U of G's Food Science Summer Camp
Discover the science of your favourite foods at this fun-filled STEM camp!
Based at the University of Guelph, the Food Science Summer Camp provides a hands on STEM-focused Summer Camp designed for curious high school students who love science, creativity, and of course - food! Learn through fun, hands-on activities and discover the science behind the food you eat. And yes, you'll do plenty of taste testing.
Hands-on STEM + Food Activities
Over five days, participants will explore the fascinating world of food through real laboratory experiments, tasting sessions, and interactive workshops. From decoding the senses and crafting chocolate, to baking science and microbial fermentation, students get a unique behind the scenes look at how food scientists shape everything we eat.
Camp Highlights:
- Sensory testing and flavour perception experiments
- Chocolate tempering, molding, and tasting
- Candy-making chemistry and glow-in-the-dark reactions
- Dough, gluten, and baking labs
- Fermentation science and microbiology activities
- All materials, supplies, lunch, and snacks included
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Date: July 27th - 31st, 2026
Location: University of Guelph Campus
Contact: fsevents@uoguelph.ca
Perfect for future STEM-leaders
U of G's Food Science Summer Camp is ideal for students entering grades 9-12 who are interested in science, food innovation, or exploring future careers in agriculture, health, and STEM. Spots are limited, so register early to secure a place!
Info for Parents:
- All materials, supplies, lunch, and snacks included.
- Drop-off (8:00 - 8:30am) and pick-up (4:30pm - 5:00pm).
- The Camp is run out of U of G's Department of Food Science (ranked #1 in Canada for Food Science).
- Because it is lab-intensive, registration is limited to below 30 individuals.
- Cost for the 5 day camp: $899.00 +hst (includes lunch and all needed supplies).
Meet your instructors!
Dr. Lisa Duizer from the University of Guelph was recently featured on TVO's Burps, Butts and Bones! Dr. Lisa puts Jack through his paces with a few clever taste tests. Not only does he learn there's a difference between taste and flavour, but also that his eyes can influence the foods he tries. But the biggest test of all will decide if he's a super taster - or not!
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About Us
The Department of Food Science provides state of the art knowledge translation focused on developing sustainable, safe and innovative foods aimed at improving human health. Research done in Food Science focuses on interdisciplinary studies spanning chemistry, biology, microbiology, natural product chemistry, nanoscience, physics and nutritional science.