What Is a Sciences Fair?

Are you ready to dare science?

Jump in the adventure of the Hydro-Québec Science Fair now!

  • A science and technology competition open to all young people aged 6 to 20
  • A golden opportunity to carry out an exciting project of experimentation, design or popularization, solo or in duo;
  • A one-of-a-kind way for you to learn more about science outside the classroom, choosing your own subject to explore
  • A great opportunity to live a unique human experience and meet a host of seasoned scientists and curious young people;
  • Lots of great prizes: scholarships, trips, cash awards and more;
  • But above all, the chance to dare science!

Appropriate support

Whether you want to take part in the competition, or accompany your child or pupil through the various stages, educational tools such as rules and evaluation grids are available.

To facilitate the introduction to science, the competition is adapted to suit all ages. That’s why it has 2 sections:

  • Primary section
  • High school and college

Are you ready to dare science? Embark on the science fair adventure today!


How do I register?

It’s right here.


How can I become a volunteer?

If you’d like to volunteer for one of the regional science fair finals, please contact your local Réseau Technoscience member organization.


Lorsqu’on vous dit: ­« C’est impossible, ça n’a jamais été fait! » Répondez: « Tant mieux, ce sera moi le premier! Osez la science! »

Gabriel Dayan, winner of Hydro-Québec First Prize, Québec final 2018


Discover the Science Fair Rock

(Lyrics: Francis Gélinas, music: Val Salva)


If you want to download the official 2024-2025 Hydro-Quebec Science Fair poster in PDF format, please do so by clicking here.