Upcoming Events
Here is our current listing of events/programs. All these hands-on workshops, lab tours, seminars, panel discussions, mentorships and symposiums are free of charge.
Note: All youth who attend 7 UHN STEM Pathways Events between September 2023 and June 2024 will get a Certificate of Participation signed by senior UHN leadership.
Science Rendezvous 2024
Nature: In-person
Audience: All Ages
Join us at any time between 12-4pm for a fun afternoon of STEM activities!
STEM Talks: Nursing Careers
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who work in the nursing field.
Resumes and Networking
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 Students
In this session, youth will learn resume and networking skills and strategies.
STEM Talks: Vision Sciences
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who study vision.
June Virtual Interactive Activity
Final Certificate-eligible event of the 2023-2024 Academic Year.
Event Topic and Registration Information TBA.
STEM Talks: 2023/24 Events
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
Click here to see what career panels we will be hosting in 2023/24. These sessions will involve youth hearing from leaders in the field. Speakers will talk about their education and career journeys, highlighting their current work at UHN.
Powered Up: Energy & Cells
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 Students
In this session, youth will participate in an interactive virtual workshop.
STEM Talks: Transplant Innovations
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who work in the transplant field.
PA Days at UHN
Nature: In-Person
Audience: Gr. 11-12 Students
Students will be selected for one 2-hour workshop, on-site at UHN.
*Note: Students must be 16+ to attend some workshops.
Go With The Flow
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 Students
In this session, youth will participate in an interactive virtual workshop.
STEM Talks: Engineering Careers
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who work in the engineering field.
Mock University Lecture
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 Students
In this session, youth will participate in a mock university lecture.
Medical Device Design Challenge
Nature: In-Person at Toronto Rehab
Audience: Grade 6-8
Showcase your creativity and innovation by taking on a Design Challenge and creating a new medical device.
Women in Science Career Panel
Nature: Virtual
Audience: All Ages
Hear from trailblazing scientists and clinicians working on discoveries that could help cure arthritis, vision and brain disease.
STEM Talks: Psychology Pathways
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who work in the field of psychology.
STEM Talks: Cancer Care
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who study and/or care for individuals with cancer.
Science of Stem Cells
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will learn what pluripotent stem cells are and how these are made in the lab to treat various diseases
STEM Talks: Accessible Futures
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who research ways to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities
AI Everywhere: Uses in Neuroscience
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will learn how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to sort neuroscience data
Engineering in Healthcare
Nature: Virtual
Audience: All ages
In this session, youth will learn about different engineering careers in healthcare.
STEM Talks: Respiratory Health
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who study the respiratory system.
STEM Talks: Undergrad Panel
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 Students
In this session, youth will hear from undergrad students who will give advice on the university application process.
STEM Talks: Stem Cells
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who study stem cells.
STEM Talks: World Heart Day
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who study the heart.
STEMystery - A Microscopy Investigation
Nature: Virtual
Audience: All Ages
During this virtual event, youth can try to escape a microscopy-themed room. Journey through a virtual scientific lab, solving scientific puzzles along the way.
UHN Summer Seminar Series
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals working in research, medicine and healthcare.
STEM Talks: Careers in Genetics
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from UHN professionals who study genetics.
Careers in Clinical Research
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will learn about careers in clinical research and helpful advice for pursuing a career in this field.
STEM Talks: Pathways to Nursing
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will hear from licensed nursing professionals and nursing students working at UHN.
FUNdamental Lab Experience
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will to participate in a virtual lab where they will learn the fundamentals of research.
Science Rendezvous 2023
Nature: In-person
Audience: All Ages
Join us at any time between 12-4pm for a fun afternoon of STEM activities!
STEM Talks: Neurological Disorders
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 7-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will learn from professionals who research neurological disorders.
Exploring Health Teams
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session hear from a panel of nurses and personal support workers (PSWs).
Transplant Together - a virtual escape room
Nature: Virtual
Audience: All Ages
During this virtual event, youth can try to escape a Wizard of Oz themed operating room. Journey through a virtual simulation lab, solving scientific puzzles along the way.
World Creativity and Innovation Day
Nature: Virtual
Audience: Gr. 9-12 and Undergrad/College Students
In this session, youth will to participate in an interactive activity that celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Day.
STEM Talks: Speak with UHN Staff and Trainees
Nature: Virtual
Audience: High School Educators
These will be 4 career sessions that are held during school hours so that educators can attend with their class. Sessions will occur on Mondays from 10:30-11:30am on Zoom.
Podcasts & Recorded Offerings
Check out our current recorded offerings