Science Rendezvous

National Indigenous Peoples Day is held on the summer solstice to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.

Every year, numerous events and activities are organized across the country. For more information and to find an event near you, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/NIPD2024

Are you ready to INNOVATE? ✨ Science Rendezvous is back with a new lineup of exciting activities, shows, and demos!

Find an event site at www.sciencerendezvous.ca

Today is the day! Get your hands on science at one of our event sites across the country 🔬🤖✨🔭

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🔊 is tomorrow! Our annual family festival takes science out of the lab and onto the street. Are you ready to get your hands on science, and learn something new?!

Please visit www.sciencerendezvous.ca for more information ✨

Our virtual returns tomorrow 🏃

From May 11 until June 30, race across our interactive map, study our science resources, and be prepared to ace our fast-paced challenge quizzes to collect points for your team.

🥇Will you become the ultimate ? Learn more at www.sciencerendezvous.ca/science-chase/

Are you attending Science Rendezvous at University of Toronto St. George St.? Don't miss these shows and activities brought to you by the Department of Chemistry. No registration required.

✨May 11th, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 100 St. George St., Toronto, ON

✨Only 2 days to go✨

Science Rendezvous is back and better than ever! We are so excited to bring STEM festivals across the country on Saturday, May 11.

For more details and to find an event site, please visit www.sciencerendezvous.ca

Our annual Science Rendezvous festival is just 4 days away! Are you ready to INNOVATE with us on May 11?

✨Find an event site: www.sciencerendezvous.ca/event-sites/

As a social enterprise, Indus Space aims to make STEM topics accessible to everyone, in particular girls and other underrepresented communities.

In partnership with Let's Talk Science and scientists from the University of Toronto Mississauga, Indus Space will offer 15 exciting science booths full of fun, hands-on science activities, many with a creative take-home component!

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (local time)
Hazel McCallion Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Rd W, Mississauga, ON

Science Rendezvous returns to Memorial University of Newfoundland on May 11, with a new lineup of exciting events, activities, and demos.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (local time)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Core Science Facility
45 Arctic Avenue, St. John's, NL

For more information about this event site, go to www.sciencerendezvous.ca/event_sites/memorial-university-of-newfoundland/

The University Health Network (UHN) houses UHN STEM Pathways, a youth outreach initiative dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, researchers and healthcare professionals.

UHN STEM Pathways will be partnering with Sinai Health to offer fun, free STEM activities for youth at Science Rendezvous. This is a drop-in event – open to all ages.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (local time)
Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital
1 Bridgepoint Drive, Toronto, ON

For more information, please visit www.sciencerendezvous.ca/event_sites/university-health-network/

Science Rendezvous is thrilled to announce that it has achieved registered charity status with the Canada Revenue Agency, marking a pivotal moment in its mission to infuse science education and programming with excitement and fun.

"At Science Rendezvous, we believe that science education should be more than just informative – it should be exciting, interactive, and fun. Registered charity status allows us to amplify our efforts to make science come alive for Canadians from coast to coast to coast, fostering a deep appreciation for the wonders of the natural world and inspiring future leaders in STEM fields", shared Dr. Lynda Colgan, Executive Director, Education and Development.

Read the full story at www.sciencerendezvous.ca/news/2024/04/25/science-rendezvous-attains-registered-charity-status/

Are you ready for Science Rendezvous?! Over 60 University of Toronto departments and local organizations in the community are involved in exhibiting engaging and hands-on experiments that inspire youth and adults alike.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (local time)
Front Campus, King's College Circle, Toronto, ON

This is a FREE event. No registration required. Learn more at: www.sciencerendezvousuoft.ca/

The Story of Water Symposium kicks off Science Rendezvous 2024 at the University of Toronto

A series of art workshops, hands-on demonstrations and talks on stewardship and respect for natural water systems will take place in the McLennan Physical Laboratories on the St. George campus this ✨Friday, May 10th✨

You won't want to miss the workshop, Capturing Nature through Indigenous Art - Story of Water Symposium, taking place at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Please use the linked form to register:

Fill | Story of Water - Indigenous Art Workshop Registration The art workshop will be led by Jackie Traverse: Capturing Nature through Indigenous Art – Inspiration and Technique. Attendance requires registration. Please complete the form below to register. The workshop has a limit of 30 people. If you register late, you will be added to the waitlist.  ...

Are you ready for SFU Science Rendezvous and International Astronomy Day 2024? We are back with a new line-up of exciting events, activities, and demos!

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (local time)
Academic Quadrangle, 3000 Level 8888 University Drive
Burnaby, BC

SNEAK PEEK:
🧪Magic Chemistry Show at SFU Science Theatre
🔭Trottier Observatory Drop-in Tours for Astronomy enthusiasts
🧬Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science hands-on activities

This is a FREE drop-in event, but registration to the Magic Chemistry Show is requested. For more information, please visit: www.sfu.ca/science/community/science-rendezvous-2024.html

✨In just 10 days, you will be able to explore the future of innovation at Science Rendezvous!

Don’t miss out on this free, family-friendly festival. Find an event site near you by visiting www.sciencerendezvous.ca/event-sites/

Join us at Science Rendezvous Victoria for a day of exploration related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) — full of fun activities, exciting demos and interesting research for K-12 students, educators, and science enthusiasts of all ages.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (local time)
University of Victoria - Bob Wright Centre - 3800 Finnerty Rd.
Camosun College, Interurban Campus - The Alex & Jo Campbell Centre for Health and Wellness - 4441 Interurban Rd
Victoria, BC

Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. for those who wish to participate in a distraction-reduced environment (quieter and less crowded).

To learn more about this event, visit www.sciencerendezvous.ca/event_sites/sciren_victoria/

Science Rendezvous Kingston is a free, annual science festival for Southeastern Ontario families hosted by Queen's University. This year's theme will be INNOVATE, and we'll have 60 booths featuring topics ranging from wildlife conservation to robotics and climate change.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (local time)
Slush Puppie Place and The Tragically Hip Way
Kingston, ON

SNEAK PEEK:
🧪Chemistry Magic Shows at 10:30 AM and 1:45 PM on the main stage. The team will demonstrate visually striking experiments, including controlled explosions and colourful flames. Cover your ears as we'll have loud bangs!

🎪NEW! The Great Canadian Invention Circus, a live show full of astounding facts and circus acts. Presentation starts at noon on the main stage.

✨The Sensory Friendly Science Zone is a designated sensory-friendly space on the 3rd floor of Slush Puppie Place with a bird’s eye view of the ground floor activities especially for children who would benefit from experiencing the event in a space that has been thoughtfully designed in calmer, quieter, less crowded, more neurodiverse affirming way.

For more information, visit www.queensu.ca/science-rendezvous/

Science Rendezvous is back and better than ever! On May 11, we invite you to come out, discover science, create memories, and INNOVATE at one of our family-friendly festivals across Canada.

Find an event site today by visiting www.sciencerendezvous.ca/event-sites/

Experience 50+ hands-on activities at our fun-filled, all-ages STEAM event hosted by students and faculty from the University of Guelph-Humber!

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (local time)
University of Guelph-Humber Campus
207 Humber College Blvd., Etobicoke, ON

SNEAK PEEK:
🌲Learn about trees and plant life with guided tours at Humber’s Arboretum. Come explore the skies beyond in an immersive experience organized by Astronomy in Action in an indoor planetarium.

✨Scout Troops and Girl Guides of all levels will have an opportunity to work on their personal achievement badges at the event!

💻FREE TechCollect & E-waste Drive - a Let’s Get Together initiative. Bring any unwanted, broken electronic technology equipment, and devices including laptops, computers, tablets, printers, TVs, and phones to the event. For more information visit techcollectdrive.ca

FREE admission and parking. Register at www.guelphhumber.ca/science-rendezvous

Discover the magic of science at Toronto Metropolitan University's (TMU) Science Rendezvous 2024! Join us for a day filled with hands-on experiments, thrilling demonstrations, and mind-boggling discoveries.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (local time)
Gould St., Victoria St., & The Quad
50 Gould St., Toronto, ON

SNEAK PEEK:
🪐Fun with Physics - Explore the magic of Ultrasound, Lung Imaging and Planetary Science
🤖Drone Demo - Witness the marvels of aerial exploration and environmental monitoring
✨Light & Reflections - Explore the principles of light by making your own kaleidoscope

For more information, visit www.torontomu.ca/sciencerendezvous/

The countdown is on! Science Rendezvous returns in just two weeks 🎉

Which event site/location will you be visiting? Let us know in the comments 🙌

Come for the fun, stay for the adventure at Science Rendezvous Durham!

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (local time)
Durham College and Ontario Tech Campus
2000 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa, ON

SNEAK PEEK:
🌧️Tour the ACE Wind Tunnel - and see it rain inside!
🍨Cool down with some Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream
✨Break out of our Kid Friendly Escape Room
🧪Watch flaming gummy bears and frozen bubbles at the chemistry extravaganza

More info and updates will be shared on the event site page: www.sciencerendezvous.ca/event_sites/dc-ot/

Immerse yourself in the marvels of science at Western University's annual Science Rendezvous, an event for inspiring the next wave of brilliant young scientists.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (local time)
Alumni Stadium
100 Philip Aziz Ave, London, ON

SNEAK PEEK:
🍍Join the Biochemistry Graduate Student Association (BGSA) to discover how your body breaks down starches, sugar, and protein in just five minutes!

🔎Join the Museum of Ontario Archaeology to explore the fascinating world of tool-making!

🧪Join the Department of Chemistry for “Chemistry With a BANG!” Learn about the power of the elements in our universe with an exciting show full of chemical reactions!

For more details about the event, please visit sciencerendezvous.uwo.ca

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Join Let's Talk Science UTM at the recently renovated Hazel McCallion Central Library to explore fun science activities!

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (local time)
Hazel McCallion Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Rd W, Mississauga, ON

This event site will feature ~15 experiments, demonstrations and activities. Here are some sneak peeks:
🍓Get ready to roll up your sleeves and extract DNA from fruits, like a true scientist!
🧬 Learn about the components of the plant cell and how cells store DNA.

Are you ready to INNOVATE with us as we take science out of labs and into the community for a day?!

Join the University of Windsor for a science festival extravaganza!

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (local time)
CAW Student Centre - University of Windsor
401 Sunset Ave, Windsor, ON

🎉Explore fun activities at Science Rendezvous: learn about animals, chemicals, DNA, space, robots, and so much more. FREE interactive and hands-on STEAM fun for all!

Follow Science Rendezvous Windsor for more information and sneak peeks.

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Science Rendezvous invites you to join the fun and INNOVATE! on May 11, 2024, with exciting line-ups events happening all across Canada.

Live demonstrations, STEM shows, interactive exhibits and explosive fun will be available for FREE.

📲Find an event site now at sciencerendezvous.ca/event-sites/

Come for the fun, stay for the adventure! On May 11, the College of the North Atlantic, Labrador West Campus will be hosting a series of events, demos, and activities.

📍 Saturday, May 11
11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Labrador Time)
Labrador Mall

SNEAK PEEK:
🚗 Electric Vehicles Showcase
🧪 Slime Making Extravaganza
🌪️ Weather Science: Tornadoes and Volcanoes

For more information, please visit https://tinyurl.com/SR-CNALW

Join Future Energy Systems' third annual Energy Adventure!

From sources of electricity to land reclamation to sustainability and more, meet researchers and students as they guide you through hands-on experiments, crafts, and activities.

📍When and Where:
May 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (local time)
TELUS World of Science - Edmonton
11211 142 Street NW

SNEAK PEEK:
🎨 Draw Our Energy Future: Become a visionary and shape the future of energy with your creativity!

⚡ Where Is My Electricity From? Explore the energy all around you! Does your electricity come from the sun, wind, fossil fuels, or something else?

🎈 Shocking Static Electricity: Experience the power of static electricity firsthand!

🌱 Sustainability Actions: From small changes to big impacts, find out how you can make a difference for our planet's future.

For more info, follow visit sciencerendezvous.ca/event_sites/university-of-alberta/