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Visit their websiteWho are you as an organization?
uOttawa Engineering Outreach programs offer a variety of fun and exciting camps, courses and clubs, for kids and teens that allow participants to explore a wide range of topics in engineering, science, and technology. Discover and learn through projects such as chemistry experiments, physics challenges, 3D printing, robotics, coding, game creation, web design & much more!
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
"Participants attending camp on campus will have the opportunity to visit real laboratories to perform hands-on experiments! Our camps are equipped with the latest technology such as 3D printers, laser cutter, electrical circuits, robots, etc
Our activities are both fun and educational, guaranteed to ignite your children's enthusiasm for further STEM exploration! "
Who are your staff and counsellors?
"Our staff are university students studying in Engineering and Science that are meticulously chosen for their capabilities to explain scientific concepts in simple ways and aptitudes of working with kids.
Our staff is fully trained on First Aid, Health and Safety, Gender Equity, etc"
What do families need to know about registration?
"Registrations are easy to do online with payments by credit cards. We begin accepting registrations for camps in February, on the basis of first come, first serve.
Your registration can be cancelled up to 2 weeks before the start date of the camp, with only and administration fee of $30.00"
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; uOttawa Engineering Outreach currently has 15 programs available; 3 TBD.
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Ages: 8 - 12
Day Camp
(Coed)
Programming (multi), Engineering
$275 to $340
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Ages: 14 - 18
Class/league/program
(Coed)
STEM
$950
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Ages: 14 - 17
Class/league/program
(Coed)
Engineering
$950
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Ages: 14 - 18
Class/league/program
(Coed)
Science (multi)
$295 to $365
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Ages: 12 - 16
Day Camp
(Coed)
Science (multi), STEM
$285 to $355
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Ages: 14 - 17
Class/league/program
(Coed)
Engineering, Computer (multi)
$950
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Ages: 14 - 17
Class/league/program
(Coed)
Technology, Computer (multi)
$500
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Ages: 14 - 17
Class/league/program
(Coed)
Programming (multi)
$950
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Ages: 14 - 17
Class/league/program
(Coed)
Computer (multi), Engineering
$500
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Ages: 7 - 13
Class/league/program
(Coed)
Computer (multi), Science (multi)
$135
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Ages: 7 - 12
Day Camp
(Coed)
Computer (multi), STEM
$340
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Payment Options:
Credit card payment | Yes |
Kids who want to explore science, technology, and engineering should look no further than uOttawa Engineering Outreach. They offer courses, camps, and clubs for those interested in STEM. What’s unique about them is that everything they do is hands-on and they visit real laboratories on campus to do experiments. Kids get a feel for what it’s like to be a real scientist and actually get to see real research being done by the faculty. They also boast the latest and best technology for exploration. All of their staff are current university students studying related fields and who know how to work with kids. The goal of this course is to make science fun for kids so they want to take their STEM education further. The skills they come out of the courses with include real-time problem solving, taking risks with their ideas, and just that science can be fun.
Three Things: uOttawa Engineering Outreach
Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at uOttawa Engineering Outreach
Student of the course Intro to Computer Science ICS3U, Camper
Introduction to Computer Science summer course
student of the course Technological Design TDJ2O, Camper
Technological Design summer course
Introduction to Computer Science summer course
I really loved how knowledgeable and passionate my teacher was. I felt comfortable asking questions in class and found his explanations thorough and helpful. I also enjoyed the variety of topics covered in the course since... Show More
Technological Design summer course
I really enjoyed the creative process and the problem-solving aspect of the technological design program. It's fulfilling to see ideas come to life through design and bring innovative solutions to real-world challenges.
Keep up the good work!
Keep up the good work. I am an engineer and an alumni. The work that you are doing is tremendously important for the kids and our country Canada.
Awesome camp leaders
The quality of programming and the enthusiasm/ attentiveness from the camp leaders have made this an excellent experience for our boys. They attended a week before Covid which they really enjoyed and it was nice to see the... Show More
Variety of activities
The variety of activities offered was impressive and my daughter loved attending. She was excited every evening to tell us about her day. She is eager to go back next summer.
Great science camp!
My son didn't want to attend a science camp and now that's all he wants to do next year. Great program!
Offers children's birthday party packages: Yes
Our STEM workshops for kids and teens complement the school curriculum. We offer workshops to elementary school, high school, and specialist high skills majors (SHSM). We also do birthday parties and community events. Our goal is to encourage creativity, problem-solving skills, and interest in technology among youth.
Available for private rentals: Yes
The uOttawa Maker Mobile delivers fun, hands-on STEM learning activities to schools, libraries, and community centres across Ontario and Quebec. Our Maker Mobile can visit any region in Ontario or Quebec. You can also come visit us at the University of Ottawa or select a virtual workshop. We teach workshops in English, French, or in both languages. Choose between an in-person visit from the Maker Mobile or a virtual workshop conducted over Zoom. Our STEM workshops for kids and teens complement the school curriculum. We offer workshops to elementary school, high school, and specialist high skills majors (SHSM).
Julie Olivier, Outreach Manager
Engineering Outreach is a non-profit organization run through the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Engineering, with a main focus on providing youth with accessible programming in STEM.
Founded in 1991, Engineering Outreach originally provided programming to 60 participants. 30 years later, we now reach over 43,000 youth yearly through camps, clubs, workshops, and events.
Does uOttawa Engineering Outreach have good reviews?
We've collected reviews from past attendees. Read 6 reviews of uOttawa Engineering Outreach here.
What types of programs does uOttawa Engineering Outreach offer?
uOttawa Engineering Outreach runs: day camps, year-round programs. Programming specializes in: Science (multi), STEM, Programming (multi), Engineering, Medical Science, Sport (multi), Computer (multi), Technology. Browse the program calendar for rates and dates.
What age does uOttawa Engineering Outreach start?
uOttawa Engineering Outreach has programs for children aged 5 to 18.
How much does is cost to attend uOttawa Engineering Outreach?
Fees to attend uOttawa Engineering Outreach range from $125 to $1,000/program.
Does uOttawa Engineering Outreach offer support for children with special needs?
uOttawa Engineering Outreach offers some mild support for children with special needs. Please contact the director to discuss your needs.
Does uOttawa Engineering Outreach offer busing?
No, uOttawa Engineering Outreach does not offer transportation.
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