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1-2 hours

Astronomy and Space Science Volunteer Activities

Space-cial: Constellations & Moon Phases

Learn about the importance of constellations and moon phases and how adaptations play a role in our survival on Earth.

Earth & Environmental Science Volunteer Activities

Hydration Nation - Virtual

This workshop explores water quality and the importance of healthy water systems.

Mathematics Volunteer Activities

Math Mystery : The Case of the Dual Jewel

Students solve a crime investigation by solving a series of math-based challenges.

Astronomy and Space Science Volunteer Activities

Exploration Mars - Virtual

In this workshop, students will learn about and experience the challenges of Space Exploration using un-manned space probes, with specific focus on exploring Mars.

Earth & Environmental Science Volunteer Activities

Let's Talk Plants

Students learn about the types of leaves, capillary action and plant growth.

Earth & Environmental Science Volunteer Activities

Food for Feathered Friends

Students obtain a fundamental understanding of food chains, food webs, dominant and keystone species by conducting an owl pellet dissection, engaging in a food chain activity and building their own bird feeder.

Physics Volunteer Activities

Playful Machines - Virtual

Students will explore and build examples of simple machines that are found on a playground.

Physics Volunteer Activities

Bright Lights, Big Science - Virtual

Students will learn about light and how reflection and refraction work.

Mathematics Volunteer Activities

Magnificent Measurements

Students will learn about optimizing area and how to estimate and calculate the volume of quadrilaterals and 3D prisms.

Biotechnology Volunteer Activities

DNA Extraction and Beaded Bracelets

Students are introduced to DNA, base pairs and genes and learn the anatomy of DNA by building a DNA beaded bracelet and extracting DNA from bananas.

Earth & Environmental Volunteer Activities

Butterfly Biodiversity (Grade 2)

Student will get to learn about biodiversity by building a butterfly biodiversity mobile and watching a short clip of Butterflies and Pupae from the Carleton University Butterfly Show.

Volunteer Activity - Bridge Bonanza

Bridge Bonanza

Learn about strong and stable structures by building and testing bridges.

Volunteer Activity - Budding Biologists - Virtual

Budding Biologists - Virtual

Learn about the requirements for life, adaptations, habitats, and conservation.

Volunteer Activity - Alternative Science Facts

Alternative Science Facts

Learn media literacy skills including the recognition of "fake news", critically analyze sources of information, and understand the impact of science communication on our lives