A Year of Achievement

The 2024 report celebrates significant milestones and accomplishments:

• The successful 62nd Canada-Wide Science Fair at Carleton University, which brought together 385 of Canada’s brightest young innovators showcasing 342 groundbreaking projects
• Our expanding digital initiatives, including mySTEMspace’s AI-powered Spark tool that has helped over 13,000 young Canadians discover project ideas
• The growing purpleSTEMwave community fostering meaningful connections among youth passionate about STEM
• Team Canada’s impressive showing on the international stage, with students bringing home awards from prestigious competitions including ISEF, EUCYS, and more

Stories That Inspire

This year’s report features compelling stories from our community, including:

• Issa Ammari, whose journey from CWSF finalist to corporate lawyer demonstrates how STEM skills translate to success in any field
• Khurram Abbasi, whose innovative approach to expanding STEM opportunities in rural Alberta is transforming access for thousands of students
• Patrick Whippey, whose five-decade commitment to STEM fairs has helped shape countless scientific careers

Recognition of Excellence

We’re honored to highlight the eight exceptional individuals who received our 2024 Distinguished Service Award, recognizing their outstanding contributions to youth STEM development across Canada.

Financial Stewardship

The report details our careful financial management, with total revenues of $2.33M and expenses of $2.22M resulting in a net surplus of $108,867—a testament to our commitment to responsible stewardship while expanding our impact on youth in STEM.

Looking Forward

As we move into 2025, we’re energized by our renewed strategic focus on championing youth STEM projects, delivering world-class STEM competitions, and achieving operational excellence. The upcoming Canada-Wide Science Fair in Fredericton and continued enhancement of our programs promise an exciting future for youth STEM engagement across Canada.

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Read the Full Report

View the complete 2024 Annual Report below to explore our achievements in depth and learn how Youth Science Canada continues to empower all Canadian youth to engage their curiosity through STEM projects.