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Sudbury students put their robots to the test at Science North

February 10, 2026

Valley View Public School students Reid Polson, left, Colin Tibble and Carter Fennell garnered first place in the Robot Builder Showdown at Science North.

Science North was buzzing on February 9, 2026 with creativity, problem-solving, and robotics as students from across Greater Sudbury competed in the first ever Robot Builder Showdown, a hands-on robotics competition focused on coding, engineering, and teamwork.

The event brought together grade four to six students from the Sudbury Catholic District School Board (SCDSB) and the Rainbow District School Board (RDSB) for a full day of collaborative competition.

A total of 20 teams, each made up of three students, were tasked with a fast-paced build challenge using LEGO Spike Essential kits. Teams designed, built, and programed robots to complete mining-inspired coding challenges.

Science North takes STEM to the next level by presenting high energy educational activities that are relevant and rewarding. When students engage in experiential learning, they grow skills for the 21st century – critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration. – Bruce Bourget, Director of Education, Rainbow District School Board.

It has been a privilege to host an event like the Robot Builder Showdown. By bringing school boards together and connecting students with meaningful STEM experiences, we’re building inspiration, confidence, and opportunity for the next generation of innovators in Northern Ontario. – Ashley Larose MSc, CEO of Science North.

 

About Science North

 

Science North brings science to life by connecting people through stories, curiosity, and shared exploration. As Northern Ontario’s premier science destination, it offers immersive, hands-on experiences at two dynamic science centres in Greater Sudbury: Science North and Dynamic Earth. At Science North, visitors explore world-class exhibits, an IMAX® theatre, a digital Planetarium, a butterfly gallery, and four floors of interactive STEM experiences. Dynamic Earth, home to the iconic Big Nickel, features earth sciences exhibits, a lapidary lab, and an underground mining tour. Beyond its walls, Science North sparks curiosity across Northern Ontario with dedicated satellite offices in Thunder Bay and Sault Ste. Marie. Through these hub locations Science North provides innovative outreach programs, long-term exhibitions, school visits, festivals, and summer camps across the North. Science North also creates and tours award-winning exhibitions and immersive experiences worldwide. In partnership with Laurentian University, it also delivers North America’s only comprehensive Science Communication graduate program. Science North is an agency of the Government of Ontario. For more information, visit sciencenorth.ca.

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Media Contact:
Joshua Samudre
Marketing Specialist
Science North
807-356-0492
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