The Origins Institute at McMaster University invites you to their e-colloquia lecture series with upcoming speaker, Dr. Nathalie A. Cabrol, Director, SETI Institute Carl Sagan Center for Research. As an astrobiologist, a planetary scientist, and an explorer, Dr. Cabrol will discuss how recent discoveries of exoplanets, the study of terrestrial extreme environments, and, potentially, emerging new interdisciplinary theories impact the concept of habitability, and in turn our views on the origin, nature, and search for life.

Join us online to learn basic astronomy that you can do on your own from your backyard! We'll be hosting introductory astronomy courses every other Tuesday at 3:30pm EDT. They'll give you the tools to learn astronomy on your own at home, along with some observing goals to try. All you need is your computer! A pair of binoculars will help, but are not necessary.

We're back with our next online observing program! This time we'll be bringing you the Explore the Moon Observing Program. Anyone can join as we dive into craters and climb mountain ranges on our nearest neighbour. Stay tuned for more details, and keep an eye on this page for all the information you need about this program!

We bring science to you - wherever you are! Get your computer, your favourite drink, and join us for the show. 54 amazing scientists from across the globe can't wait to share their passion with you - and it's free! This year's edition also includes family-friendly events, with talks adapted for a younger audience. Grab a pint (of milk), and come do some science!

Attention savvy space fans! It’s time to show off how smart you are. On Tuesday, April 6, the Dunlap Institute will host Astro Trivia Night - live and online! Win cool prizes and learn fun facts from our all-star astronomers. It all begins at 7pm ET. The link to join will be posted here, soon. Can't wait to see you there! (Please Note: While we welcome anyone to participate in Astro Trivia Night, we can only ship prizes within Canada - excluding Quebec).

In his April 7 webcast, cosmologist Will Percival will use recent galaxy survey results to explore the vastness of space.

Where do you find mountain ranges, craters and lava plains on the Moon? We'll be talking about common features, how we find them, and how we use cardinal directions on the Moon.

For Grades 1-3 youth interested in STEAM and curious about space exploration. We introduce basic topics in engaging ways all week.

Tune in for Breakthrough Initiatives' free Breakthrough Discuss 2021 virtual conference featuring fascinating panels including RASC-TC member Prof. Sara Seager.

On the 60th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's first orbit around Earth, tune in for a fun, live interview showcase of Canadian space experts. Each guest will be briefly interviewed about their topic of expertise and get us excited about Canada's upcoming adventures in the cosmos. Stream begins at 7:30 PM ET. See you there! FEATURED GUEST Canadian Space Agency astronaut, Dr. Robert Thirsk