Welcome to the Manitoba Science Website!
The development of increasingly scientifically literate individuals is one of the primary concerns of a 21st century approach to K-12 science education. Within that vision can be included skills such as effectively interpreting technical information, participation in the solution of problems that appeal to new scientific understandings, making informed decisions in relation to issues and trends in a technological society, better adapting to and accommodating rapid change, and welcoming the creation of new knowledge. Science education is a particularly key element in developing these general goals and skill sets for scientific literacy and working toward building a strong future for Canada’s young people.
What's New!
In Motion: A Student Learning Resource 
First released in print form to Manitoba schools in 2003, this student learning resource was developed specifically to address the content of Manitoba curriculum at Grade 10 for Cluster 3 – In Motion. It provides a road safety context to the sometimes abstract and difficult concepts in introductory physics such as kinematics, conservation of energy, momentum and impulse. In addition to engaging students in motion-related ideas such as acceleration and deceleration in a vehicle (e.g., braking distance), it analyses road safety issues such as collisions, effectiveness of restraints such as airbags and what physics can do to assist students in better understanding the behaviour of objects in motion. Other road safety themes addressed include driver reaction time, driving responsibly and changes in road surface characteristics.
This resource was developed in a co-operation between Manitoba Public Insurance and the Manitoba Department of Education, Citizenship and Youth. In Motion: A Student Learning Resource constitutes the primary resource recommended for use in all Manitoba Grade 10 schools for the In Motion curriculum cluster. It will benefit all young Manitobans through delivery of important and age-appropriate messages related to their general scientific literacy and societal responsibilities for road safety.
The companion Teacher Resource Guide, authored by Winnipeg teacher Steven Boyko, is also available.
Grade 12 Chemistry: A Foundation for Implementation (DRAFT)
A complete final draft of all topics for Grade 12 Chemistry have now been posted, including Aqueous Solutions, Atomic Structure, Kinetics, Equilibrium, Acids and Bases and Electrochemistry. These draft portions will provide the initial guidance for the organization of teaching and learning experiences that will be described in detail upon publication of the final form Grade 12 Chemistry: A Foundation for Implementation. The specific learning outcomes addressed in these topics are in final form and will not undergo change. There may occur certain additions or amendments to the instructional strategies and supporting appendices as this document is finalized for release in print.