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Elementary School Programs

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Our Elementary Programs are carefully crafted to ignite young minds with a passion for engineering and STEM. Here's what makes our programs stand out:

  • Targeted for Grades K-8: Engaging content designed to spark curiosity and creativity among young learners.
  • Hands-On Learning: Students dive into science, technology, engineering, and math through interactive activities and challenges.
  • Simplified Complex Concepts: We turn complex ideas into fun, hands-on projects to foster a love for learning and problem-solving.
  • Curriculum Developed by Experts: Created by experienced educators and engineers, our programs are tailored to stimulate curiosity, encourage exploration, and promote teamwork.

Join us as we equip the next generation with the tools they need to understand the building blocks of the future.

 


Summer Programs
Girls Programs
Black Youth Programs
Indigenous Youth Programs
Library Workshops
At Home Learning

 

General Outreach Programs

  • Winters Market Workshop (Currently Open)

    Winter Makers Workshop - Design, Create & Light It Up | November 17 & 28

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    Grades: 4–6
    Dates: Mondays, November 17 & 24
    Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
    Location: In Person @ Ontario Tech University
    Cost: $55 per participant

    Unleash your creativity this winter through design, art, and hands-on STEM! In this two-part workshop, students will explore both 3D design and simple electronics to bring their own glowing winter creations to life. 

    ❄️ What You’ll Learn & Do

    In this fun and interactive program, participants will:

    • Learn 3D design using Tinkercad to create a unique winter-themed model, snowflake, winter creature, or cool decoration of their choice.

    • Watch their custom design come to life through 3D printing.

    • Discover the basics of electric circuits, LEDs, and conductivity.

    • Design and build a glowing light-up project, wiring it themselves to make it shine!

    • Take home their 3D-printed item and their handmade light-up creation

    💡 Why This Workshop Is Special

    • Combines creativity, design, and hands-on engineering.

    • Great introduction to 3D design and simple electronics.

    • Students bring home two personalized creations they built themselves.

    • Encourages problem-solving, imagination, and STEM confidence.

 

Girls Programs

  • STEM and Coding Clubs
  • Conferences

    Go CODE Girl Conference | Annually 

    Discover the exciting fields of coding, software engineering, and computer science at Go CODE Girl, a free event designed to inspire and empower girls interested in technology! Girls will learn coding basics and test their knowledge through fun, interactive activities led by Ontario Tech Engineering students. Get the chance to learn all about the university and see what software engineers and computer scientists do by hearing from current Ontario Tech students, as well as professionals in the industry!

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    Go ENG Girl Conference | Annually 

    Go ENG Girl is a free event where girls in grades 7 to 10 can dive into the exciting world of engineering! You'll get to build, experiment, and explore hands-on projects while learning what makes engineering so awesome. No need to be a science whiz---just bring your curiosity and creativity! Girls will enjoy hearing from a female engineering guest speaker and meeting like-minded peers!

    Parents are also welcome to attend to enjoy insightful guest speakers and team up with their children to tackle a fun engineering activity in the afternoon!

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  • Girl Guides Offerings (Currently Open)

    Girls STEM Lab 

    Bring the excitement of science, technology, engineering, and math to your Girl Guides unit with free, hands-on STEM workshops designed just for girls! Our workshops spark curiosity, build problem-solving skills, and show how STEM connects to the real world. Each session is led by Ontario Tech female-identifying student leaders and tailored to the age group of your Girl Guide unit.

    If you are interested in running a Girl Guide Badge Day workshop with your troop, please reach out to sarah.wedge@ontariotechu.ca.

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

 

Black Youth Programs

  • STEM and Coding Clubs

    We are not currently running any STEM and Coding Clubs. Sign up for our mailing list to be the first to hear about our new programs!

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  • Black Girls Empowerment STEM Club

    Black Girls Empowerment STEM Club for Grades 3 to 5

    The Black Girls Empowerment STEM Club, a collaborative effort between the Ajax Public Library, the Congress of Black Women of Canada Ajax/Pickering Chapter and Ontario Tech University, is designed to spark interest in STEM among young Black girls through hands-on activities and mentorship from Black female STEM students from Ontario Tech. This initiative aims to educate and inspire, highlighting the real-world impact of STEM fields and the engineering design process while encouraging the growth of digital skills.

    REGISTRATION CLOSED, CLICK HERE AND BE FIRST TO HEAR OF OUR NEW PROGRAMS

     

  • Black Girls in STEM

    Black Girls in STEM Program for Grades 6 to 8

    Black Girls in STEM is an empowering program led by Ontario Tech University's Engineering Outreach in collaboration with the Kenyan Women In Canada Association. This initiative is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster a sense of belonging among young Black girls through hands-on STEM activities and mentorship from Black university students in STEM fields.

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  • Young Black Men Empowerment STEM Program (Currently Open)

    Young Black Men Empowerment Program | Grades 6 to 8

    The Young Black Men Empowerment STEM Program, a partnership between 100 Strong and Ontario Tech University’s Engineering Outreach, inspires young Black men to explore STEM through hands-on activities and mentorship from Black university students. By highlighting real-world STEM applications and the engineering design process, the program builds digital skills, confidence, and belonging while empowering participants to pursue STEM careers and promote diversity in the field.

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    Location: Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa Campus

    Dates:

    • Saturday, October 18, 2025

    • Saturday, November 29, 2025

    • Saturday, January 18, 2026

    • Saturday, February 21, 2026

    • Saturday, March 14, 2026

    • Saturday, April 11, 2026

    • Saturday, May 9, 2026

    Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

  • NSBE Conference
    Thanks to everyone who attended our NSBE Conference! 

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Indigenous Youth Programs

  • Youth Clubs

    InSTEM Days - Youth Club

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    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 from Grades 1 to 12. We aim to renew students’ pride with their Indigenous identity and increase their confidence in the pursuit of STEM careers and education.

    We are excited to launch this program in-person! We will be hosting interactive programming at Ontario Tech University! Hope to see you there! 

    Cost Per Participant: FREE

    Location: Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa

    Grades

    Dates

    Time

    Grades 1 to 4
    Thursday, October 9, 2025 
    Thursday, October 16, 2025
    Thursday, October 23, 2025 

    5 to 7 p.m.

    Grades 5 to 8
    Tuesday, October 7, 2025
    Tuesday, October 14, 2025 
    Tuesday, October 21, 2025

    Any questions regarding the program can be sent to Hunter Johnson, Engineering Outreach Coordinator, hunter.johnson@ontariotechu.ca

 

Library Workshops

Explore the excitement of STEM and coding with our Library Workshops! These interactive sessions immerse young learners in engineering and coding challenges, sparking their curiosity and enhancing their problem-solving skills. Kids will delve into STEM disciplines, including programming basics, and discover how engineering solves real-world problems. It's a perfect opportunity to inspire a love for science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun, engaging setting.

 

Summer Camps

Hosted by Engineering Outreach in partnership with Ontario Tech Continuous Learning and the Faculty of Education. Our camps offer young learners the chance to explore engineering and technology through hands-on activities and guidance from experienced educators. Dive into innovation, build new skills, and spark a lifelong passion for STEM!

EXPLORE SUMMER CAMPS

 

At Home Learning

Our at-home learning options for kids are designed to bring the excitement and discovery of engineering right into your living room. With a wide array of online resources, virtual workshops, and interactive kits, we make it easy for children to explore, create, and learn at their own pace. These resources are crafted to engage young minds with real-world engineering challenges, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

EXPLORE AT HOME LEARNING RESOURCES