GiSO is an annual event that allows for girls+ in high school to engage in team challenges while networking with professionals to integrate themselves in STEAM based opportunities

Explore the Conference

Workshops & Challenges

Participate in workshops and compete in team-based challenges revolving around STEM fields such as:

Mechanical Design
Programming
Electrical

*No prior experience in any of these fields are necessary to participate. Workshops will be streamed online prior to the event and volunteer support will be offered throughout!

Innovation Fair and Networking

Explore new opportunities to get involved in STEAM by meeting industry and post-secondary professionals in our Innovation Fair. In addition, connect with fellow GiSO participants to create strong bonds.

Previous exhibitors have included SHAD Canada, McMaster University, University of Toronto, Quanser, and Microsoft.

Women+ in STEAM Panel

Get inspired by today's leaders in the industry in our Women+ in STEAM Panel. The panel features a group of women from various fields in STEAM, sharing their experiences and insight of the industry and gender representation.

From post-secondary students to CEOs of their own businesses, learn from a variety of perspectives and get advice to help expand your interests and your career in STEAM.