Join us to learn about the grand discovery of gravitational waves, whose existence was first predicted by Albert Einstein a hundred years ago. Learn what gravitational waves are, the journey scientists have taken in order to detect them, and the impact this discovery has on physics and astronomy.

If astronomy was an Olympic sport, Canada would surely be a medallist. In this profusely-illustrated, non-technical presentation, you will learn about the amazing astronomical discoveries, inventions, facilities,and people that put Canada at the forefront - from Standard Time, to black holes and the birth of the universe. Presented by Professor Emeritus John Percy, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Dunlap Institute.

Prof. Keith Vanderlinde has spent the last decade building and using telescopes to study the Universe: its composition, history, and eventual fate. Aided by technologies that make cell phones and possible, and which make video games a staple of modern culture, he and colleagues from across Canada are building a massive new radio telescope in Penticton, B.C., which will map a larger volume of space than ever attempted before.

Does our society have the capacity to live up to Star Trek’s optimistic, inclusive vision for humanity’s future?

Learn about the upcoming launch of the James Webb Space Telescope that will help reveal our cosmic origins. Join Professor Roberto Abraham on a cosmic journey to learn about how the latest discoveries in astrophysics help to place your existence in a cosmic context. JWST is an international collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).

It's AstroNuts' annual kids' space club fundraiser!

Take a look through a telescope and learn about the stars and galaxies that are high above.

Join Kevin Salwach as he counts down his list of the 10 Most Influential People in space history – the scientists, engineers, politicians, and of course the astronauts themselves, whose efforts have resulted in the success of humanity’s journey from home to explore the cosmos.

Showtimes: 7:00pm and 8:10pm

Hover above the moon like an astronaut and get eye-to-eye with the planets. Find colourful stars, star clusters, bright nebulae and even another galaxy. Our monthly City Star Party is the place to catch universe from within the city limits at Bayview Village Park. If you don't have a telescope then you will find many astronomers who would love to share a view. If you are thinking of buying a telescope, viewing with other people's equipment is the best way to make a good choice. If you have a telescope or binoculars, please bring it!

Explore the universe with members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Telescopes will be set up to give you amazing views of our Moon, the planets and more!

Prof. Cheryl Bartlett was co-developer of "Integrative Science" and of "Two-Eyed Seeing," and was one of the organizers of International Year of Astronomy in Canada. In this sesquicentennial year, when Aboriginal culture and education require our attention, her work is of special interest.