STEAM PEI offers a variety of themed camps in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) for Island youth across PEI.
Freeze Drying 101 For Kids [FREE]
Presented in:
English
How much spoiled food waste is there and what can we do about it? This fun interactive class teaches about the science of freeze drying as a method for food preservation. Kids will get to see the freeze drying process and prepare a sample for freeze drying. Various fruits will be provided for experiments. Registration required.
Free, thanks to funding by YouCAN and City of Charlottetown.
For Kids, grades K-6.
On Tuesday, December 5th, from 6PM to 7PM.
At Etl-kisite’tasik. 8 Stan MacPherson Way, Charlottetown.
Freeze Drying 101 For Teens and Adults [FREE]
Presented in:
English
How much spoiled food waste is there in Canada, and can we do something about it? Join us for this interactive freeze drying lesson and demonstration. Learn about the science and technology of freeze drying in an interesting environment. Fruits will be available for demonstration purposes and participants are welcome to bring their own foods to test in our freeze dryer. Registration required.
Free, thanks to funding by YouCAN and City of Charlottetown.
For teens and adults.
On Tuesday, December 19th, from 6PM to 7PM.
At Etl-kisite’tasik. 8 Stan MacPherson Way, Charlottetown.
Holiday Makers Event
Presented in:
English
Get ready for a festive extravaganza! STEAM PEI is rolling out the red carpet for our Holiday Makers event. Join our vibrant community and unleash your creativity as you craft incredible holiday ornaments using cutting-edge 3D printers, laser cutters, and the fantastic Cricut machine. Our skilled facilitators will be there to guide you every step of the way. Not only will you take home a dazzling handcrafted ornament, but you’ll also master the art of using our specialized equipment. It’s a holiday experience like no other! This event is open to everyone of all ages.
This event is in partnership with Discover Charlottetown.
Drop in event, no registration required.
For families.
On Saturday, December 2nd, 9th, 16th, from 10:30AM to 4PM.
At Etl-kisite’tasik. 8 Stan MacPherson Way, Charlottetown.
$10 for an entry and one ornament.
DIY Beeswax Wraps [FREE]
Presented in:
English
🐝🌼✂️ Unleash your creativity at STEAM PEI’s DIY Beeswax Wraps Workshop for Adults and Teens! 🐝🌼✂️
Say goodbye to plastic wraps and hello to a world of sustainability! 🌍 In this creative session, you’ll learn to make your very own beeswax wraps. It’s a hive of activity and a splash of color!
✅ What you can expect:
🌻 A hands-on experience crafting eco-friendly wraps.
🧡 A chance to reduce your carbon footprint.
🌟 A vibrant, reusable design to wrap up your goodies.
This workshop will be presented by Sam Livingstone and is an extension of our Food Science and Sustainability event. It is possible thanks to the City of Charlottetown. Registration required.
Free, thanks to funding by YouCAN and City of Charlottetown.
For adults and teens.
On Wednesday, December 6th, from 6PM to 8PM.
At Etl-kisite’tasik. 8 Stan MacPherson Way, Charlottetown.
Girls GET Math / Elle Bosse Ses Maths
Presented in:
English and French
Hey girls, what do you think of Math?
😍? 👿? 😐? 🥲? 💩?
Whatever it is, let’s talk about it! Join STEAM PEI for the after-school program Girls GET Math to see how math can be fun! We’ll talk about math, but this is NOT math class. We’ll be making smoothies, creating art, and dancing! If you stick it out for eight weeks, you’ll get a super cool suprise custom item to take home.
Boring note for parents: This program aims to increase the participants’ confidence in math. This program is free, thanks to support from the PEI Interministerial Women’s Secretariat.
For female-identifying students in Grades 5 and 6.
Locations:
Stratford Elementary on Tuesdays Oct-17-Dec.5, from 2:30-4:00PM
École La Belle Cloche on Tuesdays Oct-17-Dec. 5, from 3:00-4:30PM
Parkside Elementary on Wednesdays Oct-18-Dec. 6, from 3:00-4:30PM
Math Minds: Advanced Math Program
Presented in:
English
Do you love math and want to learn how to apply your skills to even more interesting math? Join us every Saturday morning to learn a mix of math wizardry and advanced math methods. We’ll practice a collection of math tricks to astound your friends and family, plus train your brain to crush logic puzzles and solve complex mental math in seconds (without a calculator!). You’ll learn advanced problem-solving techniques while building skills to excel in national math competitions. Advance beyond your grade level and find a community of other math enthusiasts at Math Minds Club!
For students in grades 7-8 with a passion for math (possibility for very advanced grade 6 students)
Saturdays from 10AM-12PM, for 10 weeks from October 7th to December 16th
At Etl-kisite’tasik. 8 Stan MacPherson Way, Charlottetown.
Fee: $120
If cost is a barrier to participating, please email phoenix@steampei.com to inquire about potential sponsorship opportunities
