LAUNCH Waterloo

Did you know April is Earth month?

Earth Day on April 22 is recognized worldwide as a day to protect our planet and decrease humanities reliance on plastics. Check out our newly released Earth Day activities on the LAUNCH portal now! Registration is FREE.
https://learn.launch-labs.ca/register/launchlabs-online/

Congrats to all of our participants in this year’s Greenovation competition! Join me in congratulating our top prize winner Lakshaditya S. for their project Buzz-Nators and our runner ups:

Calvin C. for their Spherical Solar Composter
Lia S. for their Aquatic Garbage Eating Robot
Shreshth A. for their Smart Trash Detector
Avyaktya S. for their Rooftop Water Purification System

Thanks to all who participated!

✨Will you be this year's ultimate GREEN-IUS? 👩‍🔬🧑‍🔬✨

The Greenovation Challenge closes today! Submit your ideas for tackling climate change by 11:59 PM EST for your chance to win up to $500 in cash prizes!

This FREE, online challenge is open to youth across Canada in Grades 1-8. Here’s what you need to do:
1. Sign up for the challenge at www.greenovationchallenge.ca
2. Pick a climate change issue that’s important to you.
3. Invent a solution to your issue.
4. Create a blueprint/prototype of your invention
5. Submit your invention online by 11:59 PM EST March 22, 2024!

We can't wait to see all your green innovations!

Did you know, you can make your own compass right at home using just a few household supplies!?

All you need is a paperclip, leaf or cork, a small magnet, and a shallow dish of
water and you have your own navigation device!

Find all the instructions to build your own compass on the LAUNCH Labs Online Portal.

From bridge builds to catapults, online games, and webinars from LAUNCH coaches on using Canva, TinkerCAD, and Scratch, sign up for the , LAUNCH Labs Online Portal to enhance your child’s STEAM knowledge and digital skills, while having plenty of fun, from the comfort of your home.

Sign up for a free account at https://learn.launch-labs.ca/register/launchlabs-online/ today!

Spring is officially here....at 11:06 PM EST that is!

The first day of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere is marked by something known as the Vernal Equinox. This is when the position of the sun is EXACTLY over the Equator, and the hours of daylight are equal almost everywhere on Earth.

After 11:06 PM EST, the Earth will continue its orbit around the sun, in which the position of the sun will slowly move further up into the Northern Hemisphere. As a result, the days in the Northern Hemisphere will get longer, the temperatures warmer, and before you know it, it will be Summer!

REMINDER: Our STEAM Book Sale is happening this Wednesday, March 20th from 11am to 1pm📚

Stop by and browse a variety of STEAM-themed children's books in like-new condition! There are over 50 titles to explore covering topics from coding, math, and engineering to art, architecture, and environmental conservation!

$5 per book, payable by cash (preferred) or card.

Catalyst Commons Atrium
137 Glasgow Street, Unit 210
Kitchener, ON

We hope to see you there!

We had so many amazing slime designs submitted for our Design our Next Slime Contest, we couldn't possibly just pick one, so we picked three!

Join us in congratulating our Design our Next Slime Contest Winners:

Naresh S. - Peach Party
An icy, cloud-based slime, with a peachy scent, coloured beads, and a beach umbrella that will be sure to have you dreaming of summer!

Shreshth A. - Egg Hunt
A jelly slime with a hint of vanilla, plenty of gold glitter, and hidden Easter eggs to get you into the holiday spirit!

Malak Z. - Ice Cream Friends
A butter, cloud-based slime that looks just like Neapolitan ice cream - Chocolate, Strawberry, and Vanilla - and featuring mini ice cream cones!

Thank you to everyone who entered and shared your creativity with us!

Kids, put your Green thinking caps on this Saint Patrick's Day!🍀

Tell us your ideas for tackling climate change for a chance to win a pot of gold! 🌈💰🍀

Join the Greenovation Challenge and let us know your ideas to make our Earth more green for a chance to win up to $500 in cash prizes!

This , online challenge is open to youth across Canada in Grades 1-8. Here’s what you need to do:
1. Sign up for the challenge at www.greenovationchallenge.ca
2. Pick a climate change issue that’s important to you.
3. Invent a solution to your issue.
4. Create a blueprint/prototype of your invention
5. Submit your invention online by March 22, 2024!

Start thinking in green and join the Greenovation Challenge today!

📚STEAM Book Sale happening Wednesday, March 20th from 11am to 1pm📚

Stop by and browse a variety of STEAM-themed children's books in like-new condition! There are over 50 titles to explore covering topics from coding, math, and engineering to art, architecture, and environmental conservation!

$5 per book, payable by cash (preferred) or card.

Catalyst Commons Atrium
137 Glasgow Street, Unit 210
Kitchener, ON

We hope to see you there!

Did you know, you can enjoy STEAM-themed fun at the Kitchener Market?

Stop by our booth on the 2nd floor on Saturday, March 16th between 10am and 2pm for STEAM-themed story time and fun STEAM-based crafts!

We hope to see you there!

🥧 Pi Day Giveaway! 🥧
STEAM Enthusiasts, celebrate Pi Day with us here at LAUNCH with a slimey giveaway.

How to Enter:
1. LIKE & FOLLOW to share the love for all things STEAM!
2. COMMENT the first 15 digits of pi

Don’t forget to share and/or tag your friends that might also be interested!

🏆 Prize: One lucky winner gets a LAUNCH Labs Slime Prize Pack! Winner will be notified via direct message and announced on Friday, March 15th. 📅 Prize must be picked up in Kitchener, ON.

⏳ Runner-Up Chance: If no response in 48 hours, a runner-up will be contacted.

This giveaway is not endorsed or associated with Facebook.