10-year-old me would not have anticipated all the opportunities and skills that come with pursuing engineering. By joining Camp Engies, I can help inspire the next generation of engineers and show these young girls that there is a space for them in this industry. 10-year-old me would have loved Camp Engies!

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I believe it's important to promote engineering because diversity of thought encourages better work. The more diverse we, as engineers, are, the better the creations we make will be!

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My passion for volunteering and mentoring young students stems from a desire to give back and inspire the next generation of engineers who will shape the future. Moreover, by supporting women in STEM and promoting leadership, I want to break down barriers and encourage greater diversity in the field. My ultimate goal is to show young people that engineering is not only a fulfilling career, but one that can be glamorous and rewarding, with endless opportunities for innovation and problem-solving.

When I was growing up, I didn't have a woman in engineering to look up to as a role model so I didn't know it was an option as a career for me until university. I am so passionate about showing young women the endless possibilities engineering can offer and encourage them to think outside the box by increasing their confidence in themselves and their skills.

Engineering was and still is a grey area when it comes to gender diversity, and I hope being part of CampEngies, I can create a long-lasting change to how women, especially young girls, are viewed and illuminated in engineering fields. As a kid, I wish I had more windows of opportunity myself growing up and navigating around the true meaning of what an Engineer is-and what it feels like to wake up one day and choose to see the world differently.

"Camp Engies is important to reach our 30 by 30 initiative from Engineers Canada. It is also important to build an inclusive and equitable fair playing field for our female engineers."

It’s so important for girls to see people in engineering that they can relate to. Camp Engies gives young girls the opportunity to see more examples of women in engineering so they have confidence that they can, and should, be an engineer if they want to be.

"Veronia is pursuing her passions in structural engineering. She spends her time promoting a cause close to her heart: inspiring young girls to embrace the world of engineering. She believes that engineering is a domain where young females’ creativity, intellect, and problem-solving skills can thrive. With infectious enthusiasm and relatable stories, she breaks down stereotypes, encouraging girls to dream big and pursue their passions fearlessly."

Since childhood, I wanted to be an impactful person in human societies, and now I think I am on the right path. As a Ph.D. student in the chemical engineering field, I'm so enthusiastic about what I do and I find the camp engines an excellent opportunity to inform young girls about the exciting parts of being an engineer. I think Camp Engines is an important platform where young girls will be motivated to follow their dreams by seeing successful women and finding their role models.

I am passionate about volunteering for a women in engineering program because I have personally experienced the significant impact such programs can have on an individual. The support and mentorship I received from similar initiatives have played a crucial role in shaping who I am today. I want to give back to the same community that has helped me by inspiring and empowering young women to pursue careers in engineering. I believe that by sharing my experiences and knowledge, I can make a positive impact and contribute to fostering a more diverse and inclusive engineering field for future generations.

Camp Engies combines my love of summer camp and my love of all things engineering. I think it's really important to encourage curiosity in girls and to get them excited about all the different possibilities that are available to them in their futures. I attended summer camps as a kid that fostered a sense of discovery and definitely influenced my path towards engineering, and I want to pay it forward.

I'm passionate about empowering women to pursue careers in engineering, and Camp Engies provides a fantastic platform to do just that. By volunteering with Camp Engies, I have the opportunity to inspire participants to explore the exciting world of engineering. As a volunteer, I'm eager to contribute my skills and knowledge to help facilitate engaging workshops and activities.

I want to do my part to inspire the next generation of women in engineering. This isn't something that was available when I was in grades 5-8, but it is something I know I would have loved to take part in!

I didn't grow up wanting to be an engineer, because as a child, I didn't know what engineering entailed. I work with Camp Engies to be part of an exciting initiative to share engineering knowledge to the young girl that I once was. Alongside the strong, female engineers and mentors that make up the Camp Engies team, I hope to spark interest and creativity in engineering and positively influence our Engies' decisions to come!

If you just give it a chance, Engineering can be exciting, fun and very rewarding. Camp Engies is an amazing way for young girls to discover early on the satisfaction that comes from implementing fundamental principles and the warm feeling that follows

I love working with the youth directly so I enjoying being “on ground”. I have worked in the past as a STEM Instructor for the University of Ottawa’s Engineering Outreach (e.g., Makermobile, Makerspace, and Adventures in Engineering and Science summer camps). I have also been involved with GoENGGirl since 2016. I was recently volunteering with Let’s Talk Science where I went to Waswanipi and worked with indigenous youth in remote northern Quebec.

Camp Engies is an amazing opportunity to expose young girls to engineering and encourage them to follow a career path in STEM. I am proud to be an engineering graduate student and hope that I could share some of my enthusiasm and experience with the next generation of female engineers!

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"When I was a young teenager, I truly never pictured myself as an engineer. It was the people that encouraged me to get involved in the community that caught me at such an important turnpike. These moments were some of the most influential experiences I had, it’s where my passion was born and where I learned the most about the values I wanted to implement for myself, and the space I wanted to make for others."

“Engineering has opened up my life to the most incredible people and experiences. I’m proud to be in this industry where challenging myself and the world around me is part of my day to day. I can’t wait to see our girls bring creativity and their brilliant ideas to make our communities a better place.”

To me, engineering is design. When I was younger, I always knew I wanted to design something. Without any engineers in my family, I didn’t actually learn what engineering was until my first year of University. I hope that through Camp Engies I can help inspire at least one little to think about using their creativity, teamwork and analytical skills in their future career as an engineer!

"Camp Engies is so important to show young girls that engineering IS for them! This is a great opportunity for mentorship and to see a diverse group of women that have all chosen engineering, and are passionate about their work and the difference they are making. Together, let’s make engineering inclusive and equal!"

"Camp Engies is an amazing programs that can help youth learn about Engineering in a fun and memorable way, impact future decision making about career paths and simply help young adults experience the opportunities Engineering and STEM can provide. It is important to get better women representation in these fields, which starts at the youth level to help encourage and educate."

"STEM is such an exciting field with so many opportunities for women and girls to get involved. Camp Engies is a great way to show girls all the fun and interesting aspects of engineering, with supportive and inspiring mentors by their side!"

I want to volunteer at Camp Engies because throughout my experience working on a construction site and as a structural designer I have recognized the enormous potential that women can bring to this industry. I'm passionate about engineering and I would love to contribute to Camp Engies' goal of inspiring young women to join the engineering profession.

I wish I had this opportunity growing up! I remember my anxieties about pursuing engineering and I want to help young girls who might feel like i did back then!

I want to give guidance and show how exciting STEM can be to the next generation. Empowering these girls at a young age is important to me and I want to be a support that I didn't have at that age. The connections, inspirations, and learning that is gained at camp engies is very valuable and I want to be a part of that journey.

I want to be a camp engies volunteer because I’m passionate about STEAM learning, especially for young women. I think it sounds like an awesome opportunity to mentor future engineers and hopefully foster positive STEAM experiences

I want to be a Camp Engies volunteer because I want to be the role model and mentor that I wish I had when I was young and impressionable. Being a dreamer, I have always had crazy ambitions. As such, I believe Camp Engies will be a fruitful way for me to encourage young students to make their own space in the field of STEM as womxn deserve a seat at the table too.

Up until grade 11 I had no idea Engineering was an avenue for a career, not until a favourite teacher and a former female swim teammate encouraged it would be a program I would enjoy since I loved math and physics. Since completing my undergraduate I have been exposed to just how broad engineering is and all the opportunity it holds, I want to share that and expose all the young female minds to this and hopefully help them find something they are passionate about.

Ensuring that girls are equipped with the tools, confidence, and passion for problem solving ensures that we are creating a new generation of thinkers and trailblazers to tackle the world’s most challenging problems. Together we can forge our own table, create spaces to learn, and amplify our voices as women in STEM. Through this, I hope we can see diverse and inclusive teams within STEM fields in the near future!

Camp Engies is the perfect place for any girl to explore engineering concepts, meet new friends, and learn that creativity, communication and teamwork are just as important as math and science.

As the first in my family to pursue a degree in engineering, I am so grateful for all the help and guidance I received throughout my academic and professional journey. By being a part of Camp Engies this summer, I hope to pass it forward and inspire more young females to do the same!

"When I was in highschool I wasn't sure what I wanted to do but my dad encouraged me to pursue engineering, since he had done it himself and understood what kind of promising career it could be. Not everyone has this opportunity if they don't have access to engineering role models, and this is often the case with younger women, especially given the smaller representation of females in engineering. In addition to the lack of available role models, outreach programs often wait until kids are in their later years of highschool to discuss their future, but considering students need to make decisions about their courses in the first half of high school I think it's too late. This is why I love the concept of Camp Engies, because we are able to connect with girls at a younger age in an engaging way to educate them about engineering. I truly think earlier engaging education is the key to increasing the number of women in engineering!"

I didn't think girls like me had any place in engineering. I later realized that everything I do in my day-to-day life is related to engineering in some way. I work with Camp Engies to help girls, that were just like me, experience the fun and versatility of engineering and know that they can be an engineer too.

“Join me, your enthusiastic camp volunteer, for an action-packed STEM adventure that combines my passions as a structural engineer with a love for the great outdoors. We'll dive into the fascinating world of science, building bridges, exploring nature, and discovering the incredible connections between them.”

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"Diversifying the engineering profession has to start early - we need these intelligent, hard working, and curious girls to develop an interest and love for engineering, and we need to keep them engaged as they grow! Camp Engies helps to capture their interest and keep it as they grow into young-adults and (hopefully) enter STEM fields of study and work."

"Engineering is learning how to solve a problem which is a great skill to have wherever you are in life. Whether your interests are in applying math, helping others or advancements in chemistry, problem solving and working on a team are important skills which you will learn through engineering and apply the rest of your life."

I have been involved with Camp Engies for the entirety of high school and want to continue to inspire girls to pursue the field of engineering through the bonding experiences of camp! Camp Engies has also allowed me to make many connections with both the campers and other volunteers.

I want to be a Camp Engies volunteer because I've always been passionate about having more women in engineering. I work in product development and I think it's important to have a diverse range of perspectives when working on devices that will have societal impact. There have been several times I've been the only female engineer in the group and that needs to change. I think a lot of young girls would be interested in pursuing a path in engineering if they knew what the field entails, but they aren't often given an opportunity to experience it. I think this camp is great for exposing them to aspects of design and the important things engineers do while keeping it in a fun setting.

Engaging with young minds can be a fulfilling experience, as it would provide me with the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of these students. The act of teaching and sharing what you have learned so far for me is incredibly rewarding. It promotes personal growth, enhances communication skills, and builds a sense of accomplishment.
Moreover, being a Camp Engies volunteer presents the opportunity to gain new experiences. Volunteers may encounter challenges and situations that require adaptability and creativity. This can contribute to personal development, helping volunteers expand their skill set and broaden their perspective.

I'm eager to inspire young minds and foster a love for STEM by guiding students through hands-on activities and encouraging their curiosity. As a Camp Engies volunteer, I'm committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every child feels empowered to explore their potential in science and engineering.

I love being part of STEM outreach activities - there's something magical about that light that comes on in someone's eyes when they try a new idea and it works, or they discover something new for the first time. I've also had great experiences with camp in my life and I know that camp specifically creates lasting friendships, memories, and skills for kids. I'd love to be a part of making those moments happen for the next generation.

I think it would be a great opportunity to engage in the STEM community and also show representation as women in STEM.

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Diverse teams contribute to innovative solutions and fresh perspectives. Together, we can challenge the 'status quo' and bridge the gender gaps in STEM. There's no doubt engineering is an exciting industry - let's show these girls they've got what it takes to tackle our world's greatest challenges!

In order to be able to create something, one must start by fixing it. This is something I have learnt in my own journey as a woman in STEM and it is also something that engineers live by. Growing up I never once saw female representation in the Engineering field, but as a young adult now, I see why. CampEngies is a sanctuary for the code I live by, where I am given the chance to help fix the image young girls like I face, before they are given a chance to make an engineer out of themselves.

What I think is exciting about engineering is that you can chose to work on projects that will benefit society. I have a passion for water, so I chose to start my career working on project that will treat water before it gets discharged to the environment. I hope I can help other young girls find what they are passionate about!

"Camp Engies shows that anyone can be an engineer! It's a great opportunity to learn more about STEM in a fun environment and make new friends. I hope I can show young girls all the paths engineering has to offer and help them find what they are passionate about."

Engineering more than a discipline or profession is a frame of mind. Engineering has taught me to see the world in a different way, to think more critically, to be analytical and creative when problem solving, among other fundamental skills that I have been able to apply in my professional and personal life. Helping young women realize through Camp Engies that Engineering is an amazing foundation to help them become everything they want to be has been an amazing experience.

For me this is an opportunity to give back. I hope to impart the idea to be curious and try different things; as experience is important and to keep in mind that it is experience even when not fun or as expected.

"I feel so lucky that I had a dad and family friends influence me into engineering, otherwise I never would have thought to pursue it in university or as a career. For this reason, I so badly want to convey to young girls not only that engineering is an option but that it is attractive, powerful and provides endless opportunities to make the world a better place! If you want to help people, save lives and change the world, CHOOSE ENGINEERING!"

It is a very rewarding experience to be part of initiatives that encourage women to discover their passion for engineering. Camp Engies is a great platform for kids to bring out and realize their full potential as future engineers. I like to support and encourage women to achieve their dreams to make a difference in society.

"I never grew up knowing what I wanted to do, in high school I was good at Math and Science so figured I would look into nursing and engineering. After I started working I found my passion for code and data and analytics, something I never knew was an option for study. Being able to mentor and expand on the possibilities for girls in engineering would be amazing because it wasn't an opportunity that I had."

As a member of my organization's Women in Nuclear Group this opportunity aligns with my interests to empower and engage young students to explore and pursue stem education and career paths.

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Camp Engies has been a big part of my engineering journey, and I want to be able to help other girls who are interested in engineering discover their own passions in the field, and help against the stigma that science and engineering are "boy" interests.

Having volunteered since 2020, I found Camp Engies to be a great way to introduce girls to (concepts of) engineering in a fun and interactive manner that I never knew about growing so that when they do get to the point of deciding what they would like to pursue in the future, the girls will know that engineering is something that isn't as daunting as it appears to be.

I want to work with young girls who have an interest in the STEM fields and show them all of the amazing opportunities in engineering. I hope to share with them my experience learning engineering and working as a Civil engineer.

I’ve volunteered during COVID before online, and it gave me a sense of how powerful the spaces and opportunities Camp Engies provides to young girls that I wish I had growing up.