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The judging team will contact you to confirm your participation at the fair and will provide you more information about the judging process.

Why Judge at a Science Fair?

Each year, the Greater Vancouver Regional Science Fair (GVRSF) welcomes returning and new judges who will evaluate the projects of hundreds of students on a variety of criteria such as scientific thought, originality and creativity, and communication. Judging is one of the most critical moments of the fair, when the students have the chance to discuss, communicate and share their ideas with scientists and engineers who will perhaps become future colleagues and mentors.

Judging at the GVRSF is an enjoyable and constructive experience:

  • Learn about the remarkable work and enthusiasm of some of our region’s brightest young scientists.
  • Give back to the scientific community by providing constructive feedback to the scientists and engineers of tomorrow.
  • Connect with peers, scientists and engineers in other fields who are similarly passionate about STEAM education.
  • Further your understanding of how today’s students view the world.

For most students, the GVRSF is the final stage in the science fair process. Students originally participating in classroom and school fairs proceed to the level of district fairs followed by regional fairs like the GVRSF. As a judge, you will play a role in deciding which of the projects will be sent to the national level. In 2026, the Canada-Wide Science Fair will take place in-person in Edmonton, Alberta from May 23 – 30.

Eligibility

  • A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent expertise) in science, engineering or a related discipline is required.
  • We welcome all award sponsors and their representatives to participate in the adjudication process.

Time Commitment

Judging takes place on the Thursday of the fair in two 3-hr rounds, separated by a one hour dinner break. Judges are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to the round they are judging to attend a round-specific judges’ orientation. Between orientation, judging, and scoring, each round of judging is about a 4 hour time commitment.

What to Expect

Judges will arrive at the fair venue and proceed immediately to the judges’ room for orientation. Orientation covers a brief background of the fair itself, an overview of judging criteria, and general tips. Judging takes place in the exhibit hall, in which judges will individually visit projects and talk to the students about their work. Judges will be guided on how to submit their evaluations. Please see Judging Process (link to https://gvrsf.ca/judges-volunteers/judging-process/ ) for more information.