Calling all space enthusiasts! Come on down to ASX's first Star Talk of the school year on Wednesday, September 26th where U of T astrophysicist Dr. Maria R. Drout will be illuminating the origins of all the elements in the universe!

Showtimes: 7:00pm, 8:10pm The stars in the night sky seem unchanging and eternal, and have remained the same for the history of human civilization. However, over millions and billions of years, new stars are born, live out their long lives, and eventually die in a blaze of glory. In this show, we will be exploring the lives of stars by visiting stellar nurseries, supernova remnants and much more!

Last year we introduced Soapbox Science to North America and we couldn’t be more excited for this year’s Toronto event! Our organizing team is preparing for another fabulous day in September at Toronto’s Word on the Street Festival. What better way to promote science in the streets than at a literacy street festival? Last year we engaged hundreds of families along Toronto’s Harbourfront; they were surprised and delighted to have the chance to meet our scientists in person and learn about their research.

Showtimes: 7:00pm, 8:10pm, 9:15pm

This weekend program provides visitors with an opportunity to listen to an astronomy talk and enjoy stargazing. Visitors will spend time in both the main building and observatory visiting the 1.88m (74") telescope, learning its history and getting to see celestial objects firsthand (weather permitting).

It's Science Literacy Week! Learn about the Moon by examining its living conditions and possible landing sites. Together you will decide which landing sites would be ideal for the next Moon Mission. Act as scientists and engineers at NASA or the Canadian Space Agency!

In 2017 we introduced Soapbox Science to North America and we couldn’t be more excited for this year’s Toronto event! Our organizing team is preparing for another fabulous day in September at Toronto’s Word on the Street Festival. What better way to promote science in the streets than at a literacy street festival?

Join us at the Ontario Science Centre for our monthly Solar Observing on the TELUSCAPE observing pad. This is the area in front of the Science Centre's entrance. We use specialized telescopes that are safe to aim at the Sun. Check our home page on the Friday prior for go/no-go calls as this event is weather dependent.

On September 21, Amber Mac will lead a discussion on space exploration with nine Canadian astronauts at the University of Ottawa. Don’t miss this unique event! The event will be streamed LIVE on the CSA Facebook page at 11:30am.

In celebration of Science Literacy Week we would like you to come and learn about the moon, make moon craters, and explore moon phases.

As part of Science Literacy week, we are excited to host a free fun hands-on experience that engages the public about space science topics. Learn how space science concepts are applicable to our daily lives and see the latest mission news from ranging from astronomy, geology to geography! Support your local cafe - Studio 89 in the process! This event is a partnership event hosted by BeSpatial Consulting, hERVOLUTION and Studio 89. Children, youth, adults and seniors can all drop in and participate!

Demystify pop culture myths in astronomy, space, and extraterrestrial life. Hear the real story from real scientists! Come see fascinating presentations and join a discussion with interesting speakers at this special space-themed Science Literacy Week event.