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Canada Agriculture and Food Museum New Exhibition: Cultivating Canadian Ingenuity

Canada Agriculture and Food Museum 901 Prince of Wales Dr, Ottawa
In-Person

“Innovating” means applying a new idea, practice, or technology to something that already exists to improve it. In agriculture, such advances can impact food, fibre, medicine, energy sources, and other […]

Included in cost of admission

A Journey into the World of Plankton

Exploramer 1 Rue du Quai, Sainte-Anne-des-Monts
In-Person

Take a closer look at plankton through a binocular magnifying glass, discover its role in the St Lawrence, and test your knowledge with some games.

Free

Brain. Body. Books.

University of Toronto – University College Library 15 King's College Circle, Toronto
In-Person

Borrow a book about the brain from University College Library! Discover how the study of the mind connects with language, biology, computer science, anthropology and more, with picks from UC’s […]

Free

Science Literacy Week at the Toronto Zoo: Curiosity Unleashed

Toronto Zoo 2000 Meadowvale Road, Toronto
In-Person

The Toronto Zoo is celebrating Science Literacy Week with a full week of family-friendly programming built around this year’s theme, Curiosity Unleashed.Meet the Guardians talks: learn about climate change, sustainable […]

Ongoing

‘Teeming Gardens’ Exhibition

Centre d’interprétation du Marais 69 chemin Roy, Magog
In-Person

This event is bilingual *Teeming Gardens* explores the subtle connections between insects and plants through Sophie Rozenn Boucher’s teeming world. By combining watercolour, cyanotype and digital collage, the artist reveals […]

Curiosity Trivia Engagement Board

University of Toronto – University College Library 15 King's College Circle, Toronto
In-Person

Every day of Science Literacy Week, two new science trivia questions go up on the board at University College Library. Vote for the answer you think is right, then check […]

Free

Discovering a fascinating world – The Cave of Saint-Léonard!

Caverne de Saint-Léonard 5200 boulevard Lavoisier, Montréal
In-Person

Spéléo Québec, in collaboration with the Saint-Léonard borough, is organising an open day on October 4th at the Caverne de Saint-Léonard (5200 Boulevard Lavoisier, Montreal). This event, for which registration […]

Free

Exhibition | A Shared World

Biosphere 160 Chem. du Tour de l'isle, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual The Biosphère presents the art and science exhibition ‘A Shared World’. It is an invitation to reconsider the way we live on Earth. The exhibition brings […]

Curious about transmission: experiment and explore

Collège Charles-Lemoyne, Saint-Lambert 901 ch Tiffin, Longueuil
In-Person

What would happen if we changed the size of a gear? What if we used a belt? In this engineering workshop, the young participants will start with basic instructions to […]

$35

Discovering a curious world – Saint Casimir’s Le Trou du diable

Trou du diable de Saint-Casimir 682 Rue Notre-Dame, Saint-Casimir
In-Person

Spéléo Québec, in collaboration with the Portneuf Regional Nature Park, will be holding an open day on October 4th at Le Trou du diable in Saint-Casimir (682 Rue Notre-Dame, Saint-Casimir). […]

Free

From planets to particles: a day of exploration

Bâtiment de physique Ernest Rutherford à l’Université McGill 3600 Rue University, Montréal
In-Person

Are you interested in the mysteries of our planet and beyond? As part of Science Literacy Week, McGill Physics Outreach & TSI Outreach are joining forces to organise ‘From Planets […]

Free

PseudoScience!

PseudoScience!
The Manitoba Museum 190 Rupert Ave, Winnipeg
In-Person

How good are you at separating science fact from science fiction? Put your curiosity to work with PseudoScience!, a hands-on Science Literacy Week activity in the Manitoba Museum’s Explore Science […]

Exhibition | Pleasures

Musée de la civilisation 85, rue Dalhousie, Québec
In-Person

This event is bilingual Pleasure – what exactly is it for? Through this exhibition at the Musée de la civilisation in Québec, discover a phenomenon that is as universal as […]

Interactive exhibition | Signs of life

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual   The search for extraterrestrial life is becoming a family activity The Universe is calling you! With the help of Penta-Oculus the alien, discover the mysteries […]

Nanualuk – Nordic Expedition

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual   ᓇᓄᐊᓗᒃ – Get started with an exciting interactive family activity! Set off on a quest packed with activities for children of all ages. Using a […]

Activities for 0-to-7-year-olds | Mini mondo

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual   A mini world of educational activities for children aged 0 to 7 Step into Mini Mondo, a fascinating world of interactive play divided into three […]

Funny Animals | A hilarious photo safari!

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual A fun family activity to discover the comical side of animals!Meet a bunch of friendly animals captured in the moment during funny, heart-warming or surprising moments.They’re […]

Interactive family exhibition | Human

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual A family activity to help you discover who you are and what you’ll become! You are the result of millions of transformations. Enjoy an interactive experience […]

Family | Explore – Science on a Grand Scale

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual The perfect interactive family activity for exploring science! When it comes to things to do in Montreal, Explore has mastered the science of fun. Discover the […]

Fascinating bats

Biodôme de Montréal 4777 avenue Pierre-De Coubertin, Montréal
In-Person

The only flying mammal on the planet, the bat is sometimes unloved, but certainly misunderstood. Come and discover the vital ecological role played by bats in this animated short. See […]

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Educational workshop | A fun-filled session

Musée de la civilisation 85, rue Dalhousie, Québec
In-Person

This event is bilingual.   Join a guide for this fun activity for the whole family, combining science and play, and discover your family’s ‘fun profile’! The workshop takes place […]

Guided walk | Autumn colours

Parc-nature du Bois-de-L’Île-Bizard 2115 chemin du Bord-du-Lac, L'Île-Bizard
In-Person

This event will be held in FrenchThe leaves on the trees are now red, orange and yellow… But how is that possible? Come with us on a visit to the […]

Free

Challenges | Balance in action

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual   Fun challenges to help you discover the importance of balance and proprioception in sport and everyday life. Come and find out how your inner ears, […]

Exhibition | This is where Montreal was founded

Pointe-à-Callière 350 place Royale, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual The Pointe-à-Callière Museum pays a heartfelt tribute to Paul de Chomedey de Maisonneuve and Jeanne Mance in the exhibition *This is where Montreal was founded*. The […]

Exhibition | Greece of the Heroes: In the Days of Troy

Pointe-à-Callière 350 place Royale, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual The exhibition Greece of the Heroes: In the Time of Troy at the Pointe-à-Callière Museum offers a unique opportunity to trace the origins of the myths […]

Documentary screening | Les héritiers

Cinéma du Musée 1379a, Rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

The documentary “Les héritiers” focuses on the famous colony of gulls on Deslauriers Island in the St Lawrence River Screening attended by the filmmaker Serge-Olivier Rondeau, a falconer and her […]

Creative Challenges | Fabrik²

Centre des sciences de Montreal 2 rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual. When looking for things to do in Montreal, what could be better than immersing yourself in the heart of the city? The Science Centre is celebrating […]

Événement en do #

Cosmodôme 2150 Laurentian Autoroute, Laval
In-Person

Julie Roch-Cuerrier, the artist behind the work ‘Éclipse en do #’, will begin by sharing her creative process and sources of inspiration. A string quartet from l’Orchestre symphonique de Laval […]

Free

Interactive audio walk | At the roots of the tree

Parc du Mont-Royal 1260, chemin Remembrance, Montréal
In-Person

This event is bilingual.   Led by the creator and director Sophie Mankowski, this immersive walk, lasting around 2½ hours, offers a glimpse of the audio tour “At the roots […]

$19,90