For Youth

Join the purpleSTEMwave!

Youth Science Canada calls youth across Canada to join the purpleSTEMwave.

High school students at the Canada-Wide Science Fair standing in front of a project board, smiling at the camera and waving

What is the purpleSTEMwave?

The purpleSTEMwave is a call to action for Canada’s youth to apply their natural curiosity and ingenuity to investigate scientific questions and develop innovative solutions to current and future challenges.

The purpleSTEMwave celebrates and unites every young Canadian who asks ‘how’ and ‘why’ and transforms those powerful questions into action – in the form of a STEM project.

The purpleSTEMwave reflects YSC’s goals of:

• inspiring Canadian youth and providing resources and opportunities that enable them to complete STEM projects regardless of cultural background, socioeconomic status, or geographic location.

• ensuring that youth can share their discoveries and innovations at the local, national, and international level.

Featured Stories

Insights from the Canada-Wide Science Fair: Celebrating Youth Innovation and STEM Excellence

The Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) 2024 in Ottawa was a resounding success, bringing together young innovators, dedicated educators, and enthusiastic volunteers. With overwhelmingly positive feedback from all participants, the event highlighted the profound impact of celebrating youth in STEM across Canada.

Canadian Students Shine at Regeneron ISEF 2024 in Los Angeles, California

Youth Science Canada is thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of Canadian students at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2024, held in Los Angeles, California.

A Remarkable Experience for Team Canada-LIYSF

Earlier this year, a group of young scientists from across Canada participated in the prestigious London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF). This remarkable event, a two-week program held annually, gathers over 500 students aged 16-21 from more than 70 countries.

A large group of young people wearing red and white, with many holding Canadian flags, posing for a photo at MILSET ESI 2024. They are standing and sitting in several rows, smiling and looking at the camera. In the background, there are banners with logos.

Team Canada Inspires with Best Delegation Award at MILSET ESI 2023

A testament to excellence in STEM and cultural exchange – Team Canada has been crowned the Best Delegation at the prestigious MILSET Expo-Sciences International (ESI) 2023.

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How do I join the purpleSTEMwave?

BE CURIOUS – ASK HOW AND WHY!

Start or continue a STEM project on mySTEMspace

Join the #purpleSTEMwave conversation on social media

Visit or participate in your regional STEM fair

Join our virtual community on Discord

Youth STEM Opportunities

Do you find it hard to know what STEM opportunities exist for Canadian youth? Well look no further! We’re collecting events, volunteer opportunities, job applications, and competitions that our team comes across in their day to day, as well as accepting submissions from other youth STEM organizations.