**Queen’s University – Summer of Science 2025**
**Program Overview:**
This complimentary, online program takes place from July to mid-August 2025. It consists of 12 afternoon sessions that investigate subjects in physics, chemistry, and technology. Sessions are facilitated by undergraduate students and researchers from the McDonald Institute and the Carbon to Metal Coating Institute. Participants will partake in practical activities and explore advanced themes like dark matter and nanomedicine.
– **Payment:** Complimentary
– **Target Audience:** A select group of middle and high school students, including those graduating in 2025. While most sessions are online, students in **Kingston, Ontario** may have the chance to attend in person.
– **Application Info:** Applications officially ended on **May 21, 2025**, but are still being accepted for waitlist positions. The program is anticipated to proceed in **2026**.
– **Contact:** Email **[email protected]** and mention “Summer of Science” in your correspondence.
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**University of Waterloo – eSTEM Program**
**Program Overview:**
The eSTEM (English, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) program is a 10-day online summer workshop occurring from August 5 to August 22, 2025, for students aged 13–18. It merges STEM education with English language enhancement, making it perfect for students aspiring to strengthen both their technical and communication abilities. Sessions are conducted by seasoned instructors and concentrate on practical STEM implementations.
– **Payment:** $999.00 + $30.00 administrative fee
– **Application Info:** Registration cutoff is **July 29, 2025**
– **Contact:** Visit [Waterloo English Language Institute](https://uwaterloo.ca/english-language-institute/) or email **[email protected]** for inquiries.
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**University of Toronto – DEEP Summer Academy (Da Vinci Engineering Enrichment Program)**
**Program Overview:**
Conducted on-campus at the University of Toronto St. George, the DEEP Summer Academy is geared towards high school students with an interest in engineering, science, technology, and business. Guided by graduate research students, the program stresses collaborative, practical learning and addressing real-world challenges.
– **Payment:**
– **$725/week** for Canadian students
– **$1100/week** for international students
– **Application Info:** Applications for **2025 are not open**, 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 no-cost, in-person summer camp is designed for high school girls aged 14–17. Operating from July 7 to August 15, 2025, the camp provides hands-on opportunities in engineering, robotics, and coding, aiming to motivate young women to consider careers in STEM.
– **Application Info:** Visit [Ontario Tech Continuous Learning](https://ontariotechu.ca/continuouslearning/programs/) to sign up or to investigate specific program offerings.
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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 competencies and real-world applications. Offerings 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, either on-campus or virtual summer camps target students aged 6–17, offering enjoyable, educational STEM experiences in a secure and supportive environment.
– **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, showcasing captivating weekly themes in coding (including Minecraft and LEGO), robotics, model creation, and experiments. The program also features 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 needed**.
– **Website:** [stemcamp.ca](https://stemcamp.ca/about/)