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Scientists in School Scientists in School is a leading Canadian charity dedicated to sparking children's interest in STEM.

At the heart of Scientists in School's work are our award-winning, inquiry-based workshops for Kindergarten through Grade 8 students. With Scientists in School, students become scientists in their school and are able to see, touch and do science using specialized equipment and materials, all under the guidance of real science experts from their communities.

The workshop presenters at Scientists in School are enthusiastic role models who are looking to make a lasting positive ...
10/13/2026

The workshop presenters at Scientists in School are enthusiastic role models who are looking to make a lasting positive impact on youth STEM confidence.

Our presenters come from diverse backgrounds, yet all have one thing in common: a passion for sharing their expertise in science, technology, engineering, and math with the youth of today.

Does that sound like you? Learn more about what it means to be a STEM expert presenter and apply today on our website: https://scientistsinschool.ca/about/careers/

This Science Literacy Week, we’re helping you unleash your curiosity by sharing some of our best tips for finding high-q...
10/09/2026

This Science Literacy Week, we’re helping you unleash your curiosity by sharing some of our best tips for finding high-quality STEM information.

Learn how we debunked our (least) favourite myths: https://scientistsinschool.ca/5-common-science-myths-debunked/

Comment below with your own tips for finding STEM information.

Myth: Goldenrod causes hay fever.Fact: Goldenrod’s pollen is too heavy to reach your nose. Ragweed, on the other hand, n...
10/09/2026

Myth: Goldenrod causes hay fever.
Fact: Goldenrod’s pollen is too heavy to reach your nose. Ragweed, on the other hand, not only blooms at the same time but is a common allergen.

This Science Literacy Week, we’re sharing a few of our least favourite myths and the truth behind them. Pin the blame on the right flowering plant: https://scientistsinschool.ca/5-common-science-myths-debunked/

Myth: Gum will stay in your digestive system for 7 years if you swallow it.Fact: Gum is made of digestible material, it ...
10/08/2026

Myth: Gum will stay in your digestive system for 7 years if you swallow it.
Fact: Gum is made of digestible material, it doesn’t stick around any longer than other food.

This Science Literacy Week, we’re sharing a few of our least favourite myths and the truth behind them. Get your fill of fun facts: https://scientistsinschool.ca/5-common-science-myths-debunked/

Myth: Chickens are the closest living relative to the T. Rex.Fact: All birds are the descendants of avian dinosaurs, and...
10/08/2026

Myth: Chickens are the closest living relative to the T. Rex.
Fact: All birds are the descendants of avian dinosaurs, and are equally closely related to T. Rex - including chickens!

This Science Literacy Week, we’re sharing a few of our least favourite myths and the truth behind them. Find out more about the complexity of common ancestors: https://scientistsinschool.ca/5-common-science-myths-debunked/

The Government of Ontario is helping us provide hands-on, formative STEM experiences to future scientists. Together, we'...
10/08/2026

The Government of Ontario is helping us provide hands-on, formative STEM experiences to future scientists. Together, we're unlocking the potential of the next generation of STEM innovators one workshop at a time.

Myth: Different parts of your tongue are responsible for different tastes.Fact: Taste buds that identify each of the fiv...
10/07/2026

Myth: Different parts of your tongue are responsible for different tastes.
Fact: Taste buds that identify each of the five tastes are found all over the tongue.

It’s true! Plus, the initial studies that ‘discovered’ this misconception didn’t even test for umami!

This Science Literacy Week, we’re sharing a few of our least favourite myths and the truth behind them. Learn more about taste buds: https://scientistsinschool.ca/5-common-science-myths-debunked/

Myth: hibernation is a big, season-long nap.Fact: Hibernation isn’t sleep, and usually no animal in hibernation remains ...
10/07/2026

Myth: hibernation is a big, season-long nap.
Fact: Hibernation isn’t sleep, and usually no animal in hibernation remains torpid for more than 30 days.

This Science Literacy Week, we’re sharing a few of our least favourite myths and the truth behind them. Learn more about what really goes on when an animal hibernates, and what’s torpor: https://scientistsinschool.ca/5-common-science-myths-debunked/

Our properties of matter workshop Finding Solutions! explores everything that goes into making an earth-friendly bath pr...
10/07/2026

Our properties of matter workshop Finding Solutions! explores everything that goes into making an earth-friendly bath product.

Students join an imaginary start-up with a product idea and a goal. Through science savvy investigations and precise hands-on fabrication, students put scientific principles to good use. Plus, they get to take home their creation!

Finding Solutions is available online across Canada for the following grade levels:
Grades 6 and 7 in BC, Northwest Territories, and Yukon, Grade 9 in Alberta, Cycle 1 secondary in Quebec, and Grade 7 everywhere else.

Learn more about the STEM workshops like this one available in your school board: https://scientistsinschool.ca/workshops/schools/

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975 Dillingham Road, Unit 2
Pickering, ON
L1W1Z7

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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