We are pleased to announce that Actua has received $38.4 million from the Government of Canada's Strategic Science Fund. This support represents five years of funding for the Actua network and along with investment from our corporate sector partners, will engage 1.8 million youth in every corner of the country with a specific focus on equity-deserving communities. Thank you Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada for your investment and for recognizing that Actua's network is a critical part of Canada's innovation ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/eQz-uTUP François-Philippe Champagne #SSF #InclusiveSTEM #STEM #ActuaNetwork
About us
Actua is a Canadian national charity with a mission to provide life-changing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) experiences that inspire ALL youth to achieve their potential and fulfill their critical role in the world. Actua's focus is on the development and delivery of programming designed to break down barriers to youth engagement in STEM and promote continued studies and related career opportunities. Each year, through its growing network of over 40 member organizations located at universities and colleges across the country, and through its Outreach Team, Actua engages and inspires over 350,000 youth in over 500 communities nationwide. Through our National Indigenous Youth in STEM (InSTEM) program, we engage over 35,000 Aboriginal Canadians in community-based culturally relevant experiences. Actua envisions a world in which every young Canadian, regardless of background, ability, or socio-economic status, can feel inspired and empowered through science, technology, engineering, and math. The young people we reach today will become the role models for future generations. They will build tomorrow's dynamic, competitive and diverse workforce and will help make Canada a global leader in science literacy and innovation.
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http://www.actua.ca
External link for Actua
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1993
- Specialties
- STEM Education
Locations
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Primary
111 Murray St
Ottawa, Ontario K1N 5M5, CA
Employees at Actua
Updates
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Yesterday, Yukon's Member of Parliament Brendan Hanley visited YukonU's #STEMcampweek. He visited multiple camps from a soap making workshop to the blast off camp and a culinary arts lesson. Hanley came as part of Actua’s national Bring Your MP to STEM Camp campaign — an opportunity to raise awareness and exposure among MPs about the importance of youth engagement in STEM. Early engagement in STEM sparks curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. It's also an important part of building Canada’s talent pipeline. Thanks Actua for providing these spaces and creating opportunities for youth to engage in STEM activities. To learn about YukonU's STEM programs, check: https://lnkd.in/gFHV8ZJK #YukonTerritory #YukonU #YouthInSTEM
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We received a special visit from Karen Vecchio to our camp last week as part of Actua’s Bring Your MP to STEM Camp Week! We appreciate your dedication to promoting #STEM education and inspiring the next generation of innovators #STEMCampWeek
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It was an exciting week at the Faculty of Engineering’s summer camps! We received a special visit from the Honourable Mona Fortier as part of Actua Bring Your MP to STEM Camp Week. We appreciate her dedication to promoting #STEM education. Participating in STEM activities from a young age can help students overcome barriers created by traditional teaching methods. We’re extremely proud of the work being done by our outreach team, which employs high school and university-level students to help inspire and empower youth in STEM!🧪🔬 - Ce fut une semaine excitante aux camps de jour de la Faculté de génie! Nous avons reçu la visite spéciale de l’honorable Mona Fortier dans le cadre de la semaine « Amenez votre député au camp STIM » d'Actua. Nous apprécions son dévouement à promouvoir l'éducation des #STIM. La participation à des activités STIM dès un jeune âge peut aider les élèves à surmonter les obstacles créés par les méthodes d'enseignement traditionnelles. Nous sommes extrêmement fiers du travail accompli par notre équipe de sensibilisation, qui emploie des jeunes du secondaire et de l'université pour inspirer les plus jeunes et leur donner des moyens de se lancer dans les STIM! 🧪🔬 #uOttawa #uOttawaEngineering #STEMCampWeek #uOttawaGenie #SemaineCampSTIM
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Actua’s outreach instructors play a pivotal role in delivering hands-on STEM experiences to youth and serving as diverse role models who inspire them to see themselves in STEM. Meet Cheyenne, one of Actua’s 2024 instructors! She’s a third-year student at the University of Guelph, passionate about STEM and excited to create meaningful connections with youth in the North this summer. Cheyenne shares her experiences and offers advice to future instructors. ⭐ #Outreach #ActuaintheNorth #InSTEM #Campinstructors #STEMcamp
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Actua is pleased to have Keyera as a new supporter of our Indigenous Youth in STEM (InSTEM) program. With their support, we will continue to break down barriers to Inuit, Métis and First Nations youth engagement in STEM fields. Learn more about #InSTEM at actua.ca/edi#instem.
We're thrilled to announce a new flagship partnership through our #KeyeraConnects program with Actua, Canada's largest #STEM youth outreach organization. Through this partnership, we will support the Indigenous Youth in STEM program (InSTEM), Actua's specialized programming for Indigenous youth. Through InSTEM, Actua hires instructors, including Indigenous post-secondary students to engage K-12 youth in STEM and digital skills, bridging Indigenous ways of knowing with Western STEM concepts. This fosters increased high school graduation rates, capacity building, employability skills and access to work experience opportunities. We are proud to join Actua in helping build a brighter future for all through education and training for Indigenous youth. Learn more about how we're working to foster Indigenous Reconciliation through Keyera Connects: https://bit.ly/3LSVkL4 Learn more about Actua: https://bit.ly/47Tyk6Z
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Actua is looking for an enthusiastic Financial Assistant to join our growing organization. If you have a strong understanding of financial principles and are highly organized, apply today at actua.ca/careers. #Hiring #JobOpportunity #STEMcareers
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Actua has an exciting position open for a Senior Fundraiser. You’ll play a pivotal role in securing funding for our impactful #STEM programs. If you’re a strategic thinker and are passionate about making a difference, apply today at actua.ca/careers. #Hiring #JobOpportunity #STEMcareers
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Youth have the power to drive innovation. #STEM can be the key to equipping them with the skills required to shape a brighter tomorrow. 🔑🌎 #WorldYouthSkillsDay
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Camp season means #STEMcampweek! Join us in celebrating Bring your MP to STEM Camp week, a country-wide celebration of youth participation in #STEM to highlight the importance of engaging them in transformational STEM learning experiences. 🌳🤖 La saison des camps d'été signifient la #SemaineCampsSTIM ! Rejoignez-nous pour célébrer la semaine Amenez votre député au camp STIM, une célébration nationale de la participation des jeunes aux #STIM pour souligner l'importance de les impliquer dans des expériences d'apprentissage en STIM. #STEMcamp #campseason #STEMforyouth #ActuaNetwork #cdnpoli #campdété #camps #campSTIM