CSTM | What's On

Doors Open Ottawa 2013

2013-05-23T19:33:23.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2013-06-01 10:00:00 EDT
Duration: 21600
Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: A rare treat! You’re invited to explore the treasures of Canada’s scientific and technological heritage in the Museum’s storage facilities. Take a guided tour of the transportation collection or the general collection, where you will see some of the Museum’s 45,500 objects, such as the illustrious Royal Tour Cars used during the 1939 royal visit, an iron lung once used at the Ottawa Civic Hospital (ca. 1950), a Genie missile (1957–1962), and a recently acquired collection of new technologies. The artifacts tell fascinating stories of the ongoing relationships between science, technology, and the transformation of Canadian society. Bring your camera! Space is limited. Register on site on tour date. (Admission to Museum is extra.) http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-doors-open.cfm

PD Day Camp

2013-05-16T19:13:43.000Z

When: Fri Jun 7, 2013

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Register your child for this one-day camp at the Canada Science and Technology Museum on their day off school. The Museum offers a full day of supervised hands-on activities for children ages 6-8 with unique access to the Museum. Kids will create slimy concoctions, launch rockets and get crafty with science and technology. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-pd-day-camp.cfm

Café Scientifique | Online Upheaval: Can Social Media Be Used to Change Public Perception?

2013-04-19T20:12:47.000Z

When: Tue Apr 30, 2013 6pm to Tue Apr 30, 2013 8pm EDT

Where: Fox and Feather Pub, 283 Elgin Street, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Social media can at times seem shallow and petty, with its tendency to blow things out of proportion and portray banalities as news. However, social media has also been used to create positive social movements. Sites like Kickstarter and Change.org help people achieve such goals, while Twitter and Facebook are used to co-ordinate protests and keep the public informed. Has social media proven itself a platform for change? Can it be used as a catalyst for lasting change, or is it just a passing fad? Do you have an opinion? Join us for drinks, discussion, and debate. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-cafe-scientifique-apr.cfm

International Museums Day

2013-04-19T00:09:16.000Z

When: Sat May 18, 2013

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Celebrate International Museum Day. Step inside the 6400 locomotive, take part in games and crafts, and see a ship engine in action. Get up close with artifacts as you visit the transportation collection facility. Try your hand at geocaching as you explore Techno Park. Enjoy an evening of stargazing in the Museum’s observatory. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-international-museums-day.cfm

Artifacts, Audiences, and Material Culture

2013-03-26T17:09:49.000Z

When: Wed Apr 17, 2013 3:30pm to 4pm EDT

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Description: Come explore rarely seen artifacts with historians from across the World! The Canada Science and Technology Museum is hosting an artifact studies workshop in April. See the results of the workshop and discuss the collection with visiting historians on Wednesday, April 17 at 3:30pm. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca

Medicating Happiness: In What State Is Our Mental Health?

2013-03-14T18:48:20.000Z

When: Tue Mar 26, 2013 6pm to Tue Mar 26, 2013 8pm EDT

Where: Fox and Feather Pub, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Everyone defines happiness differently. For some, each new day is a reason for celebration, while for others, happiness is dependent on success in reaching milestones. The use of prescription antidepressant medication has increased dramatically in the past three decades. Why is Canadian mental health deteriorating, or are issues more frequently diagnosed? Are prescription drugs becoming a “quick fix,” or is this just a popular perception? http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-cafe-scientifique-mar.cfm

Celebrate International Astronomy Day

2013-03-15T15:08:00.000Z

When: Sat Apr 20, 2013

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Curious about the wonders of the heavens? The Universe is yours to discover, so make it a family outing to explore it at the Museum. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-international-astronomy-day.cfm

Reading Artifacts Summer Institute 2013

2013-02-11T16:49:54.000Z

When: Mon Aug 19, 2013 to Fri Aug 23, 2013

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Discover alternative historical perspectives and methods in the midst of Canada’s largest collection in science, medicine and technology. Our annual artifact sessions in the CSTMC’s Reserve Collection facility bring together Canadian and international scholars from across the disciplinary spectrum. Participants immerse themselves in our collection gaining renewed appreciation for artifacts and the multiple, unpredictable stories they tell. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-reading-artifacts-summer-institute.cfm

Science and Tech Soirée

2012-11-15T18:41:49.000Z

When: Thu Apr 18, 2013 5pm to Thu Apr 18, 2013 9pm EDT

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Each year, the Canada Science and Technology Museum operates its magic and sparks the creative and curious minds of thousands of young people. The Museum's Foundation gathers up each year a growing network of individuals and organizations in a relaxed and fun fundraising gala to support the cause of preparing the next generation of scientists, advancing science literacy, and extending the museum's fascinating science programs to underprivileged kids from our community. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-science-and-tech-soiree.cfm

First Impressions: Spin Dating Artifacts

2013-02-11T16:30:22.000Z

When: Thu Feb 28, 2013 6:30pm to Thu Feb 28, 2013 9pm EST

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Could a hot plate lead to a hot date? Join other Ottawa singles for a rare opportunity to explore artifacts from the unique collection of the Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation. As you discover how these objects reveal the social context of their time, First Impressions: Spin Dating Artifacts will also invite you to consider the ways in which new technologies reflect our lives. This exciting event will take place at the Canada Science and Technology Museum, on Thursday, February 28th from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Don’t miss out! R.S.V.P : www.canadiansingles.com/events/SPIN-DATING%20ARTIFACTS.html

Fascinating March Break Activities

2013-02-01T18:18:38.000Z

When: Sat Mar 2, 2013 to Sun Mar 17, 2013

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Have you ever wanted to construct a giant marble run, or build a super-tall tower? Visit the Museum and unleash your inner engineer. Participate in fascinating experiments and learn about amazing machines. Meet real-life engineers, and take part in games, crafts, and more. More info

Canadian Arctic Riches: To preserve or exploit?

2012-12-18T17:25:08.000Z

When: Tue Jan 29, 2013 6pm to Tue Jan 29, 2013 8pm EST

Where: Fox and Feather Pub, 283 Elgin Street, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Most of us agree that Canada's North is home to an incredible wealth of natural resources. How to treat these resources is an issue on which few of us agree. Many argue that the fragile ecosystem of the North should be left intact, while others maintain that, for economical reasons, the Canadian Arctic should be fully exploited. Do we know enough about the Arctic environment to accurately assess the long-term impacts of the infrastructure needed to access its resources? Should the interest of preservation or exploitation of the Canadian Arctic prevail? Do you have an opinion? Join us for drinks, discussion, and debate http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-cafe-scientifique-jan.cfm.

Cool Science Saturday

2012-11-15T19:57:36.000Z

When: Sat Feb 16, 2013 9am to 5pm EST

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: It's one of the coldest months but one of the COOLEST science adventures of the season at the Canada Science and Technology Museum — where COLD becomes a reason to get active, celebrate, discover and enjoy science. For this once-a-year special science fair, scientists and researchers from various labs congregate to the Museum to offer families fun and fascinating science activities, experiments, workshops, displays, and demonstrations. On Saturday February 16, Cool Science Saturday promises to deliver the coolest indoor and outdoor science experience of the season. It's so COOL, it's HOT! http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2013-cool-science-saturday.cfm

Tech the Halls – A Holiday Party for Members

2012-11-15T19:49:26.000Z

When: Fri Dec 7, 2012 6pm to Fri Dec 7, 2012 9pm EST

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: This popular annual event is organized exclusively for you, our valued Members, to wish you all the best for the holiday season! There will be entertaining workshops and demonstrations, a variety of crafts, a gift for each registered child over the age of one, a musical performance by Junkyard Symphony, and a special visit by Santa Claus. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2012-tech-the-halls.cfm

Genomics: the Power and the Promise – Public Lectures

2012-11-09T14:58:42.000Z

When: Wed Nov 28, 2012

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join Genome Canada and the Gairdner Foundation at the Canada Science and Technology Museum on November 28, 2012 for an event like no other! GENOMICS: the Power and the Promise will celebrate advances in genomics and its transformative impact on our health, our food, the environment and other sectors. We have gathered a number of world-renowned scientists who will present their scientific achievements and share their vision of genomic-based solutions to some of the most pressing global challenges. Presentations will be in English only. http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/whatson/2012-genomics-lectures.cfm

Mining Association of Canada mining contest

2012-11-08T21:41:01.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-11-05 EST
Duration: 86400
Except on: Mon Nov 19, 2012 Mon Nov 26, 2012 Mon Nov 5, 2012 Mon Nov 12, 2012
Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The CSTM has partnered with the Mining Association of Canada and invites you to participate in the It's Mine[d] contest. Weekly innovative technology prizes such as a Kobo Glo, Apple TV, Sony Cyber-Shot 16.1MP camera and an iPhone 5 are up for grabs - all built with metals and minerals made possible by the mining industry. http://www.mining.ca/itsmined/en/

Mining Association of Canada mining contest

2012-11-08T21:41:01.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-11-05 EST
Duration: 86400
Except on: Mon Nov 5, 2012
Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The CSTM has partnered with the Mining Association of Canada and invites you to participate in the It's Mine[d] contest. Weekly innovative technology prizes such as a Kobo Glo, Apple TV, Sony Cyber-Shot 16.1MP camera and an iPhone 5 are up for grabs - all built with metals and minerals made possible by the mining industry. http://www.mining.ca/itsmined/en/

Countdown to Hallowe'en

2012-10-12T14:01:40.000Z

When: Sun Oct 28, 2012

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Hallowe'en is just around the corner. Come to the Museum to learn how to conduct amazing experiments that will impress everyone on Hallowe'en night. Learn makeup special effects to create scary blisters and wounds, and create your own spooky crafts. More Information

Science Play Day

2012-10-09T16:58:04.000Z

When: Sat Nov 17, 2012

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join us for exciting games, experiments, stories and crafts. Bring the kids and be a kid as you have fun exploring science and technology. The Museum is proud to offer this programming in celebration of Universal Children's Day—a day of worldwide fraternity and understanding between children and of promoting the welfare of the children of the world. More Information

A Sensational Holiday

2012-10-09T16:32:50.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-12-22 10:00:00 EST
Duration: 25200
Except on: Tue Dec 25, 2012
Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Put your senses—and mind—to the test. Observe fascinating illusions first-hand at the Museum’s Optical Oddities workshop. Take in a captivating illusionist show. Put on a shadow play for your friends and family, or make a fantastic craft. Have your face painted, and participate in a challenging scavenger hunt. A unique experience filled with science and wonder for the whole family! Holiday Programming

Gooey Chemistry

2012-10-01T18:29:19.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-10-20 10:00:00 EDT
Duration: 14400
Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Calling all budding chemists! Join the Museum for some cool experiments exploring the science of polymers, and make your own slime to take home. National Science and Technology Week 2012

Geocaching

2012-10-01T18:26:50.000Z

When: Sat Oct 13, 2012 1pm to 3:30pm EDT

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Take part in the worldwide phenomenon of geocaching—a modern-day scavenger hunt. Bring your GPS, or borrow one from the Museum. Discover the message concealed in caches located throughout Technology Park, for a chance to win a $35 gift certificate for the Museum's Scientique boutique. Try to decipher the secret codes hidden in each cache to find even more caches. National Science and Technology Week 2012

Geocaching

2012-10-01T18:26:20.000Z

When: Sat Oct 13, 2012 10am to 12pm EDT

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Take part in the worldwide phenomenon of geocaching—a modern-day scavenger hunt. Bring your GPS, or borrow one from the Museum. Discover the message concealed in caches located throughout Technology Park, for a chance to win a $35 gift certificate for the Museum's Scientique boutique. Try to decipher the secret codes hidden in each cache to find even more caches. National Science and Technology Week 2012

Rubik's Cube Challenge

2012-10-01T18:24:23.000Z

When: Sun Oct 21, 2012 10am to 3pm EDT

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Solving a Rubik's Cube is not easy. Can you imagine doing it quickly, or blindfolded? Join youth from the Club de Cube de L'Escale who do just that, and learn some of their tricks. Fun for all ages. National Science and Technology Week 2012

Chemistry on Stage

2012-10-01T18:22:33.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-10-13 13:30:00 EDT
Duration: 5400
Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum, Ottawa
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Be amazed by this interactive presentation packed with fizzing, popping, and flaming experiments. National Science and Technology Week 2012