Outreach

Outreach programs develop experience in the community by allowing students to create future partnerships and mentorship opportunities. STEM outreach programs can open the door for new possibilities and further develop experience, expertise, and skillsets. The Department of Mathematics offers several outreach programs for students from Grades 1 to 12.  We hope that you consider joining us for our year-round programs. 

 

If you wish to extend your mathematical repertoire beyond the school curriculum and prepare for mathematics contests, Math Challenge is for you. More...

 

Math Camps provide an opportunity for highschoolers to take part in hands-on activities, team and individual problem-solving sessions, and attend math talk. More...

 

In this competition, teams of 2-3 of highschool students will work under the supervision of a mentor on a project and produce a poster. More...

 Contact List 

The Canadian Math Kangaroo Contest (CMKC) is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organization which aims to spread the joy of mathematics. More...


 

Contact List Sign-up

Use the following link to sign-up for the contact list for announcements of the outreach programs of the Department of Mathematics.

Sign-up for the Outreach Contact List. 

 

Available Volunteer Positions

We rely on the assistance of volunteers to facilitate our programs (partially or fully). Currently, we are actively seeking volunteers for the following roles:

  • Math Outreach Graphic Designer (2024-25): The outreach programs of the Department of Mathematics require graphic content for various initiatives throughout the year. This content will be used both online and in print to promote the programs within the community and on related websites. We are seeking a volunteer graphic designer who can dedicate two to three hours per week to lend their expertise and assist us in creating compelling graphics. 

 

Math Outreach Graphic Designer Application Form

 

  • Math Challenge Program Support Volunteer (2024-25): This is a position only for high school students. Volunteers will be assisting with the check-in and check-out procedures, guiding program students and working closely with the program assistant on the tasks required for the program. 
  • Math Challenge Mondays, 6:00pm to 9:00pm  (two volunteers)
  • Math Challenge Tuesdays, 6:00pm to 8:00pm (two volunteers)
  • Math Challenge Wednesdays, 6:00pm to 8:00pm (two volunteers)

 

Math Challenge Program Support Volunteer(s) Application Form