Contribution: Polar Knowledge Application Program
Aurora College
$450,000.00
Expanding STEM Education and Outreach for Youth in the NWT
FY 2020-21 · 2020-09-15
Summary
Aurora Research Institute (ARI) delivers: (1) hands-on [STEM] learning experiences for youth; (2) [STEM] professional development sessions and support for teachers; and (3) community STEM outreach events. The demand for [ARI] programming is increasing, and the goal of the proposed three-year project is not only to continue [ARI] work in the Beaufort Delta and South Slave regions but also to expand it to the North Slave region using the same community-oriented, responsive model. These funds will support Outreach Coordinator positions to deliver programming in each region.
Department
Program
Polar Knowledge Application Program
Recipient
Location
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
Recipient Type
Academia
Type
Contribution
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions
As published
Agreement End Date
2023-03-31
Agreement Number
PKA-2021-0027
Agreement Start Date
2020-09-15
Agreement Title
Expanding STEM Education and Outreach for Youth in the NWT
Agreement Title (French)
Élargir la portée de l’éducation et de la sensibilisation des jeunes aux STIM dans les T.N.-O.
Agreement Type
Contribution
Agreement Value
$450,000.00
Amendment Number
0
Coverage
Northwest Territories|Territoires du Nord-Ouest
Description
Aurora Research Institute (ARI) delivers: (1) hands-on [STEM] learning experiences for youth; (2) [STEM] professional development sessions and support for teachers; and (3) community STEM outreach events. The demand for [ARI] programming is increasing, and the goal of the proposed three-year project is not only to continue [ARI] work in the Beaufort Delta and South Slave regions but also to expand it to the North Slave region using the same community-oriented, responsive model. These funds will support Outreach Coordinator positions to deliver programming in each region.
Description (French)
L’Institut de recherche Aurora (IRA) offre : (1) des expériences d’apprentissage pratiques en [STIM] aux jeunes; (2) des séances de développement professionnel en matière de [STIM] et un soutien aux enseignants; (3) des activités communautaires de sensibilisation aux STIM. La demande en programmes de l’[IRA] va en augmentant, et l’objectif du projet de trois ans proposé est non seulement de poursuivre le travail de l’IRA dans les régions du delta de Beaufort et de South Slave, mais aussi de l’étendre à la région de North Slave en utilisant le même modèle communautaire et adapté. Ces fonds serviront à l’appui des postes de coordonnateurs de la sensibilisation afin d’assurer l’exécution des programmes dans chaque région.
Expected Results
Mobilize polar knowledge in Canada and abroad
Expected Results (French)
Exploiter le savoir polaire au Canada et à l’étranger
Organization Code
polar-polaire
Organization
Polar Knowledge Canada | Savoir polaire Canada
Program Name
Polar Knowledge Application Program
Program Name (French)
Programme d’application des connaissances polaires
Program Purpose
This Program aims to lead the mobilization of polar science and technology into action. CHARS will "analyse and disseminate polar knowledge from its Science and Technology Program, as well as that from current federal, territorial and other stakeholders, and investments to inform management, programming and policies; promote Artic science and technology nationally and internationally; and build capacity through training, outreach, and learning opportunities. This will ensure polar knowledge is relevant to stakeholders and builds a science culture in Canada.
Program Purpose (French)
Ce programme vise à guider la mise en pratique des sciences et de la technologie polaires. POLAIRE analysera et diffusera le savoir polaire obtenu par l’entremise de son programme de sciences et de technologie ainsi que des intervenants fédéraux, territoriaux et autres et elle réalisera des investissements afin d’orienter la gestion, les programmes et les politiques; elle fera la promotion des sciences et de la technologie arctiques à l’échelle nationale et internationale; et elle renforcera les capacités grâce à des possibilités de formation, de diffusion et d’apprentissage. Ainsi, l’accent sera mis sur le savoir polaire qui est utile aux intervenants et aux collectivités autochtones, et qui développe une culture scientifique au Canada qui intègre le savoir local et autochtone.
Recipient City
Yellowknife
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
Aurora College
Recipient Province or Territory
NT
Recipient Type
S
Reference Number
171-2020-2021-Q2-00027