Past Events
Virtual Ventures hosts a wide range of fun and engaging STEM events for youth of all ages throughout the year! Take a look at some events we have held in the past at Carleton University. Join our Mailing List to stay updated on future events!
STEM in Motion
Saturday, September 27th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Youth in Grades 6-8
Ready, set, build! This STEM workshop invites youth to design, test, and create as they explore forces, motion, and simple machines, turning imagination into movement.
Impact Lab
Saturday September 28th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Youth in Grades 3-6
In this hands-on event, youth will have the chance to design, build, and showcase their very own inventions through a Build and Pitch activity!
Engineering Odyssey
Saturday, September 30th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University
Get ready to unlock your potential and shape the future with Engineering Odyssey! This event offers an incredible opportunity to engage in hands-on engineering activities that ignite curiosity and creativity. Discover the wonders of engineering as youth embark on a journey of exploration and innovation.
Spooky STEM Day
Thursday, October 30th | 6pm-8pm | Carleton University | Youth in Grades 1-4
In this hands-on event, youth will explore spooky science and engineering by designing, building, and testing their own creations!
Go Phys Girl
Saturday, November 15th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Girls* in Grades 5-8
Go Phys Girl is a unique opportunity for girls in grades 5 to 8 to learn about careers in the exciting field of engineering and how engineers use physics in their every day lives!
Game Jam
Saturday, January 25th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Youth in Grades 4-8
Virtual Ventures’ Game Jam is all about exploring different coding languages and building digital literacy skills! We do this by offering a series of curated coding tutorials and computer labs for youth to use. Build a video game, learn a new programming language, and share your experience with your peers!
Go Code Girl
Saturday, February 8th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Girls* in Grades 6-9
Go Code Girl provides an exciting opportunity for girls* to learn about the exciting world of coding and software development, and to discover opportunities in computing and engineering fields. Combining technology and craft, the girls will bring creation to life!
National Engineering Month
Saturday, March 1st | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Youth in Grades 5-10
National Engineering Month is Canada’s largest celebration of engineering and engineers work and role in society. This event will give youth the opportunity to participate in hands-on engineering activities and learn about the exciting world of engineering through a keynote address from an industry professional and by speaking with current Carleton engineering students.
International Women’s Day
Saturday, March 8th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Girls* in Grades 4-8
Celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in STEM fields! Hear from an exciting keynote speaker sharing her journey in STEM, and dive into a hands-on engineering activity that promises to spark curiosity and creativity. It’s an exciting morning of empowerment, learning, and fun as we celebrate the brilliance of women in STEM and ignite the passion for future innovators!
Spring into STEM
Saturday, April 5th | 9am-12pm | Carleton University | Youth in Grades 1-4
Youth will explore science, coding, and engineering through spring-themed activities filled with creativity, discovery, and fun!