2023 STEAM Big Award

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The 2023 STEAM Big! Award recognizes individuals and groups who make up the coordinating team responsible for creating a truly outstanding Science Rendezvous event.

The coordinating team’s vision, creativity and leadership were essential in the development of a successful virtual event that ignited an interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM), in their community and around the world. Science Rendezvous is honoured to have such dedicated individuals and groups share our vision and mission. As a part of a collaborative national model, event coordinators across the country will benefit and grow from these exceptional coordinating teams.

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2023 STEAM Big Award Winner

Science Rendezvous Winnipeg

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The Science Rendezvous Winnipeg team embraced the challenge to STEAM Big! in 2023, creating a truly outstanding event!

Science Rendezvous Winnipeg is a collaborative effort between the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg. In the spirit of the Million Tree Project, both universities hosted individual events throughout the year. In the spring, they came together to host the Science Rendezvous Winnipeg festival, attracting thousands of participants.

The collaborative spirit extended beyond the universities, involving more than 450 volunteers from various departments, faculties, and community organizations. These dedicated volunteers took on the challenge of hosting the first in-person Science Rendezvous event in Winnipeg since 2019, which featured a diverse range of interactive booths, shows, and workshops, spanning topics from robotics and 3D printing to microbes and microscopes. Planetariums transported visitors through the stars, and Juno award-winning entertainer Al Simmons entertained the public with a solar-powered concert. There was something for everyone at Science Rendezvous!

Another remarkable initiative by the University of Manitoba is Discover Days – a two-day school version of Science Rendezvous that has been offered since 2017. This initiative enables students from rural areas, inner-city schools, and First Nation communities to experience a free and pre-planned field trip. In 2023, the University of Winnipeg joined this effort, hosting its inaugural Discover Days. The collective impact was significant, with 1910 students from 93 classes participating, 65% of which were from rural, inner-city, or First Nations communities.

Science Rendezvous Winnipeg has once again demonstrated their commitment to making science accessible to all and inspiring the next generation to embrace STEAM in all its forms. This remarkable event exemplifies the dedication and passion of the Science Rendezvous Winnipeg team. Thank you for being true leaders and a part of the Science Rendezvous community. We are looking forward to seeing what you will come up with in 2024!

Administrative Support Team

Leigh McKinnon
Community Outreach Lead , University of Manitoba
Nicolle Amyotte
Events Coordinator , University of Manitoba
Horace Luong
Associate Dean of Science , University of Manitoba
Ayush Kumar
Associate Dean of Science , University of Manitoba
Kimia Shadkami
Communications Lead , University of Manitoba
Kalysta Kos
Office Assistant , University of Manitoba
Kimberly Nicolasora
Office Assistant , University of Manitoba
Brian Mark
Dean of Science , University of Manitoba
Diane Hiebert-Murphy
Provost and Vice President , University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba Campus Planning
University of Manitoba Registrar’s Office
Faculty of Science Dean’s Office Administrative Staff , University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba Marketing Communications
University of Manitoba Caretaking Services
University of Manitoba Operations and Maintenance
University of Manitoba Information Services and Technology
University of Manitoba Security Services
University of Manitoba Office of Legal Counsel
University of Manitoba Office of Risk and Compliance
University of Manitoba Environmental Health and Safety Office
Parking Office
St. John’s Ambulance
St. John’s College
Faculty of Science , University of Manitoba
Price Faculty of Engineering , University of Manitoba
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth and Resources , University of Manitoba
Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences , University of Manitoba
Faculty of Arts , University of Manitoba
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences , University of Manitoba
International College of Manitoba
Seema Goel
Past Event Organizer
Kyla Smith
Past Event Organizer
Tabitha Wood
Associate Dean of Science , University of Winnipeg
Angeline Nelson
Wii Chiiwaakanak, Director, Community Learning and Engagement , University of Winnipeg
Julie Hiebert
Wii Chiiwaakanak Program Coordinator , University of Winnipeg
Alexandra French
Wii Chiiwaakanak Program Assistant , University of Winnipeg
Doug Goltz
Dean of Science , University of Winnipeg
Brandon Logan
Marketing and Communications, Digital Media Lead , University of Winnipeg
Faculty of Science , University of Winnipeg
Gupta Faculty of Kinesiology and Applied Health , University of Winnipeg
Faculty of Business and Economics , University of Winnipeg
Faculty of Graduate Studies , University of Winnipeg
University of Winnipeg Research Office
University of Winnipeg Conference and Events Services
University of Winnipeg Safety Office
University of Winnipeg Security Services