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Canada-Wide Science Fair 2012 hosts community launch, January 19
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The Canada-Wide Science Fair is coming to Prince Edward Island this year for the first time ever! UPEI will host CWSF 2012 from May 13 to 18.
The Host Committee is planning a Community Launch for the fair with an opportunity to sign up as a volunteer. Information about the CWSF and volunteer roles will be presented, as well as fun activities. This will take place from 4-6 pm on Thursday, January 19, at the Atlantic Veterinary College McCain Foundation Learning Commons.
The first national CWSF competition with 45 student winners representing 12 regions was held in 1962. Since then, this national competition has grown to more than 100 regional science fairs across Canada. Needless to say, the 2012 CWSF is a tremendous opportunity for the winning students who represent these regions and who will be competing for the national awards organized by Youth Science Canada and the local host, UPEI, in partnership with government and local businesses. It is also a unique opportunity for volunteers to assist with the delivery of this event.
Volunteers will be needed in many capacities from judging to hospitality, communications, food services, administration, school tours, exhibit set up, decorating, public viewing and more. It is estimated that some 200 to 300 volunteers will be needed in the various capacities.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please contact John Burka at burka@upei.ca. If you are particularly interested in becoming a judge, please contact the Chief Judge, Barry Linkletter blinkletter@upei.ca. Francophone judges (and volunteers) are particularly needed.
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