Workshops

During the months of November, December, May and June,  Discovery Western offers workshops for elementary and secondary schools. The focus of these workshops is to increase the awareness and enjoyment of science and engineering while complimenting the Ontario Science and Technology Curriculum. Energetic DW instructors travel across Southwestern Ontario to provide workshops to children in Grades K-8.

Workshop Descriptions

For a full list of the workshops we offer please go to our Workshop Description page.

Location

Due to the covid-19 pandemic, all our workshops are offered virtually with the option for materials to be dropped off to your classroom prior to the workshop.

Cost

Each workshop is designed for a maximum of 30 students. Please see below for pricing:

  • Virtual Workshop + no materials - Ideal for virtual school classroom $50/workshop
  • Virtual Workshop + materials - Ideal for in-person school classroom: $100/workshop

Depending on your location there may be an extra cost for mileage. 

Discounts

Have you been part of our WEMADEIT teacher program? Or do you work with underrepresented youth in STEM? Let us know as there might be a discount that can be applied to your booking. Additionally, if you book multiple workshops for the same day an automatic 5% discount will be applied for those workshops.

Book a Workshop

To book a workshop please fill out our online workshop booking form.

If you have any questions related to booking a workshop please contact Discovery Western by phone at 519-661-2111 ext. 88826 or email discover@uwo.ca.

Cancellation Policy

A 20% non-refundable administration fee is applied to all cancellations made up to 10 business days prior to the workshop session date. 

All cancellations must be submitted in writing at least 10 business days prior to the workshop session date. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 10 business days prior to the workshop session date. No refunds will be made in the event of the university or school closure.

Given the current covid-19 pandemic circumstances, this policy may be waived at the discretion of the Manager of Outreach.