Family & Kids

Discovery Day – A Free, Family-Fun Experience

Jan 19 - 19, 2025

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About

Curious about the world beneath you? Bring the whole family to Discovery Day, hosted by the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), on Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Vancouver Convention Centre East.

Discover BC’s fascinating world of minerals and mining through interactive, hands-on exhibits:

  • 3D metal printing and scanning demonstrations
  • VR mine modeling showcasing cutting-edge technology in mineral exploration
  • Interactive activities featuring electric currents and magnetic fields
  • Explore ancient fossils, touch billion-year-old rocks, and see tech-driven innovations in action!

Explore exhibits from leading organizations like Below BC, Britannia Mine Museum, Science World, SFU Earth Sciences Lab, UBC Geering Up, and Women in Mining BC.

Free family fun, including:

  • Face painting, balloon twisting, stickers, and colouring books
  • Tasty treats like popcorn, cotton candy, and hot chocolate
  • Meet mascots Buddy and Betty the Miners, Spike from Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Bob the Bear from the Vancouver Canadians!

Recommended for ages 4–12, but fun for all! No registration required.

Dates and times
  • January 19, 20256pm - 10pm
Organized byAME (Association for Mineral Exploration of BC)
Languages spoken: English
Location
1055 Canada Pl
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3, Canada

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