The Skills Canada Saskatchewan Provincial Competition took place on March 27th and 28th, 2025, at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus. This event brought together talented students from across the province to compete in over 40 skilled trade and technology competitions. The competitions were in six diverse sectors—Manufacturing and Engineering, Construction, Transportation, Information Technology, Employment, and […]

On February 17, 2025, The Nanan Academy team visited the Shanghai International STEAM Education R&D Base, an after-school program held on Saturdays where students aged 8 to 18 explore electronics and robotics. It was exciting to see young learners gaining hands-on experience with technology. During our visit, students were programming Arduino microcontrollers to make LEDs […]

The Nanan Academy team recently visited Wuhan, Hubei, China, to experience the Apollo Moon ArcFox Driverless Taxi. The robotaxi is a collaboration between Baidu Apollo and Arcfox, a BAIC Group brand. This fully autonomous taxi operates without a human driver, using LiDAR, radar, cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and GPS for navigation. During our ride, the vehicle […]

On December 31, 2024, the Saskatchewan Science Centre hosted its annual Noon Year’s Eve event, a family celebration packed with exciting activities and unforgettable moments. Children and families delved in activities like face painting and the ‘Shrinky Dinks Activity.’ Guests explored the cosmos through the immersive ‘Star Trip’ and marvelled at the wonders of ‘Science […]

We are thrilled to announce that Yara Belle Plaine, a nitrogen based mineral fertilizer production company, has donated laptop PCs to Nanan STEM Academy. This generous contribution has empowered us to expand our programming and further our mission of equipping students with essential 21st-century skills. With these modern laptops, our students will gain access to […]

September 30, 2024, marks Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—a day to reflect, remember, and recognize the profound impact of residential schools on Indigenous communities. At Nanan STEM Academy, we honour this day by emphasizing the power of education as a vehicle for healing and progress, especially through the lens of Science, Technology, Engineering, […]

On September 2, 2024, families and friends came together at the Saskatchewan Science Centre for the Labour Day Play Day event. It was a day full of fun activities and shows, with something for everyone to enjoy and learn from. The place was buzzing with energy and excitement as visitors explored the different stations and […]

From August 13 to 15, 2024, a traditional Pow Wow was celebrated at Cowessess First Nation. The event was a vibrant showcase of Indigenous traditions, featuring drumming, dancing, and community gathering. On August 13th, Nanan STEM Academy set up an engaging booth that drew in children from all around the community. The booth was filled with […]

Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, hosted the FutureCamp: Skills For Success Summer Camp from July 29 to August 2, 2024 as featured on Moose Jaw Express news. This event was a team effort by Skills Canada Saskatchewan, Nanan STEM Academy, and the Holy Trinity Catholic School Division. The camp aimed to inspire youth and teach them important […]

On May 11, 2024, students of Nanan Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Academy displayed the spirit of innovation and creativity at the second annual “Innovators Unleashed – Student Project Showcase,” which was held at the Saskatchewan Science Centre. Students ranging from 7 to 14 years old showcased their remarkable projects in coding, robotics, and […]