Engineering Outreach
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What we do.
At Engineering Outreach, our mission is to enrich the educational journey of K-12 students across the Durham Region and beyond, instilling a deep-rooted passion for STEM. We strive to make STEM education both accessible and inclusive, especially for those from traditionally underrepresented communities. Here’s how we make an impact:
- Accessibility and Inclusion: Ensuring every student has the opportunity to explore STEM, regardless of background.
- Hands-On Learning: Delivering immersive STEM experiences through workshops and activities in schools and community hubs.
- Digital Literacy and Skills Development: Equipping students with the necessary digital skills for the future.
- Support for Educators: Empowering teachers and school leaders with resources and training to enhance STEM education delivery.
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Our Supporters
We are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of our many supporters and partner organizations who believe in the power of STEM education. Their contributions not only fuel our initiatives but also help cultivate a diverse and vibrant community of young minds eager to dive into the realms of science, engineering, and math. Together, we are laying the foundation for a future where every child can achieve their potential in the exciting world of STEM.
Engineering Outreach is a network member of Actua. Actua is a leading Canadian science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) youth outreach organization. Each year, the Actua network engages over 500,000 youth in 600 communities across Canada in transformative STEM learning experiences that build critical skills and confidence. Please visit www.actua.ca.
Current Open Programs
Black Youth STEM Club
Tuesday, October 7, 14, and 21
Grades 1 to 3
Black Youth Virtual Coding Club
Wednesday, October 22, 29, November 2
Grades 1 to 12
This club is designed to spark interest in STEM among Black youth through hands-on activities and mentorship from Black STEM students at Ontario Tech!
Black Youth Virtual Digital Safety Workshops
Wednesday, September 27 or Saturday, October 4
Grades 1 to 3, 4 to 6, and 7 to 12
Tailored to each age group, these workshops introduce foundational digital skills to younger students and progressively build towards more advanced coding and digital safety topics for older participants.
InSTEM Days - Youth Club
October
Grades 1 to 4 and 5 to 8
Guided by Indigenous students, the Clubs are grounded in Indigenous land-based learning, demonstrating the intersections between Indigenous knowledge, STEM, and engineering design to Indigenous youth.
AI in Manufacturing Workshops
September 23, 24, and 25
Grades 9 to 12
In this three-part virtual workshop series, students will discover how programming and artificial intelligence transform modern manufacturing—all using Google Colab, a cloud-based Python environment, and Google’s Teachable Machine.
Future Leaders in Training
Various Dates in October and November
Grades 9 to 12
Unlock your potential with our transformative 4-week program designed to propel Ontario Secondary Students into the forefront of tomorrow’s digital workplace. Gain in-demand leadership skills, mentorship from industry leaders, and preparation for future opportunities.
Robotics Competition
Saturday, November 15
Grades 7 to 12
For over a decade, our Robotics Competition has been the go-to event for elementary and high school students seeking an affordable, action-packed, and hands-on robotics challenge. Students will design, build, and program their LEGO® EV3, SPIKE Prime, or NXT robots.