COLLABORATORS
Allies in amplification
We are proud to collaborate with the following organizations and associations, at both the national and local levels.
Our collaborators help us identify community needs, direct our efforts, and amplify our reach. In turn, we amplify their messages, spotlight their work, and facilitate access to the best available science through our coalition of experts.
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CASC Members
BIG Little Science Centre
Since 2000, BIG Little Science Centre has been “dedicated to developing a passion for science” in their community of Kamloops, BC.
Entomica
Entomica, located in Sault Ste Marie, ON’s Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre, is an insect-based science centre that is home to a variety of insects, amphibians, reptiles and birds from around the world.
Ingenium
Three museums under one banner, Ingenium oversees the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, Canada Aviation and Space Museum and the Canada Science and Technology Museum in Ottawa, ON.
Lotus STEMM
Lotus STEMM is a support and networking organization for South Asian women and girls in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine.
Ontario Science Centre
The Ontario Science Centre opened in Toronto, ON in 1969 as one of the first interactive science centres in the world and today has an estimated one million visitors annually.
Science Everywhere
Science Everywhere is a media and events company based in Toronto, ON. Their flagship program, “Freestyle Socials” is a hilarious game designed to foster connection with the tagline “Disagree. Laugh. Repeat.”
Science North
Since 1984, Science North in Sudbury, ON has focused on individualized learning experiences through personal interactions with their “Bluecoats”, staff and volunteers, sporting the blue lab coat uniform. The Science North team not only serves Sudbury, but other rural and remote communities in Northern Ontario.
Science World
Science World, based in Vancouver, BC inspires learners across the province to meet its mission: “Through science and nature, we ignite wonder and empower dreams.”
TELUS World of Science – Edmonton (TWOSE)
TELUS World of Science – Edmonton mission is to “Ignite curiosity. Inspire discovery. Celebrate science. Change lives.” They offer programs and activities across Alberta.
Visions of Science Network for Learning (VOSNL)
Visions of Science Network for Learning is a Greater Toronto Area-based non-profit dedicated to advancing STEM equity and engagement among Black and racialized youth within low-income communities.
Community Collaborators
19 to Zero
19 to Zero is a multidisciplinary coalition of researchers, public health experts, marketers and civil society organizations that lead activities including polling, outreach and communications. Their aim is to improve people’s individual health outcomes through vaccine uptake, cancer screening and management of chronic conditions.
Centre for Wise Practices in Indigenous Health (CWP-IH)
Located in Women’s College Hospital, the Centre for Wise Practices is a place for education, advocacy, traditional healing, clinical care and Indigenous scholarship.
IDEA-STEM
IDEA-STEM is an Ontario-based consultancy that provides DIEA assessments, training and resources with a particular emphasis on accessibility.
Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre
Our Kids Health Network is a free, culturally-congruent parent support resource delivered through social media and co-designed using community-based participatory methods called Punjabi Kids’ Health to address the needs of the Punjabi-Canadian community.
Our Kids Health Network
Our Kids Health Network is a free, culturally-congruent parent support resource delivered through social media and co-designed using community-based participatory methods called Punjabi Kids’ Health to address the needs of the Punjabi-Canadian community.
Refugee 613
Refugee 613 is a grassroots organization founded in 2015 to support newcomers and refugees initially in the Ottawa region, and now at a national level.
South Asian Health Network
The South Asian Health Network aims to improve the health of South Asian and racialized communities through advocacy and providing culturally-relevant health education.
Star Blanket Cree Nation (ᐊᒑᐦᑯᓴ ᑳ ᐅᑕᑯᐦᐱᐟ)
Previously in collaboration with Morning Star Lodge Indigenous Community-Based Health Research Lab, the Star Blanket Cree Nation runs community-wide teaching and research initiatives.
National Collaborators
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world’s largest multidisciplinary science society with members from around the world. AAAS is also the publisher of the Science journal family.
Agence Science Presse
Agence Science Press is the only Canadian news agency focused entirely on science. For the last 45 years, the Quebec-based agency has emphasized journalistic independence and fills a gap in science journalism that is absent in major media outlets.
Children’s Healthcare Canada
Children’s Healthcare Canada is a national agency for innovation and solutions in health services for children and youth.
COVID-19 Resources Canada (C19)
COVID-19 Resources Canada launched in March 2020 as a grassroots initiative to support COVID-19 response, counter relevant misinformation and facilitate connections between researchers.
The Gairdner Foundation
The Gairdner Foundation’s primary goal is to celebrate and recognize human health-related research through eight annual awards.
Ontario Physical and Health Education Association (OPHEA)
Ontario Physical and Health Education Association is a charity that champions healthy and active living in children and youth through in-school and community services, partnerships and advocacy.
Ottawa Public Health
Ottawa Public Health is a teaching health unity that collaborates with local post-secondary institutions along with their public health programs and services for the Ottawa, ON region.
Partnership for Women’s Health Research Canada (PWHR)
Institutions with the Partnership for Women’s Health Research Canada (PWHR) seeks to better the health of women, trans and non-binary people. By bringing together over 700 women’s health researchers the partnership advances research excellence, supports equity and promotes inclusion for long-term health across the lifespan.
RCIScience
RCIScience was founded in 1849 as the Royal Canadian Institute of Science and delivers on its mission of creating an informed public that embraces science through public engagement and award-winning activities.
Re.Climate
Re.Climate is a non-partisan public institution serving as Canada’s go-to centre for training, research and strategy on climate change communications and public engagement.
Solutions for Kids in Pain (SKIP)
Solutions for Kids in Pain (SKIP) is a national network dedicated to knowledge mobilization that improves children’s pain management. They identify knowledge gaps, develop tools to fill those gaps, raise awareness and facilitate institutional level changes.
Stem Cell Network (SCN)
Created in 2001, the Stem Cell Network is a Canadian not-for-profit that supports stem cell and regenerative medicine research; training the next generation of highly qualified personnel; and knowledge mobilization and transfer of stem cell and regenerative medicine research.