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    STEMspired Girls
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    STEMspired Girls

    by University of Ottawa Engineering Outreach

    STEMspired Girls is a STEM camp combining laboratory experiments, coding and engineering activities with the stories of women in STEM.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    STEMspired Girls at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Girls and non-binary youth

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 7-13

    Location / Region

    University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada

    Cost

    $349; $285

    Duration

    1 week

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    BiologyComputer ScienceEngineeringScienceTechnology
    Language: English and French
    Meals: Friday pizza
    Latest verified cycle: Summer 2026
    Campus experience: Biology and chemistry laboratories
    Daily hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
    Before- and after-camp care: 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.
    Camp groups: Intermediate and Senior

    STEMspired Girls summary

    STEMspired Girls combines practical science and engineering with the contributions of women in STEM, making subject exploration feel connected to real people and discoveries.

    Campers work together on experiments and technology activities, with campus laboratory access adding something distinctive to the experience.

    It suits curious learners who enjoy trying different STEM activities and developing confidence through teamwork.

    What is STEMspired Girls?

    STEMspired Girls is a University of Ottawa Engineering Outreach camp intended to address women's underrepresentation in STEM. It combines technology, engineering and science activities with access to biology and chemistry laboratories. Learning about women in STEM gives practical activities a wider context.

    The Intermediate group explores foundational concepts through experiments, coding, design and engineering teamwork. The Senior group adds activities involving Micro:Bits and robotics alongside biological and chemical experiments. Both groups emphasize curiosity and practical participation rather than a single narrow subject.

    Why Succeed highlights STEMspired Girls

    • University biology and chemistry laboratories make this more distinctive than a classroom-only STEM activity camp.

    • Experiments, coding and engineering activities let campers compare different interests through practical participation.

    • Women's contributions to STEM provide concrete role models alongside the activities.

    • Separate Intermediate and Senior groups help match the experience to campers' school stages.

    Who is STEMspired Girls for?

    Best for

    Curious learners who enjoy experiments, building and coding, and would benefit from an encouraging setting with women in STEM as role models.

    Not ideal if

    Your child wants an intensive course in one specialist topic or your family needs an overnight camp.

    Is STEMspired Girls worth it?

    STEMspired Girls is worth considering when the goal is to build curiosity and confidence through doing. Laboratory access, varied technology activities and the focus on women in STEM give families concrete reasons to choose it.

    Its breadth is also its limitation: a short camp offers exploration rather than sustained specialization. Families should weigh that experience against daily transport, lunch preparation and whether their child enjoys group activities.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $349; $285; includes Technology, engineering and science activities., Access to biology and chemistry laboratories., Free campus care from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m., Friday pizza at no additional cost..

    Meals

    Friday pizza

    Provider details

    Review the University of Ottawa Engineering Outreach provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    1 week; University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada.

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    How much preparation does STEMspired Girls need?

    Effort level

    Moderate daytime commitment with practical family preparation.

    Best started

    Begin family planning a few weeks before your chosen summer camp week.

    Main challenge

    Coordinating transport, collection, food and laboratory clothing.

    Typical preparation

    • Match the Intermediate or Senior group to your child's completed grade.

    • Plan drop-off and collection within the campus care hours.

    • Prepare peanut- and nut-free lunches, snacks, running shoes, pants and sunscreen.

    • Share relevant medical or allergy information with camp staff.

    Useful if

    Your child learns well through experiments and teamwork.

    What do students do on STEMspired Girls?

    Campers explore STEM through practical activities and teamwork, with content tailored to the Intermediate or Senior group. Scientific experiments and technology projects are connected to the achievements of women in STEM.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Join the group matched to your completed school grade.

    2. 2

      Learn about women whose work has shaped science and technology.

    3. 3

      Work with others on experiments, coding, design and engineering activities.

    4. 4

      Use campus science laboratories for biology and chemistry activities.

    5. 5

      Explore Micro:Bits and robotics through the Senior group's technology activities.

    STEMspired Girls dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    STEMspired Girls 1 (June session)

    22-26 June 2026

    Five camp days; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    STEMspired Girls 2 (June session)

    29 June-3 July 2026

    Four camp days; no camp on 1 July.

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    STEMspired Girls 3 (July session)

    6-10 July 2026

    Five camp days; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    STEMspired Girls 4 (July session)

    13-17 July 2026

    Five camp days; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    STEMspired Girls 1 (July session)

    20-24 July 2026

    Five camp days; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    STEMspired Girls 2 (July session)

    27-31 July 2026

    Five camp days; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    STEMspired Girls 3 (August session)

    4-7 August 2026

    Four camp days, Tuesday-Friday; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    STEMspired Girls 4 (August session)

    10-14 August 2026

    Five camp days; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    STEMspired Girls 1 (August session)

    17-21 August 2026

    Five camp days; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Girls, self-identifying girls and non-binary youth.

    • Completed grades 2-7 by June 2026.

    • Intermediate group: completed grades 2-4.

    • Senior group: completed grades 5-7.

    How much does STEMspired Girls cost?

    Five-day camp week

    $349 — CAD; one full camp week.

    Funding or discounts

    • Four-day camp week: $285 — CAD; shortened holiday weeks.

    What's included

    Technology, engineering and science activities., Access to biology and chemistry laboratories., Free campus care from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m., Friday pizza at no additional cost.

    How to apply to STEMspired Girls

    1. 1

      Use the University of Ottawa's official OutStem camp registration link.

    2. 2

      Choose STEMspired Girls and the group matching your child's completed grade.

    3. 3

      Select a camp week and provide participant details and language preferences.

    4. 4

      Add any friend-group request in the registration comments.

    5. 5

      Review the camp rules and prepare any applicable medical information.

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    What does STEMspired Girls cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Science experiments

    Campers explore biology and chemistry through experiments in university laboratories.

    Coding and robotics

    Senior campers explore coding, robotics and Micro:Bits through practical activities.

    Design and engineering

    Intermediate campers practice design and engineering while developing problem-solving and teamwork.

    Women in STEM

    Campers learn how women past and present have contributed to STEM discoveries and technologies.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on STEMspired Girls?

    A typical day during the program.

    Before camp care

    Free campus care before activities begin.

    Camp activities

    Weekday STEM activities with outdoor play breaks when weather permits.

    After camp care

    Free campus care, with collection completed by 5 p.m.

    Who teaches on STEMspired Girls?

    University of Ottawa Engineering Outreach runs the camp with instructors who guide activities and supervise participants. Campers are expected to remain with their designated instructor and follow laboratory and equipment rules.

    Where do students stay on STEMspired Girls?

    Non-residential plan

    • Campus day camp: Campers attend the University of Ottawa and return home each day.
    • Extended care: Free care runs from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.
    • Friday pizza: Pizza is provided on Friday at no additional cost.

    Campers must bring peanut- and nut-free lunches and snacks; microwaves and campus lunch purchases are unavailable.

    What happens after STEMspired Girls?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Develop interests in science, technology and engineering.

    Build confidence for further STEM learning.

    Practice teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving.

    Connect practical activities with women's contributions to STEM.

    Where does STEMspired Girls take place?

    STEMspired Girls takes place at the University of Ottawa, with the SITE Building at 800 King Edward Avenue as the campus location. This camp is offered on campus only, where participants have access to biology and chemistry laboratories.

    STEMspired Girls FAQs

    The camp welcomes girls, self-identifying girls and non-binary youth. Intermediate covers grades 2-4, while Senior covers grades 5-7; the grade requirement refers to the grade completed by June 2026.

    Activities combine technology, engineering and science, including coding, design and experiments. Senior campers also explore Micro:Bits and robotics, with biological and chemical experiments in campus laboratories.

    Campus camp activities run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free before- and after-camp care runs from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.

    Camp groups are generally bilingual in English and French. The organizers arrange single-language groups when possible to accommodate language preferences.

    Campers bring peanut- and nut-free lunches and snacks. Microwaves and campus lunch purchases are unavailable to campers; Friday pizza is provided at no additional cost.

    Parents can request this in the registration comments. Grouping is not guaranteed, especially when language preferences or grade levels differ.

    Campers should bring running shoes, pants for laboratory access and sunscreen. Families should also prepare peanut- and nut-free lunches and snacks.

    Cancellations at least two weeks before the program starts qualify for a refund, subject to a $40 administrative fee. Later refunds are limited to medical or family emergencies; medical circumstances require a doctor's note, and the refund amount may be prorated.

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    Sources & verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Program Registration Home | OutStem Forms
    • Information package | Faculty of Engineering
    • Conventions and Reservations | About us
    • Policies and frequently asked questions | Faculty of Engineering
    • Summer camps for kids | Faculty of Engineering

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    What we verified (on 8 Oct 2026)

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    • Lunch arrangements reviewed

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