Water Training Program for Indigenous Persons
The kanātan nipīy (kaa-NAH-tan / nii-PEA) program is an opportunity for Indigenous people to gain essential skills and access employment opportunities in water treatment and distribution facilities—such as with the City of Saskatoon’s Water and Waste Operations. This 10-week program is a collaborative effort between the City of Saskatoon, Gabriel Dumont Institute, Radius Community Centre, Saskatchewan Polytechnic and Saskatoon Tribal Council.
Program Outline
- Essential skills (one week)
- Math, biology, chemistry preparation (two weeks)
- Water Treatment and Distribution Training Level One (two weeks)
- Wastewater Treatment and Collection Training Level One (two weeks)
- Customized training options (one week)
- Work experience (two weeks)
Admission requirements
• Grade 12 or GED/CAEC transcript
• Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s License
• Driver Abstract (within the last 3 months)
• Resumé (includes 3 references)
• Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants
Apply by emailing admission requirements to kanatannipiy.project@gmail.com before October 9, 2025.
Information Regarding Upcoming Intake
We are now accepting applications for the January 2026 intake.
Details:
- Tuition: $5,350
- Start date: January 19, 2026
- End date: March 27, 2026
- Application Deadline: October 9, 2025. First Qualified First Admitted
Funding may be available for persons qualifying through referral from Saskatoon Tribal Council and Gabriel Dumont Institute Training & Development.
Apply by emailing admission requirements to kanatannipiy.project@gmail.com before October 9, 2025.
Have questions?
Attend a virtual information session to learn more about the program and ask questions. No registration needed!
- When: Thursday, September 18, 2025
- Time: 12-1 p.m.
- Where: Online over Zoom