Christine Wilson, Ph.D., Department of Physics and Astronomy, McMaster University Explore nearby infant stars and young galaxies at the edge of the universe as seen through the radio-eyes of the ALMA telescope, the largest astronomical observatory on the planet. Co-sponsored by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Mississauga Centre

http://universe.utoronto.ca/planetarium/public-planetarium-shows Shows at 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00 p.m. New stars are constantly being born. Some live long and steady lives while others burn hot and end their lives in a huge explosion. Join the UofT to explore the incredible lives of these giant nuclear furnaces in the sky.

Join the Toronto Public Library for the launch of Bob McDonald's exciting new book! The host of CBC Radio's Quirks and Quarks makes his living explaining science to the rest of us. This time out, he delves into the mysteries and uniqueness of the spacewalking experience. Canadian Spacewalkers: Hadfield, MacLean and Williams Remember the Ultimate High Adventure Program RoomRunnymede Library2178 Bloor Street WestToronto

Join the Toronto Public Library for the launch of Bob McDonald's exciting new book! The host of CBC Radio's Quirks and Quarks makes his living explaining science to the rest of us. This time out, he delves into the mysteries and uniqueness of the spacewalking experience. Canadian Spacewalkers: Hadfield, MacLean and Williams Remember the Ultimate High Adventure Interview by Alanna Mitchell. AtriumToronto Reference Library789 Yonge StreetToronto

On Tuesday night, during the International Astronautical Congress, the Canadian Space Society will be hosting a Meet and Greet for like minded space associations to get together.  This event is partly sponsored by the RASC.

Explore the Universe with members of the Earthshine Astronomy and Space Science Organization and members of the Mississauga Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Large telescopes will be set up to give you amazing views of our Moon, the planets and more! Meet at the main parking lot and walk to the Chappell House Lawn. In case skies are not suitable for star-gazing on the scheduled date, the event will take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at the same time. Admission is free - all are welcome.

Explore the Universe with members of the Earthshine Astronomy and Space Science Organization and members of the Mississauga Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Large telescopes will be set up to give you amazing views of our Moon, the planets and more! Meet at the main parking lot and walk to the Chappell House Lawn. In case skies are not suitable for star-gazing on the scheduled date, the event will take place on Wednesday, October 1 at the same time. Admission is free - all are welcome.

Speaker: Dr Amy Shaw, York University

The stars of 2001 introduce this screening of Kubrick’s science-fiction masterpiece and share their memories of the film’s production. One of the most revered films of all time, Stanley Kubrick's science-fiction masterpiece about a doomed intergalactic mission is still "the ultimate trip."

Marshall McCall The Milky Way is the galaxy in which we live. Our very existence hinges upon events which have been going on for billions of years all across the Milky Way. In this richly illustrated presentation, the Milky Way and beyond will be discussed in order to show at an elemental level how we came to be. The culmination will be the creation of a galaxy before your very eyes and a discussion of its implications for understanding our history.