Campus
Worksite Safety David Paetkau Kyle Howard Anneke Donkers
- Secondary L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School Carlton Comprehensive High School L.P. Miller Comprehensive High School

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2004 Provincial Skills Competition

National Participants
Name Last Name Competition Area Level School/Employer
Marlo Forsberg Aesthetics PS Richards Beauty College
Daneille Seis Architectural CADD PS SIAST Palliser Campus
Krista Euteneier Architectural CADD S Balfour Collegiate
Brandon Mauch Autobody Repair S A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Kevin Wock Automotive Service S Estevan Comprehensive High School
Krystal Allman Baking S Carlton Comprehensive High School
Will Crossman Cabinetmaking S Rosetown High School
John Donnawell Carpentry S Balfour Collegiate
Josh LeBlanc Cooking S Estevan Comprehensive High
Nick Burtney Electrical Wiring PS Alliance Energy
Serge Rushmer Electronics PS LP Miller Comprehensive High School
Preston Collins Electronics S LP Miller Comprehensive High School
Meghan Schiestel Hairstyling PS Richards Beauty College
Collin Bear Hairstyling S Miller Comprehensive High School
Allen Stafford IT PC Network Support S Gronlid School
Nichelle Stever IT Software Applications S F.W. Johnson Collegiate
Jenna Bailey Job Interview S Robert Usher Collegiate
Kelli Snider Job Skills Demonstration S LP Miller Comprehensive High School
Richard Marquardt Mechancial CADD S A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Brad Valkenburg Precision Machining S Carlton Comprehensive High School
Nikki Forsberg Prepared Speech S LP Miller Comprehensive High School

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Name Last Name Competition Area Level School/Employer

Kathy Pelletier Restaurant Service PS Casino Regina
John Jesse Robotics S Balfour Collegiate
Robert Currie Robotics S Balfour Collegiate
Kyle James Colibaba Robotics S Balfour Collegiate
Rick Yee Robotics S Balfour Collegiate
Hartley Simpkins Small Powered Equipment S LP Miller Comprehensive High School
Shea Pederson TV/Video Production S Estevan Comprehensive High School
Andrew Kitchen TV/Video Production S Estevan Comprehensive High School
Cameron Roth Web Site Development PS Carlton Comprehensive High School
Cory Christison Web Site Development S A.E. Peacock Collegiate
Cory Gareau Welding PS SIAST Woodland Campus
Jonathan Yanush Welding S Melville Comprehensive High School
David Paetkau Work Place Safety S LP Miller Comprehensive High School

Secondary – S Post Secondary – PS

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The power of
education.
Education is a lifelong process that requires
profound and unwavering attention.

To support every individual’s pursuit of

knowledge, SaskPower sponsors many
programs and initiatives designed to create
educational opportunities for everyone.

SaskPower is proud to partner with

SKILLS Canada and extends best wishes to
all competitors.
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Resource List
• Skills Canada National Competition: May 27- 30, 2004, Winnipeg, MB
• World Skills Competition: May 2005, Helsinki, Finland
• Skills Canada Saskatchewan website: www.skillscanadasask.com
• Skills Canada website: www.skillscanada.com
• For information on Skills Canada Saskatchewan contact:

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