Open House
Thursday November 25,
Starting at 12:30 p.m.
Earthquakes - Cause and Effect
Earthquakes are often in the news, especially when there are victims, but we hear very little about the geological aspects of earthquakes as a natural phenomenon. This will be the topic of Québec Exploration 2010’s Open Day, which will include dynamic educational activities for the general public. Guided tours and theme-based conferences will also be organized specifically for school groups.
On the program:
- open access to the exhibits and a variety of activities;
- guided tours;
- meet and greet opportunities with prospectors and scientists;
- discovering current high-tech ways of prospecting for minerals;
- a meeting with seismologist Maurice Lamontagne.
The general public is welcome, especially students, teachers and guidance counsellors!
“Earthquakes – Causes and Effects” Contest
Every year, the Québec Exploration team organizes a science contest to encourage elementary and secondary school teachers and students to explore and learn more about a specific aspect of geology. This year, they have chosen the topic of “Earthquakes – Causes and Effects”. Students from throughout Québec are invited to submit entries in the form of written texts, presentations or models.
If you have questions, please contact Sylvie Otis, at the Ministère des Ressources naturelles et de la Faune.
E-mail: sylvie.otis@mrnf.gouv.qc.ca
Telephone: 418 627-6269, ext. 5224
Toll-free: 1 800 363-7233
Open House Exhibition
Some exhibitors will be present on Thursday the 25th especially to meet the students and other visitors who will participate to Québec Exploration’s Open House Day.
