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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Biosonification* Exchange Project is a new series at Science World presented by multi-disciplinary singer-songwriter, Ginalina, that invites us to explore ways of connecting with the natural world through plant sounds, science, stories and art. Two themes will inspire us throughout the fall: Nature’s Signals and how we are Interwoven.

Drop in to the UTM Library for a break full of curiosity: play science trivia, take on the “Guess what’s in the box?” challenge, unwind with a collaborative colouring activity, and make your own Curiosity Catcher.This drop-in also runs Thursday, October 8.Where: UTM Library, Main Floor, Hazel McCallion Academic Learning CentreWho: Current U of T […]

As part of Science Literacy Week, Lexie and Lenny are getting curious, asking questions, and discovering how people and animals explore the amazing world around them! Today, they’re learning about sound and how we use it to listen, communicate, and explore our surroundings. Join them to read Moses Goes to a Concert by Isaac Millman […]

This event will be held in French only.   Find out more about carnivorous plants – these mysterious and intriguing plants! How does their trap work? What do they eat? How have they evolved? Come and visit our greenhouse, home to over 1,200 carnivorous plants – our guide will reveal all their secrets! No booking […]

Here is a workshop where the science of the atom meets the kitchen, and where pupils can make their own fruit juice ‘caviar’ and taste it. Their brains will be just as stimulated as their taste buds! They’ll learn more about polymers – those amazing molecules that form the basis of a whole host of […]

In honour of Science Literacy Week, Relay Education leads a hands-on workshop on biogas. Kids will learn how digesting organic waste can produce renewable energy, how biogas helps reduce our environmental impact, and how a biodigester works a lot like human digestion. They’ll also mix simple household chemicals to watch the reactions. Snacks are provided.Where: […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

This event is bilingual. Just as the planets orbit the Sun, our Solar System continues its own journey through our Galaxy. Explore the Milky Way, discover its history, its future, and the dynamic transformations constantly taking place within it in the new film presented by the Planetarium | Space for Life, “Encounters in the Milky […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Where has your curiosity taken you? Whether you study science, work in a lab or just love noticing the natural world, you have a story worth telling. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use art and collage to explore your own relationship with science, from the questions that first hooked you to the ones you’re still […]

As part of Science Literacy Week, the Centre for Research on Brain, Language and Music is pleased to present a fun-filled afternoon of interactive science activities, games, arts and crafts. This drop-in event, suitable for all ages, invites you to join us for an afternoon of science outreach activities and to take up Science Literacy […]

What does the sun look like up close? Astronomers from the Dunlap Institute for Astronomy & Astrophysics will set up special solar telescopes outside Gerstein so you can view sunspots, coronal loops and prominences for yourself. The first 50 visitors get a free Star Finder!Weather permitting: cancelled if it rains or the sky is completely […]

Put your science IQ to the test! Stop by outside Gerstein, answer a tricky trivia question, and spin the wheel to win a snack.Where: Outside the Gerstein Science Information Centre (9 King’s College Circle)Who: Current U of T students, staff and faculty — members of the public are also welcomeRegistration: None needed — drop in […]

As part of Science Literacy Week, Lexie and Lenny are getting curious, asking questions, and discovering how people and animals explore the amazing world around them! Today, they’re learning about smell and how people and animals can use their noses to gather information about their surroundings. Join them to read The Detective Dog by Julia […]

This event will be held in French only.   Find out more about carnivorous plants – these mysterious and intriguing plants! How does their trap work? What do they eat? How have they evolved? Come and visit our greenhouse, home to over 1,200 carnivorous plants – our guide will reveal all their secrets! No booking […]

This event will be held in FrenchJoin us every Tuesday at Jacques-Cartier Park for a friendly get-together, where sharing, nature and discovering local biodiversity are the order of the day! Accompanied by our naturalist, you’ll explore the natural world, learn to identify local flora and fauna, and enjoy some time outdoors in good company. Each […]

Did you know U of T students, staff and faculty can use two 3D printers at Gerstein? Watch a MakerBot Sketch Large printer in action, learn what 3D printing can do, and find out how to become a certified user through 3D Printing @ Gerstein. You can also test your knowledge of the science of […]

Mix, fizz, stretch, and discover! In this hands-on Science Literacy Week program, school-age kids will create colourful bubbling “magic potions” and make their own stretchy slime that’s super gooey. Ages 5-12 years old. Caregiver supervision required. Costumes optional. Prepare for icky spooky fun! REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Celebrate Science Literacy Week on a guided walking tour of six science-focused libraries on the St. George campus. The route also takes in some of the most scenic corners of campus.The tour leaves promptly at 4:00 pm. Because it’s a walking tour, latecomers may be left behind.Meeting point: Outside the Robarts Common main entrance (369 […]

Explore the world of coding with Dash robots! Kids complete fun challenges using simple drag-and-drop coding. Offered as part of Digital Inclusion Week and Science Literacy Week.Where: York Woods Branch, Program Room (basement)Who: Kids ages 6–12Registration: RequiredFull details on the Toronto Public Library website.

Something has gone wrong in the lab, and only your team can solve the mystery! Work together to uncover clues, crack codes and complete challenges in this science-themed escape room.Where: J. D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, HubbardsWho: Ages 8–12Registration: Required — visit or call the branch at 902-857-9176Full details on the Halifax Public Libraries website.

Award-winning writer, naturalist and environmental activist, Briony Penn, will discuss her new book, Seabird Trials: How A Scientist Took Big Oil to Court and Won. At a time when scientists are increasingly questioned and silenced, Penn will share stories of resilience and restoration both by the seabirds themselves after one of the deadliest oil spills […]

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 Galaxies! Blast off on a galaxy adventure! Discover what galaxies are, learn about the different types found throughout the universe, and explore how they form. […]

Online fraud and cyberattacks are becoming increasingly common and can affect anyone. This presentation will help you better understand the basic concepts of cybersecurity related to fraud, as well as the main threats, risks, and methods most commonly used by fraudsters. It emphasizes prevention and the best practices to follow to protect your personal information […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

This event is bilingual. Just as the planets orbit the Sun, our Solar System continues its own journey through our Galaxy. Explore the Milky Way, discover its history, its future, and the dynamic transformations constantly taking place within it in the new film presented by the Planetarium | Space for Life, “Encounters in the Milky […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

This event is bilingual.   Come learn about the native squashes of Quebec and discover the varieties grown right here on campus at the Mac Market. Test your knowledge through games, try samples of a new squash recipe created by human nutrition students, gain new cooking tips, and much more! Offered in collaboration by the […]

As part of Science Literacy Week, Lexie and Lenny are getting curious, asking questions, and discovering how people and animals explore the amazing world around them! Today, they’re learning about sight and how computers can process visual information in a different way than our eyes do. Join them to read Sonia’s Digital World by Shannon […]

See some of the most important scientific books ever printed, up close. Highlights include a 14th-century Latin manuscript of Euclid’s Elements, Copernicus’s revolutionary 16th-century work on planetary motion, and Andreas Vesalius’s landmark anatomical illustrations, along with early works in chemistry, physics, biology and medicine.This year, you can also learn about the Library’s work where science […]

This event will be held in French only.   Find out more about carnivorous plants – these mysterious and intriguing plants! How does their trap work? What do they eat? How have they evolved? Come and visit our greenhouse, home to over 1,200 carnivorous plants – our guide will reveal all their secrets! No booking […]

For Science Literacy Week, the branch’s play zone becomes a lab! Something has gone wrong in the lab, and only your team can solve the mystery! Work together to uncover clues, crack codes and complete challenges in this science-themed escape room.Where: Captain William Spry Public Library, HalifaxWho: Ages 8–12Registration: Required — space is limitedFull details […]

Celebrate Science Literacy Week with a solar observing party on the Fort York patio! Astronomers from the University of Toronto’s Dunlap Institute will set up telescopes with solar filters so you can safely see sunspots and solar prominences, and learn about solar viewing safety. Chat with the astronomers, look through the telescopes and make chalk […]

Quebec is home to several hundred species of spiders. They often have a bad reputation, but the vast majority are harmless to us. Their diversity is incredible: some ‘fly’ along silk threads and travel for kilometres, whilst others dance to attract a mate or capture their prey without ever spinning a web. Let’s get out […]

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 about living in space. Blast off on a space adventure! Discover what it’s really like to live and work as an astronaut. Learn how astronauts […]

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 about our Earth-Moon-and Sun! Discover how moon phases form, learn what causes eclipses, and unlock the secrets of our cosmic neighborhood. Join us in the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

This event is bilingual. Just as the planets orbit the Sun, our Solar System continues its own journey through our Galaxy. Explore the Milky Way, discover its history, its future, and the dynamic transformations constantly taking place within it in the new film presented by the Planetarium | Space for Life, “Encounters in the Milky […]

Used by scientists for hundreds of years, a nature journal allows you to record your observations and reflections on the natural world. Through words, diagrams, drawings and figures, you’ll learn to observe and engage with nature in your own way – no artistic skill required. With your notebook in hand, come and explore different woodlands, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

This event is bilingual.   Come learn about the native squashes of Quebec and discover the varieties grown right here on campus at the Mac Market. Test your knowledge through games, get a new squash recipe created by human nutrition students, gain new cooking tips, and much more! Offered in collaboration by the Office of […]

Drop in to the UTM Library for a break full of curiosity: play science trivia, take on the “Guess what’s in the box?” challenge, unwind with a collaborative colouring activity, and make your own Curiosity Catcher.This drop-in also runs Monday, October 5.Where: UTM Library, Main Floor, Hazel McCallion Academic Learning CentreWho: Current U of T […]

True superheroes of the ocean, sharks possess extraordinary abilities that enable them to thrive in all the world’s seas. What are their superpowers? Which sharks live in Canada? How can we study them through science? Dive into the world of sharks with this exciting webinar!(The event will be held in French)

As part of Science Literacy Week, Lexie and Lenny are getting curious, asking questions, and discovering how people and animals explore the amazing world around them! Today, they’re learning about taste and how taste buds help us detect different flavours and send information to our brains. Join them to read Dragons Love Tacos by Adam […]

This event will be held in French only.   Find out more about carnivorous plants – these mysterious and intriguing plants! How does their trap work? What do they eat? How have they evolved? Come and visit our greenhouse, home to over 1,200 carnivorous plants – our guide will reveal all their secrets! No booking […]

This event will be held in FrenchJoin us every Thursday at the André-Nadeau outdoor activity centre for a friendly get-together, where sharing, nature and discovering local biodiversity are the order of the day! Accompanied by our naturalist, you’ll explore the natural world, learn to identify local flora and fauna, and enjoy some time outdoors in […]

Éditions MultiMondes invites you to come and celebrate the launch of the book MARCELLE GAUVREAU, written by Mélanie Robitaille and illustrated by Dominique Trudeau. The event will feature a talk hosted by Julie Collin. *** To bring to life the richness of Marcelle Gauvreau’s life and times, this book takes the form of an imagined […]

What can stone tools tell us about the people who lived in this area several thousand years ago? Delve into the ancient history of Île Saint-Bernard and discover how the analysis of stone tools enables archaeologists to gain a better understanding not only of how the area was settled, but also of the links and […]

THE EMERGENCE OF ORIGAMI in China and Japan was linked to the invention of a revolutionary new material: paper. Today, concepts from this classical art are spurring new advances in fields such as deployable structures, soft robotics, programmable materials, and nanomaterials. Join MIAM for a talk by two leaders in this field, Hamid Akbarzadeh (McGill […]

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 about our Earth-Moon-and Sun! Discover how moon phases form, learn what causes eclipses, and unlock the secrets of our cosmic neighborhood. Join us in the […]

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 […]