### Queen’s University – Summer of Science 2025
**Program Overview:**
This complimentary, online program runs from July to mid-August 2025. It includes 12 afternoon sessions that investigate subjects in physics, chemistry, and technology. Sessions are conducted by undergraduate students and researchers associated with the McDonald Institute and the Carbon to Metal Coating Institute. Participants will take part in practical activities and examine advanced subjects such as dark matter and nanomedicine.
– **Payment:** Free
– **Target Audience:** A limited group of middle and high school learners, including those graduating in 2025. Most sessions are held virtually, but students located in Kingston, Ontario might have the choice to attend in person.
– **Application Info:** Applications officially closed on May 21, 2025, but will still accept candidates for waitlisted openings. The program is anticipated to return 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) initiative is a 10-day online summer workshop occurring from August 5 to August 22, 2025, for participants aged 13–18. It connects STEM education with English language enhancement, making it suitable for learners wishing to advance both their technical and communication abilities. Expert instructors will lead sessions focused on practical STEM applications.
– **Payment:** $999.00 + $30.00 administrative fee
– **Application Info:** Registration cut-off 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:**
Hosted on the University of Toronto St. George campus, the DEEP Summer Academy is aimed at high school students keen on engineering, science, technology, and business. Guided by graduate research students, the program highlights cooperative, hands-on education and tackling real-world challenges.
– **Payment:**
– $725/week for Canadian students
– $1100/week for international students
– **Application Info:** Applications for 2025 are currently closed, but the program is predicted to resume 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 aimed at high school girls aged 14–17. Taking place from July 7 to August 15, 2025, the camp provides practical experiences in engineering, robotics, and coding, with the goal of encouraging young women to explore careers in STEM.
– **Application Info:** Visit [Ontario Tech Continuous Learning](https://ontariotechu.ca/continuouslearning/programs/) to register or learn about specific program offerings.
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### ICE Robotics – STEM & Robotics Programs
**Program Overview:**
ICE Robotics provides all-year-round STEM and robotics education for students aged 5–14+. The curriculum concentrates on hands-on skills and practical uses. Programs include PD Day camps and summer camps.
– **Locations:** Toronto (Etobicoke and downtown)
– **Registration:** Available throughout the year
– **Website:** [icerobotics.ca](https://icerobotics.ca)
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### Ontario Tech University – Summer STEM Camps 2025
**Program Overview:**
These interactive, on-campus or online summer camps are designed for 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. Parental registration required.
– **Website:** [stemcamp.ca](https://stemcamp.ca/about/)