Shad Valley is designed for senior high school students currently completing Grade 10, 11 or 12 (Quebec secondaire IV, V or CEGEP I, or the international equivalent). The selection process is competitive. A typical Shad applicant has these qualities:

• high academic achievement
• exceptional drive, initiative, creativity, and an entrepreneurial mind
• excellence and leadership in diverse pursuits, including athletics, the arts and work
• strong volunteer impact and outstanding interpersonal skills

All students are welcome to apply, and there is no limit to the number of students admitted to the program from any school, school board, or region.

There are two application intake dates (December 7, 2011 and January 18, 2012). Early applications are encouraged, as more placements are awarded to qualified applicants who submit their materials by the December date. We advise you to apply early. We will notify you of the status of your application in February 2012 to allow ample time to plan your summer.

The application is designed to highlight your involvement in:

• Community and/or school 
• Volunteer work 
• Sports and the arts (e.g. music, drama, creative writing, visual arts, dance)

Complete our intent to apply form and you'll have access to some tips on completing your application.  We're looking forward to hearing from you! 

Shad Valley 2012 Application Form

Shad Valley 2012 Student Brochure

Shad Valley 2012 Poster

If you are unable to download the PDF files listed above, please complete our on-line request form so that we may mail a hard-copy to you, or check with your guidance counsellor.

Click here to review our application FAQs.