Ready to Roll – Holiday Programming at the Canada Science and Technology Museum

Gear up to explore the science and the technologies that get cars moving. Design, construct and race your own car down the Museum’s track, and investigate the science that makes engines roar. Buckle up, and come take part in a moving experience at the Canada Science and Technology Museum.

When: December 18 to January 2 (closed December 25)
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Canada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent Blvd, Ottawa

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Build a Car: Explore the science of motion and aerodynamics. Design and build a model car, then race it down the test track. (Mornings only);
  
  
• Pull Over for the Police Car: Meet an OPP Officer, see a police car up close, and learn how it was adapted for police work. (December 20 to 23, and 29, 30);
  
  
• Attention Drivers: For drivers and future drivers — test your driving knowledge. Meet staff from OSAID (Ontario Students Against Drunk Driving) and Arrive Alive DRIVE SOBER and discover what kind of motorist you are, and learn how you can make the roads safer. (December 27 to 30);
  
  
• Discover Motors and Engines: Investigate how motors and engines work then try your hand at making a simple motor. (Afternoons only);

Media contact:

Kelly Ray, media and public relations
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Telephone: 613-949-5732
Email: kray@technomuses.ca