Stay tuned for details on registration opening up for the Fall 2026 term! Preview available programs below:
Get ready for a STEMpowered PD Day Camp!
For the Fall 2026 term, we will run one day camp available for self-identifying Black youth in grades 2-3.
Participants have fun with hands-on activities by learning engineering design principles, try out some fun tech, connect creativity with STEM and explore the UWaterloo campus!
One Day In-Person Program
Grade 2-4
When: October 26; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (Drop-off: 8:30-9:00 | Pick-up: 4:00-4:30)
Location: University of Waterloo, Waterloo Campus
Price: FREE for self-identifying Black youth
We are excited to offer free pizza (cheese or halal pepperoni) and snacks for the programs. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate gluten-free dietary needs.
Engineering Outreach is excited to offer STEMpowered STEMbassador Clubs, which are free four-week after school club programs available for self-identifying Black youth in Grades 4-6 and 7-9.
Participants will work with our staff and mentors to explore how their interests connect to STEM. At the end of the 4 weeks, participants will have the opportunity to showcase to friends and family how their interests connect to STEM! No prior experience is required, and new content is developed each term, making repeat participation welcome and encouraged.
4-Week In-Person Programs
When: Weekly evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 pm (See dates below) | Drop-off from 5:45-6:00, Pick-up at 8:00pm
Location: University of Waterloo, Waterloo Campus
Price: FREE for self-identifying Black youth
We are excited to offer free pizza (cheese or halal pepperoni) and snacks each week of the club. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate gluten free dietary needs.
Club Dates
STEMpowered Grade 4-6
Tuesdays - November 24 to December 15
STEMpowered Grade 7-9
Tuesdays - October 27 to November 17
Available for self-identifying Black youth in Grades K-6.
Bring the whole family for a drop-in evening of STEM fun! Explore creative, interactive activities that kids and families can do together, side by side. No prior experience is required, and new content is developed each term, making repeat participation welcome and encouraged.
Please note that this event requires at least one parent/guardian to attend with your participant(s).
When: Wednesday, December 16th; Drop in between 6:00-8:00pm
Location: University of Waterloo, Waterloo Campus
Price: FREE for self-identifying Black youth
The program is aimed at Grades K-6, but siblings of all ages are welcome to join!