What: Join us for Pathways to Science, a free online program designed to help high school students explore career pathways and strengthen foundational scientific skills. Held once a month between September 2026 - June 2027, you will hear directly from researchers and health professionals in science and medicine. You will explore how scientific discoveries are made, learn about different education and career pathways, and gain insight into what it's really like to work in research and healthcare. Whether you are already considering a career in health sciences or simply curious, this series is designed to help you explore your interests and better understand the opportunities and foundational skills needed in STEM. 

Who: Gr. 11 & 12 students in BC and Yukon (No competitive selection process, but participation is limited to the first 1000 students who submit the application form.)

When: 

Monday, September 21, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, October 5, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, November 2, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, December 7, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, January 4, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, February 1, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, March 1, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, April 5, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, May 3, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

Monday, June 7, 2027 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Online

More info: https://www.bcchr.ca/news-events/pathways-to-science/

Sign-up: https://rc.bcchr.ca/redcap/surveys/?s=FTM4HP8A8PNNYYP4

What: Hour Plus Plus of Code features various workshops for high school-age students to learn how to code and implement digital tools.

Join us in Fall 2026 for Hour++ of Code! Sign up for 1 workshop, a few, or all 9!

1. September 26: Intro to Python - learn the basics of the Python programming language and best practices (beginner friendly!)
2. October 3: Intro to Machine Learning - create machine learning programs in Python (Python experience encouraged)
3. October 17: UI/UX Design - create designs for mobile and web interfaces (beginner friendly!)
4. October 24: NEW Debugging - understand the process of finding and fixing errors (or "bugs") in computer code (Python experience required)
5. October 31: NEW Sprite Development - learn about pixel art and create your very own sprite, a 2D digital character (beginner friendly!)
6. November 7: Web Dev, Pt 1 (Intro to HMTL/CSS) - join us for 3 workshops to learn the basics of developing your own website (beginner friendly!)! Students who join all 3 Web Dev workshops will receive a certificate
7. November 14: Web Dev, Pt 2 (Intro to JavaScript) - join us for 3 workshops to learn the basics of developing your own website! Students who join all 3 Web Dev workshops will receive a certificate
8. November 21: Web Dev, Pt 3 (Create Your Website) - join us for 3 workshops to learn the basics of developing your own website! Students who join all 3 Web Dev workshops will receive a certificate
9. December 5: Mobile App Dev - learn to plan, prototype, and code a mobile app (beginner friendly!)

More info/ Register: Hour++ of Code: Fall 2026 Coding Workshops

What: The Empowered Black Girl Mentorship Program connects young Black Girls with professional Black Women mentors for six months of structured, identity-affirming mentorship. Mentees join one of three groups based on their goals: career exposure, leadership and networking, and emotional well-being, each designed to meet them where they are and help them grow. 

When: October 2026 - April 2027

For: Black Girls in Gr. 7-12 in the Greater Vancouver and Lower Mainland area who are ready to grow, connect and step into their power. 

Cost: $100 application fee ($40 scholarship available to those who require it)

More info/ Register: https://www.empoweredblackgirl.com/mentee

Cost: $555.90

Who: 15-18 years old

When: October 15 - February 11 on Thursdays from 4pm - 7pm

Where: Vancouver Art Gallery and Emily Carr University

What: Teen Art Group is an enriching arts program, offered in partnership with the Vancouver Art Gallery. The program alternates between the gallery and Emily Carr University. Get behind-the scenes access to exhibitions and meet artists and cultural practitioners. You'll also have a dedicated studio time to develop your skills and make your own work. With the program starting soon, register now to reserve your spot! 

Register: CSTP 100: Teen Art Group | ECU

What: Join Simon Fraser University professors and students at the Burnaby campus for a free, fun and informative event on Friday, October 23. Through hands-on mini lectures and lab activities, get a glimpse of what you can learn in the Faculty of Environment. 

When: Friday, October 23rd, 2026

9:30 AM – 2:15 PM

Where: SFU Burnaby, Student Union Building

More Info/ Register: Discovery Day - Faculty of Environment - Simon Fraser University

When: Friday, October 23rd, 2026 from 11:00am - 2:00pm

Where: Blusson Spinal Cord Centre, 818 West 10th Ave, Vancouver

What: High School and post-secondary students and other youth interested in a career in health care are welcome to join us. Learn from passionate health-care professionals and connect with representatives from post-secondary programs! No registration needed

More info: https://www.instagram.com/p/DeNcjkll7z8/ or email careerpathways@vch.ca

What: Are you someone who dreams of making films, developing games or becoming a master of interactive design?

Prospective students are invited to join SFU's School of Interactive Arts & Technology (SIAT) for a day of workshops, talks, and a campus tour to discover what our school has to offer.

Participants can choose to attend one of two workshops being offered as part of Discovery Day:

• Game Design: Understanding gameplay loops

or

• Photo Editing: Let's make memes with Photoshop!

When: Friday, October 23, 2026 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Where: SFU Surrey Campus

More Info/ Register: SIAT Discovery Day Tickets, Friday, October 23  •  1 PM - 4 PM | Eventbrite

For: High school students Gr. 10-12

What: This competition invites students to explore how design can create positive change for both people and the environment. The competition was developed to help students recognize the role design can play in addressing real-world environmental, social and community challenges, and create better ways of living, learning, working and connecting. Students can submit concepts in categories spanning Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing, Front-End Development, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Product Design.

Prizes: 

• 1st Place: $1000 KPU Tuition Waiver
• 2nd Place: $500 KPU Tuition Waiver
• 3rd Place: $250 KPU Tuition Waiver

Deadline: Friday, October 23rd, 2026

More info/ apply: Wilson School of Design launches KIND Competition » KPU Wilson School of Design

What: Try/CATCH is an event we host every year, where we invite girls and non-binary students in high school and introduce them to different aspects of computing science; such as programming, artificial intelligence, UI design, and more! 

Includes multiple workshops, panels, and a keynote speaker. 

Try/CATCH will provide snacks and lunch, and participation is FREE for all students. At the end of the event, we have a parent information session to allow them to ask questions about the road into the technology field, the challenges, and the rewards.

When: Saturday, October 24th from 9:30am - 5:30pm 

Where: SFU Burnaby Campus, Applied Science Building 

More Info: https://trycatch.cs.sfu.ca/ 

What: Forum 2027 will welcome 300 youth (aged 15-18) from across Canada to Ottawa for three week-long sessions of behind-the-scenes access to Parliament Hill, conversations with decision-makers, and hands-on simulations of the democratic process.

When: 

• February 7–12, 2027
• February 28 – March 5, 2027
• April 18–23, 2027

Deadline to apply: October 25th, 2026

Apply: https://forum.ca/apply

When: Wednesday October 28th, 2026 from 6pm - 7:30pm

Where: Zoom

Cost: FREE

What: Play some games with SIAT Students and VTubers and learn how you can make your game dev, creative media, and design dreams come true at SIAT! SFU's School of Interactive Arts & Technologies (SIAT) invites you to join us for GAMES NIGHT where you can play games with our students and VTubers. This event will be an opportunity for high school students or current post-secondary students interested in joining SIAT to learn all about our programs, what we have to offer, and to get any questions you may have answered! 

More info/ Register: https://events.sfu.ca/event/50812-game-night-at-siat

British Columbia Youth Parliament (BCYP) is a youth organization that recognizes every young person’s potential to lead and serve in the community. Sponsored by the Youth Parliament of BC Alumni Society, since 1924, BCYP has provided a forum for young people to develop skills in leadership, organization, public speaking, and the parliamentary process, and to put these skills into practice through service to youth in their local communities. BCYP is not affiliated with any political party and is a non-profit organization.

Membership in BCYP spans one year starting with attending the Parliamentary Session in Victoria in December and continues throughout the year. Members sit in the Legislative Assembly in Victoria and use the parliamentary style of debate to plan educational and service projects, establish BCYP’s financial commitments, and amend BCYP’s governing legislation.

Details: https://bcyp.org/app-procedure
Application deadline: October 30th, 2026

When: November 6, 2026

Where: Congregation Beth Israel 989 West 28th Avenue

What: Discovery Days in Health Sciences are one-day events that provide secondary school students (ideally grades 10 and 11) with the opportunity to explore a variety of career options in medicine and the health sciences. Participants gain a clearer picture of what it would be like to be a health professional by interacting with researchers, clinicians and educators in their real-life work setting. The event includes: 

•  A dynamic keynote lecture
• An opportunity to attend two Interactive workshops pre-selected from a catalogue of options
• 'Health Pros Tell All' career panel discussion

More Info/ Register: Discovery Day @ BC Children's Hospital Research Institute | CMHF 

Deadline: October 28th, 2026 @ 12pm 

What: The Black Futures program is a unique opportunity for Gr. 11 and 12 Black students from across Greater Vancouver to be introduced to post-secondary options and discussions about higher education. Last year’s program was hugely successful, and we anticipate that this year will be too. With a slogan of “if you can see it, you can be it”, it allows students to envision their academic future. Students DO NOT need to be planning on attending UBC to be a part of this program.

The program consists of five in-person meetings at UBC between Jan and May. High school students will meet with UBC students, as well as a variety of faculty and other professionals. There is no cost for students to attend. Transportation to and from UBC will be provided and students will be chaperoned by SD43 teachers. If you are interested, please see Ms. Mytkowicz  by November 6th, so that your name can be added to the list—there are only 10 spots available, so don’t wait!

Apply: See Ms. Mytkowicz (office beside Room 225) OR email vmytkowicz@sd43.bc.ca  with your name, grade, age, dietary restrictions, and your parent guardian name and contact info.

Deadline: November 6th, 2026

What: The UBC WiE High School Mentorship Program aspires to increase female* high school students' access to UBC engineering and to create a space where they can explore what engineering is what has to offer. High school students are paired in groups with current UBC Engineering students. Groups are expected to meet at least once a month (virtually or in-person at the discretion of the group) to discuss topics such as the different engineering programs, transitioning from high school to university, and what first year engineering at UBC has to offer. Through our program curriculum, mentees will have the opportunity to learn more about engineering and engage in the UBC Engineering community (previous events have included and Opening Ceremony/ Program Social, engineering skill-based workshops, a UBC Campus Tour, Industry Night etc.)

More info/ apply: WiE High School Mentorship Program 2026 - 2027 Mentee Recruitment

When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 10am -12pm

Where: KPU Richmond Campus (8771 Landsdowne Rd, Richmond)

What: Join us for a collaborative event showcasing exciting programs in the Faculty of Arts and the Wilson School of Design. Whether you’re into design, writing, or other creative arts, this is your chance to get personalized feedback on your portfolio, writing samples, design projects, or artworks at our interactive “Portfolio Pitstops”. You’ll also connect with KPU alumni who’ve made it in the creative industries and take part in hands-on workshops to sharpen your skills.  

More Info/ Register: Creative Connections

When: Saturday, November 21st from 11am - 3pm

Where: Emily Carr University of Art & Design - 520 East 1st Ave

What: National Portfolio Day is a unique opportunity for emerging artists and designers to share their work with representatives from accredited art and design schools. Students bring their portfolio—finished pieces, works-in-progress or sketchbooks—and receive direct, constructive feedback from faculty or admissions professionals.

This undergraduate event is designed for high school students considering post-secondary art or design studies, college students looking to transfer and anyone preparing to apply to a creative program. Attendees can meet with multiple schools in one place, ask questions about programs, facilities and admissions requirements, and gain insight into how to strengthen their portfolio for success.

Register/ More info: https://ecuad.ca/events/save-the-date-national-portfolio-day-vancouver-november-21/

Who: BC High school students

Where: Fully online 

When: Runs for November 30th to December 17th

Cost: $374.54 (domestic fees)

What: Healthcare Horizons: Career Exploration is a first-of-its-kind, fully online, healthcare career exploration course for BC High school students. This competency-based course introduced students in Gr. 10-12 to diverse healthcare career pathways while building foundational knowledge of Canada's healthcare system and essential workplace skills. Through self-guided self-assessment, exploration of five healthcare career clusters, and interactive learning activities, students develop career clarity alongside core competencies of patient-centered care, professionalism, communication, clinical safety, health information literacy, and healthcare technology, culminating in a personalized education and career action plan. An optional one-day immersive experience will be offered at BCIT's Health Sciences Centre in Burnaby, where students tour state-of-the-art facilities, participate in hands-on activities, and connect with instructors and current students.

More info/ Register: https://www.bcit.ca/courses/healthcare-horizons-career-exploration-hlth-1000/

What: Students ages 15-19 learn the methods, techniques, and technologies used in animation. Industry leaders and guest lecturers will share their knowledge and provide project mentorship as well as technique and skill development. Students have the chance to showcase their work at the end of the program. The program is offered free for students as a full scholarship thanks to Electronic Arts.

When: Thursdays from January to May 2027 from 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Where: Arts Umbrella's Moffat Media Arts Hub  - 1400 Johnston St, Vancouver BC 

Deadline to apply: Tuesday, December 1st, 2026

Apply/ more info:  Arts Umbrella | EA Teen Animation Scholarship Program

What: Shad isn’t just a summer program. It’s a life-changing experience that inspires students to explore their passions, build leadership, and connect with a community of dreamers and doers. Through hands-on STEAM learning, real-world challenges, and lifelong friendships, Shad empowers the next generation of leaders to see what’s possible and gives them the confidence to make it happen.

Who: High school students currently completing Gr. 10 & 11 that are curious, creative, community-minded and ready to make an impact. 

When: 

• All live-in options: July 4–30 · 27 days on campus
• Virtual: July 5–30 · Monday–Friday. Five days a week for four weeks

Fees: 

• $7875 for live-in and $3,975 for virtual (for domestic students)
• $12,475 for live-in and $6,750 for virtual (for international students)

Application Deadline: January 6th, 2027 (Apply by November 8th for the Early Application Advantage)

Apply: Apply 2027 - Shad Canada

For: Gr. 11 high school students 

What: We are whisking away 20 lucky Gr. 11 students to our Augustana Campus in Camrose. Join us for a whirlwind weekend with a jam-packed schedule of events. Get comfortable on campus, learn about our programs, experience what sets U of A student life apart and meet other amazing students - just like you - from all across Canada. We will show you around the surrounding city! Your adventure will include transportation reimbursement, accommodations, meals and more. Participants will be reimbursed 100% of their travel. 

When: May 28 - 30, 2027

Where: University of Alberta Augustana Campus in Camrose, Alberta

Deadline to apply: January 31st, 2027

More info/ apply: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/admissions/events/u-of-a-getaway.html