Virtual Workshops

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Thank you to our Skills Ontario Summer Camp Partners!

This program is funded by the Government of Ontario.

Through our virtual workshops, participants are led through fun skilled trade and tech-related workshops, demonstrations, virtual tours, speakers and presentations. Sessions are led by Skills Ontario staff and volunteers/partners via Zoom.

Virtual workshops are open to all ages, however, are typically suited to grades 7, 8, and 9, unless otherwise noted. Please reference the event details for more information on the difficulty level for each event. Parent/guardian supervision is strongly recommended for all our virtual sessions.

Spaces are limited. Each participant should register individually and complete a separate registration request for each event. Please note that signing requesting a space does not guarantee a registration. Emails will be sent to participants every Friday after requests are received, either confirming the registration, or confirming a space on the waitlist. All virtual workshops are currently free, unless otherwise noted on the registration details.

All participants are required to follow Skills Ontario's Code of Conduct and are encouraged to complete the Virtual Workshop Safety Checklist before each event.

For general inquiries, or to cancel your registration, please e-mail campmanager@skillsontario.com. If you have registered and not received your event link, please let us know. Please note that some email addresses from school boards and others have privacy settings in place that will not receive emails.

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Week 2 Calendar
July 18 - 22

Week 3 Calendar
July 25 - 29

Week 4 Calendar
August 1 - 5

Week 5 Calendar
August 8 - 12

Week 6 Calendar
August 15 - 19

Workshop Details

	Agriculture in Canada Workshop Related Careers/Skills Restaurant Manager, Chef, Agronomist, Food Scientist, Soil Scientist Co-Host		Description A broad overview of Canadian agriculture including what grows where, uses of commodities, various production methods, and a general outline of issues in Canadian agriculture. This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials No materials necessary
	Biotechnology Workshop Related Careers/Skills Biotechnician, Scientific Illustrator, Geneticist, Bioproduction Operator Co-Host		Description Students will explore and understand the relationship between agriculture and plant breeding, genetically modified organisms and biotechnology. They will weigh a variety of perspectives on the issue of genetically modified organisms and their impact on human health, environment, and society This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials No materials necessary
	Business & Economics of Food Workshop Related Careers/Skills Agriculture Equipment Technician, Baker, Marketing Manager, Social Media Specialist Co-Host		Description Students will explore agriculture and food from a business perspective, including exploring the importance of marketing to the success of a business. Materials No materials necessary
	Careers in Agriculture Workshop Related Careers/Skills Anything from plumbing, electrical, mechanical, scientific, government etc. Co-Host		Description Students will learn about the exciting and vast opportunities that exist in the agri-food industry. Students will learn that no matter where their interest lies (whether they are interested in science or business etc.), there are exciting career opportunities in the agriculture sector. Materials No materials necessary
	Climate Change Workshop Related Careers/Skills Climatologist, Soil Conservationist Co-Host		Description Participants will investigate the interrelationships between food production and climate change. This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials No materials necessary
	Conventional & Organic Agriculture Workshop Related Careers/Skills Agronomist, Custom Pesticide Applicator, Chemical Technician, Scientist Co-Host		Description Students critically examine both organic and conventional methods of production, focusing on the use of pesticides. This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials No materials necessary
	DIY Facial Mask and Nails Workshop Related Careers/Skills Esthetician		Description In this workshop, participants will make a homemade facial skin mask, apply it, and learn to paint their nails. Materials 1 teaspoon honey 1 banana (organic preferred) ¾ cups whole milk knife small bowl measuring spoons blender nail polish timer/phone access to running water Optional Materials paint brush for mask application hair band nail polish base coat* & top coat Mirror If using nail polish base coat, please apply prior to workshop commencing. Required Skills* Knowledge of how to use a blender Basic knife cutting skills
	Food Security Workshop Related Careers/Skills Food Stylist, Policy Analyst, Food Distribution Coordinator, Supervisor Co-Host		Description Students will explore the factors that contribute to local and global food security and critically review methods which work to eliminate food insecurity.  This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials No materials necessary
	Sécurité alimentaire		Please click "Francais" at the top right corner of this webpage to view all workshops being held in French.
	Fruit Cutting Fondue Workshop Related Careers/Skills Chef/Cook		Description In this workshop participants will learn how to create fruit critters and the perfect chocolate sauce to munch them with! Required Materials cutting board sharp knife butter knives (2) apple banana For the chocolate sauce: stovetop saucepan mixing spoon sealable container or bottle for storage 1/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup water 1 cup half and half cream or milk (non-dairy is fine) 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Required Skills Basic knife cutting skills
	GoIT App Design Workshop Related Careers/Skills Graphic Designer, IT careers (Sector: Technology) Co-Host		Description In this workshop, participants will learn about design thinking, UI/UX and design a simulated app that solves a community issue. Lead in partnership with GoIT, a digital engagement program where students learn how technology and computer science play a role in many careers. This activity is intended for participants in grade 6-9. This is a multi-day session, beginning at 2:00 PM each day of March Break (Monday to Friday). Registered participants should plan to attend all 5 sessions. On the last day of this week – long session, participants will be given the opportunity to present their final project to the group to show off their app design! Materials Access to an e-mail address to login to code.org A desktop/laptop computer is recommended
	Health & Safety Awareness Presentation Virtual Speaker Related Careers/Skills This workshop covers safety skills that are transferable to all careers! Co-Host		Description To deliver health and safety awareness to new and young workers, or school-aged children. The idea is to help students identify health and safety concerns in the world around them and act in an appropriate manner after assessing the related risks.   This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials No materials necessary
	Introduction to Digital Mapmaking with QGIS Workshop Related Careers/Skills Information Systems (GIS), Cartography, Computer Skills, Digital Design, Spatial Skills Co-Host		Description This digital mapmaking activity is targeted at map lovers who have little to no experience creating maps digitally using geographic information systems (GIS). Participants will get to create a topographic map of Algonquin Park and (if time permits) a thematic map displaying Canada’s population by province, all using real-world data. While all maps require key elements such as a title, legend, scale bar, etc., participants are encouraged to be creative with their maps and to make them their own. At the end of the workshop, participants will be provided with additional resources should they wish to delve further into the world of GIS. This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials Keyboard A mouse (optional but highly recommended) A computer running any operating system except for Chrome OS QGIS (a free GIS software) should be installed on the computer prior to the start of the workshop (details below): Prior to attending the workshop, participants should download version 3.16 of QGIS (the most recent long-term release) using the standalone installer here: https://qgis.org/en/site/forusers/download.html. QGIS is a free, well-maintained, and powerful GIS software that works on both Windows and Mac. QGIS does not work on tablets, smartphones, or Chromebooks. Skills Required Basic computer skills
	Learn to Build a Paper Cargo Plane Workshop Related Careers/Skills Aircraft Mechanic/Technician (Sector: Motive Power)		Description In this workshop participants will build a paper airplane, and test out how much cargo their plane can hold. Materials 1 Piece of paper Tape (any kind) 6 dimes Measuring tape Required Skills Dexterity, basic math skills, and the ability to use/read a measuring tape.
	Learn to Build a Kite Workshop Related Careers/Skills Engineer/Design (Sector: Motive Power)		Description In this workshop, participants will build a kite using basic supplies and will decorate their creation, allowing their creativity to shine through. Materials newspaper or kraft paper scissors twine or string tape or glue (tape recommended if your string unravels easily) 2-3 sticks that are 2-3 feet long, one slightly shorter than the others (balsa wood sticks recommended) small knife for carving notches into the sticks Optional Materials stickers markers tail ribbon extra sticks and paper Paint and paintbrushes
	Learn to Make a Pizza Workshop Related Careers/Skills Chef (Sector: Motive Power)		Description In this workshop, participants will learn to make pizza dough from scratch and prepare their favourite toppings to create their perfect custom pizza. Required Materials Equipment oven sturdy pizza pan or baking sheet mixing bowl mixing spoon measuring cups measuring spoons cutting board chef knife cheese grater oven mitts rolling pin Dough 4 cups flour + more for dusting 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 2¼ teaspoon instant yeast (or one package) 1½ cups warm water (about 40 degrees C) 1/3 cups olive oil + more for proofing & preparing pizza pan Toppings (choose 2-6 preferred toppings) favourite prepared pizza sauce mozzarella cheese (or preferred cheese) pepperoni (or other prepared/cooked meats) onions mushrooms bell peppers jalapeño peppers pineapples olives spinach garlic Required Skills Know how to use an oven Basic knife skills
	Local Food Workshop Related Careers/Skills Agronomist, Scientist, Transportation, Health, Retail Co-Host		Description Students examine the health, economic, social and environmental benefits of eating local as well as the challenges it presents This activity is intended for participants in grade 7 - 12 . Materials No materials necessary
	Aliment local		Please click "Francais" at the top right corner of this webpage to view all workshops being held in French.
	Plant a Seed Workshop Related Careers/Skills Horticulture Technician		Description In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of planting seeds and gardening. Materials Planting soil (highest quality is recommended) Plant potter of any size Seeds (any type of seeds will work) Water Water jug or cup Trowel gardening hand tool
	Skills For YOUR Future Work Workshop Related Careers/Skills Transferable employability skills Co-Host		Description In this interactive workshop, students will explore the connections between their high school courses, extracurricular activities, and other life experiences as transferable employability skills. Students will gain an understanding of the impact of COVID-19 on all sectors in the workforce including how employers are hiring. Using Unearth Education Éveillée’s 7 Influencer Wheel, students will identify their current SKILLS and learn about career exploration resources. Materials No materials necessary
	Skilled Trades Gameshow Workshop Related Careers/Skills This workshop includes simple hands-on challenges that are transferable to many Skilled Trade & Technology Careers.		Description In this workshop participants will participate in a variety of timed challenges to explore the skilled trades. Materials 1 Balloon 10 Cheerios 1 Set of chopsticks or 2 food skewers 10 stackable cups (ex. red party cups) 2 Dimes Masking tape 5 marbles or 5 small toy cars 1 Circle shaped cookie 3 Sewing needles 1 Piece of thread (approximately .5 Meter) 1 Small ball of playdough or sticky wall tack Required Skills Dexterity
	Technology & Innovations Workshop Related Careers/Skills Biotechnician, Agriculture Engineer, Robotics, Computer Science Co-Host		Description Students will critically examine the impact that agriculture technologies have on crop yields, the environment, cost of food, on farm workers etc. These technologies could include the use of robotics, precision agriculture, unmanned aerial vehicles, geospatial mapping, 3D printing etc. This activity is intended for participants in grade 7-12. Materials No materials necessary
	Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting Workshop Related Careers/Skills Baker		Description In this workshop, participants will learn about kitchen safety through making their own vanilla cupcakes and buttercream frosting from scratch. Required Materials electric mixer or mixing bowl and spoon oven mixing bowl mixing spoon muffin pan cupcake liners toothpicks measuring spoons measuring cups oven mitts piping bag and tips For Cupcakes 1 1/3 cups flour 1 cup white sugar 1 and ¼ teaspoon baking poweder 2 large eggs 1 ½ teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons vanilla ½ cup butter, unsalted ½ cup full fat sour cream For Frosting 1 cup softened, unsalted butter 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 cups confectioner’s sugar 2 tablespoons heavy cream Optional Materials Cooling rack Rubber spatula 1 gel food colour sprinkles

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