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Skills Canada Saskatchewan Showcases Student Talent in Game Development

On March 26 and 27, 2026, the Skills Canada Saskatchewan Provincial Competition brought together 300 secondary and post-secondary students to compete in more than 40 skilled trades and technology categories. The event continues to create opportunities for students to demonstrate their skills in real, hands on competition settings. The provincial competition brings together students from […]

  • Shaun Nanan

Welcoming 2026 with STEM and Community at ‘Noon Year’s Eve’

On December 31, 2025, families gathered at the Saskatchewan Science Centre for Noon Year’s Eve, an exciting event that offered hands-on activities and early New Year celebration. From 10:00am to 3:00pm, families explored interactive exhibits and participated in a noon countdown to welcome 2026. Local partners and vendors provided activities for families: Each vendor added […]

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See Your Future Education and Career Fair: Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders

The See Your Future Education and Career Fair brought together more than 2,000 high school students at each location in Saskatoon and Regina, Saskatchewan. The event was held on October 27, 2025, at TCU Place in Saskatoon and on October 28, 2025, at the Queensbury Convention Centre in Regina. Students from across the province attended […]

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Ideas to Impact: Student Project and Business Showcase 2025

Nanan Academy’s “Ideas to Impact: Student Project and Business Showcase” took place on October 25, 2025, at the Saskatchewan Science Centre in Regina. The event brought together bright minds throughout Saskatchewan to celebrate creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship as featured in CTV News (view article). Students presented a wide range of projects, including a remote-controlled robotic […]

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Youth Voices Lead the Way at 2025 First Nations Energy & Natural Resource Forum

From May 27 to 29, 2025, the Saskatchewan First Nations Natural Resource Centre of Excellence hosted a groundbreaking event—the inaugural Saskatchewan First Nations Energy and Natural Resource Forum & Leadership Summit in Saskatoon, Treaty 6 Territory. With the theme “Tradition to Transition: Empowering Our Energy Future,” this annual forum brought together Indigenous leaders, youth, industry […]

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Skills Canada Saskatchewan Provincial Competition 2025: Game Development

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 […]

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Ringing in 2025 with ‘Noon Year’s Eve’ Event at the Saskatchewan Science Centre

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 […]

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Pedagogy of Play

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 […]

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Combining Tradition with Technology at the Cowessess First Nation Pow Wow

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 […]

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Unleashing Young Minds at the Skills For Success Summer Camp 2024

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 […]

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Industry Sponsorship Fuel Growth of First Nations Family STEM Program, Student Project Showcase

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 […]

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Celebrating 35 Years of the Saskatchewan Science Centre

On August 25, 2024 the Saskatchewan Science Centre in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, lit up with excitement as it celebrated “35 Trips Around the Sun,” marking its 35th anniversary. The Adult Science Night event drew in enthusiasts and curious minds alike, offering a delightful array of activities and experiences that showcased the Centre’s enduring impact on […]

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New Game Development Competition in Skills Canada Saskatchewan Provincials 2024

On March 22, 2024, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, hosted the Skills Canada Saskatchewan Provincial competition, showcasing the talent and innovation of young minds across various sectors. Among the 30 competitions spanning six sectors, one new addition was very popular: Game Development. Game Development, which is the first Skills Canada Game Dev competition, brought a fresh wave […]

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Nanan Academy Co-Founder Spoke at TEDxRegina 2024

Shaun Nanan, the co-founder and academic director of Nanan STEM Academy Inc., was on stage for the first TEDxRegina event since 2015. As a computer/electronics engineer with a rich background in education at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Nanan brings a fresh perspective to the world of teaching and learning. A Vision for the Future Shaun’s journey has been marked by innovation […]

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Empowering Tomorrow’s Tech Leaders: Girls Night Out at the Saskatchewan Science Centre

On September 23, 2023, the Saskatchewan Science Centre in Regina, Saskatchewan, held an inspiring and empowering event: “Girls Night Out: A Go! Code: Girls Event.” Aimed at girls aged 11 to 16, this event sought to ignite a passion for coding, science, and technology while showcasing the immense potential within the female tech community. With […]

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Innovative Donation set to shape the future of technology education

Nanan STEM Academy has generously donated a state-of-the-art 3D printer to the Holy Trinity Catholic School Division (HTCSD) in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada. This contribution is set to revolutionize the learning experience for students, equipping them with essential skills for the ever-evolving world of technology. The donation of the Bambu Labs X1 3D printer marks […]

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Skills for Success Summer Camp Empowers Young Minds for the Future

In an exciting display of educational innovation and collaboration, the inaugural Skills for Success Summer Camp held from July 31st to August 4th, 2023, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, left a trail of delighted and inspired young minds in its wake. Hosted by the Nanan STEM Academy in partnership with the Holy Trinity Catholic School Division […]

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Skills Canada National Competition 2023: A Celebration of Trades and Technology

The 2023 Skills Canada National Competition was held on May 25 and 26, 2023, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With 512 competitors participating in 45 competitions across six sectors, the event drew a record-breaking crowd of over 10,000 student visitors. The Skills Canada National Competition is an annual event that brings together skilled young individuals who have […]

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Nanan STEM Academy Receives Award at Moose Jaw Business Excellence Awards Gala

The Moose Jaw Business Excellence (MJBEX) Awards Gala is an annual event that recognizes outstanding businesses in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada. The event is a celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and excellence in the business community. This year, the 21st annual MJBEX gala was held on April 19, 2023, and it was a night to remember. […]

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Miyo Wahkohtowin – Working Together – to support First Nations Youth

On Saturday, March 18, 2023, a group of distinguished guests, including Chief Cadmus Delorme, Cowessess Director of Education Sandy Pinay-Schindler, and Melissa Shepherd, Indigenous Relations Manager at K+S Potash Canada, visited students from Cowessess First Nation who were attending the First Nations Family Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Program at the Saskatchewan Science Centre. […]

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Indigenous STEM Program Kicks Off with Strong Start in Regina, Saskatchewan

The Science Center in Regina, Saskatchewan was buzzing with excitement as the Indigenous Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Program got underway on January 21, 2023. The program, which is a collaboration between Cowessess First Nation, K+S Potash Canada, Saskatchewan Science Center, Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority, David & Sarah Rosen, Enbridge, and Nanan STEM Academy, […]

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Industry Tour at CAE Inc.

Students and faculty of Nanan STEM Academy embarked on an industry tour at CAE located at 15 Wing Canadian Forces Base in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada on December 11, 2022. At Nanan STEM Academy, we are thrilled to offer STEM classes for kids that give them an opportunity to explore the exciting world of science, […]

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Workshop inspired young minds

Nanan STEM Academy hosted a coding and robotics workshop at the Saskatchewan Science Center in Regina, Saskatchewan on November 26, 2022. The exciting partnership between the Saskatchewan Science Center and Nanan Academy provides sustainable programming for the community. The workshop included activities in the following 5 stations: Edison Robot programming, Robot Mouse, Snap Circuits, Spheros, […]

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Saskatchewan Students working with Leading-Edge Technology

Nanan Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Academy held its first annual student project showcase at Grant Hall Hotel in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan on November 6, 2022. The fascinating projects demonstrated by students include custom-built robotic devices and video games as featured on Global News, CBC Radio, Moose Jaw Today, and Discover Moose Jaw. Nanan […]

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Free Robotics Workshop

November 26, 2022 1:30 – 3:00 pm and 3:00 – 4:30 pmLocation: Saskatchewan Science Centre, Regina, SaskatchewanLWJ Gallery via Kramer IMAX Theatre Entrance Update Nov 23, 2022 We were surprised and delighted by the demand for the workshop, we received over 55 registrations. In order to provide as many children as possible with a learning […]

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STEM Workshop at the Moose Jaw public Library

On July 30, 2022, Nanan Academy hosted an exciting workshop at the Moose Jaw Public Library. There were 12 students who attended, and they participated in 3 sections: Robot programming using the mBot, game programming using Scratch, and building circuits with Snap Circuits.

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Skills Canada National Competition 2022

Each year, Skills Canada holds provincial and national competitions in which Secondary and Post-Secondary students can compete in their chosen field of study. This year, the Post-Secondary national competition was held in Vancouver on May 26 and 27, 2022. There were over 300 competitors from all provinces of Canada who participated in 35 skilled trade […]

  • Shaun Nanan