UBC Summer Science Program

UBC Summer Science Program UBC Summer Science is a one-week summer camp for Indigenous students in grades 8-11! Visit our website for more information (see link below)

Summer Science is a one-week summer camp for Aboriginal students in grades 8-11. The program promotes interest in the health and human service field through first-hand experience at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC. Each year the program takes place in 2 one-week sessions: one for grades 10-12, and one for grades 8-9. Students stay on campus at UBC during their program week. In

2012, the Summer Science dates are as follows:
First session is for grades 10-12, Sunday, July 1 to Saturday, July 7, 2012,
Second session is for grades 8-9, Sunday, July 8 to Saturday, July 14, 2012. Students who have completed grades 8-11 and are of First Nations, Inuit, or Métis Ancestry, are encouraged to apply.

Today is the last day to apply for UBC Summer Science!UBC Summer Science offers Indigenous youth a chance to explore hea...
06/15/2026

Today is the last day to apply for UBC Summer Science!

UBC Summer Science offers Indigenous youth a chance to explore health, science, and STEM in a way that is connected to culture and community. Through hands-on learning and time with Elders and Indigenous role models, students are supported in imagining new possibilities for themselves.

For students entering Grades 9–12 in September 2026:
Week 1 (Grades 11/12): August 2–8
Week 2 (Grades 9/10): August 9–15
Learn more or apply: https://bit.ly/CEIHSSP

5 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY to Summer Science 2026!! Join us this August for a week filled with culture, science and connection...
06/10/2026

5 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY to Summer Science 2026!! Join us this August for a week filled with culture, science and connections with Indigenous peers and mentors! Learn more through the link in our bio!

Apply now at the link in our bio or email [email protected] to request a word document application!

Applications to volunteer for Summer Science 2024 CLOSE SATURDAY! Don't miss out on the opportunity to lend a hand to a ...
06/09/2026

Applications to volunteer for Summer Science 2024 CLOSE SATURDAY!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to lend a hand to a cultural, health and science camp for Indigenous students!

Check out the link in our description to learn more about the role! To apply, email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Application deadline is June 13th.

Applications are open until June 15th! Apply now for a chance to participate in culture, science, and health workshops a...
06/04/2026

Applications are open until June 15th! Apply now for a chance to participate in culture, science, and health workshops and learn more about university. Can’t wait to see you there! ☀️🧬

Want to gain meaningful experience, build connections, and support Indigenous youth on their educational journey? Volunt...
06/02/2026

Want to gain meaningful experience, build connections, and support Indigenous youth on their educational journey? Volunteer with the UBC Summer Science Program this August! Join us for two incredible weeks of learning, laughter, and leadership at UBC Vancouver.

Check out the link in our description to learn more about the role! To apply, email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Application deadline is June 13th.

Introducing TORYN! Toryn was a program assistant in 2024 and is joining us again this year! Got questions about applicat...
06/01/2026

Introducing TORYN! Toryn was a program assistant in 2024 and is joining us again this year! Got questions about applications, travel, workshops, or anything program related? Our program assistants are here to help!

Toryn is a proud member of the Gitxsan First Nation from rural northwestern British Columbia. He was born and raised on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Gitxsan Lax’yip on the Gitanmaax reservation. He belongs to the house of Miluulak of the frog clan as was his mother and her mother before her.
Toryn has just completed his Bachelor’s of Kinesiology degree where he had the opportunity to further his knowledge and deepen his passion for health and wellbeing. He is very passionate about working in community and hopes to work in rural Indigenous communities in health and wellbeing promotion.

Introducing KALINA! Kalina is joining us this summer as a Program Assistant! You may have already spoken with Kalina thr...
05/29/2026

Introducing KALINA! Kalina is joining us this summer as a Program Assistant! You may have already spoken with Kalina through outreach over the phone or email!

Kalina is a fourth year student, within the Indigenous Teacher’s Education Program (NITEP). She was born in Yellowknife, North West Territories, and is of Dene, Chipewyan Indigenous ancestry and mixed European settler ancestry. Kalina is majoring within history and arts, with plans to teach in highschools. She has focused on developing her artistic practices in many fields, obtaining an honours diploma in Global makeup, being a member in a local pottery collective and teaching violin to local youth. As a future Indigenous educator, she plans to help shape the minds of future youth through Indigenous pedagogical practices.

Introducing ELLA! Ella is joining Summer Science for her second year as a Program Assistant! She is working behind the s...
05/28/2026

Introducing ELLA! Ella is joining Summer Science for her second year as a Program Assistant! She is working behind the scenes planning camp along side the rest of the team, and is here to answer any questions

Ella is a proud member of the Tsimshian Nation. She grew up on the traditional, unceded territory of the Squamish Nation in Squamish BC, and is studying math at UBC. Ella is passionate about increasing Indigenous representation in STEM-related fields and supporting Indigenous youth in exploring post-secondary pathways in STEM. The Summer Science Program reflects her passion by allowing her to help Indigenous youth explore STEM post-secondary pathways in a fun and culturally safe space.

Applications are still open for UBC Summer Science 2026! Wondering how you can apply? You can apply through email, our o...
05/27/2026

Applications are still open for UBC Summer Science 2026!

Wondering how you can apply? You can apply through email, our online application or mailing your application to Summer Science! Look further into these options through our website: https://health.indigenous.ubc.ca/ssp-applications/

Got questions? Email us at [email protected]

Introducing JILLIAN! Jillian is joining Summer Science as one of our Program Assistants! She is here to answer any camp ...
05/27/2026

Introducing JILLIAN! Jillian is joining Summer Science as one of our Program Assistants! She is here to answer any camp related questions through our email!

Jillian was born and raised on treaty one territory in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She is a proud member of the Red River Metis Nation. This is her first year working with Summer Science. Jillian is passionate about working with Indigenous youth to grow their cultural knowledge as well as her own. She is currently working towards a degree in education and is about to start her second year studying at UBC with the Indigenous Teachers Education program (NITEP). Jillian is focusing on becoming a future educator, and hopefully, role model to Indigenous youth.

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