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Group of diverse youth participants at the Calgary Youth Science Fair holding a colorful banner, with organizers and sponsors in the background, celebrating science and innovation.

Directing traffic, focusing people: Chuck Buckley’s story

Chuck Buckley has judged, organized, and coached at science fairs since 1981. Meet the Calgary volunteer who has spent four decades helping students find where they belong.

A group of young award winners and judges on stage at Youth Science Canada event, celebrating achievements and the spirit of giving back in science.

The Cycle of Giving Back: Why This Best Project Winner Returns to Judge

Aaron Judah won Best Project at CWSF 2000. Twenty-five years later, he came back to Fredericton as a volunteer judge and discovered the experience was just as transformative the second time around.

Innovative youth science programs in Canada, promoting STEM education and youth engagement in scientific research through Youth Science Canada.

Sixty Years of Curiosity: Youth Science Canada Reaches a National Milestone

Today, March 28, 2026, Youth Science Canada marks the 60th anniversary of its incorporation as a national organization dedicated to supporting young Canadians in pursuing their scientific curiosity.

Children and youth participating in a science fair event, running towards the finish line with a supervising adult, in an urban outdoor setting with city buildings in the background.

Building science fairs for generations: Patti Leigh’s story

Patti Leigh spent 43 years building BC’s science fair network from nine students to a permanent endowment. A blueprint for building something that lasts.

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A young group of diverse students and adults on stage at Youth Science Canada awards ceremony, holding trophies and celebrating achievements in science and innovation.

A New Perspective on the Universe, a Breakthrough in Medical Equity: Top Honours at the 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair

Liam Desre and Gurnoor Kaur earn Best Project Awards as 390 student finalists compete for nearly $2 million in prizes in Edmonton

Innovative youth science students at Youth Science Canada event, diverse group of young researchers and innovators outdoors, promoting STEM education and scientific collaboration.

Evan Budz Wins $50,000 Gordon E. Moore Award as YSC’s Team Canada Claims Fifteen Awards at Regeneron ISEF 2026

Youth Science Canada’s Team Canada-ISEF delegation earned six Grand Awards and eight Special Awards in Phoenix, Arizona, where 1,727 finalists from 67 countries, regions, and territories competed at the world’s largest youth science competition.

Group of diverse youth science ambassadors smiling, representing Youth Science Canada at a science event, promoting STEM education and youth engagement in science activities.

Announcing our 2026 CWSF Ambassadors

Twelve former CWSF finalists are heading back to Edmonton as your 2026 ambassador team. Here’s who you’ll meet at the fair.

Portraits of the 2025 Youth Science Canada Distinguished Service Award recipients, showcasing diverse individuals recognized for their contributions to youth science and STEM education.

2026 Distinguished Service Award Recipients Announced

Youth Science Canada is pleased to announce the ten recipients of its 2026 Distinguished Service Award. The Awards annually recognize up to ten volunteers and staff who have made an outstanding contribution, through innovation, long service, or leadership, to the organization or its programs at any level.

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In the Media

Young man in formal suit holding an award at Youth Science Canada event, smiling on stage with colorful curtain background.

This teen’s big idea on the universe won him Canada’s top science fair prize

Liam Desre, a teen from Kingston, Ontario, won a top prize at this year’s Canada-Wide Science Fair for his theory about the universe.

A young student being interviewed on a Vancouver morning TV show about winning the 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair, promoting youth science achievements and innovation.

Vancouver student wins big at 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair

Your Morning Vancouver is joined by 8th grader Willem Vuurmans and Youth Science Canada executive director Reni Barlow to chat about Willem’s big win.

Exploring Youth Science Canada exhibition with students and educators at a science fair, showcasing innovative projects and educational displays in a large indoor venue.

Canada-Wide Science Fair returns to Edmonton | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Canada-Wide Science Fair returns to Edmonton Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

A young boy holding a science project with a mirror and tools by a lake, promoting youth science activities and outdoor STEM learning experiences.

Teen builds ‘Bionic Underwater Robotic Turtle’ to detect ecological threats

High schooler Evan Budz’s award-winning invention can identify coral bleaching, invasive species, and microplastics without disturbing marine ecosystems.

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A young group of diverse students and adults on stage at Youth Science Canada awards ceremony, holding trophies and celebrating achievements in science and innovation.

THE STEM JOURNEY | June 2026

CWSF 2026 is over. The display boards have come down at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. Our finalists have flown home, heading straight back into the last weeks of school, final exams, and whatever comes next. Summer is right around the corner. The STEM fair season is officially closed.

A group of young award winners and judges on stage at Youth Science Canada event, celebrating achievements and the spirit of giving back in science.

THE STEM JOURNEY | May 2026

In three weeks, 393 young scientists will walk into the Edmonton EXPO Centre carrying months of work and a particular mix of nerves and anticipation in their chests.

Innovative youth science programs in Canada, promoting STEM education and youth engagement in scientific research through Youth Science Canada.

THE STEM JOURNEY | April 2026

A few years ago, each of them set up a project board at a regional STEM fair somewhere in Canada. This month, all eight are heading to Phoenix to represent the country at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).

Innovative youth science programs in Canada, promoting STEM education and youth engagement in scientific research through Youth Science Canada.

THE STEM JOURNEY | March 2026

It’s our 60th anniversary as an organization, and right now, somewhere in Canada, a student is preparing to set up a display board.

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Canada-Wide Science Fair Ambassadors wearing teal and purple, waving signs and welcoming students to CWSF
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Media Kit

Thank you for your interest in the Canada-Wide Science Fair, presented by Youth Science Canada. This kit has been designed to provide journalists, bloggers, and sponsors with all the information they need to cover this exciting event, including:

  • key messages
  • event details
  • social media plan & example posts
  • frequently asked questions
  • primary contacts
  • summary of Youth Science Canada and our other programs

Media Contact Information

Dalia Esposito
Torchia Communications
www.torchiacom.com
514-654-2635
[email protected]

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