In recognising that youth in (or from) care, whether foster care, a group home, or a shelter, face extra obstacles in becoming involved in science, the Fostering Science Mentorship Program was born out of a desire to support these students. It is designed and run by a group of scientists who are passionate about science and youth, in partnership with the Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks and the Science Fair Foundation BC.

Our Goals

To increase participation of youth in or from care at science fairs
To work with youth in or from care to inspire an interest in science and engineering
To provide youth in or from care with the opportunity to develop positive relationships with science mentors in the community
To bring interactive, hands-on science/ engineering to youth in or from care