Discovery Days in Health Sciences

High School Student Events

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Join us at Discovery Days in Health Sciences, presented by the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. This program gives high school students the opportunity to explore careers in medicine and the health sciences.

What can you expect at Discovery Days in Health Sciences?

  • Meet leading BC Children’s Hospital clinicians, scientists, and health professionals
  • Learn about careers in medicine, science and health research
  • Connect with other high school students interested in STEM and health sciences
  • Take part in hands-on workshops and interactive activities

Speakers & Schedule

The next Discovery Days in Health Sciences will take place on Friday, November 6, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

For the latest schedule and registration information, please visit the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame website.

Where is it?

Attend in-person at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute, 950 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver, BC.

Who can attend?

Grade 10-12 students in BC.

How do you apply?

For the latest schedule and registration information, please visit the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame website.

Questions?

Contact us at cmhf@cdnmedhall.ca.

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