The Government of Saskatchewan has committed $50,000 towards the Saskatchewan Science Centre with the funds being aimed at encouraging young women and girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics or STEM. Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) programs help to build skills and knowledge, preparing young women and girls for the future labour force, while increasing science literacy in the province.

Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross said, “Building a strong and innovative economy requires opportunities for young women to pursue interests and careers in these areas.” Increasing women’s participation in non-traditional fields such as science, technology, engineering and math will not only strengthen economic participation – it will also draw more interest and raise awareness of career opportunities that are available in Saskatchewan.

The funding allows the Science Centre to off the Go! Code: Girls Club to participants at no cost. The introductory level Go! Code: Girls program offers a chance for girls ages 11 to 16 to explore the world of coding through virtual sessions that will cover coding language basics, video game creation, animation and coding hardware devices.