Students from across the region are gathering in Sarnia this weekend to display their scientific research at the annual Lambton County Science Fair. The event, which highlights talent in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, runs through Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Northern Collegiate in Sarnia
The fair is open to students in grades 3 to 12. Participants are divided into four age categories: exhibition for grades 3 to 5, junior for grades 6 to 8, intermediate for grades 9 and 10, and senior for grades 11 and 12. On April 10, 2026, Vice Principal Heather Touzin of Northern Collegiate Institute and Vocational School shared the school’s involvement in promoting the fair, noting that the community event provides a platform for young researchers to present their projects.
Following the setup and initial judging sessions, the fair will conclude with an awards ceremony on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. For those in grades 7 to 12, the event serves as a qualifying competition for the Canada-Wide Science Fair, which will take place in Edmonton this May. The fair has a history spanning over 50 years and typically features dozens of student projects supported by more than 100 volunteer judges.
Local schools have historically seen strong representation at these events, with students often advancing to compete on the national stage. For instance, Northern Collegiate student Mustafa Arif earned a silver medal at the 2025 national competition for his work on artificial intelligence in assistive technology. Organizers emphasize that these fairs are a key way to encourage interest in scientific discovery for students throughout Lambton County.
