Call for Art a Success
May 26th, 2011
In March, the New Science Centre 2011 Project team extended an invitation to artists for proposals for our feature art piece in the Atrium. The Art as Energy – Energy as Art Project was open to all artists who are passionate about exploring the link between art and science in our dynamic and new science [...]
Construction Update: May
May 26th, 2011
With less than 60 days left of construction on the building, work is continuing at an impressive pace. The Open Studio (previously known as Technology, Style and Art) and Being Human (previously known as Human Body) galleries are nearly complete! There’s a lot of flooring work taking place throughout the building, including installation of carpet and [...]
1st Annual Stantec Consulting/Custom Electric Friends of the Science Centre Golf Tournament
May 26th, 2011
We invite you to join us for the 1st Annual Stantec Consulting/Custom Electric Friends of the Science Centre Golf Tournament, in support of the New Science Centre 2011 Project. When: Monday, June 6, 2011 Where: Carnmoney Golf Club 44001 Dunbow Road East DeWinton, Alberta. T0L 0X0 Shotgun Start: 1:00pm Foursome Registration: $1,000 Dinner and Silent [...]
Capital Campaign Update: May
May 26th, 2011
$160 million is required to design, build and open our new facility. Thanks to the tremendous generosity of our major supporters, sponsors, Calgary and its surrounding communities over $151 million has now been raised, including in excess of $30 million from over 125 corporate and individual donors. Together, we are building a legacy for this [...]
Membership Program Launches!
May 26th, 2011
New Science Centre Memberships are available now! http://www.calgaryscience.ca/members Call our dedicated Members hotline to purchase: 403.268.8307
Campaign Cabinet Profile: Rod Sousa
April 21st, 2011
Campaign Cabinet member Rod Sousa, Managing Director and Head, TD Energy Advisors, Global Energy & Power Group, TD Securities Inc, explains why he has chosen to participate in the development of the New Science Centre: “I was looking for a way to make a meaningful impact in Calgary, and while there is no shortage of [...]
Campaign Cabinet Profile: Art Froelich
April 21st, 2011
Campaign Cabinet member Art Froelich, Strategic Advisor to AdFarm, offers insight into his decision to be involved with the Capital Campaign for the New Science Centre 2011 Project. “Raising a young family in Calgary after our move from Saskatchewan in 1988, TELUS World of Science was an important destination for us. Coming from the world [...]
Donor Profile: Enbridge
April 21st, 2011
Recently, TELUS World of Science – Calgary and Enbridge Inc. announced a transformational community partnership in the Enbridge Volunteers in Partnership Program that will launch with the opening of the New Science Centre. The announcement was made during National Volunteer Week. “TELUS World of Science , as a not for profit organization, has always had [...]
Capital Campaign Update: April
April 21st, 2011
Thank you to everyone involved in the New Science Centre 2011 Project! We are now at 94% of our goal and closing in fast on reaching our target of $160 million. With the opening in the Fall of this year, the New Science Centre capital campaign is shifting its focus to include the engagement of [...]
Construction Update: April
April 21st, 2011
The New Science Centre 2011 Project remains on schedule and on budget. With less than 100 days until the completion of active construction (before exhibit installations and moving can begin), our crew from CANA and the many sub-trades are working hard. Some recent highlights include: Scaffolding in the Atrium has very recently been removed, showcasing [...]