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Thread:Enrichment OpportunitiesPost:[|Enrichment Opportunities] Author:Jennifer McFarlanePosted Date:December 16, 2011 1:01 AMStatus:Published Enrichment Activities 1. Math and Science Performance Festival - hosted by the UWO [|__http://www.edu.uwo.ca/mpc/festival.html__] The Math Performance Festival is a Canada-wide forum for sharing and celebrating the mathematical performances of students and teachers. Students submit performances in digital form using the Festival’s online portal and/or enter performances in the Festival’s Contest. 2. Computer Science Girls Rocks __[]__ The CEMC Seminar in Computer Science for Young Women is a unique opportunity designed to ignite enthusiasm for computer science in interested female students from across Canada. The young women invited learn that computer science is about much more than using and programming computers. Through lectures, labs and hands-on activities, the seminar explores the foundations and applications of computer science that have a profound effect on the world today. Lasting friendships develop as participants stay in on-campus residences for one week and enjoy many social events.

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Thread:Extra-Curricular EventsPost:[|Extra-Curricular Events] Author:Sunita BaliPosted Date:December 16, 2011 12:20 AMStatus:Published 1 __SSEA__ -The Saturday Science and Engineering Academy runs on Saturdays at U of T (St. George Campus) during the fall and spring. SSEA is for students in Grades 7 to 12 who have a desire to explore science, math and technology in challenging and creative ways. Each Saturday is separated into morning and afternoon sessions. Students may choose up to two courses to experience during these sessions. __Course Structure- __Morning classes run from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM and afternoon classes run from 2:00 – 5:00 PM. Cost- $275 per student, per course, course fees include all course materials. Website -http://outreach.engineering.utoronto.ca/Page10.aspx The DEEP Summer Academy provides gifted and highly motivated high school students from across the world with the opportunity for advanced study in a variety of engineering, technology, business and science disciplines. The DEEP Summer Academy provides gifted and highly motivated high school students from across the world with the opportunity for advanced study in a variety of engineering, technology, business and science disciplines. Organized by the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, DEEP offers one of the most diverse ranges of pre-university engineering and science courses in North America. Domestic Fees-Tuition for Domestic Students Tuition for each course is $325. Students registering for all 4 weeks of the program receive a special discounted tuition rate of $1,155. The tuition fee includes the course fee, plus all course materials and supplies. Fees for Domestic Students Opting for Residence The cost for participating in the optional residence program is $1,075 per week which includes taxes where applicable. The fee includes tuition, 6 nights’ accommodation, breakfast and dinner daily, supervision, and evening activities. Students staying in residence for more than 1 week receive their 7th night free. Domestic Fee Chart All Canadian citizens and Landed Immigrants are offered the domestic fee rate for DEEP, regardless of where they are currently living. Many DEEP students are Canadians living abroad and we welcome them back to Canada for the summer. International Fees-Tuition for International Students Tuition for each course is $600. Students registering for all 4 weeks of the program receive a special discounted tuition rate of $2,250. The tuition fee includes the course fee, plus all course materials and supplies as well as the after class club program. Location- Coordinator, Engineering Outreach
 * Location- **University of Toronto, St. George Campus (Downtown)
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">2. The DEEP Summer Academy __**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Number of Weeks || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Tuition Only || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Tuition and Residence ||
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">1 Week || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$325.00 || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$1,075.00 ||
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">2 Weeks || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$650.00 || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$2,150.00 ||
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">3 Weeks || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$975.00 || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$3,225.00 ||
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">4 Weeks || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$1,155.00 || <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">$4,155.00 ||

<span style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering | University of Toronto

<span style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Room 173

<span style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">35 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A4


 * __<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">3.University of waterloo __**

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Location-Waterloo Unlimited, EV1 ,Centre for Knowledge Integration, University of Waterloo 200 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON Canada N2L 3G1, Email: info@unlimited.uwaterloo.ca, Phone: (519) 888-4567, ext. 35176, Fax: (519) 888-4340 <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Coming event- Grade 10 Program, May 2012 <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Theme of "Change" <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">May 13th - 17th, 2012 <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">5 day program (typically Sunday afternoon through Thursday) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Application deadline: Postmarked by March 9th, 2012 <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Students will consider the perspectives of scientists, engineers, writers, philosophers, and others while they examine the theme of "Change". <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> The Grade 10 program will have the new theme of "Change". Program components, including lectures and activities, vary from year-to-year. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Cost: Program Fee: $450, Supervised Overnight Shared Residence Accommodation: $120* <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Fees are determined on a cost recovery basis, covering meals, program supplies and administrative costs. <span style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">http://www.unlimited.uwaterloo.ca/programs/index.html

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Thread:Enrichment ActivitiesPost:[|Enrichment Activities] Author:Lorraine GarofaloPosted Date:December 15, 2011 9:48 PMStatus:Published Sir Isaac Newton Test: a prize exam that is run by the Department of Physics at the University of Waterloo. Administered by high school physics teachers across Ontario and around the world. Purpose is to stimulate interest in physics in high schools. Winning students receive an award. 2-hour test. Order test for $5.00 or $10.00 for team competition. [] National Biology Competition, University of Toronto, $7.00, 75 min exam, University of Toronto, done at the students’ school (exam mailed). Date: April 26, 2012. Registration takes place Jan. 30-March 9. []

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Thread:Science ExtracurricularsPost:[|Science Extracurriculars] Author:Oksana HrycykPosted Date:December 15, 2011 11:04 AMStatus:Published The Ontario Science Centre School- Students participate in Science School practicum hours spent engaging in activities within the Science Centre and the local community. Students must complete a minimum of 15 practicum hours in addition to their coursework; these hours can be counted towards the 40 Community Service Hours. Visit: [|http://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/oscschool/default.asp#whatis] University of Toronto National Biology Competition- It costs $7 per student to enter the competition. This competition is a 75 minute multiple choice test. The students marks a calculated by taking the number of correct answers minus one third of the incorrect answers. No marks are added nor deducted from skipped questions. This competition is used as part of the selection criteria for the Canadian Biology Olympiad. Visit: [|http://biocomp.utoronto.ca/]

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Thread:Extra-curricular science programsPost:[|Extra-curricular science programs] Author:John MirandaPosted Date:December 15, 2011 9:59 AMStatus:Published The University of Waterloo offers an immersive, pre-university experience with an opportunity to explore cutting-edge discoveries with professors. You will be introduced to the art and science of reading academic papers and engage with current student researchers at the undergraduate and graduate level. Cost: $250, Time: 3 days, Accommodation: $180 (supervised), Date: November 16th – 18th Website: [] Brock University offers a two day residential workshop designed to **encourage young women** to continue their studies in the sciences and to pursue careers in science-related fields. __Scientifically Yours__ is a program that provides an opportunity for female students to learn more about science in a university setting. Cost: Must register for information, Time: 2 days, Accommodation: Must register for information, Date: May 11th – 12th, 2012. Website [] You will learn about career opportunities from professional women who have careers in the sciences, including medicine, university research, and industry. Everyone will participate in six of sixteen science and mathematics projects. Through the projects, you will get hands-on laboratory and group presentation experience. The two-day event also includes a plenary lecture by a distinguished female scientist, recreational activities, networking, and an opportunity to share dinner with a number of professional women scientists.
 * Experience the University Life **
 * Experience science at Brock **

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Thread:Extra-Curricular EventsPost:[|Extra-Curricular Events] Author:Jessica JosephPosted Date:December 14, 2011 7:22 PMStatus:Published 1) Sanofi-Aventis BioTalent Challenge (SABC): These competitions are available to students across Canada in Grades 8-12. The competitions are intended to raise awareness about the emerging science of biotechnology and its applications in health care, agriculture and the environment. Each SABC features the outstanding work of high school students who have conducted research projects and experiments of their own design in some area of biotechnology. Cash prizes are awarded to the top five or six student teams and their schools based on the recommendations of judges from the scientific and education communities as well as the biotechnology industry. It is free to participate in the competitions and students have the entire year to work on their projects. The projects are judged during the month of April. The following website provides more detail:

http://sanofibiogeneiuschallenge.ca/

2) Canadian Biology Olympiad (CBO): This is available to students across Canada in Grades 8-12. The fee to register is $15/school. The students are tested on content divided into two categories: theoretical and practical. The competitions take place in February. The winner from Canada represents the country at the International Biology Olympiad. The following website provides more detail:

http://www.canadianbiologyolympiad.ca/index.html

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Thread:Extra Curricular Events in Science-Laura PepperPost:[|Extra Curricular Events in Science-Laura Pepper] Author:Laura PepperPosted Date:December 14, 2011 6:58 PMStatus:Published Please find my assignment attached.
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Thread:Enrichment ActivitiesPost:[|Enrichment Activities] Author:Sonu BhutaniPosted Date:December 14, 2011 3:05 PMStatus:Published **1)Waterloo Unlimited is not Science Camp or Arts Camp or Music Camp or Math Camp or Leadership Camp. It's about open-ended learning rather than memorizing an inventory of "right answers." It's about going home with the skills one needs to become self-enriching and maybe even sharing those skills with siblings, peers, and teachers.** **Following is the link**
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**Grade 11 Program, March 2012** **Design Theme** **March 12th - 16th, 2012** **(5 day program; dates may coincide with some school boards' March Break)(Out-of-town Arrivals: Sunday Evening)** **Application deadline: postmarked by December 16th, 2011** **From engineering and the environment to science fiction and virtual reality, students will spend a week exploring the theme of Design with a community of like-minded peers.** **Cost: Program Fee: $450*** **Supervised Overnight Shared Hotel Accommodation: $300***

**2) CAGIS is a fun and exciting science club for girls aged 7-16 (most Toronto membership is 8-14) with the mission to promote, encourage, and facilitate interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Students would meet at the workplaces of women and men in STEM related fields on a monthly basis to learn about their area of science, and do fun, hands-on activities to help us understand, and have fun.** **CAGIS Toronto meets on a monthly basis September through June to do fun hands-on activities in STEM. Some of our past events have included topics such as extracting DNA from bananas, building and testing bridges, and forensic science, CSI style. . CAGIS Toronto has a membership of ~50 girls, and 15-25 attend each event. Events last 1.5 hrs, and typically occur on weekends, but may sometimes be weeknights after school depending on the schedule of our presenter. Notice of upcoming events is sent out by email in advance giving the topic, date, time, and location.** **For more information** [|//**http://publish.uwo.ca/~cagis/Toronto/toronto.htm**//] **cagistoronto@gmail.com** **.**

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Thread:Enrichment ActivitiesPost:[|Enrichment Activities] Author:Lesley WrightPosted Date:December 14, 2011 12:40 PMStatus:Published
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 * 1) 1. Roller Coaster Compeition, May 11th, 2012. No cost, except for materials. Grade: any. School teams create their own gravitational roller coaster that will allow a glass marble or steel ball to complete the most artistic, technically difficult, or complicated rollercoaster they can create. [] . This day at Wonderland is their math and science day. They also will have the engineers that designed “Leviathan”, Wonderland’s new coaster there to discuss the building of the insane coaster. This would be a great event for grade 11 and 12 physics students, or a construction design course.
 * 2) 2. Canadian Chemistry Olympiad, May and June 2012. No cost, even travel expenses are paid for. Students practice on-line problem sets, and then complete a take-home exam in March. 15-20 students from the province are invited to the University of Toronto to complete in the Olympiad. From that, the top students are taken to the National Olympiad in June. If they win that, they go onto the International Chemistry Olympiad in July in Washington, DC.

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Thread:Enrichment activitiesPost:[|Enrichment activities] Author:Jason AtanasoffPosted Date:December 14, 2011 8:59 AMStatus:Published Ontario Science Centre has started has a program entitled FIRST which stands for For Inspiration and Recognition in Science and Technology. Here groups of science students work on team challenges involving building, manufacturing, programming and testing. I believe this is the first year that this has run in Ontario and hopefully will continue. From the competitions two Ontario school teams will be chosen to compete in the robot building world championships in Atlanta, Georgia. This program seems to create excitement and challenge in the field of science and engineering and hopefully will encourage students to pursue these fields.Youtube has a space lab competition where high school students make a video describing an experiment that they would conduct in space. The winning entry will actually be performed and recorded on video on the international space station.

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Thread:Science Enrichment Programmes and Activities for Ontario StudentsPost:[|Science Enrichment Programmes and Activities for Ontario Students] Author:SUZETTE MCLEAN-FLETCHERPosted Date:December 14, 2011 1:30 AMStatus:Published i 1__. **Medicine Youth Summer Programme (Med.YSP) at University of Toronto**__ ** Target Group ** : Students in grades 10 and 11 ** Date ** : Summer 2012 July 1-28 ** Programme Overview ** : // Every summer, high school students are offered an exclusive glimpse into the world of medicine and medical research by the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine. Students from across North America and around the world are invited to learn at Canada’s most prestigious medical school! // From its home in the University of Toronto’s Medical Sciences Building, in the heart of Toronto’s “Medical Discovery District”, the Med YSP offers students currently enrolled in grades 10 and 11 four unique one-week modules that each introduces a major medical discipline. Each module includes lectures from world-class faculty and hands-on experimentation, guided by distinguished medical researchers, in cutting-edge research laboratories. The Med YSP’s unparalleled access to the University of Toronto’s medical faculty and research facilities allows participants to experience what it is like to be a student at Canada’s premier medical school. In addition to the enriching academic content, students get a taste of university residence life while staying at New College and participating in evening activities that showcase the city of Toronto.

** Costs ** : Application Fee (non-refundable) - $95$11.90 per module **__ More Details at __** : []

2**__.__** **__ Engineering Science Quest __** **Target Group**: Elementary and High School students **Dates**: Programmes run throughout the year- on saturdays, in-term holidays and summer holidays. **Program Overview**: Engineering Science Quest (ESQ) is a not-for-profit program that operates with the goal of exposing children, in the Kitchener-Waterloo region and beyond, to the worlds of Engineering, Science and Technology through a variety of fun engaging hands on activities. We encourage you to explore our website and find out more about what we offer.

ESQ is offered in conjunction with the University of Waterloo's Faculties of Engineering and Science ESQ offers a technology camp, and a satellite program which runs camps in rural Ontario. During the traditional ‘off-season’ in September to May, ESQ offers a variety of weekend workshops, in-school workshops and a March Break camp. ESQ is now regarded by many as a leader in hands-on engineering, science and technology activities in south-western Ontario and is a proud member of Actua, a national body of like-minded camps. ESQ is no longer simply a camp, but is now a year round learning experience.

<span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">__Cost__
Engineerin__g__ and Science Camps (Banting, Suzuki, Newton and Edison) cost $220 per week. Technology camps (Payette and Tesla) cost $250 per week. Cost includes one camper t-shirt. Additional t-shirts and ball caps can be purchased for an additional $10 during the week the child attends. Satellite locations cost $190. For More Details : []

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Thread:Biology Enrichment ActivitiesPost:[|RE: Biology Enrichment Activities] Author:Emily ColangeloPosted Date:December 13, 2011 7:05 PMStatus:Published Do you have a passion for animals, learning and the environment? Are you looking for an experience this summer that’s exciting, unforgettable, as well as worthwhile for your education and future career? If so, join us for Zoo School - earn your Grade 11 Biology, University Preparation (SB13U) credit here at the Toronto Zoo! []

This i thought was a really amazing site if you were interested on initiating your own science fair at your current school!!! The site contains steps, checklists, teacher resources, etc!!! []

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Thread:Biology Enrichment ActivitiesPost:[|Biology Enrichment Activities] Author:Emily ColangeloPosted Date:December 13, 2011 7:02 PMStatus:Published

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Thread:Extra Curricular ActivitiesPost:[|Extra Curricular Activities] Author:Riffat AsifPosted Date:December 13, 2011 10:36 AMEdited Date:December 13, 2011 11:50 AMStatus:Published __Science Extra Curricular Activities:__ 1. __Science Camps with Science Education__: [|www.ourkids.net/science-camps.php] This camp offers science and technology related activities for students. There is a list of camps offering activities in different branches of science with ESL and ADHD support for students. 2. __Ontario Science Centre: Science School__: [|www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/oscschool/default.asp] Ontario Science centre offers science activities and university preparation credits in informal classess for grade 11 students. Science labs offer students to practice their lab skills. students have to choose three subjects from Science subjects and no tution fees is required. Only additional charges required for field trips and workshops. Last date to apply is April 13 2012. website to apply: science.school@ontariosciencecentre.ca ( This site is also cited by other students in our course therefore I add another science activity at Toronto Zoo) 3. __Toronto Zoo Environmental Science Activity:__ [|www.tvo.org/lifeOfMammals/resourses/grade11_EnvironmentalScience.pdf] Environmental Science activities are offered to students to act as biologists and learn observation skills,collect data and present results in their feild book. They study the ecological components and habitat of an animal they choose. Contact: 416-392-5944 ( for secondary level assignments)

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Thread:Competitions: FIRST Robotics, Science Can Fix That!Post:[|Competitions: FIRST Robotics, Science Can Fix That!] Author:Temi DavidsonPosted Date:December 12, 2011 11:49 PMStatus:Published FIRST is an international contest that teams students up with engineers and sponsors from local businesses to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology. The ultimate goal is to motivate youth to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math. "The FIRST Robotics Competition challenges teams of young people and their mentors to solve a common problem in a six-week time frame using a standard "kit of parts" and a common set of rules. Teams build robots from the parts and compete in games designed by Dean Kamen, Dr. Woodie Flowers, and a committee of engineers and other professionals."

Event: FIRST Robotics Competition Date: Registration begins in the fall, the kick off is in January and the event occurs in late February Location: St. Louis, Missouri, USA Cost: $6500 for rookie team, $5000 for veteran team (USD) Grades: Grades 9-12 (ages 14-18)

"Science Can Fix That!" Video Contest is a annual video contest put on by Youth Science Ontario. It encourages youth to post a 3 minute video on youth tube where there discuss a current issue and propose a creative, original and scientific solution to the problem. Entries are judged on originality, creative imagination, scientific truths and relevance of ideas, ability to inspire and adherence to contest rules.

Event: "Science Can Fix That!" Video Contest Date: Entry Deadline - March 31, 2012, Contest winner April 30, 2012 Location: online submission Cost: Free Grades Youth 6-18, and 19 if enrolled full time in secondary school

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Thread:enrichment activitiesPost:[|enrichment activities] Author:Qiumin HuangPosted Date:December 12, 2011 6:11 PMStatus:Published Organization: The Kortright Centre for Conservation When: Throughout the year by appointment Where: 9550 Pine Valley Drive, Woodbridge Contact: 416-667-6295 Description: Helps students discover fascinating facts about our plant and wildlife populations through observation and hands-on participation. Grade level 9-11 Web page: []

Organization: Ontario Science CenterWhen: Sept.-Jan., Feb. to June Where : 770 Don Mills Road Toronto ON M3C 1T3 Cost: Free Description: The Ontario Science Centre Science School presents students with an opportunity to gain University Preparation science credits during an enriched semester at the Ontario Science Centre. Students acquire a solid academic background in classes that are small and informal with experienced, enthusiastic and imaginative teachers. Science School labs are housed in the heart of the Science Centre. Website: [|http://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/oscschool/default.asp#faq] Contact: 416-696-1000

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Thread:Enrichment activitiesPost:[|Enrichment activities] Author:Jiwei LiPosted Date:December 12, 2011 11:31 AMStatus:Published = 1. Faculty of Medicine’s Youth Summer Program = **Date:** Weekend stays include Accommodation for Saturday night and Weekend Activities. Each weekend stay may only be selected as an extension of a week of attendance. ( Please see website for details of this)
 * __ Location: __** University of Toronto – New College

300 Huron Street

Toronto, Ontario , Canada

M5S 3J6
 * Telephone: ** 416 946 0944

**Fax:** 416 946 8050

**E-mail:** summer.programs@utoronto.ca = __ Cost: __ Canadian & U.S. Residents – CAD$1190/Module = **Brief description:** From its home in the University of Toronto’s Medical Sciences Building, in the heart of Toronto’s “Medical Discovery District”, the Faculty of Medicine Youth Summer Program (Med YSP) offers students currently enrolled in grades 10 and 11 four unique one-week modules that include lectures from world-class faculty and hands-on experimentation, guided by distinguished medical researchers, in cutting-edge research laboratories. In addition to the academic content, career seminars help students to make informed career decisions in the field of medicine, health sciences and medical research. The seminars also provide guidance regarding the admissions process for both the University of Toronto and the Faculty of Medicine. 2. 31 Caroline St. N. Waterloo Ontario, Canada
 * __ Grade level: __**** Grade 11 **
 * The International Summer School for Young Physicists **
 * __ Location: __** ** Perimeter Institute **

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Tel: (519) 569-7600

Fax: (519) 569-7611

Students are welcome to apply if they: [|**http://www.ysp.utoronto.ca/medicine**]
 * __Cost:__** The ISSYP program is free to all Canadian students who are selected to participate.
 * __ Grade level: __**** Grade 11 / 12 **
 * have a passion for and strong ability in physics and mathematics as reflected in high school course marks and extracurricular activities;
 * are attending Grade 11 or Grade 12 secondary school (final two years of high school) and have not yet begun full-time studies at a post-secondary institution.
 * intend to pursue studies in physics at the university level in the future.
 * A __website for more information__: **[|**http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/Outreach/Students/The_International_Summer_School_for_Young_Physicists/**]

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Thread:Summer Programs/CampsPost:[|Summer Programs/Camps] Author:Paul PlazekPosted Date:December 12, 2011 9:54 AMStatus:Published []
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">1. Forensic Science Camp at Trent University **

The goal of the Forensic Science Camp at Trent University is to provide high school students (grade 9-12) with an environment that will allow them to learn about DNA technology, forensic science and related social issues using group-directed problem solving.

Campers Will: Registration Fees:
 * Collect and process evidence from a crime scene
 * Use DNA technology to solve crime
 * Prepare for and participate in a mock trial
 * Use state-of-the-art laboratory equipment
 * Gain valuable first-hand knowledge from professionals in the field of Forensic Science
 * Develop their own DNA profile
 * Work with: blood spatters, fingerprinting, DNA analysis, skeletal remains

Full Residential Camp $750.00 per week Includes accommodation on campus, food, 24-hour supervision, activities, and entertainment

Day Camp $250.00 per week for local residents - Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Peterborough Police Forensic Identification Unit

Professionals involved in the course:
 * Experts in bloodstain pattern analysis
 * Members of the OPP
 * MNR enforcement branch
 * Researchers currently involved in Entomology, Bioterrorism, Anthropology and Wildlife DNA studies

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 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">2. The International Summer School for Young Physicists **

ISSYP 2012 will be held from July 12 to 28, 2012 at Perimeter Institute, in Waterloo, Ontario.

The ISSYP is an exciting and challenging two-week program for Canadian and international high school students with a keen interest in theoretical physics and who intend to pursue physics studies at the university level.

Presentations are by Perimeter Institute researchers on cutting edge theoretical physics including such topics as superstring theory, quantum computing and dark matter.

Activities/goals include:
 * Opportunities to work with leading international theoretical physicists in small group mentoring sessions.
 * Mini-courses on modern physics designed to deepen their insights into Einstein's ideas and the quantum nature of our universe.
 * Hands-on labs, tours of neighbouring research facilities, and other exciting activities with like-minded students from around the globe.
 * Developing a greater awareness of their own potential as potential future researchers in theoretical physics.

Costs The ISSYP program is free to all Canadian students who are selected to participate. This includes program fees, round-trip air, train or bus fares, ground transportation from the airport to Waterloo, accommodation for the duration of the school, activities and all meals. Students may wish to bring spending money for souvenirs or additional snacks.

International students accepted from countries other than Canada must fund their own return airfare from their home country to Toronto Pearson International Airport and purchase appropriate travel/health insurance. All other costs will be covered by Perimeter Institute as above.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITYAPPLICATION DETAILS IMPORTANT DATES: March 31, 2012 Application deadline

April 30, 2012 Successful applicants notified and list published online

May 25, 2012 Acceptance and permission forms submitted

July 12 - 28, 2012 ISSYP in session

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Thread:Extra-Curricular ActivitiesPost:[|Extra-Curricular Activities] Author:Ezgi CetinkayaPosted Date:December 12, 2011 8:37 AMStatus:Published

<span style="color: #444444; font-family: 'Lucida grande',Arial,Verdana,sans-serif;">1. African Lion Safari: This will be an excellent place to take students, especially as part of their ecology unit. It allows students to get face to face with animals, and provides an educational experience while doing so. You can book an educational outing and will receive the Teacher's Educational Kit which will help you in your day planning. This includes pre and post visit classroom activities for students and will be helpful for scaffolding student learning. The Safari rates are priced at $4.95 per person but this may be reduced for students and teachers. While it is open 7 days of the week, some of the game reserves do close at 5 p.m. It is located at 1386 Copper Rd, Hamilton, Ontario. [] 2. **Ontario Science Centre**: "Science of the movies" and "2012 End of the world?" programs for grades 9-12. They provide a school brochure for teachers and students and provide various programs including exhibits, imax films, and hands on activities. They even provide teachers with information for the day of the trip to help plan out the day for the class. The fees will vary depending on the program that you choose. The exhibit hall visit for example is $6 per student when self guided but can go up to $25 per student when it also includes the 6 hour DNA program. The link below provides all the information you will need depending on your class grade level and choice of program. The Ontario Science Centre is located 770 Don Mills Rd at the corner of Eglinton Ave East, Toronto, Ontario. It is open year round, 7 days a week though keep in mind it is closed December 25. []

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Thread:Olympics, Competition, Teacher AwardsPost:[|Olympics, Competition, Teacher Awards] Author:Tatiana VrabiePosted Date:December 11, 2011 6:53 PMStatus:Published

= London District Science Olympics = Organization: [|London District Science & Technology Fair]. When: Thu, May 24, 2012 Where: North Campus Building, The University of Western Ontario, London ON N6A 3K7 Event Type: Science Olympics Event Description: Typically, 650 students participate in 26 events. First, second and third place plaques are given to the winners. Numbers of Participants: 700 Grade Levels: 9, 10 , 11 , 12 @http://www.ldstf.ca/olympics/ Event Contact Information: so_chair@ldstf.ca Team competition in Biology, Chemistry, Physics. More than one team can represent the school, team can choose the event in which to compete. After Olympics usually free grassroots Festival is held to promote science to wide public, so named mini Olympics.

NAME: **AAAI Mobile Robot Competition**LAST DATE: Aug 7-11, 2011NEXT DATE: Jul 22-26, 2012LOCATION: **Toronoto, Ontario, CANADA**EVENTS: Small Scale Manipulation Miniature humanoid obstacle avoidance Learning from DemonstrationCLASSES: AutonomousSIZE: See rulesAWARDS: See rules INFO: []= OGI Genomics Teaching Award = OGI awards its Genomics Teaching Award annually to the Ontario secondary school teacher whose teaching best reflects a commitment to introducing the next generation of Ontarians to the effect of genomics and its many applications, outcomes and socio-economic impacts, as well as increasing our understanding of life at the molecular level. [] Rules, conditions, application forms are provided. You also can find a lot of teacher resources in winner's lessons, related to genomics as well as arrange a meeting with an expert in genomics to speak to your students in the classroom. Your students may have some lab. experience in OGI genomics laboratory. Winner is awarded with cash, equipment for school, and covered expences to participate in one Life Science educational conference.
 * Nomination forms due: April 2, 2012**
 * Application deadline: May 16, 2012**

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Thread:Enrichment ActivitiesPost:[|Enrichment Activities] Author:Swati KulkarniPosted Date:December 11, 2011 6:13 PMStatus:Published Activities and Enrichment Programs

1) [|**http://science.uwaterloo.ca/outreach/enrichment**]

The University of Waterloo offers a number of different Activities and Enrichment opportunities for students who are excited about science and interested in learning more about its many applications.

Following are some of the examples of the activities and events that take place at The University of Waterloo.

[|**Science Open House:**]

Each fall the Faculty of Science holds an Open House event for the public. This free event is the result of a collaborative effort which brings together activities from all science departments to introduce the wonders of science to kids of all ages. [|**Engineering Science Quest (ESQ**]**)**

Engineering Science Quest (ESQ) is a not-for-profit program that operates with the goal of exposing children, in the Kitchener-Waterloo region and beyond, to the worlds of Engineering, Science and Technology through a variety of fun engaging hands on activities.

2) ** Deep River Science Academy (DRSA) **

[|**http://www.abcontario.ca/support/links/127-enrichment-programs**]

This is an award-winning, six-week summer program dedicated to giving talented high school students genuine science and engineering research experience in the laboratories of one of their industrial Research Partners. 3) **Ontario Science Centre Science School****:**

The Ontario Science Centre offers grade 12U courses in math and science during an enrichment semester at the Ontario Science Centre Science School – in partnership with the Toronto District School Board. This program has 56 students from across Ontario and offers students not only their 12U university pathway courses, but also enrichment opportunities, and an increased awareness of many areas of science.

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Thread:Biology Enrichment: DRSA and UofT National Biology CompetitionPost:[|Biology Enrichment: DRSA and UofT National Biology Competition] Author:Sara AustinPosted Date:December 11, 2011 5:09 PMStatus:Published 6-week summer 2-credit courses doing research projects in high-tech labs (affiliated with Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd). 15 to 25 students work in a 2 to 1 ratio with a university research assistant/tutor, under the supervision of a professional scientist. Students must write a research paper and present and overview of their work at the end of their research period. website: [] cost: $5100 for six weeks, including room and board and recreational activities. Students must have a recommendation letter from a science teacher, and must have completed Grade 10 Science. Students earn two co-op credits, and gain valuable research experience in real, high-tech laboratories on current research projects. Personal note: I worked as a university tutor at DRSA years ago (1987- the first year it was run) - it was a great experience for the students and the tutors, real lab experiments measuring mutation rates in yeast with gamma and neutron radiation. Back then there was also classroom time and students could receive credits in senior chemistry, biology or physics. They seem to have removed that component and focused on the lab experience for co-op credits instead. __**2)**__ University of Toronto: **__National Biology Competition__**: Thursday April 26, 2012 exam starts between 1pm and 3pm part of the requirement for participation in the National Biology Olympiad ( [|http://www.canadianbiologyolympiad.ca] ) Registration: Monday January 30 to Friday March 9 Cost : $7 per student, miniumum 3 students per school. Written in school locations. 50 multiple choice questions, tests are sent to schools one week in advance. from the website: [] "Any student can participate in the National Biology Competition, and on more than one occasion (e.g., a student can write both the 2011 and 2012 exams). Registered students in attendance at a secondary school are classified as official contestants and are eligible for individual awards and team competition, including students who complete their studies at the end of the first semester. Students in their first year of CEGEP in Quebec are also eligible. Students who do not meet the above requirements are welcome to write the examination as unofficial contestants. Teachers can also write the examination as unofficial contestants."
 * __1) Deep River Science Academy (DRSA):__** Summer Science Immersion: Deep River, Ontario

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Thread:Robotics and Mining CompetitionsPost:[|Robotics and Mining Competitions] Author:Louise DaurioPosted Date:December 11, 2011 1:10 PMStatus:Published First Robotics Canada- [] Students ages 14-18 get to compete in a robotics competition, work with engineers and engineering companies while learning about and working with new technologies. Competitions are annually and occur in different parts of the province at different times throughout the school year. There is also a Lego competition for younger children who then get to see what the older kids are working on. I attended this event last march in Mississauga with a group of kids from grades 1 and 2 who participated in the Lego competition. It was a really fantastic event that showcased science as an interesting, fun, and competitive venture. It is quite expensive to register a team $ 5000-6500, however corporate sponsorship often covers this cost, and there are also grants available. Ontario Mining Association- [] High schools students can compete to win cash prizes (up to $5000) by creating a short (2-3min) video that highlights the societal benefits of mining. Although this contest focuses on the benefits of mining, while students are investigating this they may also discover some of the negative impacts that mining has had on society and the environment and how technology and legal reforms have been evolving to remediate these negative aspects associated with mining. Dates for the contest are shown at the bottom of this post. Although this contest runs for only this year, geoscience associations and mining associations hold similar type contests yearly. Dates for this contest:
 * <span style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Competition opens **December 1, 2011**
 * <span style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Early Bird submission deadline on **March 1, 2012**
 * <span style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Entries close at midnight **March 15, 2012**
 * <span style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Voting for OMA Academy Award & Jury selection of People's Choice nominees **April 1 to 15, 2012**
 * <span style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Voting for People's Choice Award **April 20 to June 3, 2012**
 * <span style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Jury & Academy-selected prize winners notified by **May 22, 2012**
 * <span style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Awards Ceremony **June 5, 2012**

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Thread:Enrichment OpportunitiesPost:[|Enrichment Opportunities] Author:Narjis FatimaPosted Date:December 11, 2011 1:22 AMStatus:Published 1)Enrichment activity: SSEA is for students in Grades 7 to 12 who have a desire to explore science, math and technology in challenging and creative ways. Course is designed to help students develop their skills and theoretical knowledge in a specific area of science, applied science or engineering through hands-on learning and interactive projects. Environmental Engineering for a Sustainable Future

Ideas and Innovations: Approaches to Solving Critical Issues in Science and Engineering Location: The Saturday Science and Engineering Academy runs on Saturdays at U of T (St. George Campus) during the Fall and Spring. Grades 11 & 12

2:00 pm—5:00 pm [|Saturday Science & Engineering Academy] Ø [] Ø Location:University of Toronto, St. George Campus (Downtown) Ø $275 per student*, per course. Course fees include all course materials. 2) Enrichment activity: Grade 7-8, 9-12: Revitalization of Toronto’s Waterfront These activities, of course, are not mandatory, but will enrich the discussions that your students will engage in with the course instructors. Harbour front Centre is an innovative, non-profit cultural organization which provides internationally renowned programming in the arts, culture, education and recreation, all within a collection of distinctive venues in the heart of Toronto's downtown waterfront. Curriculum : Geography, History, Science, Visual Art (website http://www.waterfrontoronto.ca/ ). []

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Thread:Enrichment ActivitiesPost:[|Enrichment Activities] Author:Wendy LouisPosted Date:December 10, 2011 7:29 PMStatus:Published 1. 1. University of Toronto’s Engineering Department - ‘Engineering Outreach’ program Brief Description: The University of Toronto’s Engineering Department runs various ‘Engineering Outreach’ programs. There are different programs which address different segment of students such as girls, students of African descent and ‘high-achievers in science’. The programs are hands-on and engage students in realistic and challenging applications of science. What I really like about their programs is that students are engaged in collaborative problem-solving situations while having fun and being exposed to equipment which they may not be at their own high school. The high school students get to work with university students. Location: The programs occur at the downtown campus of U of T in the engineering buildings. Dates: Some program sessions run during the school year, others run during the summer. Cost: Varies (Some can be costly depending on duration. There are bursaries available.) Grade Levels: Varies from grade 7 – 12 Website: []

2. 2. The Ontario Science Centre has a ‘Science School’ for Grade 12 students. Brief Description: The Science School offers Grade 12 University Preparation credits in all of the sciences. It runs during the school year. Students must have completed the pre-requisite courses for the grade 12 courses in order to be eligible. Entrance is competitive as only 30 students from the province are selected. Students are treated as full-time students and are required to take 3 out of the 4 courses the School offers. The courses are part of the Ontario curriculum and are the same as followed at their high school. Location: Ontario Science Centre in Toronto Dates: One school semester Cost: Program fees are covered by the TDSB and TCDSB, therefore an admitted student is expected to be enrolled with a school board in Ontario. There is a $150.00 fee for lab coat and field trips. If a student is not from Toronto, they can live in a homestay ($400 -600 / per month ) or extended family. Grade Levels: Students must be completing Grade 12 Science coursesWebsite: http://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/oscschool/default.asp

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Thread:Summer ProgramsPost:[|Summer Programs] Author:Katarzyna HirniakPosted Date:December 9, 2011 8:11 PMStatus:Published
 * Shad Valley** is a 4-week summer enrichment program. The program is offered to students currently completing Grade 10, 11, 12. Workshops and lectures focus on the sciences, engineering, technology and entrepreneurship. The summer program is hosted by 10 of Canada’s universities such as Carleton University, McMaster University among others. The program fee is $3850.Website: []

Website: []
 * McMaster LEAP** is a non-profit Engineering summer program run by McMaster University throughout the months of July and August, whose main goal is to introduce high school students to the exciting world of Engineering. Students are able to select specific courses in Engineering such as Intro to Engineering (Grades 9,10), Engineering Technology (Grades 9-11), Engineering Design (Grades 10-12) and Bioengineering (Grade 10-12). Fees start from $650/2 week sessions to $1950/6 week sessions.