Youth Science Canada will bring the 63rd Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF), the country's largest annual youth science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) event, to the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton from June 1 to 6, 2025. Nearly 400 student finalists from across Canada will showcase their innovative STEM projects and compete for more than $1.3 million in awards, scholarships and prizes.
Imran Allarakhia, CWSF finalist, presents to school visitors during public viewing on May 31, 2024
"We're excited to bring this celebration of youth innovation to New Brunswick for the first time since 2019," says Reni Barlow, executive director at Youth Science Canada. "The Canada-Wide Science Fair offers a unique platform for Canada's brightest young minds to share their discoveries and innovative solutions to real-world challenges while connecting with peers who share their passion for STEM."
The fair will transform Fredericton into a vibrant hub of scientific discovery and innovation as thousands of young scientists, delegates, volunteers and visitors converge for this weeklong celebration. Local students and community members will have a unique opportunity to interact with top young innovators from across the country and participate in a national event that showcases the future of Canadian STEM.
"Fredericton is delighted to once again host the Canada-Wide Science Fair and welcome the brightest young minds in science to our capital city," says Kate Rogers, mayor of Fredericton. "As the knowledge capital of Atlantic Canada, we look forward to showcasing our commitment to innovation to inspire the next generation of Canadian leaders."
Student finalists will call the University of New Brunswick home for the week, with the historic campus hosting the project competition, exhibitions and ceremonies, as well as a variety of lab experiences and social activities.
"The University of New Brunswick is thrilled to welcome hundreds of the brightest young minds to the Canada-Wide Science Fair," says Dr. Paul Mazerolle, UNB president and vice-chancellor. "This week is incredibly inspiring and holds significant connections to UNB's robust programs and researchers in science, technology, engineering, and math. We are excited to host the thousands of New Brunswick youth who will visit the Fair and the STEM Expo."
The week will begin with project setup and judging, followed by public viewing days on June 1, 5 and 6. During these days, visitors can explore the Project Zone, which features student projects, while the STEM Expo, available exclusively on June 5 and 6, offers interactive exhibits from more than 50 STEM-related organizations, companies, educational institutions, and government agencies.
School groups from across New Brunswick and neighbouring provinces are encouraged to register to visit during the public viewing days. Registration is now open, with transportation subsidies available for eligible schools through support from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada's PromoScience program.
The CWSF will conclude with an awards ceremony on June 5, where winners will receive recognition for their outstanding achievements. The following morning, the top award recipients will participate in a special panel discussion to share insights about their projects and STEM journeys.
For those unable to attend in person, Youth Science Canada offers a virtual component to the fair, allowing people across Canada and internationally to explore projects online and participate in digital activities.
For more information about the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Fredericton, including registration details for school visits, please visit cwsf-espc.ca.
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