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Jul 23

July 23, 2026

Journal Club

July 23, 2026

Join us for a low-pressure, high-impact way to stay sharp, connect with peers, and bridge the gap between theory and practice in SciComm.

July 23, 2026

RESCHEDULED: Field Trips: Tall Tales | A Tree ID Walk

Aug 22

August 22, 2026

RESCHEDULED: Field Trips: Tall Tales | A Tree ID Walk

August 22, 2026

Crack the code of bark, leaf, and seed on this urban tree ID walk around Mount Pleasant Cemetery, home to 600+ species of tree!

August 22, 2026

Sep 13

September 13, 2026

Field Trips: Turtle Walk

September 13, 2026

Heroes in a half-shell–Turtle Power–getting ready for their annual power nap!

September 13, 2026

In Case You Missed It

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Events Calendar

Jul 9

The Curious Mindset: How DNA is the Key to Cancer Care with Dr. Daniel De Carvalho

In this episode of The Curious Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Daniel De Carvalho to explore how epigenetics is changing the future of cancer care.

Jun 25

The Curious Mindset: The Future of Stem Cells with Dr. Nika Shakiba

In this episode of The Curious Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Nika Shakiba to explore the hidden social dynamics of stem cells, the future of regenerative medicine, and what it might take to create a computer-based simulator of human embryonic development.

May 22

The Curious Mindset: Inside the Discovery of Notch Signalling with Drs. Iva Greenwald and Gary Struhl

In this episode of The Curious Mindset, we sit down with Drs. Iva Greenwald and Gary Struhl, recipients of the 2025 Canada Gairdner International Award, recognized for their pioneering discoveries in the Notch signalling pathway—a fundamental system that allows cells to communicate with one another during development.

Apr 13

The Curious Mindset: Engineering the Nanoparticle Puzzle with Dr. Joel Finbloom

In this episode of The Curious Mindset , Dr. Joel Finbloom shares how his work in nanotechnology is helping improve treatments for bacterial infections—and why curiosity, collaboration, and persistence matter just as much as results

Mar 23

The Curious Mindset: Transforming Pain Management in Pediatrics with Dr. Jennifer Stinson

The first episode of The Curious Mindset features Dr. Jennifer Stinson, a scientist and nurse using modern technology to transform pain management in paediatrics.

Mar 10

The Godfather of AI: In Conversation with Professor Geoffrey Hinton

What does the future of artificial intelligence really hold and how should society prepare for it?

Feb 19

Some Questionable Mischief

A night of comedy, trivia and a playful nod to the UK’s Taskmaster.

Jan 29

Healthy Skepticism: Debunking Miracle Cures

A frank look at how medical misinformation spreads and how we can rebuild trust in evidence-based care.

RCIScience events feature leading, promising, and just plain fascinating Canadian researchers and science.

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Flagship Events

Science meets flavour in these interactive classes, featuring cocktails, cheese, and everything in between!

General knowledge, current events and pop culture get a fun twist at this trivia night unlike any other.

Discover the latest research through captivating speakers and ask the experts your burning questions.

Field Trips aren’t just for kids! See the world differently and explore the wonders of nature and science.

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Past Events

Visit our YouTube Channel for recordings of our past events.

Events Calendar

Jul 9

The Curious Mindset: How DNA is the Key to Cancer Care with Dr. Daniel De Carvalho

In this episode of The Curious Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Daniel De Carvalho to explore how epigenetics is changing the future of cancer care.

Jun 25

The Curious Mindset: The Future of Stem Cells with Dr. Nika Shakiba

Jun 20

(RESCHEDULED) Field Trips: Turtles at Twilight

Discover urban wildlife after dark on this guided sunset stroll led by an expert ecologist.

May 31

Field Trips: Amphibians, reptiles and birds, oh my!

Look out for our shelled, scaly, slimy and feathered neighbours!

May 28

Journal Club

Join us for a low-pressure, high-impact way to stay sharp, connect with peers, and bridge the gap between theory and practice in SciComm.

May 22

The Curious Mindset: Inside the Discovery of Notch Signalling with Drs. Iva Greenwald and Gary Struhl

Apr 16

Journal Club

Join us for a low-pressure, high-impact way to stay sharp, connect with peers, and bridge the gap between theory and practice in SciComm.

Apr 13

The Curious Mindset: Engineering the Nanoparticle Puzzle with Dr. Joel Finbloom

Mar 23

The Curious Mindset: Transforming Pain Management in Pediatrics with Dr. Jennifer Stinson

The first episode of The Curious Mindset features Dr. Jennifer Stinson, a scientist and nurse using modern technology to transform pain management in paediatrics.

Mar 19

Journal Club

Join us for a low-pressure, high-impact way to stay sharp, connect with peers, and bridge the gap between theory and practice in SciComm.

Mar 10

The Godfather of AI: In Conversation with Professor Geoffrey Hinton

What does the future of artificial intelligence really hold and how should society prepare for it?

Feb 19

Some Questionable Mischief

A night of comedy, trivia and a playful nod to the UK’s Taskmaster.

Feb 19

RE:SciComm Conference

A dynamic conference exploring the art, science, and strategy of science communication in Canada. Deadline to register is February 2.

Jan 29

Healthy Skepticism: Debunking Miracle Cures

A frank look at how medical misinformation spreads and how we can rebuild trust in evidence-based care.

Jan 15

Journal Club

Join us for a low-pressure, high-impact way to stay sharp, connect with peers, and bridge the gap between theory and practice in SciComm.

Nov 24

RCIScience AGM (Members Only)

RCIScience members are invited to attend our Annual Group Meeting featuring reports from the Chair, Treasurer and Executive Director.

Nov 20

Journal Club

Join us for a low-pressure, high-impact way to stay sharp, connect with peers, and bridge the gap between theory and practice in SciComm.

Nov 3

Online Charity Auction

Get a jumpstart on holiday shopping and snag some really special gifts you can’t buy in stores! 🎁 (or just treat yourself 😉)

Oct 27

Discovery Talks | Under Pressure: The Neuroscience of How We Control, Adapt, and Share Stress

Why do some people thrive under pressure while others feel overwhelmed? Can stress actually be contagious? And most importantly–can we control it? Join neuroscientist Dr. Jaideep Bains for an engaging RCIScience Discovery Talk that unpacks the fascinating science of stress.

Oct 16

Brew Lab

Enjoy an evening of science, conversation, and community at Establishment Brewing.

Oct 9

Trust Issues: Science, Skepticism & Showing Up

In an age of misinformation and polarization, what does it take to rebuild trust in science, healthcare and beyond? Join us afterwards for a SciCommTO Social at Storm Crow Manor to continue the conversation.

Sep 25

Field Trips: Anatomy of a Crime

Put your forensic skills to the test and see if you’ve got what it takes to be a squint/King of the Lab in this Field Trip to UTM’s “Murder House.”

Sep 18

Who Do You Trust?

A documentary screening and real talk about rebuilding trust in science–without losing your mind. Featuring social media’s Dr. Noc!

Sep 14

Field Trips: Turtle Walk (RESCHEDULED)

Heroes in a half-shell–Turtle Power! 🐢

Aug 21

[RESCHEDULED] Field Trips: Stargazing in the City

Visit the University of Toronto’s Astronomical Observatory to see the planets, moon, stars and more against the backdrop of the city skyline 🔭

Jul 23

SciCommTO Social

Casual networking for practicing and aspiring science communicators.

Jun 13

Science is a Drag

The award-winning show returns to Toronto for TWO nights celebrating science through the art of drag 🌈

Jun 6

Science is a Drag

The award-winning show returns to Toronto for TWO nights celebrating science through the art of drag 🌈

May 25

RESCHEDULED Field Trips: Amphibians, Reptiles and Birds, oh my!

Look out for our shelled, scaly, slimy and feathered neighbours!

Apr 24

Some Questionable Trivia

General knowledge, current events and pop culture get a fun twist at this trivia night unlike any other.

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Events Calendar

Feb 19

Some Questionable Mischief

A night of comedy, trivia and a playful nod to the UK’s Taskmaster.

Feb 19

RE:SciComm Conference

A dynamic conference exploring the art, science, and strategy of science communication in Canada. Deadline to register is February 2.

Sep 14

Field Trips: Turtle Walk (RESCHEDULED)

Heroes in a half-shell–Turtle Power! 🐢

Jun 13

Science is a Drag

The award-winning show returns to Toronto for TWO nights celebrating science through the art of drag 🌈

Jun 6

Science is a Drag

The award-winning show returns to Toronto for TWO nights celebrating science through the art of drag 🌈

Mar 19

Criminal Minds: The Science of Forensic Psychology

Step into the intriguing world of forensic psychology and connect with other true crime junkies in this interactive event!

Feb 22

Field Trips: Winter Birdwatching at High Park

Bundle up and join RCIScience for our first Field Trip of 2025 - a leisurely winter birdwatching walk.

Nov 17

Paws and Perception: Exploring how dogs think

Discover how your dog thinks through interactive games inspired by real canine cognition research.

Nov 14

Some Questionable Trivia

General knowledge, current events and pop culture get a fun twist at this trivia night unlike any other.

Sep 15

RCIScience presents 175 Years of Sparking Curiosity

Celebrate 175 years of sparking curiosity with RCIScience 🥳

Aug 1

Fire & Ice: Science of Cocktails

Craft the perfect whisky-based cocktail and explore the science of fire and ice behind each Offworld sip.

Jul 13

Turtle Walk

Heroes in a half-shell–Turtle Power! 🐢

Jun 6

Science is a Drag

Science like you've never seen her before 💃🪩🕺🌈

Apr 8

Total Eclipse of the Park (Well, Almost): An Eclipse Viewing Party

Join us for an unforgettable solar eclipse viewing experience and discover how the eclipse impacts local wildlife behaviour!

Feb 13

Chemists react to Lessons in Chemistry | Chemists on Chemists

Fresh off the success of Emmy-nominated, book-turned-TV show, chemists Dr. Rebecca Yardley and Celia Du react to Brie Larson's latest hit Lessons In Chemistry. Part 2 out now!

Oct 28

Foraging for Fungi

Join RCIScience for an exploration of High Park to forage and learn about local fungi 🍄

Sep 21

Are Facts Enough? The Power of Community - Science Literacy Workshop

A science communication workshop exploring how to build community and trust in science.

Mar 13

'The Last of Us' AMA with Jessie MacAlpine

We’re exploring the science behind the hit TV show and video game and asking the experts what we should really be afraid of when it comes to fungi… 🍄 🧟‍♂️

Dec 6

The Science of Cookies

Holidays and cookies are a match made in heaven! Join The Great Canadian Baking Show’s Colin Asuncion alongside food scientists as we explore the science behind one of our favourite seasonal treats 🍪

Oct 5

The Science of Whisky

Join RCIScience for a dram (or three) of whisky and take the chill off Fall! 🥃

Jun 16

Screening of 'What Flowers They Bloom'

Join RCIScience for a timely screening of What Flowers They Bloom - a new documentary examining anti-Asian racism, mental health and disinformation during COVID-19.

Mar 28

A Dose of Hope: The COVID-19 Vaccines

An interactive panel discussion exploring the science behind the COVID-19 vaccines.

Mar 18

Pixel Perfect 2: The Final Quarter

Join RCIScience and game developer Ridhi Patel for The Final Quarter of Quarantrivia - an online trivia game created to combat COVID-19 misinformation.

Feb 28

Strange Signals: Fast Radio Bursts

Join RCIScience on an astronomical detective hunt spanning the globe and galaxies as we search for the source of Fast Radio Bursts!

Feb 18

The Science of Chocolate

From bean to bar, join food scientist Selvyn Simoes for a chemical exploration and accompanying taste test of everyone's favourite treat - chocolate! 🍫

Jan 31

New Year, New You: Your Brain on Stress

Our New Year, New You series returns! In the midst of a global pandemic, stress is permeating our lives more than ever. Hear what the researchers have to say about how stress impacts our health and what we can do to cope with it on a regular basis.

Nov 29

Aging in a Modern World: Challenges and Solutions

RCIScience explores age-related research into eyesight and cognitive function, and how that can help to improve navigating the modern world as we get older.

Oct 25

Science of Scary

At a time of year when we celebrate fear, join RCIScience to explore the science behind the scary! As if 2020 wasn’t terrifying enough…😱

Oct 16

The Great Pandemic Bake Off: The Science of Baking

Markham Library Join The Great Canadian Baking Show’sseason 2 runner-up Sachin Seth as he leads a gingerbread cake baking demonstration and explains some of the science behind your favourite tasty treats!

Nov 24

Black Holes: From Speculative to Spectacular

Toronto Join RCIScience for an exploration of the latest science about black holes and a discussion about how they are depicted in popular culture. Are black holes truly terrifying? Or simply misunderstood monsters?

Event Highlights

Instagram Takeovers

Events Calendar

Jun 7

Instagram Takeover: Josie Crichton

Dive into the science of seaweed biodiversity this World Oceans Day.

Apr 19

Instagram Takeover: Hayley McKay

Explore the hazy science of 420.

Apr 19

Instagram Takeover: Adaeze Ibik

Adaeze leads us through the ongoing quest to understand mysterious signals from space 📻 📶 🔍

Jan 10

Instagram Takeover: Athmaja Viswanath

Athmaja Viswanath shows us what worms can tell us about evolution.

Dec 6

Instagram Takeover: Sree Gayathri Talluri

It’s the last takeover of 2021! Adventure into the nanoworld with University of Victoria PhD student Sree Gayathri Talluri for some photochemistry!

Nov 16

Instagram Takeover: Stephanie Kereliuk

Celebrate a World Diabetes Day with diabetes and cardiovascular researcher Dr. Stephanie Kereliuk!

Oct 18

Instagram Takeover: Jessie MacAlpine

From micro to macroscopic, join Jessie MacAlpine on Instagram as she unearths the vast wonders of fungi!

Oct 11

Instagram Takeover: Cissy Suen

Shoot lasers at rocks for science and travel the world of international collaborative research with Cissy Suen as she shares her work on quantum materials in Canada and Germany!

Sep 13

Instagram Takeover: Karishma Hosein

PhD candidate Karishma Hosein shares her research on exercise and nutrition during pregnancy.

Sep 6

Instagram Takeover: Kristina Muise

Kristina Muise shares her research on bats, what it’s like being a wildlife researcher and how you can help support bat research.

Aug 2

Instagram Takeover: Stephanie Tran

Follow PhD candidate Stephanie Tran for a week in the life of a clinical researcher investigating Parkinson's Disease using novel techniques like brain stimulation & virtual reality 🧠

Jun 7

Instagram Takeover: Emily De Sousa

Dive into World Ocean Day with a look at seafood sustainability and social science research!

May 31

Instagram Takeover: Brigid Christison

Join us for a prehistoric adventure exploring the evolution of carnivorous mammals!

May 27

Instagram Takeover: Shanzeh Mumtaz Ahmed

Did you know that Canada has one of the highest rates of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in the world? Learn more about this condition with researcher Shanzeh Mumtaz Ahmed ahead of World MS Day.

Apr 26

Instagram Takeover: Talia Lowi-Merri

A takeover 65 million years in the making! Paleontologist Talia Lowi-Merri takes us back in time to explore how dinosaurs became birds 🦕

Apr 5

Instagram Takeover: Nargol Ghazian

Join Nargol Ghazian on a journey to the wild west to learn about desert ecology!

Mar 22

Instagram Takeover: Samantha Fowler

Science communicator Samantha Fowler shares a research-informed glimpse into the realm of vaccine hesitancy.

Mar 1

Instagram Takeover: Michelle Ku

Science communicator Samantha Fowler shares a research-informed glimpse into the realm of vaccine hesitancy.

Feb 22

Instagram Takeover: Caroline El Khoury

Astronomer Caroline El Khoury takes us on an intergalactic journey of radio astronomy and pulsars.

Feb 1

Instagram Takeover: Wes Wilson

Cancer researcher Wes Wilson takes over our Instagram account for World Cancer Day.

Jan 25

Instagram Takeover: Jen Chan

Stress researcher Jen Chan is taking over our Instagram account to talk about stress, its impact on our physical and mental health, and different strategies we can use to manage our stress. Follow along on Instagram!

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In Case You Missed It

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