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This is an archive of the 2009 National Science and Technology Week.

To view information on the current events please visit science.gc.ca/nstw

Online Activities

If your organisation is participating in NSTW 2009 and has activities for this page, please contact us.


Cosmic Quiz - National Research Council

Think you know your constellations? Take this Cosmic Quiz and test your knowledge of the skies above you!

Science and Technology Frontliners

Venture into the fascinating lives of NRCan employees working on the frontlines of science and technology.

Track the Space Station 

Watch the International Space Station travel across the sky with your own eyes during National Science and Technology Week.

International Year of Astronomy 2009: Resources - Canada Science and Technology Museum

The United Nations has officially declared 2009 to be the International Year of Astronomy (IYA 2009). 2009 marks the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s discovery of the stars using his now-famous astronomical telescope.

To mark this celebration, the Canada Science and Technology Museum (CSTM) is offering a variety of programs and resources to encourage everyone, particularly children and youth, to discover the wonders of astronomy.

A Career in Mining - Mining Industry HR Council

Looking for a career that offers daily challenges and where discoveries are made in one of the most dynamic industries in the world? Choose a career in mining!

Click www.acareerinmining.ca to Explore for More. Here you will find career pathways and new videos (coming September 18).  Also innovative programs, such as our Speakers Bureau, complete with career awareness presentation decks, and more!

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Wonderville - Science Alberta Foundation

Play games, watch videos, and do fun activities. Now also available: Wonderville in 3D!

Fun films about science and technology - National Film Board of Canada

The NFB invites you to celebrate science and technology with over 100 organizations and thousands of Canadians from October 16 - 25. In order to join in the activities focusing on "Exploration and Discovery: Past, Present and Future," we've put together this selection of films for your enjoyment.