Community Outreach
The Faculty of Applied Sciences' many outreach initiatives are designed to engage diverse communities and spark a life-long passion for engineering and technology. We aim to dispel stereotypes in the field of science, technology, and engineering and work towards achieving diversity and inclusion. We work to empower those traditionally under-represented groups in STEAM by developing barrier-free programs for girls, youth who experience barriers and Indigenous communities.
Questions? You can reach our team at fas_outreach@sfu.ca
Please note that all events hosted at the SFU Burnaby or Surrey campuses are wheelchair accessible.
Subscribe to our outreach community programs newsletter
Our monthly newsletter lists our current free and paid youth programs in a community near you as well as teacher professional development opportunities and resources.
Apply to Be an Outreach Volunteer
We accept new volunteers all year round
Apply For An Outreach Job Posting
We post job opportunities all year round
Youth Programs
Science AL!VE
Science AL!VE, c/o SFU Faculty of Applied Sciences Outreach, is dedicated to sparking passion for science, technology, and engineering for Grade K-12! Science AL!VE strives to engage youth in hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, Mathematics) programs to build measurable skills and improve self-confidence. We offer summer camps, weekend clubs, online workshops and resources for teachers. In 2019, Science AL!VE reached 12,116 youth throughout the Lower Mainland, Haida Gwaii and Northern BC.
Invent the Future
Invent the Future is Canada’s first and only three-week summer enrichment program focused on bringing Artificial Intelligence (AI) expertise, community and mentorship to trans and cisgender women, non-binary and Two-Spirit students in Grades 9 to 12. During this AI Scholars Program, participants will explore the world of AI through team projects, and connect with mentors and industry experts in a supportive yet challenging environment.
Computer Science Teaching Toolkit
Are you a high school teacher looking for materials to teach Computer Science or Programming to students? The SFU Computer Science Teaching Toolkit (CSTT) provides an engaging set of exercises and tools used to teach Introduction to Computer Science and Programming at Simon Fraser University.
These materials are provided free of charge to BC high school teachers, and highlight the utility and breadth of computer science, while teaching fundamental computer science concepts and programming constructs. Please visit this page to find out more details and receive access to the materials.
Contact Us
For general inquiries about our outreach programs and events, please contact fas_outreach@sfu.ca.