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Tomatosphere
Tomatosphere What happens when tomato seeds go to space? Order your seeds for students to plant, grow and investigate “space” tomato seeds while discovering how plants could help feed future space explorers. Investigate the effects of outer space on seed germination with your students!
Tomatosphere Adventure
Tomatosphere Adventure Can you grow tomatoes on Mars? Students explore plant science and photosynthesis in Minecraft Education before heading to Mars to build a greenhouse and grow their own space tomatoes.
‘Teeming Gardens’ Exhibition
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 the beauty of the minute and invites us to observe the biodiversity around us with care.
GRIL’s AquaQuiz
As part of Science Literacy Week, the GRIL Student Committee has organised an AquaQuiz for you. Come and test your knowledge before 12 October. There are prizes to be won just for taking part!
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum New Exhibition: Cultivating Canadian Ingenuity
“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 products that are familiar to all of us. Canadian farmers, manufacturers, and scientists innovate every day. These Canadian stories share just a few examples of […]
Included in cost of admission
A Journey into the World of Plankton
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
Curiosity Trivia Engagement Board
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 the UC Library’s Instagram (@uc_library_uoft) the next day for the results.When: Sunday, October 4 to Saturday, October 11, during library hoursWhere: University College Library, Mezzanine […]
Free
Science Literacy Week at the Toronto Zoo: Curiosity Unleashed
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 habitats and the Zoo’s conservation work. Check the Zoo’s website for the daily schedule.Interactive stations: hands-on learning with biofacts and species survival tips in the […]
Brain. Body. Books.
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 cognitive science and bestseller collections.When: October 4–10, during library hoursWhere: University College Library, 15 King’s College CircleWho: Open to allRegistration: None neededPart of Science Literacy […]
Free
Fascinating bats
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 you in the Biodôme’s tropical forest.
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Monday, September 28, 2026
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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Thursday, October 1, 2026
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October 1, 2026 –Book launch | Marcelle Gauvreau
Book launch | Marcelle Gauvreau
Éditions MultiMondes invites you to come and celebrate the launch of the book MARCELLE GAUVREAU, written by Mélanie Robitaille and illustrated by Dominique Trudeau. *** To bring to life the richness of Marcelle Gauvreau’s life and times, this book takes the form of an imagined diary, based on archive documents and previously unpublished interviews. It […]
Free
Friday, October 2, 2026
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October 2, 2026 –Interactive audio walk | At the roots of the tree
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October 2, 2026 –Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
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October 2, 2026 –Interactive audio walk | At the roots of the tree
Interactive audio walk | At the roots of the tree
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 of the tree”. Through discussions and audio recordings, participants discover the trees of Mount Royal Forest, its history and its unique character. Expert insights, accounts […]
$19,90
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Curious about artificial intelligence? Ahead of Science Literacy Week, this beginner-friendly session covers what AI is, how it works and where you may already be using it every day. You’ll also explore how AI shapes the media you see and how to tell what’s real from what’s AI-generated. No experience needed.Where: Captain William Spry Public […]
Free
Interactive audio walk | At the roots of the tree
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 of the tree”. Through discussions and audio recordings, participants discover the trees of Mount Royal Forest, its history and its unique character. Expert insights, accounts […]
$19,90
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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October 3, 2026 –Experience for 5 years and older | Otters Lunch
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October 3, 2026 –Science Discovery Morning | Volcanoes
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October 3, 2026 –Génitrucs Club
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October 3, 2026 –Family hike | The mountain’s best-kept secrets
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October 3, 2026 –Planting native trees and shrubs
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October 3, 2026 –PseudoScience!
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October 3, 2026 –Educational workshop | A fun-filled session
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October 3, 2026 –Asteroids and Comets!
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October 3, 2026 –Génitrucs Club
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October 3, 2026 –Drop-in Science Saturday
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October 3, 2026 –Constellations 101
Experience for 5 years and older | Otters Lunch
This event is bilingual At the Ecomuseum Zoo, find out what the river otters have for lunch! An omelette or fish – what do you reckon? River otters are among the animals most loved by the public! And with good reason – they’re playful and very charismatic! Don’t miss the chance to meet Taj and […]
Science Discovery Morning | Volcanoes
This event will be held in FrenchIntroduce little ones aged 3 to 5 to the wonders of science with a fun family workshop. The workshop lasts around 45 minutes: a story is read, followed by a guided, interactive activity. – Booking essential – Parents must be present during the workshop
$7
Génitrucs Club
The Génitrucs Club is aimed at curious, creative children aged 8 to 12 who are passionate about science and technology. Throughout the school year, members will have the opportunity to take part in sessions on a variety of topics. As the sessions progress, they will work on joint projects, drawing on their knowledge, discoveries and […]
$180.00
Family hike | The mountain’s best-kept secrets
Let yourself be enchanted by the Piedmont woodland on a family walk that’s both fun and educational. This little-known trail will reveal a surprising natural world, where flora, fauna and rock formations are brimming with fascinating secrets. You’ll discover many hidden mysteries as you explore. A lovely way to learn while having fun! Meeting point: […]
Planting native trees and shrubs
This event is bilingual. Planting initiatives help to support natural regeneration and promote forest biodiversity, which has been disrupted by the presence of invasive alien species and habitat fragmentation. These measures form part of a comprehensive approach to restoring the natural habitats of Mount Royal. Venue: Outside the Chalet du Mont-Royal, 1196 Voie Camillien-Houde, […]
PseudoScience!
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 Zone. Choose a mystery science claim, decide what you think is true, then grab a bead and cast your vote. Sounds simple, right? But there […]
Educational workshop | A fun-filled session
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 in two parts: 1. First of all, a brief introduction that breaks down how fun works in the brain. 2. Next, it’s time for a […]
Asteroids and Comets!
Join us for both Science Literacy Week and World Space Week as we host fun engaging space exploration themed activities across several City of Mississauga Library Locations. Today’s theme is Asteroids and Comets! Explore the fascinating world of comets and uncover how they are formed in the distant corners of our solar system. Then get […]
Free
Génitrucs Club
The Génitrucs Club is aimed at curious, creative children aged 8 to 12 who are passionate about science and technology. Throughout the school year, members will have the opportunity to take part in sessions on a variety of topics. As the sessions progress, they will work on joint projects, drawing on their knowledge, discoveries and […]
$180.00
Drop-in Science Saturday
Join our STEAM staff for our first Drop-in Science Saturday of the fall! When: Saturdays from 1-3pm, October 3rd – December 12th Where: Whitehorse Public Library, 1171 Front St What: Drop-in, hands on STEAM activity for parents/guardians and kids to do together. This intergenerational program is a great opportunity for the whole family to learn […]
Constellations 101
Join us for both Science Literacy Week and World Space Week as we host fun engaging space exploration themed activities across several City of Mississauga Library Locations. Today’s theme is Constellations! This interactive workshop will introduce participants to the night sky and the many ways in which humans have used patterns and stories to understand […]
Sunday, October 4, 2026
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October 4, 2026 –Exhibition | A Shared World
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October 4, 2026 –Discovering a fascinating world – The Cave of Saint-Léonard!
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October 4, 2026 –Curious about transmission: experiment and explore
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October 4, 2026 –Exhibition | Pleasures
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October 4, 2026 –Discovering a curious world – Saint Casimir’s Le Trou du diable
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October 4, 2026 –Interactive exhibition | Signs of life
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October 4, 2026 –Nanualuk – Nordic Expedition
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October 4, 2026 –Activities for 0-to-7-year-olds | Mini mondo
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October 4, 2026 –Family | Explore – Science on a Grand Scale
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October 4, 2026 –Funny Animals | A hilarious photo safari!
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October 4, 2026 –Interactive family exhibition | Human
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October 4, 2026 –From planets to particles: a day of exploration
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October 4, 2026 –PseudoScience!
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October 4, 2026 –Educational workshop | A fun-filled session
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October 4, 2026 –Guided walk | Autumn colours
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October 4, 2026 –Exhibition | This is where Montreal was founded
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October 4, 2026 –Exhibition | Greece of the Heroes: In the Days of Troy
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October 4, 2026 –Challenges | Balance in action
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October 4, 2026 –Creative Challenges | Fabrik²
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October 4, 2026 –Documentary screening | Les héritiers
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October 4, 2026 –Événement en do #
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October 4, 2026 –Interactive audio walk | At the roots of the tree
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October 4, 2026 –Be a Smart Gamer Hero! Staying Safe & Kind Online
Exhibition | A Shared World
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 together artists who explore life in all its diversity (plants, birds, fish, human beings). Through their works, the artists remind us that the world we […]
Discovering a fascinating world – The Cave of Saint-Léonard!
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 is compulsory but free of charge, will give you the chance to discover this little-known natural environment and experience some thrilling adventures underground! The day […]
Free
Curious about transmission: experiment and explore
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 build their first mechanism… and then it will be up to them to experiment! By modifying the various transmission systems, they will observe how these […]
$35
Exhibition | Pleasures
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 it is intimate. What happens in our minds when we feel pleasure? And in our bodies? How does addiction work? Is there a difference between […]
Discovering a curious world – Saint Casimir’s Le Trou du diable
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). This event, for which registration is compulsory but free of charge, will give you the chance to discover this little-known natural environment and experience some […]
Free
Interactive exhibition | Signs of life
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 of life on Earth and in the Universe, and the latest advances in the search for extraterrestrial life. From planets to exoplanets, using space rovers […]
Nanualuk – Nordic Expedition
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 smart device, you’ll need to explore, gather clues, analyse and share your discoveries throughout an adventure that’s as mysterious as it is fascinating. Complete missions […]
Activities for 0-to-7-year-olds | Mini mondo
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 zones, where children set off to explore their surroundings. Here, they can touch objects, smell different scents, see everything and listen to sounds – all […]
Family | Explore – Science on a Grand Scale
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 science behind movement, air, light, water, geometry, matter and code with a giant soap bubble, water tables, a crane and many other interactive activities.
Funny Animals | A hilarious photo safari!
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 sure to make you laugh and keep you entertained.It’s impossible to leave this exhibition without a smile on your face.
Interactive family exhibition | Human
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 across two zones that will help you discover your place in human evolution, understand what makes you who you are, and gain a glimpse of […]
From planets to particles: a day of exploration
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 to Particles: a mini-fair of exploration activities’. Join us on Sunday 4 October between 10:00AM and 4:00PM at the Rutherford Physics Building on the McGill […]
Free
PseudoScience!
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 Zone. Choose a mystery science claim, decide what you think is true, then grab a bead and cast your vote. Sounds simple, right? But there […]
Educational workshop | A fun-filled session
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 in two parts: 1. First of all, a brief introduction that breaks down how fun works in the brain. 2. Next, it’s time for a […]
Guided walk | Autumn colours
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 forest as it takes on its most beautiful colours! GOOD TO KNOW To make sure you enjoy your outing, dress for the weather. Some parks […]
Free
Exhibition | This is where Montreal was founded
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 tour takes visitors across a glass floor overlooking the remains of the Fort de Ville-Marie, which were uncovered during various archaeological excavation campaigns carried out […]
Exhibition | Greece of the Heroes: In the Days of Troy
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 of The Iliad and The Odyssey and to discover the inner workings of this epic that shaped the Greek imagination and influenced numerous civilizations. Drawing […]
Challenges | Balance in action
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, eyes, joints and muscles work with your brain to help you move with precision! Flexible opening hours, between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Creative Challenges | Fabrik²
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 its Montreal identity with four challenges inspired by the city. Come up with technological solutions and build them using all sorts of objects and real […]
Documentary screening | Les héritiers
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 falcon. Synopsis: By giving a voice to a colony of ring-billed gulls, “Les héritiers” challenges the conventional perspective of wildlife cinema to explore new ways […]
Événement en do #
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 will then perform a selection of pieces inspired by the artwork. The event will conclude with a cultural outreach activity for children, whilst admission to […]
Free
Interactive audio walk | At the roots of the tree
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 of the tree”. Through discussions and audio recordings, participants discover the trees of Mount Royal Forest, its history and its unique character. Expert insights, accounts […]
$19,90
Be a Smart Gamer Hero! Staying Safe & Kind Online
Calling all young gamers and their families! Are you ready to become a digital hero? Join us for an exciting 1-hour session where we will learn the best tricks for staying safe and being super kind in the gaming world. We will talk about how to protect your personal information and how to make sure […]