Celebrate National Science & Technology Week (NSTW) in Pacific Canada
Media Release | October 16, 2009
BRITISH COLUMBIA - National Science & Technology Week (NSTW) allows students all over Canada to be a ‘scientist-for-the-week' by delving into and exploring the many events taking place throughout BC and Canada October 16-25, 2009. Following this year's theme "Exploration and Discovery: Past, Present and Future", NSTW offers great opportunities to have fun and learn something new while taking pride in our national science programmes and achievements.
Here is a sample from the many special events happening here in BC:
The 3rd Annual Brighouse Science Bash
October 23rd, 2009, Richmond Public Library, Richmond, BC
From DNA to black holes - Attend this family event and allow your imagination to soar by taking in numerous
hands-on displays, demonstrations and exhibits!
Innovation Exploration
October 17-19, 2009, Vancouver, BC
BCIC's Innovation Exploration program is an annual three-day event focused on education and career development, giving young scientists and innovators the opportunity to meet and network with leaders from BC's science and technology community. This private event is attended by regional science fair winners who represent BC at the Canada Wide and International science fairs.
National Science & Technology Week Feature Lecture Series
October 20th, 2009, H.R. MacMillan, Vancouver, BC
Arranged by Environment Canada - this high profile series of talks spans the latest in science today with discussions ranging from fuel cell technology to climate change.
Free NRC movie night
October 19th, 2009, Dominion Astrophysical Observatory, Victoria, BC
Grab a lawn chair and listen in as one of the Observatory's astronomers discusses the ‘facts and fictions' of the classic Sci-Fi movie Contact.
Quantum Leaps Conference for Young Women
October 22nd, 2009, West Kootenay Region, Castlegar, BC
Hosted by the Kootenay Association for Science & Technology in partnership with SCWIST, this event focuses on career development and highlights the importance of continuing studies in both science and technology.
UNBC Undergraduate Student Research Banquet
October 22nd, 2009, Prince George, BC
Students, industry members, UNBC faculty and local Chamber of Commerce come together to celebrate the achievements of NSERC supported UNBC undergraduate student researchers.
Visit www.science.gc.ca or www.bcscienceoutreach.ca for a complete listing of NSTW events taking place in your area.
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For more information contact:
Irene Phan
Marketing and Communications Specialist
BC Innovation Council
604.602.5238 | 1.800.665.7222
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About the BC Innovation Council
The British Columbia Innovation Council (BCIC) is the lead organization charged with driving the commercialization of new technologies in British Columbia. BCIC is focused on accelerating the growth of our science and technology communities and competitively positioning British Columbia in the global science and technology economy in order to provide significant employment opportunities and a high standard of living for British Columbians. BCIC is a Crown agency of the Province of British Columbia.
For more information about BCIC, visit www.bcic.ca.
