Applied STEM Beyond Barriers

With the aim to empower & increase the representation of the children and youth population from underserved and low-income communities in the STEM field, Afro-Canadian Development initiated the STEM Project. We have been running this Project with some of the renowned Coding & Robotics service providers since January 2023. Our STEM Project for Children and Youth consists of enriched and interactive weekly sessions on Coding & Robotics for children and youth ages 6 – 13 years.

Over the past three years, the program has grown significantly in both reach and demand and has been supported by several respected corporate and foundation partners, including CIBC Foundation, TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, Honda Canada Foundation, Trottier Family Foundation, Rotary Club of Toronto and its Charitable Foundation, iA Financial Group, TD Bank, and KPMG Foundation.

Building on the program’s success and strong community demand, we are announcing a new cohort for 2026 under a new name: Applied STEM Beyond Barriers, funded by TELUS Friendly Future Foundation. This enhanced program introduces more advanced, applied learning opportunities such as 3D printing, LEGO robotics, laser engraving, pixel art and animation, digital sculpting, microcontrollers, and other emerging technologies – equipping young people with future-ready skills while continuing to remove financial and systemic barriers to access.

All the sessions are free

**Accredited certificates will be provided to all the participating children and youths upon completion of the sessions. **

REGISTRATION FOR FEBRUARY – JUNE 2026 IS CLOSED!

Thank you all for such an amazing event for letting kids get the exposure to important STEM skills. Loved the event. Loved the staff. Overall very human event, rare to experience these days. Thanks once again team! ❤️🙌

Sweta Sanket

My son and his friend had a really nice time doing robotics. The session booked was STEM for beginners which went well with his age. They also gave a kit to work after this session was done. The staff was friendly and thoughtful. Looking forward to seeing more of these sessions in the future.

Gitu Varghese

My kids really enjoyed the robotics session. The session was organized well and kids were eagerly waiting for the next session. They gave kit to work after this session was done. The staff were friendly and thoughtful. Looking forward to seeing more of these sessions in the future. Kudos to Afro Canadian Development & CIBC Foundation for organizing and providing this opportunity.

Manikandan S

Inspiring team which motivate your kids to learn through different variety of STEM activities ! Nice and professional staff! Glory is a great teacher for robotic class!

Angela Lam

My daughter loves these sessions. It helped her to develop an interest in coding and robotics.

Ismayil Mammadov

The program is an awesome initiative to help kids understand the basics of Robotics. These programs definitely bring more interest and enthusiasm among young kids toward STEM careers.

Vishal G

Thank you for the opportunity given to kids. This program has brought positive changes on my kids by encouraging their creativity and knowledge. Highly appreciate Afro Canadian Development & CIBC Foundation for their contribution in child development.

Nirmala V

It’s a very good opportunity for my twin boys to be ready for these classes of Robotics. It’s a Future world, and as early as now, they are being encouraged to learn and have knowledge about this. It’s fun, wonderful experience. Definitely a place where they could stimulate their brain to be more amazed and curious at the same time. Thank you Afro Canadian Development Inc for making this possible for my kids.
Kudos to the program organizer!

Roscel Culanding

What a wonderful organization! Very grateful to the all the people at Afro Canadian Development for all they do to support children and youth. My daughters took part in the Minecraft workshop – it was a fun and educational experience for them. Thank you.