National Science and Technology Week

October 15-24, 2010

Curiosity to Understanding: Past, Present and Future

Canada's National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) is a celebration of the significance of Canada’s science and technology history, the importance of science and technology in today’s world, and Canada’s ongoing role as a world leader in innovation. This year, the focus is on you. Take time to celebrate with us.

Get Involved!

Recognize the role of science and technology in your everyday life. Learn more about science and technology in Canada. Look around and see its everyday influences.

Attend an Event

Canadians from coast to coast are planning events and festivities. Explore what’s happening in your region on the map below.

NSTW 2010 Events Across Canada

National Events | Alberta | British Columbia | Manitoba | New Brunswick | Newfoundland and Labrador | Northwest Territories | Nova Scotia | Nunavut | Ontario | Prince Edward Island | Quebec | Saskatchewan | Yukon

Online Activities

Share your passion for science and technology

• host an event
• develop an online activity
• team up with organizers of an existing event or activity that’s already on our calendar
• showcase your science and technology with an open house in your community
• encourage your science and technology professionals to make presentations at local schools, libraries or community centers.

Your activity can be added to the interactive map. Simply complete the online form by providing your contact information as well as details about your event. Once you have registered, information about your event will be displayed and included in a list organized by province or territory.

• Promotional Texts
• How to Plan Your Event

Be an Ambassador of National Science and Technology Week

Every Canadian can be an Ambassador. See why science and technology matters to others and then submit your own video. We want to hear from you!

See videos from some of our Science and Technology Ambassadors:

Submit your short video describing why science and technology are important to you. You can also let us know how you are contributing to NSTW this year and how you are planning to celebrate science and technology.

Participating Organizations:

To find out more please contact us.