Impact Stories

Kevin Little remembers the start-up mentality that fuelled the early development of McGill’s Let’s Talk Science Outreach site in the late nineties, “It was fun. We just had to roll up our sleeves and go and make things happen.”

The Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Dr. Bruce Archibald will immediately assume the Chair role. He will take over the role from Hilary Foulkes, who will transition to Vice-Chair at the same time. Also joining the Board are retired Chief Superintendent and CEO of the Winnipeg School Division, Pauline Clarke and Craig Wellington, Executive Director of the Black Opportunity Fund and an accomplished diversity, equity & inclusion consultant.

Huang first got involved with Let’s Talk Science after hearing President Bonnie Schmidt speak at the 2021 Sanofi Biogenius Canada competition.

Let’s Talk Science is thrilled to be recognized as a finalist for two 2023 CharityVillage awards. We are a finalist for Best Nonprofit Employer - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (20+ Staff) & and Best Nonprofit Employer - Volunteer Program (20+ Staff).

Mannix Chan is currently a Student Engagement Coordinator at York University in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies. But before he was working with arts students at York, he was building connections and skills at Let’s Talk Science. First, as a volunteer, then a site coordinator, then the regional coordinator for Western Canada, many of Chan’s formative experiences were forged in the Let’s Talk Science family.

At 6:00 a.m. on a cold and rainy day in May, a group of young students huddled together at the Langdale Terminal on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. After months of planning, Eran Foreman’s grade 6/7 class was finally ready to embark on a special field trip to the University of British Columbia. With their outrageous outfits and excited energy, they were on the way for their very first time competing in the Let’s Talk Science Challenge.

Let's Talk Science is pleased to introduce a new interdisciplinary project incorporating global competencies to empower students with the skills and mindsets they need to become true innovators. The development of this exciting project is a collaborative effort between the team of educational specialists at Let’s Talk Science and teacher advisors from across Canada.

It wasn’t until elementary school that her passion for science exploded during her three years competing in the Let’s Talk Science Challenge. A voracious learner, Quadir was always looking for something extra to do at school to challenge her learning; she would even help out her sister (eight years her senior) with her high school homework.

At a time when the world faces seemingly intractable problems, innovation is often heralded as the solution. Innovation helps us adapt to change, fosters growth and prosperity, and improves lives. It’s a focus of attention and investment for governments and companies seeking to get a competitive advantage. Let’s Talk Science, an educational innovator for 30 years, is now taking steps to ensure that innovation is part of the mindset of students across Canada.

Let’s Talk Science opposes any call for the removal of 2SLGBTQ+ educational content from or erasure of 2SLGBTQ+ identities within schools. Schools must be safe and nurturing places for everyone; this is especially critical for children as they develop their own identity. Education should be inclusive and affirming for children and youth, allowing them to feel safe and valued as they build towards a future where they are respected and empowered.

Let's Talk Science is celebrating our 30th Anniversary and we are excited to continue impacting the lives of children and youth across Canada for another 30 years – or longer. Join us in shaping the future by contributing to our fundraising goal of raising $30 Million in three years from industry, individuals and foundations through our Inspire – Educate – Innovate Fundraising Campaign. Together, we can continue to make a difference.

“I started a small outreach project with some grad students in physiology at Western in the London community, and it grew really quickly,” recalls Schmidt. “It started because of the decline in research funding and wanting to promote research and help people understand its role and value.”

The Let’s Talk Careers Competition helps high schoolers discover new opportunities in a fun, gamified way, so they can find the best career pathway for them.

At a time when the world faces seemingly intractable problems, innovation is often heralded as the solution. Innovation helps us adapt to change, fosters growth and prosperity, and can make life better.

Let’s Talk Science is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022/23 Margaret Stephens Professional Development Bursary.