The Dziret'ái Pilot Training Program is a fully-funded initiative to support Indigenous candidates from northern Saskatchewan in becoming professional pilots.

New horizons

Our mission is to provide candidates with the necessary expertise, hands-on training, and confidence for a successful career, while also making a positive impact on the communities in northern Saskatchewan.

Upon graduation, each student is guaranteed a First Officer position with Rise Air.

To stay up to date with the progress of the students, please visit the news tab.

This program is not currently accepting new applications.

What's in a name?

Dziret'ái (Tsi-er-eh-tai) translates from Dene into English as Flying or Soaring or Plane.

During our consultation with Elders and experts in education, we wanted a name for this program which connected with the culture and Indigenous peoples across the Athabasca Basin.

Margaret Powder, Ya' Thi Néné Lands and Resources

“I hear a lot of dream of the young people wanting to be this or that and having the pilot project would be a great opportunity for our young, young people in the Athabasca."