• Registration | Eco Exploration Day (Monday, October 26) | Grades 1 to 3

  • Open to: Grades 1 to 3

    Dates: Monday, October 26, 2026

    Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Location: Ontario Tech University (North Oshawa Campus)

    Cost Per Participant: $120

    The Eco Exploration Day program is designed to introduce youth to the vital role technology and engineering play in modern food production and sustainable farming.

    Throughout this interactive full-day workshop, participants will step into the boots of agricultural engineers to solve real-world farm challenges. Working in collaborative teams, students will build smart soil-moisture sensors, code automated irrigation systems, and analyze digital crop data to optimize harvest health. By directly connecting hands-on building, programming, and creative design with everyday farming tasks, participants will develop valuable problem-solving skills and discover how high-tech tools make agriculture smarter, more efficient, and more resilient.

    This welcoming space connects participants with encouraging role models and like-minded peers who foster a sense of belonging while inspiring youth to explore and pursue future pathways in STEM and programming.

    Spots are limited to 30 participants. If you have multiple children, please complete this form for each child you wish to register.  Because there are limited spots available, please only register if you intend to attend all sessions.

    In the event of full capacity, we encourage you to continue with registration and be placed on the waiting list. You will receive a confirmation email to confirm your registration or will be notified if you are placed on our waiting list.

    Any questions regarding the program can be sent to (name), Engineering Outreach Coordinator, by email at alex.piliounis@ontariotechu.ca or by phone at 905.721.8668 ext. 7372 

    You will receive a confirmation of your registration to the email indicated below:

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  • Actua is a leading Canadian science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) youth outreach organization. Each year, the Actua network engages over 500,000 youth in 600 communities across Canada in transformative STEM learning experiences that build critical skills and confidence. Please visit www.actua.ca.

  • Actua is a leading Canadian science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) youth outreach organization. Each year, the Actua network engages over 500,000 youth in 600 communities across Canada in transformative STEM learning experiences that build critical skills and confidence. Please visit www.actua.ca.

  • Eco Exploration Day (Monday, October 26)

  • Open to: Grades 1 to 3

    Dates: Monday, October 26, 2026

    Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Location: Ontario Tech University (North Oshawa Campus)

    Cost Per Participant: $120

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      All youth and staff have the right to a positive and safe experience.  For this reason, youth are asked to follow the Code of Conduct when attending Engineering Outreach programs (whether virtual or in person). In general, we ask that youth:

      • Be safe
      • Be kind to yourself and others
      • Respect yourself and others
      • Listen to others and follow directions
      • Have fun!

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