Ages
7-17 years
Hours
Local Clubs: Variable, mostly weeknights or weekends; CAGIS Virtual: Saturdays at 11 AM ET (ages 7-12) and 1 PM ET (ages 11-16)
Programs
2 available
Seasons
Year-Round
The Canadian Association for Girls in Science (CAGIS) is Canada's largest and longest-running STEM club for girls and gender-diverse youth aged 7-17. It offers virtual programming and local clubs that provide hands-on STEM activities, field trips, and mentorship from diverse role models in real STEM workplaces. CAGIS prioritizes inclusivity, equity, and representation to foster interest and belonging in STEM fields.
Programs (2)
Local Clubs (Chapters)
Monthly in-person STEM events held in various Canadian cities, often at workplaces of STEM experts or community spaces, featuring hands-on activities and expert mentorship. Events occur mostly between September and June, with 8-10 events per year.
CAGIS Virtual
Weekly online STEM sessions held on Saturdays with two age groups (7-12 and 11-16), featuring hands-on activities and interaction with STEM experts. Supplies are mostly common household items, and sessions do not provide recordings.
- STEM workplaces (labs, workshops, field sites)
- Local libraries or community centers (for some events)
- Online virtual platform
- Largest and longest-running STEM club for girls and gender-diverse youth in Canada
- Hands-on STEM activities with real experts and role models
- Inclusive and intersectional approach prioritizing equity, diversity, and accessibility
- Local in-person clubs across Canada and weekly virtual sessions
- Programming pauses in July and August but memberships are valid for 12 months
- Financial assistance available for membership fees
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