SOCIAL EVENTS

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Welcome Reception at the Montréal Science Centre

6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Make new friends and greet old ones at the CASC conference kick-off event at the Montréal Science Centre. The welcoming cocktail will be held at the Montréal Science Centre, where you will also get a chance to visit the latest temporary exhibition: SEX: A TELL-ALL EXHIBITION. Other activities are also being prepared, of which we will inform you in a few weeks. All new delegates are welcome!

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

Cocktail at the Cœur des sciences of UQAM

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Complexe des sciences Pierre-Dansereau de l’Université du Québec à Montréal
175, President-Kennedy Avenue, Montréal

Established downtown, by UQAM, Cœur des sciences is a centre for scientific culture with the mission of fostering the development of scientific culture among the general public and promoting it as being a part of general culture.

A shuttle is available.
It will leave at 5:15 p.m. from the Montréal Science Centre.
Since Cœur des sciences is located in downtown Montréal, you will then be able to explore the area, find a restaurant and experience Montréal culture. You are responsible for return transportation to your hotel.

Friday, May 7th, 2010

National Awards Gala at the Montréal Science Centre

6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Join us for this celebration of Canada’s outstanding achievements in science engagement. This lively event will include dinner, special remarks and the awards ceremony in recognition of Canada’s best and brightest.


Don’t forget to nominate you favorite exhibit, show, program or leader in your community for an award. Find more about the program at:

http://www.canadiansciencecentres.ca/awards.htm