After stellar performances earlier this year at the Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair, five local students participated in the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) held this week in Edmonton, Alberta.
The week-long event provided an immersive experience for the students, as they participated in a whirlwind schedule that included intensive project judging, specialized laboratory workshops, and tours of Edmonton’s local cultural and historical landmarks.
For the Quinte finalists, the CWSF journey represented the culmination of months, and in some cases years, of dedicated research and experimentation.
Their projects, which spanned disciplines from Environment and Climate Change to Health and Wellness to Digital Technology, were tested by panels of esteemed judges, academics, and industry experts.
Among the accolades brought home by the Quinte delegation were:
Surya Narayan Santhakumar: Won specialty award – The Engineering Innovation Award
Alicia Zhang: Won a bronze medal in the Junior Division 2025-26 Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair Expo-sciences régionale de Quinte
Charlotte Guan: Won a bronze medal in the Junior Division
Eli Poyner: Won a bronze medal in the Intermediate division and a Shad Scholarship Award
“We are immensely proud of all the time, effort, and intellectual problem-solving these amazing students have poured into their work,” said Scott Berry, one of the delegates with Team Quinte. “Watching them present their findings alongside the best young scientists in Canada is truly remarkable. They have represented our region with expertise, intelligence, and genuine curiosity.”
For the Quinte finalists, the experience was about more than just medals and certificates. The week allowed them to expand their personal networks, exchange ideas with peers from different provinces, and engage directly with the scientific community in Edmonton.
