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Cision Canada
4 days ago
- Science
- Cision Canada
Camp STEAM Canada Announces Participation in the Rover Driving Academy Provided by Mission Control and MDA Space
WOODSTOCK, ON, /CNW/ - Camp STEAM Canada is excited to announce their participation in the Rover Driving Academy for its summer camp 2025 programming. This extraordinary hands-on lunar exploration experience will be available during select weeks at all Camp STEAM Canada locations across the country. Campers enrolled in the Rover Driving Academy will have the unique opportunity to become part of a lunar research team. They will remotely operate a real rover on a lunar analogue testbed, Mission Control's "Moonyard", in Ottawa, Ontario, exploring fascinating lunar science topics such as geology and lunar elements, and rover operations. This innovative program was developed by Mission Control under contract to the Canadian Space Agency and is now in partnership with MDA Space. "We are incredibly excited to bring the Rover Driving Academy to all our Camp STEAM Canada locations this summer," says Kevin Cougler, Executive Director at Camp STEAM. "This opportunity from Mission Control allows us to offer our campers an unparalleled hands-on experience, bringing the wonders of space exploration and STEAM careers directly to them. It's an opportunity for future astronauts to truly explore the Moon, build teamwork skills, and engage with real-world science." "We're delighted to have students from Camp STEAM Canada participate in this out-of-this-world opportunity, igniting students' excitement for space and exploration by giving them a chance to drive simulated rovers using our Spacefarer™ program—the very same platform set to operate on a real lunar mission later this year." Says Candice Kinney, Manager of Communications and Marketing at Mission Control. "This hands-on experience inspires lasting curiosity about space and sparks interest in Canada's growing space sector." For more information or to register for Camp STEAM Canada, visit About Camp STEAM Canada: Camp STEAM is a not-for-profit summer day camp that provides in-depth programming in coding, technology, robotics, animation and more to help prepare campers for future careers requiring STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) capabilities and competencies. Campers execute large-scale projects with elements from each STEAM area, teaching them how perspectives from all of these disciplines can be used to solve a problem in a new and unique way – their way! About Mission Control: Mission Control empowers explorers by innovating to make advanced technology viable for use in space. Using Spacefarer ™ and SpacefarerAI ™, customers can simplify mission development and operations while unlocking the potential of new scientific and commercial opportunities on the Earth, Moon, Mars, and beyond. Spacefarer ™ is being trusted for multiple missions to the Moon by mission controllers, scientists, and software developers who seek faster deployments, lower-cost mission development, and valuable data returns. Mission Control is inspired by a vision of the world in which access to space is ubiquitous and inspires all humans to treasure planet Earth and marvel at the universe. For more information, visit
Cision Canada
08-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Full Subsidies Available to Send Kids to Summer Camp in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta through STEM Camp Foundation
EMBRO, ON, July 8, 2025 /CNW/ - The STEM Camp Foundation is pleased to announce the return of its Send A Kid to Camp program for summer 2025, which offers full subsidies to qualifying families seeking to provide their children with a memorable and educational week at summer camp. Funding is now available for youth in select communities across Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta. The Send A Kid to Camp initiative empowers youth to explore new ideas, build confidence, and develop valuable skills — all in a fun and inclusive camp setting. The 2025 summer camp subsidies, made possible as a result of a corporate contribution from Imperial, cover the entire cost of one week of summer camp for families that qualify. "Every child deserves the chance to experience the joy and inspiration that comes with summer camp," said Kevin Cougler, Co-Founder of STEM Camp Foundation. "Thanks to this support, we're able to make that a reality for more families this year." In addition to STEM Camp, Camp STEAM Canada and Camp Tournesol also have locations with Send a Kid to Camp subsidy funding. To learn more about which communities have subsidies available as well as to apply, families can visit Subsidies are allocated based on availability and demonstrated need. Parents and guardians are encouraged to apply now to secure a spot for their child. About STEM Camp Foundation The STEM Camp Foundation is dedicated to inspiring curiosity and igniting a passion for STEM in children, paving the way for lifelong learning and successful careers in these critical fields. STEM Camp Foundation awards grants to teachers for STEM programming in their classrooms and provides funding for disadvantaged children to attend STEM Camp, Camp STEAM Canada and Camp Tournesol. Through partnerships with educators, industry leaders, and local communities, we strive to create a nationwide movement that nurtures curiosity and prepares the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and problem-solvers.
