Spooky Science
October 24, 2012
As Halloween approaches, Let’s Talk Science Outreach sites across the country are preparing for ‘spooktacular’ Halloween themed events that will be sure to spark the imaginations children and youth!
National Science and Technology Week
The goal of National Science and Technology Week (October 12-21) is to raise awareness about the importance of Science and Technology in our society and to celebrate Canada's role as a leader in science and technology innovation.
Let's Talk Science is also working with Industry Canada to mobilize MPs and Ministers to join in our celebration of National Science and Technology Week. From October 9th to 21st, these federal government representatives will be joining Let's Talk Science volunteers in schools to promote the importance of youth getting involved in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Let's Talk Science is actively participating in National Science and Technology Week by hosting over 50 events and activities across Canada. Each activity seeks to inspire, educate and interest children and youth across Canada and to get them excited about science and technology.
Let's Talk Science Outreach volunteers are taking part in numerous community events that are open to the public. Check out what events Let's Talk Science Outreach is hosting near you!
Alberta
Approximately 350 grade 10-12 students will attend workshops at the University of Calgary Faculty of Medicine. Students will take part in workshops covering topics including bioinformatics, blood typing, and epidemiology.
Come celebrate science at Science World with a marathon science show, live demonstrations and exhibits with hands-on activities for the whole family.
In partnership with Genome BC and Richmond Public Library the 6th annual Science Bash takes place from 11am to 3 pm and will include interactive displays, fun experiments and other hands-on activities.
Homework Club
Let's Talk Science volunteers at the University of Winnipeg have partnered with the Wii Chiiwaaknak Learning Centre's program called 'Let's Speak Ojibwe with our Kids' to provide a unique learning experience where families have the chance to learn Ojibwe while doing hands-on science activities. The science activities are designed to fit with the vocabulary theme for the class so that the participants can practice the words they have just learned.
150 High school students will be attending Dr. Brian Greenwood's lecture on preventing Malaria in African children. Let's Talk Science volunteers will be on hand to assist. For more information visit: www.facebook.com/events/149574218518194/
Let's Talk Science volunteers will be at Joseph Howe school performing an activity about Bernoullis principle with 110 students to participate in a guinness world record attempt for the largest science activity.
Children aged 3 – 6 can explore the form and function of different dinosaur parts using models and reconstructions.
An open house event where the whole family can engage in presentations and participate in activities that will showcase the importance of science. Visit the Let's Talk Science booth to complete DNA extractions.
An event open to the public (2:30 – 4:00) that will discuss the science of traditional photography and digital photography. Workshops will focus on general optics and resolution.
To see other national and tech week events across Canada visit the NSTW Events listing.Holy Redeemer, Alberta
Bretwood Park Elementary, British Columbia
Weir Elementary, British Columbia
Dr. R.E. McKehnie, British Columbia
Rennies River Elementary, Manitoba
Holy Cross Family, Manitoba
Bishop Abraham Elementary, Manitoba
Mary Queen of the World Elementary, Manitoba
Leary's Brook Jr. High, Manitoba
Priestmas St. School, New Brunswick
New Maryland Elementary, New Brunswick
Bliss Carmen Middle School, New Brunswick
Alexander Gibson Memorial School, New Brunswick
Montogomery St. School, New Brunswick
Holy Rosary, Ontario
Brant Ave Public School, Ontario
St. Rose of Lima, Ontario
Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School, Ontario
Ontario Early Years Centre in St. Thomas, Ontario
If you would like Let's Talk Science Outreach volunteers to visit your school, see here: http://www.letstalkscience.ca/contact-us/outreach-sites.html for an outreach site near you!
Science Rendezvous
On May 12, 2012, Canadians across the country will be taking part in Science Rendezvous!
Science Rendezvous is a free, grassroots festival that brings science to the people through engaging, informative and interactive events. Many of our Let’s Talk Science Outreach volunteers will be taking part in activities at this annual festival!
Let’s Talk Science Outreach volunteers will bring hands-on activities and exciting demonstrations to children and families. From the top research institutions in Canada to libraries, farmers markets, and even a zoo, there is bound to be an event happening near you.
Come and check us out in these areas:
Winnipeg MB
University of Winnipeg, Richardson
College for the Environment and Science Complex (599 Portage Avenue) – starts at 11am
Greater Toronto Area
Main Street Markham Farmers’ Market – starts at 10am (in partnership with York University)
Toronto Metro Zoo – starts at 10am (in partnership with the University of Toronto, Scarborough Campus)
Toronto Public Library, Locke Branch (3083 Yonge Street) – 2:00-4:00pm
Toronto Public Library, Dufferin Branch (1625 Dufferin Street – near St. Clair) – 2:00-4:00pm
Toronto Public Library, Steeles Branch (Bamburgh Gardens Shopping Plaza, C107-375 Bamburgh Circle) -2:00-4:00pm
Toronto Public Library, Morningside Branch (4279 Lawrence Ave. East) – 2:00-4:00pm
Toronto Public Library, Guildwood Branch (Guildwood Plaza, 123 Guildwood Parkway) – 2:00-4:00pm
Toronto Public Library, Bloor/Gladstone Branch (1101 Bloor St. West) – 2:00-4:00pm
Guelph ON
Guelph Public Library, Main Branch (100
Norfolk Street) – time TBA
Kingston ON
Queen’s University, Grant Hall – starts at 10am
Oshawa ON
University of Ontario Institute of
Technology (UOIT) (2000 Simcoe Street North)
Windsor ON
University of Windsor, CAW Student
Centre – starts at 10am
For more information and the full listing of Science Rendezvous locations, visit www.sciencerendezvous.ca
Calgary high school students get SET
On May 19, Let’s Talk Science Outreach volunteers at the University of Calgary will hold the annual Science, Engineering and Technology Challenge!
The SET Challenge is based on the popular reality TV series the “Amazing Race”, and is the biggest science outreach initiative undertaken by Let’s Talk Science Outreach at the University of Calgary – attracting over 200 student participants!
The SET Challenge is aimed at high school students in grade 10-12, and aims to motivate students to new levels of effectiveness and accountability. This Challenge will encourage teamwork and cooperation between the students who will be working in teams of 6 along with a teacher from their school. All of the major science topics covered in the Alberta high school curriculum will be represented at the event.
Several prizes will be available to potential winners throughout the day, including a significant financial award to the winning school’s science program (1st place: $750.00, 2nd place: $500.00, 3rd place: $250.00) and individually-awarded prizes for the winning teams.
The event will consist of 30 teams, 6 grade 10-12 students per team. If you would like to learn more about the event, you can visit www.ucalgary.ca/setchallenge.
What: Science, Engineering, and Technology Challenge
When: Saturday, May 19
Where: University of Calgary
University of Guelph and the University of Waterloo kick-off the 2012 All Science Challenge!
Today, over 200 Grade 6, 7 and 8 students are competing in the All Science Challenge competitions taking place at the University of Guelph and the University of Waterloo. These two events are the first of 22 All Science Challenge competitions at university and college sites across Canada.
To
begin the all day science event, teams test their knowledge by answering
questions on science-related topics such as earth sciences, psyc
hology, physics and
biotechnology
in a game-show-style format. In the afternoon, students compete in a
design challenge, where competitors build an object using only the materials
supplied to them. A previous challenge asked students to construct a bridge
capable of holding a full water bottle using only plastic cups, duct tape and
sticky notes. The team with the most points at the end of the two rounds
becomes the All Science Challenge champion!
The All Science Challenge is a free national event run by the Let’s Talk Science Outreach program. Twenty-two sites are holding an All Science Challenge this year from Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador to the University of Victoria in British Columbia. The competitions are taking place between April 24 and May 28.
Generous supporters of the All Science Challenge and the Let’s Talk Science Outreach program make the free event possible. This year’s national supporters are Shaw Cablesystems, 3M, Honda Canada Foundation, Pfizer Canada, and Call2Recycle. For more information about the All Science Challenge, please visit www.letstalkscience.ca/challenge.
