Elementary school outreach
The trained educators in McGill's Hands-On Science program bring natural history specimens and other educational props into the classroom for hour-long lessons in English or French.
Click here to learn more or book a visit from our team.
Freaky Fridays
At our free "Freaky Fridays" public lectures, McGill scientists examine the myths and realities of everything from aliens to global warming. All lectures are held at the Redpath Museum.
Click here to browse our list of upcoming Freaky Fridays talks, or visit the Redpath's website.
Hot science, cool talks
Prepared and presented by McGill scientists, our Science and Physics public outreach talks cover a wide array of topics and are suitable for high-school or CEGEP-level audiences.
Peruse our long list of Science and Physics speakers and book a talk at your school.
Camps for kids:
Computer Science Camp
If developing a software program or designing a robotic mission is your teen’s idea of a good time, this program is ideal. This week-long camp is designed to expose students aged 15 to 17 to computer science in all its endless fascination. It immerses them in real-life applications, research groups and team competitions, all at the Lorne M. Trottier Building, where world-leading computer science is taught and explored during the academic year.
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Conservatory camp
Held at the Schulich School of Music, McGill's Conservatory Camp is perfect for musically inclined kids aged 5 to 15. In addition to daily doses of choir, dance, percussion, drama and arts and crafts, it offers specialized video, garage band, orchestra and DJ camps. No musical background is required, but musical enjoyment is guaranteed.
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Explorations
What began as a summer school for gifted students is now an activity-filled enriching program that offers children aged 4 to 18 everything from origami to a smorgasbord of science. Children are taught by professional teachers, including McGill professors, and the camp is sponsored by the English Montreal School Board.
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Sports camp
Junior jocks aged 6 to 15 have the run of the University’s state-of-the-art athletic facilities, seasoned instructors and lush green spaces. This activity-filled program is divided into sports, creative activities and aquatics, and the emphasis is on summertime fun, not competition.
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