May 11 & 12 – Nature Ambassadors (2-day camp)
Nanaimo Science 3200 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC, CanadaSpring is in the air - what a wonderful time to explore nature! This outdoor-heavy camp will have kids exploring flora and fauna around Oliver Woods. They will learn about trees, native and invasive plants, birds, and insects - as well as indoor crafts and other activities in the Hemlock... Read more
Science in the Park – RDN Mount Benson Regional Park “Birds on Benson”
Mount Benson Regional ParkExplore RDN parks and protected areas with Nanaimo Science’s Outreach Educators. These all-ages parent participation drop-in events will have you exploring your parks with nature hikes, explorations of local flora and fauna, science games and art projects. Birds on Benson Learn about the birds that make our parks home through... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Qualicum Beach Family Day
Ravensong Community Playing FieldThe 45th annual Family Day will take place on May 28, 2023. Since 1976, Family Day has been sponsored by the Town of Qualicum Beach and organized by a group of dedicated volunteers. Held on the last Sunday of May, the event includes a pancake breakfast at the Civic Cente,... Read more
World Ocean Day 2023
Kinsmen Park, Departure Bay BeachCelebrate World Ocean Day with FREE programing and information sessions for students at Departure Bay Beach! 3x 15-minute sessions by advanced registration, starting a 9:00 AM on June 8th. SEAMOR Marine, a local Subsea Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) manufacturer, Nanaimo Science, a non-profit science education organization, and the City of... Read more
Nanaimo Daybreak Rotary Poker Tournament for Nanaimo Science & Volunteer Nanaimo
Moose Lodge #1052, 1356 Cranberry Avenue, Nanaimo, BC 1356 Cranberry Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, CanadaWe are pleased to be selected as one of the benefactors for this charity Texas Hold'em Tournament that is being organized by Nanaimo Daybreak Rotary! For adults only! Test your skill and luck, while helping support Nanaimo Science and the Volunteer Nanaimo for Youth Network! Tickets $100 includes buy-in and... Read more
Family Fun Night with the City of Nanaimo
Moose Lodge #1052, 1356 Cranberry Avenue, Nanaimo, BC 1356 Cranberry Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, CanadaBring the whole family out for an evening of fun with Nanaimo Science, the City of Nanaimo and many others! FREE activities for children of all ages. 4:00 - 7:00 PM Departure Bay Kiwanis Park
Pacific Salmon Foundation – Science in the Park
Englishman River Regional ParkJoin us for a FREE Science in the Park session all about salmon! During this crucial time in their lifecycles, our rivers are seeing the return of salmon. Learn about these fish with hands-on science activities for the whole family. This special event is made possible thanks to funding from... Read more
Pacific Salmon Foundation – Science in the Park
Join us for a FREE Science in the Park session all about salmon! During this crucial time in their lifecycles, our rivers are seeing the return of salmon. Learn about these fish with hands-on science activities for the whole family. This special event is made possible thanks to funding from... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Nanaimo River Hatchery Spawning Day Fundraiser
Nanaimo River Hatchery 2775 Rugby Road, Nanaimo, BCWe will be at the Nanaimo River Hatchery supporting their annual fundraiser, "Spawning Day"! This is a great event for the whole family! Entry is by donation, and cash will also be helpful for the salmon BBQ, or for kids to "buy" a fry (young salmon) to release down the... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Country Club Centre Santa Breakfast
Country Club Centre 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaWe are looking forward to taking part in Breakfast with Santa at @countryclubcentre this Sunday! We will have hands-on science activities and demonstrations for the whole family! Make sure to come see us across from the Information/Lotto Kiosk during this special fundraiser/ticketed event!
Science in the Park – Morden Colliery
Morden Colliery Regional Trail (near the coal tipple)Join Nanaimo Science's Science in the Park team for this FREE program about the geology of Nanaimo and Vancouver Island, and the history of the coal industry that brought settlers to this space. Parent participation required
K-3 Homeschool Programs
This program is intended for children in Kindergarten to Grade 3. The dates and times of special events may vary, so please double check the schedule before purchasing. The sessions on Oct. 8 and Nov. 26 will be combined with the older group, so these sessions will be 1.5 hours. Please note... Read more
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