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Are you a grade 10-12 student with a passion for science and health research?
Join us for Mini Med School Yukon! Dive into a day of discovery with scientists and health professionals from BC Children's Hospital as we explore the latest in medical research.
Friday, March 28, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre, 1171 Front Street, Whitehorse Yukon
Poster | Schedule | Registration | Get to Know Our Researchers & Health Experts
What's in store at Mini Med School? Prepare for an exciting day filled with:
- Presentations from top BC Children's Hospital researchers and health experts
- Hands-on activities covering various health science topics
- Insights into careers in research and health care
- Opportunities to connect with students from across the Yukon
- Chances to win door prizes, trivia prizes, and BC Children's Hospital gear
Registration is free, with snacks and lunch included! Limited spots available.
Grade 12 students who attend Mini Med School Yukon have the chance to unlock a scholarship opportunity!
Interested in attending?
Students in grades 10-12 who are affiliated with a Yukon high school are welcome to be part of this free one-day program. Space is limited to 60 participants.
Mini Med School is a special event held outside the classroom and will be hosted on a school day. Students will be expected to make their own arrangements to miss a day of classes and to find transportation to and from the venue.
Learn more about how to register for Mini Med School Yukon
Questions? Contact researchevents@phsa.ca.
Mini Med School is a BC Children's Hospital youth outreach program that takes a unique approach and has the reputation of being “anything but mini”. This popular series uses big ideas, big discoveries and big names to engage high school students, teachers and the general public in learning and discussing health research topics. Click here to learn more about this travelling program.