## Queen’s University – Summer of Science 2025
**Program Overview:**
This complimentary, online program takes place from July to mid-August 2025. It includes 12 afternoon sessions examining subjects in physics, chemistry, and technology. Sessions are conducted by undergraduate students and researchers from the McDonald Institute and the Carbon to Metal Coating Institute. Participants will partake in hands-on activities and investigate advanced topics such as dark matter and nanomedicine.
– **Payment:** Free
– **Target Audience:** A limited group of middle and high school students, including those graduating in 2025. Most sessions are online, but students in **Kingston, Ontario** might have the chance to attend in person.
– **Application Info:** Applications officially concluded on **May 21, 2025**, but are still being accepted for waitlisted positions. The program is anticipated to continue in **2026**.
– **Contact:** Email **[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])** and mention “Summer of Science” in your message.
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## University of Waterloo – eSTEM Program
**Program Overview:**
The eSTEM (English, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) program is a 10-day virtual summer workshop scheduled from August 5 to August 22, 2025, for students aged 13–18. It merges STEM education with English language improvement, making it perfect for students aiming to enhance both their technical and communication abilities. Sessions are facilitated by skilled instructors and concentrate on practical STEM uses.
– **Payment:** $999.00 + $30.00 administrative fee
– **Application Info:** Registration deadline is **July 29, 2025**
– **Contact:** Visit [Waterloo English Language Institute](https://uwaterloo.ca/english-language-institute/) or email **[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])** for inquiries.
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## University of Toronto – DEEP Summer Academy
**Program Overview:**
Taking place on-campus at the University of Toronto St. George, the DEEP Summer Academy targets high school students interested in engineering, science, technology, and business. Led by graduate research students, the program highlights collaborative, hands-on learning and addresses real-world challenges.
– **Payment:**
– **$725/week** for Canadian students
– **$1100/week** for international students
– **Application Info:** Applications for **2025 are closed**, but the program is projected to return in **2026**.
– **Website:** [University of Toronto Outreach](https://outreach.engineering.utoronto.ca/)
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## Ontario Tech University – Connected Engineering (All Girls Program)
**Program Overview:**
This complimentary, in-person summer camp is designed specifically for high school girls aged 14–17. Scheduled from July 7 to August 15, 2025, the camp provides hands-on experiences in engineering, robotics, and coding, aiming to encourage young women to pursue careers in STEM.
– **Application Info:** Visit [Ontario Tech Continuous Learning](https://ontariotechu.ca/continuouslearning/programs/) to register or explore specific program choices.
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## ICE Robotics – STEM & Robotics Programs
**Program Overview:**
ICE Robotics delivers year-round STEM and robotics education for students aged 5–14+. The curriculum focuses on practical abilities and real-world applications. Programs include PD Day camps and summer camps.
– **Locations:** Toronto (Etobicoke and downtown)
– **Registration:** Available year-round
– **Website:** [icerobotics.ca](https://icerobotics.ca)
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## Ontario Tech University – Summer STEM Camps 2025
**Program Overview:**
These interactive, on-campus or virtual summer camps accommodate students aged 6–17, offering enjoyable, educational STEM experiences in a secure and supportive setting.
– **Location:** On campus in **Oshawa, Ontario** or online
– **Registration:** Currently open
– **Website:** [Summer STEM Camps](https://ontariotechu.ca/continuouslearning/programs/camps-children-and-youth/summer-camps/index.php)
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## STEM Camp Toronto & Oakville – Summer 2025
**Program Overview:**
A non-profit summer camp for children aged 5–13, featuring captivating weekly themes in coding (including Minecraft and LEGO), robotics, model building, and experiments. The program also includes a Girls in STEM initiative.
– **Locations:**
– Toronto: Hope United Church (2550 Danforth Ave)
– Oakville: St. John’s United Church (262 Randall Street)
– **Registration:** Open for Summer 2025. **Parent registration required**.
– **Website:** [stemcamp.ca](https://stemcamp.ca/about/)