Science Quest

Science Quest delivers hands on, engaging science, engineering and computer programming in the form of classroom workshops and summer camps out of Queen's University.

We are changing it up! This year, all of our camps will follow the same theme each week! Spots are filling up! Register ...
05/26/2026

We are changing it up! This year, all of our camps will follow the same theme each week!

Spots are filling up! Register for Science Quest Now!

Have you ever wondered how humans first made it to the stars? How rockets and their code are designed? How you might one day develop a habitat on Mars? How to become an astronaut? Do all of this and more, with Space Quest!

Have you ever wondered why we build things like we do? Why bridges and buildings are able to withstand high winds? How a chemical reaction or a mechanical movement can turn into power, enough for a whole city to live off of? City Quest aims to answer all of these questions and more, everything to do with urban engineering design!

Have you ever wondered how animals, including us humans, explore the worlds oceans? How submarines are designed to withstand high pressures? How sonar allows us to navigate at great depths? How plants and animals evolve to the needs of their environment? Journey to great depths in Ocean Quest!

Have you ever wondered how codes to send secret messages are created as well as solved? How forensic science helps to solve crimes? How the specialized gadgets, cars, and lairs in your favorite spy cartoons are made? Investigate these and more in Spy Quest!

Calling all aspiring female scientists in grades 4-8! Dive into the wonders of science with our revamped summer camp des...
05/22/2026

Calling all aspiring female scientists in grades 4-8! Dive into the wonders of science with our revamped summer camp designed exclusively for girls. Explore a new realm of science every week as we embark on an exciting journey of discovery! From biology to chemistry to physics and more, each session promises captivating experiments and hands-on learning experiences. Engage with inspiring female mentors from Queen's University throughout the week! Our activities are crafted and led by talented female students, offering you a unique opportunity to learn from the best. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking talks and workshops led by female researchers, design teams, and science clubs at Queen's University. Join us this summer for an adventure of exploration, learning, and fun at Girls' Quest!

To register today, go to sciencequest.ca


Registration for the 2026 ScienceQuest Camp season is now open! Kinder Creators: - In Kinder Creators, we use engaging e...
04/29/2026

Registration for the 2026 ScienceQuest Camp season is now open!

Kinder Creators:
- In Kinder Creators, we use engaging experiments to spark exploration and interest in important scientific topics.

- Topics are age-appropriate and based off of the Grade 1 Ontario Science Curriculum, so campers can learn while having fun!

Junior Thinkers
- In Junior Thinkers, we expand our thinking to connect science to real world implications.

- Topics are age-appropriate and based on the Grades 2 and 3 Ontario Science Curriculum, so campers can learn while having fun!

Engineering, Tech & Science

- In Engineering Science & Tech Camp, we use the engineering design cycle and hypothesis testing to deeply understand scientific topics.

- Topics are age-appropriate and based off of the Grades 4 - 8 Ontario Science Curriculum so campers can learn while having fun!

Girl's Quest

- Calling all aspiring female scientists in grades 4-8!
- Dive into the wonders of science with our revamped summer camp designed exclusively for girls.

- Engage with inspiring female mentors from Queen's University throughout the week!
- Our activities are crafted and led by talented female students, offering you a unique opportunity to learn from the best.

Robotics

- Robotics Camp allows kids to learn everything they would ever want to know about the world of robots!
- Campers will learn all about the coding, building, and energy required for a robot to work.
- Working with Science Quest’s variety of robots such as Jade robots, Lego Mindstorms, Spheros, Ozobots, MicroBits, and our EV3s, campers have the chance to explore how robots work.

We are looking forward to lots of summer science fun!

For more information visit sciencequest.com

Looking for a fun way to get hands on experience with STEM? Join Science Quest as a LIT! What is an LIT?An LIT is a lead...
04/29/2026

Looking for a fun way to get hands on experience with STEM?

Join Science Quest as a LIT!

What is an LIT?

An LIT is a leader in training. In this position, you would assist our staff with many day to day tasks each week. You are required to be available for at least 2 weeks and will receive 35 volunteer hours per week volunteered, upon completion. Applicants must be aged 14-17 years and either in high school (not recently graduated) or entering high school in the fall.

What do LITs do?

At Science Quest, we believe the best way to learn is by doing! That's why our LIT program is all about getting you real, hands-on leadership experience. As an LIT, you'll work closely with our awesome STEM Instructors and learn from the best. Responsibilities include conducting cool demonstrations, helping campers with activities, presenting science content, and much more. You'll get to share your love of science with the next generation, pursue your professional goals, be part of an awesome and supportive team, and have a ton of fun along the way!

Science Quest is looking for its next Assistant Directors! We are currently hiring the Marketing and Materials Director ...
01/13/2026

Science Quest is looking for its next Assistant Directors! We are currently hiring the Marketing and Materials Director and the Business and Operations Director.

If you’re passionate about STEM outreach and want the chance to develop a wide set of skills (all while getting PAID), head over to Breezy and submit your application today! Applications due January 25th at 11:59 PM. Don’t miss out!

Who are we?
Founded in 1988, Science Quest is a not-for-profit science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) based program operated on the campus of Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario that provides STEM educational programming to youth from junior kindergarten to grade 8 in and around the Kingston community. Science Quest strives to engage and empower youth through our educational in-classroom workshops, summer camps and school year club sessions, all of which work towards sparking an interest in STEM within the 5000+ youth we reach annually.

Summer's not over yet! We still have spaces available for Weeks 7, 8, & 9 of camp but hurry--time is running out! Visit ...
08/05/2025

Summer's not over yet! We still have spaces available for Weeks 7, 8, & 9 of camp but hurry--time is running out! Visit sciencequest.ca to learn more about our offerings and get registered today.
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Who are we? Founded in 1988, Science Quest is a not-for-profit science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) based program operated on the campus of Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario that provides STEM educational programming to youth from junior kindergarten to grade 8 in and around the Kingston community. Science Quest strives to engage and empower youth through our educational in-classroom workshops, summer camps and school year club sessions, all of which work towards sparking an interest in STEM within the 5000+ youth we reach annually.

Summer's in full swing and we are having SO MUCH FUN at camp! Take a look at some of the awesome activities we've been u...
07/29/2025

Summer's in full swing and we are having SO MUCH FUN at camp! Take a look at some of the awesome activities we've been up to 🧪🔬☀
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Who are we? Founded in 1988, Science Quest is a not-for-profit science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) based program operated on the campus of Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario that provides STEM educational programming to youth from junior kindergarten to grade 8 in and around the Kingston community. Science Quest strives to engage and empower youth through our educational in-classroom workshops, summer camps and school year club sessions, all of which work towards sparking an interest in STEM within the 5000+ youth we reach annually.

Science Quest is offering a 10% discount on all camps for first responder families. To find out how you can take up this...
07/14/2025

Science Quest is offering a 10% discount on all camps for first responder families. To find out how you can take up this awesome offer, visit our website at sciencequest.ca today!
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Who are we?
Founded in 1988, Science Quest is a not-for-profit science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) based program operated on the campus of Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario that provides STEM educational programming to youth from junior kindergarten to grade 8 in and around the Kingston community. Science Quest strives to engage and empower youth through our educational in-classroom workshops, summer camps and school year club sessions, all of which work towards sparking an interest in STEM within the 5000+ youth we reach annually.

Another workshop season has come and gone for Science Quest. We had SO much fun visiting schools this year! Check out so...
06/23/2025

Another workshop season has come and gone for Science Quest. We had SO much fun visiting schools this year! Check out some highlights from this year's awesome activities. Next stop: camp season!!!
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Who are we? Founded in 1988, Science Quest is a not-for-profit science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) based program operated on the campus of Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario that provides STEM educational programming to youth from junior kindergarten to grade 8 in and around the Kingston community. Science Quest strives to engage and empower youth through our educational in-classroom workshops, summer camps and school year club sessions, all of which work towards sparking an interest in STEM within the 5000+ youth we reach annually

We pulled out the photo albums for this one! Check out some snapshots from previous years of Science Quest📸Make this sum...
06/12/2025

We pulled out the photo albums for this one! Check out some snapshots from previous years of Science Quest📸Make this summer one for the books and register your child for a Science Quest summer camp today!
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Who are we?
Founded in 1988, Science Quest is a not-for-profit science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) based program operated on the campus of Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario that provides STEM educational programming to youth from junior kindergarten to grade 8 in and around the Kingston community. Science Quest strives to engage and empower youth through our educational in-classroom workshops, summer camps and school year club sessions, all of which work towards sparking an interest in STEM within the 5000+ youth we reach annually.

Address

45 Union Street
Kingston, ON
K7L3N6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+16135336870

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