SCIENCE NORTH IS IN THUNDER BAY!
We serve the region with a multitude of science programming for all ages, from our high impact science shows, hands-on school programs and our Summer Science Camps, PA day programs, and March Break camps to events for adults like Nerd Nite!
Interested in finding out more about what Science North is doing in Thunder Bay? Call (807) 333-3701 ext. 509 or email nwoutreach [at] sciencenorth.ca (nwoutreach[at]sciencenorth[dot]ca)!
Thunder Bay Science Festival
Please join us for the 12th annual Thunder Bay Science Festival, taking place February 18–24, 2024!
For any questions regarding the festival, if you are interested in sponsoring the festival, or would like to be considered as an exhibitor, you may contact us at emily.kerton [at] sciencenorth.ca (emily[dot]kerton[at]sciencenorth[dot]ca)
NERD NITE
Long live the nerd!
A FREE event where nerds (and those who love them) get together to drink beer and give 20-ish-minute presentations to other nerds on subjects that are ostensibly of great interest to nerds. Past topics have included the chemistry of coffee, meat-eating plants, how drug use affects the musical brain, and bike-nomics. It's like the Discovery Channel—but live and with beer!
This is a 19+ event
2023–24 PA DAY AND HOLIDAY CAMPS
Get ready for an exciting journey of exploration and discovery with our PA Day program!
Join us as we blast off into outer space, dive deep into the vibrant animal kingdom, embark on tropical adventures, unravel the science behind art, uncover the secrets of motion, and dive into the world of engineering. With interactive STEM based activities, your kids will have a blast while learning about these fascinating topics in a fun and engaging way.
SCIENCE SUMMER CAMPS
Since 1987, Science North has been delivering English and French summer science camp experiences to children in communities across Ontario.
Science North offers children the opportunity to get hands-on with real tools, engage in modern science, and most importantly, socialize and have fun with friends! As STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) becomes increasingly more popular in the 21st century, it’s important for kids to enjoy science and the world around them. We hear over and over again from parents that we DO this and do it well.
NORTHERN NATURE EXCHANGE
Northern Nature Exchange is a special kind of swap shop! Bring in the items you've found in nature and trade them for things in our collection.
Exchange things like rocks, shells, fossils, and pinecones. Trading is based on points. We award you points for what you know about your item, what makes it different, and the quality of it. The more you learn about your item, the more points you collect! Save your points in the database to save up and trade for a very special piece at a later date.
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EXPERIENCE IT FOR FREE AT:
MARY J.L. BLACK BRANCH
901 Edward St. S
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 6R2
THINK HUB
Science North is proud to be Northern Ontario’s science centre and offers many experiences across Northern Ontario!
Visit the Northern THINK Hub where you can Tinker, Hack, Innovate, Network, and Know! Bring your inspiration and innovation, embrace failure and challenge yourself to try something different! Delve into processes that mirror the scientific method, design thinking, and creative approaches to problem-solving. Challenges require building, making, testing and problem-solving, and provide an opportunity for creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. At the THINK Hub, you are in charge of your own experience!
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EXPERIENCE IT FOR FREE AT:
BRODIE BRANCH
216 Brodie St. S
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 1C2
JANE GOODALL – REASONS FOR HOPE EXHIBIT
Be inspired to make a difference as you experience an exclusive 25-minute version of the film, Jane Goodall – Reasons for Hope.
The exhibit will highlight Dr. Jane Goodall’s four pillars of hope: the resilience of nature, the power of youth, the indomitable human spirit, and the amazing human intellect. Plus, kids can dive into an interactive exhibit that accompanies the film where they'll learn about biodiversity and our environment.
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EXPERIENCE IT FOR FREE AT:
THUNDER BAY MUSEUM
425 Donald St. E
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 5V1
Included with museum general admission. For more information about the Thunder Bay Museum, please visit thunderbaymuseum.com.
