About the Ottawa Regional Science Fair
The Ottawa Regional Science Fair is organized and run by a volunteer organization to encourage students in the Ottawa-Carleton Region, from grades 7 to 12, to research, develop, and present projects in the fields of science and engineering. Students from both public and private schools in the region are invited to enter projects in the fair.
Each year, approximately 200 projects are entered and judged in the Junior (grades 7 and 8), Intermediate (grades 9 and 10), senior (grades 11 and 12), and special awards categories. The awards and prizes include cash awards and scholarships. Participation in the Fair also ensures the students’ eligibility to compete for a position on the team representing the Ottawa-Carleton Region at the subsequent national competition, the Canada Wide Science Fair (CWSF)
We award over $25,000 worth in prizes, including 11 all expenses paid trips to compete at the Canada-Wide Science Fair.
Many schools hold their own school science fairs where they select their participants for the ORSF. If your school does not hold its own fair you may register for the ORSF directly.
When & Where
Dates:
April 4, 2025: Public Viewing from 14:00-16:00
April 5, 2025: Public Viewing from 9:00-11:00
Location: 85 University Dr., Fieldhouse, Carleton University
Awards Ceremony: April 5, 2025 at 12:00
Location: 9376 University Dr., Raven’s Nest, Carleton University
Early Bird Registration Fee (before Feb 15th):
- $20 per solo project
- $40 per team project
Registration Fee (after Feb 15th):
- $30 per solo project
- $50 per team project
We welcome your support!
The Ottawa Regional Science Fair depends entirely on the financial support of donors, the work of volunteers, and the enthusiastic participation of students, teachers and parents!
Your donation will help extend the opportunity to every school across the city. Your company’s sponsorship ensures that Ottawa’s brightest young minds are recognized and rewarded for their insight and ingenuity.
Please check out our sponsorship page!
Thank you to our sponsors!
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Special Mentions
The Graham Family Foundation
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