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Annual Science Competitions
The Science Department coordinates several Science-based competitions each year, typically in the Spring. Science Teachers will announce opportunities in class and will put an announcement on Cougar Vision so stay tuned for specific dates and registration details or pop by the Science Office (room 206) for more info.
Annual Science Competitions
The Science Department coordinates several Science-based competitions each year, typically in the Spring. Science Teachers will announce opportunities in class and will put an announcement on Cougar Vision so stay tuned for specific dates and registration details or pop by the Science Office (room 206) for more info.
Chem 13 News Exam (uWaterloo)
Registration is currency closed
(Deadline: TBD)
what it is: A spring Chemistry exam that awards Waterloo University scholarships to its winners.
target audience: Grade 11 & 12 Chemistry students
more info: https://uwaterloo.ca/chemistry/about-chemistry/community-outreach/chemistry-high-school-exams
* note: the registration process will be announced on Cougar Vision in the spring & has an associated cost to be paid through schoolcashonline.com
Avogadro Exam (uWaterloo)
Registration is currency closed
(Deadline: TBD)
what it is: A Chemistry exam that awards Waterloo University scholarships to its winners.
target audience: Grade 11 & 12 Chemistry students
more info: https://uwaterloo.ca/chemistry/about-chemistry/community-outreach/chemistry-high-school-exams
* note: the registration process will be announced on Cougar Vision in the spring & has an associated cost to be paid through schoolcashonline.com
Sir Isaac Newton Physics Contest (uWaterloo)
Registration is currency closed
(Deadline: TBD)
what it is: A 'fun' Physics exam that awards Waterloo U scholarships to its winners.
target audience: Grade 12 Physics students
more info: https://uwaterloo.ca/sir-isaac-newton-exam/
Ottawa Brain Bee (Carleton U)
Ottawa Brain Bee (Carleton U)
Registration is currency closed
(Deadline: TBD)
what it is: A knowledge and trivia competition about the brain and neuroscience for high school students, the winner of which earns a paid summer internship at Carleton University and represents Ottawa at the National Brain Bee (and possibly beyond).Â
target audience: Grade 9 - 12 students
more info: https://sfn-ottawa.ca/brain-bee
National Biology Competition (UofT)Â
Registration is currency closed
(Deadline: TBD)
what it is: A multiple choice Biology exam that awards scholarships to its winners.
target audience: Grade 11 and 12 Biology students (but all grades are welcome to participate)
more info: http://biocomp.utoronto.ca/
* note: there is usually a cost associated with this competition to be paid through schoolcashonline.com
uEducate Competition (uOttawa)
uEducate Competition (uOttawa)
Registration is currency closed
(Deadline: TBD)
what it is: A 1 hour Science test that awards uOttawa scholarships to its winners.
target audience: Grade 11 and 12 students (but all grades are welcome to participate)
more info: https://ueducate.weebly.com/
* note: some years Teachers invite students to register through CB, other years students self-register through uOttawa, but the event always takes place in May
Community Science Events
We are happy to spread the word about Science-based community events with students at CB. If you have any initiatives that you'd like us to share, please contact christopher.langley@ocdsb.ca.
Community Science Events
We are happy to spread the word about Science-based community events with students at CB. If you have any initiatives that you'd like us to share, please contact christopher.langley@ocdsb.ca.
Huntsman Field Trip
Huntsman Field Trip
what it is: A week-long excursion to the Huntsman Marine Science Centre in New Brunswick where students conduct actual marine biology field work. IB students attending often use data collected from the Huntsman trip to complete their HL Biology IA. This trip is a joint venture between CB and one other OCDSB school.
target audience: Grade 12 IB Biology students
more info: Interest meetings for grade 11 IB Biology students and their families are held in the spring.
Girls SySTEM Mentorship
Girls SySTEM Mentorship
what it is: A program that aims to increase diversity in the STEM workforce by pairing students in grades 7-12 with professional mentors from a diverse range of fields. In doing so, mentees are able to acquire first-hand knowledge of STEM early on in their academic careers which will build their confidence and give them the ability to make more informed decisions about their futures.
target audience: Grade 7 - 12 students
more info: https://www.girlsystemmentorship.com/
Ottawa Science Innovation Challenge (OSIC)
Ottawa Science Innovation Challenge (OSIC)
what it is: An opportunity for students to go through the motions of a Health Researcher and solve a health care issue that impacts Ottawa. Entrants are considered for bursaries, monetary prizes and other awards.
target audience: Grade 11 & 12 students
more info: http://uri-irpc.ca/osic
* note: students must self-register, usually in October
uOttawa Healthcare Symposium
uOttawa Healthcare Symposium
what it is: A one day conference @ uOttawa that examines how technology is transforming the future of healthcare, including many guest lecturers (food is provided).
target audience: All students
more info: https://www.uohs-csuo.com/uohs-2022
* note: students must self-register, usually by the end of January
Prospective Medical Professionals (PuMP+) Event
Prospective Medical Professionals (PuMP+) Event
what it is: A free, one day, weekend event hosted at a local school where students receive STEM opportunities from various organizations and interact with medical professionals and university students.
target audience: All students
more info: https://www.pumprofessionals.org/
* note: this year's event is on Saturday, March 22 from 9:30 - 1:30pm @ Glebe Collegiate. Students must self-register via this link
uOttawa STEM Leadership Program
uOttawa STEM Leadership Program
what it is: A 2 week day camp that provides technical skills training, instructor experience, volunteer hours and first aid/CPR training to students interested in STEM subjects.
target audience: All students
more info: https://www.uottawa.ca/faculty-engineering/outreach/stem-leadership-program
* note: Bursaries are available by application (BIPOC and minority students are encouraged to apply).
Other Notable Science Opportunities
Many past and present CB students make us aware of scientific opportunities outside of Ottawa and we've included information below for anyone interested. Please note: these opportunities are NOT affiliated with Colonel By or the OCDSB.
Other Notable Science Opportunities
Many past and present CB students make us aware of scientific opportunities outside of Ottawa and we've included information below for anyone interested. Please note: these opportunities are NOT affiliated with Colonel By or the OCDSB.
Hamilton Health Science Secondary School Research Bursary
Hamilton Health Science Secondary School Research Bursary
what it is: A 7 week summer internship at Hamilton Health Science and McMaster University.
target audience: Senior Science students
* note: student applications must be accompanied by a nomination from a Science Teacher and are due in mid-March
Research Money Conference
Research Money Conference
what it is: A two-day conference at the NAC that brings together researchers, industry partners, entrepreneurs and students to look ahead at the science of the future.
target audience: Senior Science students
more info: https://www.researchmoneyinc.com/event
* note: In the past, local Let's Talk Science organizers have offered free admission to students through a board email to Teachers (in late Winter)
The Earth Prize
The Earth Prize
what it is: A global environmental sustainability competition that awards winners with money and learning opportunities.
target audience: All students
more info: https://www.theearthprize.org/
* note: Registration is open from September to November and must include a Teacher supervisor.
Summit STEM Fellowship
Summit STEM Fellowship
what it is: A virtual summer fellowship for STEM-oriented learners worldwide that connects them with mentors from institutions including Stanford, MIT, and Harvard, to explore diverse opportunities and career pathways (~10-15 hour commitment per week).
target audience: All students
more info: https://www.summitstemfellowship.org/
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