On March 28th, 2023, HCDSB students were recognized for their participation in the (BASEF), an annual competition for students to explore their interests in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
BASEF is open to all Grade 7 to 12 students from Hamilton, Halton Region, Haldimand County, Norfolk County and the County of Brant and Six Nations. The fair attracts over 500 students per year, with $300,000 worth of prizes awarded to those with the top science and engineering projects.
Through its affiliations, BASEF provides opportunities for students to compete at national and international levels.
Award Winners
Noah DiCaro
Our Lady of Victory Catholic Elementary School
Artistically Inspired Display Award
Jordan LeBlanc
St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School
Canada-Wide Science Fair Trip Award, Silver Merit Award, Gowling WLG Innovation Award 鈥� Runner-up and Royal Botanical Gardens Award
Joanna Martin
St. John Catholic Elementary School
Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society (CMOS) Award 鈥� First Place and Bronze Merit Award
Lucas Monter
Corpus Christi Catholic Secondary School
Gowling WLG Innovation Award 鈥� Grand Winner and Bronze Merit Award
Gwyneth Rupchand
Ascension Catholic Elementary School
BASEF Inspiration Student Award and Bronze Merit Award
Congratulations to our amazing student winners!
To see a full list of the 2023 winners, please visit the BASEF website:
