Canada’s top young scientists bring their award-winning projects to Parliament Hill

Sep 19, 2018

The Prime Minister’s Science Fair celebrates the best and brightest young Canadians in STEM

Ottawa, Ontario -

Canada is a country of innovators, and they start young. Canadians’ curiosity, creativity and collaborative spirit are leading to the kinds of innovations and technologies that improve our quality of life and drive our economy. The earlier young Canadians are exposed to the wonders of science, the more likely they are to pursue it as a lifelong passion or even as a career.

The Honourable Kirsty Duncan, Minister of Science and Sport, today accompanied the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, at the second annual Prime Minister’s Science Fair.

Close to 40 students between the ages of 10 and 18, who reflect Canada’s diverse STEM talent, presented their projects on Parliament Hill. Their award-winning science projects advance knowledge and innovation related to health and aging, agriculture, robotics, and the environment.

The young scientists are award winners from regional and national science fairs and STEM-related contests across the country. The event is an opportunity for Canada’s brightest young talent to connect and learn more about each other’s work and to discuss their projects with Prime Minister Trudeau and Minister Duncan.

Source : Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

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