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Managing Students Participating in Multiple Regional Fairs
Policy and Best Practices for Regional Fair Organizers As a Regional STEM Fair organizer, you may encounter students who wish to participate in multiple regional fairs. Here's how to handle these situations properly: Official Policy According to YSC ...
Regional STEM Fair Participant Eligibility Guidelines for Organizers
Understanding Student Eligibility Requirements As a Regional STEM Fair organizer, it's essential to understand and enforce the eligibility requirements for student participants, especially as they relate to regional boundaries and CWSF selection. ...
Guide to Attaining Charitable Status for Regional STEM Fairs
Introduction Many regional STEM fairs operate as informal organizations, but obtaining charitable status can significantly enhance your ability to secure funding, engage sponsors, and ensure long-term sustainability. This guide outlines the process, ...
Regional Network Community Website
The Regional Network community website is a hub designed specifically for STEM fair organizers across Canada. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your journey, this community is built to empower you with the tools, resources, and ...
Opting to use a YSC-provided website for our regional STEM fair
Overview All YSC-affiliated regional STEM fairs are required to have a website to share information and facilitate registration. For regions who can't, or don't want to, manage a custom website, Youth Science Canada can provide a templated, ...
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How am I judged at the Canada-Wide Science Fair?
Criteria and process As a CWSF finalist, you will have the opportunity to present your project to a group of judges who will evaluate your work based on the CWSF Judging Rubric. Judging takes place on Monday and Tuesday of the CWSF week and is a ...
Frequently Asked Questions - ProjectBoard
Is it possible to remove the bottom fixed titles for every section as it is more vague? No. We're using a consistent template, including the section titles, on purpose as it allows for a better experience for visitors and judges. Is there a way to ...
Using the Messaging Feature in the CWSF App
The messaging system within the CWSF app is a powerful tool for connecting with other participants, delegates, and Team UV members throughout the fair. Understanding how to use this feature effectively will help you stay informed and build meaningful ...
Create a project on ProjectBoard
Before you begin... Prepare your text and images in advance; check the word count limits Ensure titles, axes, labels, etc. on images, graphs and figures are legible on-screen; use larger text and ensure contrast between the text and background ...
2025 Regional Affiliation Information
Fees Membership and Affiliation Annual membership in Youth Science Canada for regions and individuals is $50. The region’s affiliation fee is based on the grade 7-12 student population, which determines the maximum number of CWSF finalists. CWSF 2025 ...