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THE STEM JOURNEY | June 2026

CWSF 2026 is over. The display boards have come down at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. Our finalists have flown home, heading straight back into the last weeks of school, final exams, and whatever comes next. Summer is right around the corner. The STEM fair season is officially closed.

A young student being interviewed on a Vancouver morning TV show about winning the 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair, promoting youth science achievements and innovation.

Vancouver student wins big at 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair

Your Morning Vancouver is joined by 8th grader Willem Vuurmans and Youth Science Canada executive director Reni Barlow to chat about Willem’s big win.

A New Perspective on the Universe, a Breakthrough in Medical Equity: Top Honours at the 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair

Liam Desre and Gurnoor Kaur earn Best Project Awards as 390 student finalists compete for nearly $2 million in prizes in Edmonton

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Canada-Wide Science Fair returns to Edmonton | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Canada-Wide Science Fair returns to Edmonton Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

Innovative youth science students at Youth Science Canada event, diverse group of young researchers and innovators outdoors, promoting STEM education and scientific collaboration.

Evan Budz Wins $50,000 Gordon E. Moore Award as YSC’s Team Canada Claims Fifteen Awards at Regeneron ISEF 2026

Youth Science Canada's Team Canada-ISEF delegation earned six Grand Awards and eight Special Awards in Phoenix, Arizona, where 1,727 finalists from 67 countries, regions, and territories competed at the world's largest youth science competition.

A young boy holding a science project with a mirror and tools by a lake, promoting youth science activities and outdoor STEM learning experiences.

Teen builds ‘Bionic Underwater Robotic Turtle’ to detect ecological threats

High schooler Evan Budz's award-winning invention can identify coral bleaching, invasive species, and microplastics without disturbing marine ecosystems.

A young girl presenting her science project at Youth Science Canada event, holding a purple sign and a plush toy, with a colorful research poster in the background.

Ontario student’s not-so-nutty idea about squirrels earns her spot at Canada-Wide Science Fair | CBC News

Kira Egete and her family are obsessed with squirrels. Turns out, it's not such a nutty passion. Now, the Grade 10 student, whose project examines how squirrels see colour, will be among 400 participants at the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Edmonton later this month.

A group of young award winners and judges on stage at Youth Science Canada event, celebrating achievements and the spirit of giving back in science.

THE STEM JOURNEY | May 2026

In three weeks, 393 young scientists will walk into the Edmonton EXPO Centre carrying months of work and a particular mix of nerves and anticipation in their chests.

Group of diverse youth participants at the Calgary Youth Science Fair holding a colorful banner, with organizers and sponsors in the background, celebrating science and innovation.

Directing traffic, focusing people: Chuck Buckley’s story

Chuck Buckley has judged, organized, and coached at science fairs since 1981. Meet the Calgary volunteer who has spent four decades helping students find where they belong.

Group of diverse youth science ambassadors smiling, representing Youth Science Canada at a science event, promoting STEM education and youth engagement in science activities.

Announcing our 2026 CWSF Ambassadors

Twelve former CWSF finalists are heading back to Edmonton as your 2026 ambassador team. Here's who you'll meet at the fair.

Portraits of the 2025 Youth Science Canada Distinguished Service Award recipients, showcasing diverse individuals recognized for their contributions to youth science and STEM education.

2026 Distinguished Service Award Recipients Announced

Youth Science Canada is pleased to announce the ten recipients of its 2026 Distinguished Service Award. The Awards annually recognize up to ten volunteers and staff who have made an outstanding contribution, through innovation, long service, or leadership, to the organization or its programs at any level.

The Cycle of Giving Back: Why This Best Project Winner Returns to Judge

Aaron Judah won Best Project at CWSF 2000. Twenty-five years later, he came back to Fredericton as a volunteer judge and discovered the experience was just as transformative the second time around.

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