Top Five STEM Tips for Summer

CAGIS programs are paused for the summer, but you can still enjoy STEM with these tips from CAGIS Teen Ambassadors!

Tips for Reducing Plastic

How much plastic do you think we use each year? It might be more than you would expect! Check out our suggestions for reducing plastics and learn about alternatives that will support a healthy environment.

Freezing Bubbles

Are you looking for an exciting way to enjoy the cold weather this winter? Give freezing bubbles a try! Explore how ice crystals form and grow, simply by blowing a bubble.

DIY Snow

Are you eagerly waiting to make your first snowball of the season? Whip up your own batch of indoor “snow” using just two ingredients. It even feels cold!

Make Your own Beeswax Wrap

Graphic showing beeswax wrap and honey bees

Beeswax wraps are great for covering cold and room temperature foods that will be eaten within a few hours, or up to one day later, which makes them perfect for packing same-day lunches. Do not use beeswax wraps on highly perishable foods or foods that you plan on keeping for more than a day.

Birthday Paradox

 By CAGIS This year it’s our 30th birthday, so what better topic to talk about than the birthday paradox! With 23 people in a room, there is a 50% chance that at least two people will have the same birthday. With 75 people in a room, there is a 99% chance that at least two people will […]

Grow Food from Table Scraps

Graphic showing lettuce and farm vegetables

This activity can be tried with a number of vegetables, including carrots, ginger root, garlic, onions, celery, beets, and potatoes.

Quick Question: Why do Cookies Smell so Good?

Row of Gingerbread Cookies

Have you ever wondered what makes cakes and cookies smell so good? Spices and flavourings like cinnamon, almond extract, and vanilla are considered “aromatics”. They add lovely smells and flavours to baking.