Opportunities

Grade 12s:

Join us at Mini Med School 2026 – Inside the Human Body, as we take a journey through the body, exploring how it works from the inside out. Through engaging discussions and real-world connections, you will gain a deeper understanding of the science behind how our bodies operate and the many ways this knowledge is used in health and medicine.

What can you expect at Mini Med School?

  • Hear from leading BC Children’s Hospital researchers, scientists, and health professionals
  • Learn about careers in medicine, science, and health research
  • Meet other high school students interested in STEM and health sciences
  • Earn a certificate of participation and be eligible to apply for a Mini Med School Scholarship


Mini Med School is designed as a lecture-based learning experience (similar to a university classroom). Sessions focus on listening to presentations and learning from speakers, rather than participating in hands-on activities or workshops. Each session is 90 minutes long and includes presentations followed by a Q&A period.

How do you apply?

Applications will be accepted Monday, September 28 to Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 11:59 pm. The application form will be posted on this page once applications open.

What information do you need to apply?


  • Your name, email address, phone number, grade and school name
  • Parent or guardian name, email address and phone number
  • Sponsor Teacher name and their email address
  • How you would like to participate: In-Person or Online. You cannot apply for both.
  • Participant Agreement Form signed by a parent or guardian
    For attending at BC Children’s Hospital (In-Person) OR For attending online
  • Answers to the following questions (150 words or less): 
  • #1: Why are you interested in attending Mini Med School? What do you hope to gain from participating?
  • #2: What are your current academic or career goals? What has influenced you to pursue these goals?
  • #3: Describe how you have positively impacted your school or local community. This could include leadership experiences, school programs/classes, volunteering, extra-curricular programs, etc.


What are my chances of being selected?

After the application deadline, eligible students will be selected through a random draw. Being selected is not based on academic achievements, grades, or any other measure of merit. The selection process is entirely random. Not being selected is in no way a reflection of your accomplishments or qualifications.

Your chances of being selected will depend on the number of applications received and the number of available spaces. Mini Med School is a popular program, and spaces are limited. In 2025:

  • 700 students applied to attend in-person and 150 were selected. 
  • 384 students applied to attend online and 150 were selected.


To support equitable representation and create a diverse learning environment, we will make every effort to prioritize:

  • Students who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.
  • Students from different schools to create a diverse and dynamic group experience.


We value students who take the application process seriously and put genuine effort into their responses. Any application that shows minimal engagement, appears careless, or lacks thoughtful consideration will result in automatic disqualification and not be entered into the random draw.



Mini Med School | BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR)


NEW! Pathways to Science is a free online program designed to help high school students explore career pathways and strengthen foundational scientific skills.

Held online once a month between September 2026-June 2027, hear directly from researchers and health professionals working in science and medicine. Participants 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.

This program is open to Grade 11-12 students in BC and the Yukon. Students may sign-up at any time during the series, but enrollment is limited to the first 1000 eligible participants. Registered students who attend 7 out of 10 lectures in the series will be eligible for a certificate of participation.

To see the schedule, program details and registration form, visit the Pathways to Science website. For questions, please email researchevents@phsa.ca

The 2026 Make It Safe Youth Challenge, taking place on October 7 in New Westminster.
  
 This student competition invites youth to share their ideas on workplace safety, innovation, and the future of work, with more than $5,000 in prizes available for students and their schools.

Students can showcase their creativity, explore a real-world workplace issue, and connect with employers focused on safety, technology, and innovation.
 
We would appreciate your support in sharing this opportunity with students who may be interested in safety, leadership, innovation, or creative problem-solving.

2026 Challenge Theme: Safety Through a Youth Lens
 Students are invited to explore workplace safety and the future of work from their own perspective.

Suggested questions students might explore include:
  • How can employers better listen to youth?
  • How might new technology change workplace safety?
  • Why do some young workers hesitate to speak up?

Students may submit a poster, PowerPoint, or short video (2 minutes or less).

  • Event: 2026 MIS Youth Challenge
  • Date: October 7, 2026
  • Time: 10:30am – 2:30pm
  • Location: Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia Street, New Westminster
  • Registration: Free for students to attend and includes access to the Make It Safe Health & Safety Conference Exhibit Hall
  • Transportation funding for school buses is available to help support participation where needed.
  • More Info: 2026 MIS Youth Challenge
  • Top entries are recognized with cash prizes for both students and their respective schools.
     Top entries earn cash prizes for both students and their schools.

  • Please Share with Interested Students – REGISTER HERE

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I’m reaching out on behalf of Empowered Black Girl, a program of Black Women Connect Vancouver, to share an exciting mentorship opportunity for Black students at your school.

This fall, we are launching the first cohort of the Empowered Black Girl Mentorship Program, running from October 2026 to April 2027. The program is open to Black girls in Grades 7–12 across Greater Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

The program connects young Black girls with professional Black women mentors through a combination of in-person and virtual sessions. Our goal is to provide consistent, identity-affirming mentorship and a supportive space where girls can build confidence, explore their goals, develop leadership skills, and connect with women who can encourage and guide them.

Throughout the program, mentees will explore three areas:

• Skillful Scholars – Future Career & Education Planning
• Limitless Leaders – Leadership, Networking & Academic Success
• Confidence Collective – Emotional Well-Being & Self-Esteem

Mentee registration is now open:
https://www.empoweredblackgirl.com/mentee

We would greatly appreciate your support in sharing this opportunity with Black students and their families, as well as your school’s counsellors, career education teams, student support staff, and equity-focused groups.

I’ve attached our program flyer, which you are welcome to share through school newsletters, student announcements, parent communications, or other appropriate channels.

Thank you for helping us connect more Black girls with mentorship, community, and opportunities to grow. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the program. 


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