We have grown from a small group of passionate volunteers to a thriving organization with a dedicated staff, volunteers, and partners, all driven to empower youth through STEM education.
Today, we continue to expand our reach and impact by partnering with organizations and communities who share our vision. We also position ourselves as a thought leader in STEM education by collaborating with world renowned research institutes such as McMaster University, sharing our insights, innovation, and ideas, and staying up-to-date with the latest trends, issues, and challenges in STEM education and fields.
2012
Introduced
Grassroot Origin
A group of educators who were passionate about teaching STEM starts Mathstronauts and begin providing programs to local schools, beginning at Dalewood Middle School, Hamilton, Ontario. We acquire first set of volunteer team.
2016
Founded
Official Founding
We register as an official non-profit organization and first multi-year funding secured (Hamilton Community Foundation). First university chapter created at McMaster University. First year of offering STEM Hacks competition at McMaster University.
2020
Restructured
Restructuring and Growth
Pandemic related restructuring, reenvisioning and growth. Online learning creates opportunities to provide programs for students across Ontario (and BC). Significant improvements in workflow and program design. We acquire partnership with HWDSB, HWCDSB and GM Canada.
2023
Expanded
Strategic Growth and Partnerships
We create new strategic marketing plan, significantly changing fundraising goals and strategies. We continue to acquire new funding to create new programs (OVIN), and grow existing programs (NSERC).
Mission
To remove barriers to STEM education to empower young people to develop digital technology and STEM skills.
Vision
Youth driven by a desire to problem solve, innovate and create.
Motto
STEM is reshaping the world. We are reshaping STEM education.
Our team comprises of highly dedicated individuals who are driven by our mission. Each of our team member brings a diverse set of perspectives and experiences to the table.
Board of Advisors
Gay Yuyitung, PhD
Executive Director, McMaster Industry Liaison Office
Cesare DiDonato, MEd
Special Projects Advisor, Industry Education Council of Hamilton
Miroslav Lovric, PhD
Professor, Mathematics and Statistics, McMaster University
Heather Morrison, BCom
Manager, Finance & Operations, McMaster Industry Liaison Office