Thank you for your dedication to fostering STEM curiosity through your regional STEM fairs. As a regional organizer, you play a crucial role in the STEM fair journey that may lead students to the Canada-Wide Science Fair. This page serves as your gateway to the specific resources you need.
Finding Detailed Information
This public CWSF website primarily serves visitors, sponsors and media. For regional organizers like you, we provide more detailed operational information through these key channels:
YSC Help Centre
The YSC Help Centre is your comprehensive resource hub for detailed information on:
- CWSF registration processes and timelines
- Project eligibility requirements and rules
- Judging criteria and procedures
- Registration walkthroughs for the YSC Portal
This Help Centre is separated into useful information for both students and yourselves as regional fair organizers.
Participant Guides
Valuable information has been shared in our participant guides:
- Finalist Guide: Contains detailed information about the CWSF experience, preparation tips, judging process, and event activities
- Parent/Guardian Guide: Provides parents with information about supporting their child through the CWSF experience
- Delegate Guide: Essential information for regional delegates about their responsibilities and event management
These guides are available in the YSC Portal under the “Support Centre” and contain important information you will want to reference when preparing your regional participants.
Additionally, there is a dedicated Parent & Supporters informational page on the CWSF website with specific resources for parents and guardians of finalists.
YSC Portal
The YSC Portal is where you’ll manage and access:
- Finalist and delegate registrations for CWSF
- Student resources
- Regional affiliation
CWSF Website Login Access
In early May, all registered participants (finalists and delegates) will receive login credentials for the CWSF website and app. Once logged in, they will have access to:
- Detailed in-person event information
- Current event schedule with any updates
- Campus maps and venue details
- Discussion forums and community features
This login-based information is crucial for all participants attending the CWSF. Please ensure your regional participants understand they will receive these credentials in May and should monitor their email accounts for access.
Connect with the Regional Network Community
The Regional Network community is a dedicated hub for STEM fair organizers across Canada to connect, share best practices, and support one another. The Regional Network community offers:
- Peer-to-peer support from experienced organizers
- Forums to discuss challenges and successes
- Shared resources from regions across Canada
To join this valuable community, ask your regional coordinator for an invitation or contact Youth Science Canada directly.
Contact Information
For specific questions related to regional fair organization and the CWSF:
Email: [email protected]
We value your commitment to youth science education and are here to support your efforts. Thank you for nurturing the next generation of STEM innovators through your regional fair!