Opportunities Fair 2026
The Co-op Education and Student Career Services will be hosting our Opportunities Fair on September 16, 2026. This is an opportunity for students to meet with employers and post-secondary institutions. Employers are recruiting from many disciplines. Students are encouraged to drop in between 9:30 am to 2:30 pm to meet our exhibitors.
Event Details
| Event | StFX Opportunities Fair 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, September 16, 2026 |
| Time | 9:30 am to 2:30 pm |
| Location | MacKay Room, Bloomfield Centre, accessible building |
Student Information
Why should you attend?
- Practice your networking skills by connecting with employers and post-secondary institutions. A confirmed list of exhibitors is included below.
- Get your questions answered! Have meaningful and engaging conversations with the exhibitors.
- Students who attend and complete the evaluation form will have a chance to win $1500 to put towards their X-Ring*. Proof of X-Ring eligibility will be required before cheque will be issued.
Exhibitors Information
Exhibitor Eligibility
For-profit companies and corporations recruiting for full-time, part-time, co-op, or internship positions
Government agencies (federal, provincial, and municipal)
Post-secondary institutions (universities, colleges, and vocational schools)
Not-for-profit organizations with a mission to benefit students or the broader community
Registered charities with valid registration numbers
Exhibitor Categories and Fees
Regular – $450 (early bird - $400)
Non-Profit Organization (*Free 5 spots available) - Incorporated as non-profit; publicly funded organizations and government bodies are not eligible
All fees are tax included.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Gold Sponsor ($1500): Sponsors the cost of an X-Ring for a current StFX student who attends the event.
Silver Sponsor ($1250): Sponsors the cost of catering for the event.
Bronze Sponsor ($1000): Sponsors the coffee & tea for the event.
*Interested sponsors should contact the Organizing Committee for package details.
Registration Process
Complete the official registration form through the designated registration platform
Submit payment or proof of purchase order within the specified timeframe
Receive confirmation email with exhibitor details and setup instructions
Complete exhibitor profile within required timeframe
Event Sponsors
The Opportunities Fair 2026 Sponsorship package will be added in June/July.
| Gold Sponsor | To be announced |
|---|---|
| Silver Sponsor | To be announced |
| Bronze Sponsor | To be announced |
Exhibitors
- To be announced.
Organizing Committee Members
- Teju Maganur, Opportunities Fair Coordinator (opp-fair@stfx.ca)
- Sarah McKenna, Co-op Coordinator
- Stephanie Power, Co-op Coordinator
- Jane MacDonald, Student Career Services
- Danielle Fraser, Student Career Services
- Jody Cook, Student Career Services
Additional Information
Parking Information at StFX and Campus Parking Map
Campus Map (Bloomfield Building is #13 on the map PDF)
Contact
189 Gerald Schwartz School of Business
3090 Martha Drive
Antigonish NS B2G 2W5
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