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Engineering Outreach

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Elementary Programs

Elementary Programs

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High School Programs

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Teacher Programs

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.

200,000+

youth have participated in our programs to date

7,000+

educators have participated in our programs to date

950+

mentors and volunteer workers have made our programs possible

2,900+

hours have been spent educating youth about STEM

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.

See our full list of supporters

 

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

Science Quest

Science Quest

Friday, July 10, 2026
Friday, July 17, 2026

Grades 4 to 6

Young explorers will embark on an immersive adventure where each session transports them into a new world: deep underground caves, the vastness of outer space, a bubbling chemistry lab, and a remote deserted island! Through hands-on engineering challenges, experiments, and creative problem-solving, participants will think and act like real scientists and engineers as they complete each mission.
Virtual Girls Coding Workshop Series (Grades 9 to 12)

Virtual Girls Coding Workshop Series (Grades 9 to 12)

Fridays from July 6 to July 20, 2026

Grades 9 to 12

Get ready for the ultimate mix of tech design and creative storytelling! This session takes students on an exciting journey through digital art and programming as they graduate from visual Scratch blocks to text-based C++ logic. From scratch-built animated stories and classic arcade mechanics to fully customized text adventures, participants will get tons of hands-on coding practice.
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