The best young scientists in the region will descend on Kugluktuk High School to compete in the Kitikmeot Regional Science Fair this weekend.
photos courtesy of Kim Rowley/Qiqirtaq Ilihakvik
Eighteen students, ranging from grades 6 to 12, based out of Kugluktuk, Gjoa Haven, Kugaaruk and Taloyoak are expected to demonstrate their science savvy to a panel of guest judges from the host community.
Kugluktuk's entries comprised projects based on growing lettuce in the Arctic, how airplanes take off and whether food colouring affects the growth of seeds, according to Marie Kimeda, a math and science teacher, who organized the school and regional science events.
A maximum of three participants from the regional fair will advance to the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Ottawa, May 12-19.
