The Manitoba Science Academy is an independent, non-profit organization registered with the Province of Manitoba, and operated by a volunteer Board of Directors. Its mission is to provide youth with an educational environment, focused on practical research that fosters an interest in post-secondary Science and Engineering disciplines. The program is not all work and no play. Activities during evenings and weekends include swimming, hiking, rowing, organized sports and trips to the Whiteshell Provincial Park, Grand Beach and Winnipeg.
Adventures in science and research
For the summer of 2008, July 2 to August 8
Residence is located in beautiful Pinawa, Manitoba
Young scientists work in field studies and professional labs
Program cost is $3950
Awards are allocated on a first come first serve basis, so get your application in early!
All students are eligible for scholarships and MSA bursary support.
We are pleased to announce that registration for 2008 is now full.
Summary
- For future scientists and engineers
- Six week Camp for high school students
- Real scientific research with real scientists
- Nobody knows the result of this research
- Lectures with eminent scientists and engineers
- Seminars on Scientific reports and scientific presentations
- Great recreation and activities are planned
- Swimming, campfires, boat excursions, hiking, field trips, beach activities, parades
- Great meals and special time with roommates
- Adjustment to residence living in preparation for college
- Students earn two Grade 12 Manitoba Science credits
- Lifelong friendships
- Impressive addition to high school resume
Science in Pinawa
Pinawa has a strong scientific community and a wide range of research and development takes place in both privately and publicly owned companies. Although availability of projects may vary from year to year, MSA has support from many local and national organizations for research partnerships for its summer program.
The following is a list of organizations providing support and some examples of their expertise and research applications:
- University of New Brunswick: effects of hydro-electric dams on aquatic invertebrates
- Spectrum Scientific: applications of physics (optics and spectroscopy) to agricultural and environmental research
- Channel Systems: applications of spectral imaging, nuclear safety
- ECOMatters: contaminant pathways analysis, carbon sequestration, greenhouse gas emission, plant science and agronomy
- AECL: nuclear waste management and decommissioning; site remediation
- University of Manitoba: applied physics and entomology studies
Apply Now
Applications for the summer of 2008 are available for download.
Click to download application form (50 KB PDF)