Stepped into the energy industry with immersive virtual reality career experiences. #ESfS2026
Explored the #diverse work environments and worksights in the #energy sector - experience the industry in a whole new way!
Careers in Energy, a division of Energy Safety Canada
Energy Safety Canada
Used augmented reality and fossil casting to see how landscapes evolve and Earth Science shapes society. #ESfS2026 #sustainability #environment
science.ucalgary.ca/earth
UCalgary Faculty of Science
REAL geophysical tools like geophones, seismometers, and ground-penetrating radar in action! #ESfS2026
Try running the radar cart to see what the room looks like below the floor. 👀
CREWES.org
University of Calgary
UCalgary Faculty of Science
Department of Earth, Energy, and Environment
This booth offered real and replica fossils while exploring incredible geological and prehistoric species!
Discover how soil and sustainability with help feed the world in 2050! #ESfS2026
Journey2050.com
Journey 2050
Ed Leith Cretaceous Menagerie Museum
University of Manitoba
Examined rock and mineral samples while learning how Geoscientist study Canada’s geology. Built circuits with Play-Doh and design wind turbines to learned how energy becomes electricity!
#ESfS2026
SwitchClassroom.org
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) - #Calgary
Saw REAL seismic equipment and learn how Geophysicists explore deep underground for energy resources! #ESfS2026
Canadian Association of Geophysical Contractors
Discovered Alberta’s underground with interactive 3D geological ideas and virtual demonstrations! #ESfS2026
Alberta Geological Survey of the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)
Explored minerals, mining, and the materials that power everyday products! We also got to see Canada’s role in nuclear science, uranium production, and the future of nuclear energy. #ESfS2026
Canadian Nuclear Society - Western Branch
Mining Matters
We want to thank our our amazing Volunteers and Committee members as #ESfS2026 comes to an end.
Without your help ESfS would not be possible. Your time, energy, and dedication truly make all the difference!
ESfS is always looking to add to the team.
Join now! 💙💚
esfscanada.com/volunteers/
Always a popular booth! ESfS’ very own #Trilobite Fossil Station. Get up close with trilobites and learn how to identify these iconic ancient marine fossils. #Palaeontology #ESfS2026
Thank you to our #fossil station sponsor - Tourmaline Oil Corp!
Follow the petroleum exploration journey — from geology to drilling and bringing energy to market. Hands-on fossils and maps here!
Did you know? They are located in the heart of Canmore. #ESfS2026
Canadian Rockies Earth Science Resource Centre - CRESRC.ca
Rick Green
Seismogram, slinky, cutaway geophones… oh my! We also had hands-on with rocks, cores, fossils and all kinds of geologic materials Geoscientists study every day!
#ESfS2026
#CEGA - Canadian Energy Geoscience Association Foundation
Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists - #CSEG
Generated electricity using wind, solar, and other hands-on technologies and kits made to emulate energy sources Alberta has. Then dove into the deep ocean with real data, marine life discoveries, and underwater sounds! #ESfS2026
Ten Peaks Innovation Alliance
@oceannetworks.ca
Learned about astronomy, meteorites, and the impact of light pollution on our night skies.
Hope you got to look through the telescopes on display! #ESfS2026
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada - Calgary
Learned how rocks, minerals, and crystals are collected, identified and transformed through lapidary art! #ESfS2026
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club
crlc.ca
Experimented with gravity and orbital motion through hands-on space science demonstrations. #ESfS2026
@rothneyobservatory.bsky.social
@ucalgaryscience.bsky.social
Experienced how geology and geophysics help to responsibly discover and produce energy resources. #ESfS2026
Canadian Natural Resources Limited #CNRL
Had our luck panning gold like a Yukon prospector! #ESfS2026 #goldpanning
YukonDan.com
(Dan is a world champion gold panner)
If you missed the Alberta Palaeontological Society booth on Sunday, have no fear! Check them out at albertapaleo.org to learn more about the wonders of palaeontology and preservation and understanding of Alberta’s heritage. #fossils #ESfS2026
@abpalaeosociety.bsky.social
The Geoscience Activity Tables was really popular! Sponsored by Paramount Resources. There was no shortage of fun to be had! #ESfS2026
So many activities to choose from!
You could play with oobleck with #WISE women!
Or you could check out the cool interactive fault model at the #CSEG
#ESfS2026 #exhibits
Speaker Series - TODAY ONLY!
We have Dr. Emily L. Bamforth and Dr. Jon Noad speak about the #Dinosaurs of Western Canada and the remarkable story these fossils tell us - with examples from around #Calgary! #ESfS2026
If you cannot make it today, feel free to check out our live stream on Facebook!
Photo of three boys at ESfS 2025 exhibition looking at rock samples with Scavenger Hunt booklets in hand. Exhibitor is observing.
#ESfS2026 Exhibitor and Sponsorship opportunities OPEN!
Exhibit or sponsor the 13th Earth Science for Society exhibition taking place March 15-17, 2026 at @ucalgary.bsky.social!
Information: esfscanada.com
#Geoscience #EarthScience #Geology #Geophysics #ExploreGeoscience #STEM #Exhibitor #Sponsor
Photo of organizing committee volunteers in One Dynamic Earth pavilion at ESfS 2025 exhibition: Hunter Brett, Renu Sahota, Julia Davison, Pam Pribilovic, Laurie McGhie Are you a passionate and enthusiastic geoscience volunteer and would like to increase your involvement in a fun and rewarding initiative? The ESfS team has started planning for a successful event in 2026 and we are looking for committee volunteers to deliver the program. Next year’s Earth Science for Society (ESfS) Exhibition will take place March 15-17, 2026, in Calgary. Each committee has different volunteer needs over the March exhibition time and throughout the year. The general expectation is that a volunteer will provide about 1 hour per week, attend the March exhibition and stay until at least April 2026 for the post-event review. There are opportunities to take on Vice-Chair roles, or as general committee members. We meet via Zoom on the 4th Tuesday of every month 12 noon – 1 pm MT. The greatest need is with Marketing. There are also positions open on the committees for: Volunteers, Venue & Logistics, Exhibits, Budget & Finance, ESfS in Motion, and Program Delivery.
Call for ESfS 2026 Organizing Committee volunteers
Are you reliable & enthusiastic and want to increase your involvement in a fun and rewarding geoscience outreach initiative?
Visit esfscanada.com/our-team/ for more information.
#ESfS2026 #EarthScience #Geology #Geophysics #Geoscience #Volunteer
Photo of ESfS booth at Rock N Gem show. Table with trilobite fossils, sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks, and iPad with seismograph app. Volunteers Annette, Enisha, Lorraine standing behind the table. 3 pop-up banners in the background - 1 x general Earth science exhibition, 2 x trilobite fossil station informational banner.
ESfS in Motion had the pleasure of chatting with over 600 visitors to the Spruce Meadows Rock N Gem Show Aug 14-17 about Earth sciences. Visitors explored the world of trilobite fossils, sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks, and seismic waves. #ESfS2026 #EarthScience #Geology #Geophysics
Partial ESfS poster with location (MacEwan Hall at University of Calgary), schedule (March 15 from 12 noon to 5 pm, March 16 from 9 am to 2:15 pm and 6 to 9 pm, March 17 9 am to 2:15 pm), description (A Geoscience Outreach Exhibition – family friendly, hands-on exhibits, open to the public, free admission), highlights (Explore rocks and minerals, make an earthquake, idenfiy trilobite fossils, watch geoscience talks on Sunday), photo of kids at a virtual sandbox, esfscanada.com and social media tags, hosted by CSEG Foundation
Join us for the 13th Earth Science for Society (ESfS) exhibition March 15-17, 2026 at MacEwan Hall at the University of Calgary.
Explore the wonders of Earth science with interactive, hands-on activities. Family-friendly. Free admission.
#ESfS2026 #EarthScience #Geology #Geophysics #YYCEvents
