Creative Encounters
Dynamic STEM Camps and Programs for Youth and Kids
Welcome to Creative Encounters STEM Outreach Programming for Children and Youth.
Based at the University of Guelph, Creative Encounters provides STEM camps, programs, clubs, events and workshops for students in elementary and high school. Through fun, hands-on activities, we aim to ignite curiosity, boost confidence, and inspire the next generation of young innovators.
Led by a dedicated team of instructors and mentors, our programs encourage students to think critically and collaborate to solve real-world problems. From coding and robotics to engineering challenges and science experiments, every activity is an opportunity to explore and grow.
We inspire students to think creatively and tackle problems, helping them build confidence and a lasting interest in STEM.
Program Offerings
2025 Actua Experience Award — National Girls Program
Creative Encounters at the University of Guelph has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Actua Experience Award – National Girls Program, recognizing its sustained commitment to engaging girls and gender-diverse youth in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The national award highlights excellence among Actua network members whose programs support underrepresented youth and foster inclusive, skills-based learning environments.
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Inspiring and Mentoring Curiosity in Young Minds
Proud Actua Member
Creative Encounters is a proud network member of Actua. Actua is a leading Canadian science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) youth outreach organization. Each year, the Actua network engages over 500,000 youth in 600 communities across Canada in transformative STEM learning experiences that build critical skills and confidence.
