Seven UBC projects have been funded to build interest among youth in science, technology, engineering and math as part of the NSERC PromoScience program. A total of 96 funding recipients were announced, representing an overall investment of over $9m.
NSERC's PromoScience Program offers financial support for organizations working with young Canadians in elementary and high schools to promote an understanding of science and engineering. PromoScience supports hands-on learning experiences for young students and their teachers.
UBC projects
- Intergenerational Landed Learning on the Farm Program
- Building Inclusive STEM Classrooms with BC Teachers
- Expanding STEM Learning Opportunities for Indigenous Youth
- iSTAND: UBC Okanagan - Hands-On STEM Learning for Under-represented Youth
- Physics Outreach: reaching under-represented communities
- The Cedar Science Camp and Mentorship Program
- UBC Summer Science Program