What is our primary source of heat and light? How do the daily and seasonal cycles of the Earth affect everyday life? Find out in this school program.

Students discover how energy is produced in today’s world. They take part in hands-on activities on the basics of electromagnetism, and conduct experiments using renewable electrical energy sources

This program allows students to observe how their own energy can be converted into movement. They will also investigate how various forms of energy can be used to power everyday devices.

Students explore how humans live and work on the International Space Station with activities that demonstrate the effects of microgravity. They will explore technologies that sustain life in the Space

This program allows students to examine the properties of materials through an exploration of liquids and solids

Students explore the characteristics of light using ray boxes, mirrors, lenses, prisms, and filters. They discover the fundamentals of reflection, refraction, colour, and perception, and have fun

This program introduces students to the power of simple machines, and how we use pulleys and gears in our everyday lives. They will experiment with pulley systems to discover how they help with tasks such as lifting heavy objects.

Self-guided tours are an ideal way to chart your own course through the exhibitions, as you and your students explore the museum’s superb collection at your own pace.

How did the Ancient Egyptians move massive stone blocks across the desert? As this program demonstrates, they did it all with simple machines. Students will be challenged to move a heavy object using wheels and axles, ramps and pulleys.

Students discover Canada’s rich history of Space exploration, from the Alouette to the International Space Station. They examine the basics of propulsion, learn about the collapsible STEM (Storable