Our Journey Continues 2011 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
our vision:
to inspire voyages of life-long discovery our mission:
mission outcomes:
our guiding principles:
To create a positive science and technology culture in our region that inspires and motivates people to learn about, and contribute to, science and technology advances that strengthen themselves, their families, and their community.
The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation delivers programs and services which reflect the diverse and evolving interests of our community. Particular emphasis is given to making a positive difference in the lives of children, students, families, teachers, employers and their employees. The Foundation strives for results which strengthen our community now and position it for future success. The major community outcomes we wish to contribute to are:
All of our services and activities are based on our belief in people’s capacity to learn, inspire one another, and contribute to society. The following four essential commitments guide the Foundation in its development of services and programs.
• Increasing science and technology literacy (awareness) throughout our community.
• We commit to deliver objective, high quality, hands-on, interactive programs relevant to people’s various learning styles and needs.
In delivery of this mission, our priorities are: • To make opportunities to learn about science and technology accessible to everyone. • To inspire people to embrace science and technology as a vital component of their education and personal development. • To be a catalyst for partnerships and alliances that promote science and technology in our community. • To position the Edmonton Space & Science Foundation and TELUS World of Science – Edmonton as the primary external science and technology resource to the formal education systems.
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• Increasing support for science and technology education. • Increasing students’ academic performance in the science curriculum. • Increasing the number of individuals who pursue post-secondary education in science and technology related disciplines.
• We commit to lead the development of learning opportunities and synergistic partnerships which inspire and challenge people to recognize the importance of science and technology in their personal and professional lives.
• We commit to providing science and technology exhibits and programs which effectively involve parents in the education of their children. • We commit to presenting balanced and diverse opinions on science and technology issues.
2011 marked plenty of “firsts” at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton But rather than a year of new beginnings, 2011 saw the fruits of our many years of hard work begin to ripen and flourish. The careful nurturing of programs, plans and culture over the past decade resulted in a year marked by growth, change and innovation on many fronts. 2011 was truly a tremendous step in our journey into a world-class science centre in a world-class city.
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executive report Evolving. By definition, to be evolving is to be undergoing gradual development into a more complex or better form. It’s also a word that describes our growth and development at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton. More than a decade ago, we made the conscious decision to take the next steps in our journey into a world-class facility deserving of our constituents and representative of the direction both Edmonton and Alberta are taking in the world: a place acknowledged as a leader in so many ways. Hence we’ve been laying the groundwork and over time developed our Vision 20/20 Master Plan, a bold and exciting vision for our future. To accomplish our goals, we needed to ensure many elements were in place: the sustained and committed leadership to drive the plan forward; the team, talent and culture capable of executing the plan and the support of government and the community to finance and nurture the plan along the way. We needed to foster the idea that in order to change the world we live in, and to drive future sustained economic prosperity, it is necessary to shift our collective singular focus away from our reliance on oil and agriculture to sustain us indefinitely in this province. We need to embrace the idea that solutions to problems we face in the world will be found in a knowledgebased economy.
our vision:
to inspire voyages of life-long discovery
To find these solutions we must support children and encourage the bright minds of our future leadership who will lead us to immense innovation. Today’s children will ultimately create solutions to dilemmas we face today, once the spark of creative thinking and inspiration is ignited and nurtured. We are proud to report that this year, our dedication to this direction, to foster creative thinking and develop future leadership at a worldclass facility, began to bear fruit. We were delighted to open our world-class early childhood development gallery, Discoveryland, to rave reviews from both children and their parents. An interactive and stimulating space, Discoveryland links creative thinking in both the arts and in science for our youngest visitors, processes which are closely aligned and vital to quality of life.
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We know that opening Discoveryland is proof of these concepts: that we can play a significant role in how effectively our children learn and that we can supplement their formal education to help them learn about science as a tool we use in our everyday lives because it is so exciting. Because it is brand new, we can’t yet quantify our success with Discoveryland, but one need only watch the reaction and motivation of both the children and their parents and see the overwhelming support the gallery has received to know we are on the right track.
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This year we took a significant step in our continuing journey by initiating construction of our new 16,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art modular and flexible feature gallery designed to house world-class travelling exhibits. With strong support from the City of Edmonton, the Province of Alberta and the Government of Canada, this new space will allow us an unprecedented opportunity to attract major must-see exhibitions to Edmonton, positioning us on the international radar like never before, while creating exceptional and unique tourism draws throughout Alberta and Western Canada.
2011 was truly a tremendous step in our journey into a worldclass science centre in a world-class city.
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This new exhibition space will launch in October 2012 with the opening of STAR WARSTM Identities: The Exhibition. A special look at character development through archival items from the vast Lucasfilm collection, we were selected over Mexico City as one of only two North American stops, surely another sign that our star shines brighter now on the world stage. When we announced this exhibit, we received unprecedented interest from international media, including The Washington Post, The New York Times and media coverage in New Zealand, Australia and the Netherlands, which has already generated world-wide ticket sales. As we grow and evolve, it is rewarding to see our years of hard work now paying off in worldwide recognition. As we look ahead, we are excited and energized by our next steps.
We also see the benefits of our long-term efforts bearing fruit in our unique partnership with the University of Alberta. We are working together to create a public portal for the ground-breaking Arctic research the University is conducting; to share real science with people in extraordinary new ways to encourage greater knowledge and dialogue about issues facing the circumpolar north, including climate change, resource development and distinctive cultural challenges. This project and more than a dozen other collaborations with the University are coming as the result of many years of discussion and planning, preparing to create a world-class facility in all its forms. We are now beginning to see the rewards of going the extra mile in all these projects and it is gratifying indeed. Not only have we witnessed growth in our partnerships and corporate relationships, but also in our people. We have an exceptional Board of Directors which delivers a true governance role, with a big business focus on strategic direction support. Our Board does the right things to keep us well positioned to execute our plan, and we are grateful for the guidance. The strength of our internal team continues to grow as many long-time employees have made significant contributions to the organization we are becoming and the respect we have gained. We now receive international applications for job postings, yet another indication of our ongoing journey into a world-class centre capable of attracting the best and brightest. Our cultural shift has taken root and we are pleased to see the resulting progress in our in-school programs, our corporate sector support and in our internal capacity.
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We are re-establishing this organization as a vital feature in the community. Part of our role is to be a neutral broker of information: not to push an agenda, but to gather and share information from informed and trusted sources. ~ Kerry Day, Chair, Edmonton Space & Science Foundation
As we look ahead, we are excited and energized by our next steps: the completion of the new feature gallery and the opportunity to host a world-class exhibition; expanded early childhood development programming; the beginnings of the Canadian Circumpolar Science Centre and our ongoing work toward our five-year goal of completing the next phase of our expansion, a 130,000 sq.ft. facility that will alter the very nature of how we connect science to the public. It’s a thrilling time in our journey and with the continued and enhanced support of all levels of government, our corporate sponsors and the community, we feel confident our vision will take another significant step closer to completion in 2012. As we continue to push forward with Vision 20/20, a significant growth phase in our history, our progress is very rapid now. Like a snowball rolling downhill, we are bigger but also gaining momentum. We are setting a new tone in this province and we continue to work toward our strategic goal of becoming the primary centre which offers a comfortable environment for honest and open discussion and creative thinking about global issues that challenge us. We want to engage the public in asking questions and challenging beliefs of the norm. And most importantly, we want to keep the focus on science and technology, the most crucial elements in the future success of this province.
George Smith
Kerry Day
Our journey continues.
George Smith
Kerry Day
President & Chief Executive Officer Chair Edmonton Space & Science Foundation/ Edmonton Space & Science Foundation TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
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our journey continues:
a year in review 2011 quick facts
303 169,716
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Active Volunteers (+ 8 % from 2010)
Students Participating in School Programs (+ 2% from 2010)
Communities Served in Alberta through Outreach Programs (+ 6% from 2010)
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Part-time Employees (Full-time Equivalency) (+ 3% from 2010)
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Full-time Employees (+ 7% from 2010)
469,596
Annual Attendance (+ 15% from 2010)
17,776
Volunteer Hours Contributed (+ 0.2% from 2010)
We achieved another record-setting attendance in 2011, with the second highest annual General Admission attendance in our history of 182,668 (after BODY WORLDS in 2008). We also recorded our second highest General Admission attendance during a feature exhibition of 94,405 during Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition (after BODY WORLDS in 2008).
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Annual Members (4,613 Household Memberships) (+ 39% from 2010)
We are continually evolving to keep at the forefront of what’s happening in science and technology and now we truly are world class. There were lots of options for the STAR WARSTM Identities exhibit, but they are coming to Edmonton, and that says a lot. ~ J.D. Hole, Corporate Director, AEON Inc.
TELUS World of Science – Edmonton Secures STAR WARSTM Identities: The Exhibition After an extensive selection process, and our determined efforts to achieve what many thought impossible, TELUS World of Science was selected over Mexico City to be one of only two North American cities to host this exhibition before it moves on to Europe and Asia. This announcement generated world-wide attention, including media coverage in Australia, New Zealand and the Netherlands, and ticket sales from around the world. STAR WARSTM Identities opens October 27, 2012. Grand Opening of Discoveryland The new early childhood development gallery for the under 8 set opened to great fanfare, with double-parked strollers and eager parents. This new gallery helps launch our youngest visitors on their journeys of lifelong learning through the wonders of science through play. The focus is on bringing the arts, science and humanities together to stimulate creativity and explore how children learn and interact with the world around them.
© 2012 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.
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Another First: Three International Travelling Exhibitions this Year c The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition Based on C.S. Lewis’ beloved fiction series and the Disney blockbuster films, this educational and entertainment exhibition drew visitors into a three-dimensional world combining the wonders of science with aspects of fantasy.
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Year in, year out, TELUS World of Science – Edmonton does a stellar job of bringing major-league exhibits to Alberta’s capital city. It is undeniably punching well above its weight in educating Edmontonians, attracting visitors to our region and enhancing our city’s reputation as a host. Edmonton Tourism is honoured to be a partner. ~ Jenifer Christenson – Executive Director, External Relations Edmonton Economic Development Corporation
c Sesame Street Presents: The Body Exploring the body and learning to keep it healthy was the focus of this interactive exhibition. The lovable Sesame Street Muppets anchored an exciting collection of hands-on multimedia experiences. c Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition Showcasing 200 real artifacts from the wreck site 3,800 metres below the north Atlantic surface, this exhibition recreated life on the world’s largest ship, 99 years after its tragic maiden voyage. The Titanic claimed more than 1,500 lives after colliding with an iceberg on April 14, 1912. Brightest Minds Program: Dr. Rolf Landua Discusses Antimatter The scientific inspiration behind a Hollywood blockbuster visited TELUS World of Science in 2011 as part of our Brightest Minds speaker series. Speaking to more than 500 students and public guests, Dr. Rolf Landua shared witty and entertaining insights from the groundbreaking ATHENA experiment on antimatter, which inspired the best-selling novel and movie of the same name, Angels & Demons.
My students really benefit from the hands-on exhibits. ~ Peter Dang, Science Teacher Aurora Charter School
Dr. Landua is the Head of Education and Public Outreach at CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research laboratory which studies particle physics. A distinguished physicist, Dr. Landua was the adviser to film director Ron Howard when Angels & Demons was shot on location at CERN. The book and film challenged the common preconceptions about the possibility of an ‘antimatter’ bomb capable of decimating the world.
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IMAX®: Screening Three New Adventure Films and the Return of a Classic c The Ultimate Wave Tahiti Starring ten-time world surfing champion Kelly Slater, this film followed his quest to find the perfect wave. c Born to be Wild The story of young orphaned elephants and orangutans and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them. c Rescue Immersing the audience in the massive military and civilian response efforts to one of the largest humanitarian disasters of the century following the 2010 earthquake in Haiti.
Thank you TELUS World of Science. I had the best time of my life! ~ Grade 4 Student
c Titanica in IMAX was brought back to complement Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition and to mark the 100th Anniversary of the sinking of the ship on April 15, 2012. Developing Critical Thinking at LogiCON 2011 In partnership with The Greater Edmonton Skeptic Society, we highlighted science, logic and critical thinking in a day-long celebration which included discussion panels, workshops and kidfriendly hands-on activities designed to foster critical thinking skills. RoboThespianTM Engages Visitors in The Body Fantastic Visitors interact and control the highly expressive life‑sized humanoid, RoboThespianTM, through a touch screen kiosk. Unveiled on July 1, it’s the first of its kind in Canada and only the third in North America.
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Connecting Earth and Space In February, Canadian Space Agency Astronaut Col. Chris Hadfield chatted with visitors online from Houston via Skype, answering questions and sharing the lighter side of his experiences in space. In July, through a program operated by Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS), Science Summer Camp students spoke directly with NASA astronaut Mike Fossom via amateur satellite radio from his location on board the International Space Station.
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Showcasing the International Year of Chemistry In conjunction with the Chemical Institute of Canada Edmonton members, we hosted numerous events to highlight this year-long celebration, including a guest lecture by Discovery Channel’s Dr. Joe Schwarz, Science Rendezvous showcasing Alberta Forestry Week and a health status through hair analysis presentation with Dr. Pierre Beaumier. Focusing on Kids… and Adults Complementing the Sesame Street Presents: The Body exhibition, we presented the full-dome film One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure in the Margaret Zeidler Star Theatre, transporting viewers from Sesame Street to the Moon with Big Bird, Elmo and a new friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu. For adults, our first-ever adult-only night, Yuri’s Night, commemorated the 50th anniversary of the first human space flight by Russian Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin on April 12, 1961 and the 30th anniversary of the first USA Space Shuttle flight.
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Connecting through the Media We conducted numerous media interviews throughout the year, highlighting new exhibitions and programs, discussing the Canadarm, the ARISS astronaut contact, satellite re-entries and other astronomical and scientific events. We also worked with CTV 2 to record educational spots and science content for short science vignettes.
At TELUS World of Science, these experiences will surely inspire our students to be the thinkers of tomorrow.
Events and More‌ c University of Alberta’s engineering students showcased their engineering work at TELUS World of Science through their technical displays.
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c In conjunction with the University of Alberta Environmental Research and Studies Centre, the Toxic Bodies presentations discussed environmental issues and our health.
~ Joanne Friedt, Teacher St. Bernadette School
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c Science Director Frank Florian and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada created a program showcasing the astronomical work of David Thompson to commemorate the 200th anniversary of his work mapping western Canada and the Rocky Mountains. c Dr. Ron Oremland gave a public lecture on Arsenic and the Meaning of Life in conjunction with the University of Alberta’s Institute for Space, Science, Exploration and Technology. c We partnered with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra to facilitate science demonstrations to sound during the ESO’s children’s concert series. c 169 members attended a members-only special lecture by Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden, entitled Charting our Future, on molecular life sciences, antibiotics research and the oil sands. It was presented in partnership with the University of Lethbridge. c We continued our tradition of special holiday weekend programs, including the first citizen science program (Tomatosphere Project) on Father’s Day. Dr. Agar and the Halloween Science Show achieved its highest attendance ever for this annual show. c Vice President of Programs Michael Pinkoski worked with the University of Alberta and the Sanofi-Aventis BioTalent Challenge 2011 competition and awards on campus. c The popular APEGA Rock & Fossil Clinic invited visitors to bring in their rocks to have them identified by an expert. c Girl Guides, Boy Scouts and other special interest groups continued to enjoy sleepovers at TELUS World of Science throughout the year. More than 1,500 children enjoyed a night to remember. c We continued to work with the City of Edmonton’s transportation department and the Lighting Efficient Communities Coalition to establish the Energy Efficient Lighting Policy for City Council. c Our float in the indoor Jingle-On Santa Claus parade was awarded the Best Float honour. c We drew out over 200 people in the early morning hours of December 10 to witness the total lunar eclipse through the telescopes in our Observatory. c The enthusiastic team from TELUS World of Science was once again crowned Spirit Champions for the ninth year running at the 2011 Corporate Challenge Edmonton.
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TELUS World of Science – Edmonton plays a really important role by providing a forum to bring forward key technological challenges and help engage active young minds in scientific discussion. ~ Dr. Eric Newell, Chancellor Emeritus University of Alberta
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It’s so important for children to get out of their normal environments and get that active participation and inspiration that TELUS World of Science provides so well. If, after a visit, kids are awed by the possibilities, and it causes them to think twice, then there is a great benefit to both them and to society. ~ Jennifer Gelinas, Former High School Volunteer TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
Education Programs Grow and Change Year in and year out, our education programs run at capacity, welcoming 170,000 K-12 students and teachers to our facility, both during the school year and over holiday breaks. In 2011, our education programs continued to evolve, with several new programs and enhancements. Real People, Real Science This program is designed to enhance learning opportunities for students in conjunction with other programs we already offer. We presented a dozen Real People, Real Science opportunities in 2011, highlighted by the following: c 463 grade 6 and 9 students participated in the Skype call with Canadian Space Agency Astronaut Col. Chris Hadfield, live from Houston. Each class had the opportunity to appoint a spokesperson to ask a question of Col. Hadfield. c 1,375 students in grades 3 through 12 participated in Math Fest, with over 20 booths of interactive math activities designed for entertainment and skill development.
New Programs for Elementary Students We offered four new programs for our younger students this year, including Dino-Myte, Seasonal Tracks, Scales & Tails and Splish Splash.
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c Grade 8, 10 and Biology 20 teachers showed 418 students Project: Spare Part Human, a presentation by the Institute of Reconstructive Sciences in Medicine (iRSM), an Edmonton group of world-class scientists and doctors who work with the latest technology to virtually plan surgery and reconstruct the human body, particularly facial features.
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Little Scientists Get School Ready Offered in conjunction with the Edmonton Catholic School Board, pre-school age children who need support to get school-ready and their parents attended a 90-minute program weekly for four weeks. Joining the families were speech and occupational therapists who helped parents engage with children in a productive manner. Teacher’s Sneak-a-Peek Expanded While teachers are often invited to preview new galleries and films, teachers were invited for the first time this year to preview a major exhibition (Titantic: The Artifact Exhibition) before it opened to see what they could expect to experience with their students. Enhanced Programs and Ongoing Initiatives Enhanced Programs: c New Science Camps Dino Diggers, Brainiacs, Curious Girl, Debunk It! and Sci-Phy; new Science Demonstrations Use the Force! and The Sounds of Science; School Programs Bubble Bubble, Minerals Rock!, Green Scene, Cauldron Brew, Electricity Rules, Exploration Generation and Robotics Lab. Ongoing Initiatives: c Weather Watch with CTV’s Chief Meteorologiest Josh Classen, Homeschool Days, Science Club, Science School, Success by Six, Teachers’ Convention sessions and exhibits, Lions Club program and grade 6 review.
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a success story One Woman’s Journey from TELUS World of Science – Edmonton to NASA and beyond Growing up in the small town of Whitecourt, Alberta, Jennifer Gelinas read everything she could get her hands on. The subject didn’t really matter, but she was partial to space and science. Then in grade 3 she found life-long inspiration during a visit to TELUS World of Science when she spent a few moments chatting with Roberta Bondar, Canada’s first female astronaut in space. “She was so down to earth and so accessible,” Jennifer remembers. “She told me it is so important for kids to be interested in science and space, regardless of their background. It was really one of the major inspirations of my life.” And that’s saying a lot: Jennifer went on to graduate high school and enroll at University of Alberta at age 15. After winning a scholarship to participate in a six-week research program at Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, Jennifer was torn between pursuing her twin passions of space and science. Today, she has completed her PhD in neuroscience and is completing her fourth year of a pediatric neurology residency at the BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver. Jennifer’s love of space and astronomy was further fueled at TELUS World of Science as a high school volunteer and later as a staff person. She started out as a Gallery Interpreter and was later trained as a Flight Director on the flight mission simulator to the moon. “That really ignited my passion,” she said. “It just really brought it all back to me that it’s so important to have that knowledge in your life: to understand health and the environment and technology. We need that understanding to function.” “It’s so important for children to get out of their normal environments and get that active participation and inspiration that TELUS World of Science provides so well. If, after a visit, kids are awed by the possibilities, and it causes them to think twice, then there is a great benefit to both them and to society,” she said. “We need that curiosity, motivation and enthusiasm: it’s how we move forward in society.”
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And move forward, she has. Congratulations on your many accomplishments, Jennifer. We’re delighted you — and many more like you — found your inspiration at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton.
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annual donors, sponsors and supporters Every year we are blessed by the renewed and fresh support of numerous individuals, foundations, corporations and public and private agencies who share our vision by supporting our programs. Our heartfelt appreciation to all our 2011 supporters, including:
$100,000+
Alberta Lottery Fund Community Initiatives Program Alberta Lottery Fund Major Community Facility Enhancement Program The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta City of Edmonton Edmonton Journal Suncor Energy Foundation TELUS
$50,000-$99,999 Cenovus Energy RBC Foundation
$25,000-$49,999 B&B Demolition Ltd. Capital Power Corporation Edmonton (Host) Lions Club Horse Racing Alberta Insight Medical Imaging Servus Credit Union TD Bank Financial Group
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$10,000-$24,999
Alberta College & Association of Chiropractors AECOM CIBC Coca-Cola Refreshments Canada CTV EMD Inc. Millwoods Suzuki Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Pattison Outdoor The Robert Tegler Trust Union 52 Benevolent Society Pat Whittaker
$5,000-$9,999
Alberta Blue Cross BP Canada Energy Company Butler Family Foundation Canadian Museums Association Global Edmonton Husky Energy Lorna & Don Kramer New Asian Village Synergy Projects Ltd.
BE A STAR PROGRAM DONORS
$38,790 Total Donations 355 Stars Designated
A unique fund-raising program where the public is invited to designate stars valued from $50 to $15,000 to support the programs and operations of TELUS World of Science. VEGA SCHOLARSHIP
$78,121 Fund Value
The VEGA Scholarship Program was established in 1987 through the generous support of Helen Tkachenko. This fund sponsors elementary school-aged children to attend a summer science camp or computer camp. In 2011, 18 children received VEGA Scholarships to attend camps at TELUS World of Science. LES YOUNG FUND FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION
$25,490 Fund Value
In honour of Les Young’s dedication and leadership of Edmonton’s space and science centre, in 1999 the Edmonton Space & Science Foundation Board established the Les Young Fund for Science Education as a permanent legacy in his name. Interest earned on this Fund will provide for the development and presentation of unique and innovative programs to inspire, motivate and challenge students to advance their knowledge and understanding of science and technology.
$1,000-$4,999
$500-$999
Sue Bohaichuk Cathy Barton and Family Dr. Anne Marie Decore Louis & Marcelle Desrochers Doug & Wendy Elkow Joan & Douglas Hube Milan Krepelka Stephen Mihli Adesh Soogrim John & Avery Stobbe Gregory & Jane Taylor
$50-$499
Barbara Abday Kelsey Armstrong Marta Collier Cathy Cross Karin & Ron Dowling Ardith & Davis Edwards Bill Engram Todd Enns EPCOR Helping Hands Grant Program Frank Florian Sam Guca Carole Henson
$50-$499
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Steven Jim Dr. Kevin Keough James & Carol-Ann Lewis Sandy Lyon, SL Discovery Consulting Services Toni McHale Laura Pavao Dan & Donalda Pelton Carmen Riddel Austin Ritchie David Schneider James Scott Shannon Scott Maggie Simmons Paul Voyer Michelle Weinhandl Dr. Lorraine Wilgosh Evelyn Winterford Jeanette Wozny Gerry Yuen
Every effort has been made to ensure this listing of donors is accurate. Please accept our apologies if your name has been inadvertently omitted or listed incorrectly. Please notify the Edmonton Space & Science Foundation so that we may correct our records.
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Archer Daniels Midland Company Steve & Tina Baker and Family Bayer Inc. Dennis Blumenthal Jameson & Kellan Boston Diana de Sousa & Neil Burkard Darren Durocher & Janine Uniat-Durocher Edmonton Catholic Schools Melcor Developments Ltd. Ken & Aimee Nichols Myka Osinchuk Rotary Club of Edmonton George & Anne Smith and Family Rocky & Kathy Springer and Family Bill Stephens Yvonne & Terry Swick The Syme Family TransCanada Corporation Lindsey & Dr. Linda Uniat Larry & Rosa Wang
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donor spotlight Since 1984, Suncor Energy and Suncor Energy Foundation have helped us open doors to learning for millions of youth across Alberta, particularly through their 13-year Presenting Sponsorship of our Science in Motion outreach program. With gifts of more than $1.3 million, Suncor’s incredible generosity allowed us to equip two one-ton cube vans, which travel over 70,000 kms per year, with hands-on, interactive resources to which most schools would never otherwise have access. Suncor Energy Foundation was nominated for and received the 2010 Outstanding Corporation Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals on National Philanthropy Day. This presenting sponsorship has now been taken up by Cenovus Energy on a three-year commitment. We are truly indebted to these two companies for providing us with the opportunity to reach out to rural and Aboriginal youth every year in communities across the province. We sincerely appreciate and salute your ongoing commitment to knowledge and learning.
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31,605 Student participants, including 6,273 Aboriginal students 216 Presentation days, including 55 Aboriginal presentation days 117 School visits, including 30 Aboriginal schools 65 Total communities visited, including 17 Aboriginal communities 2011 A NNUAL R EP OR T 21
corporate & community We continue to grow and reach out to more families and visitors than ever before with every step taken in our journey. Thank you to our very important corporate and community supporters who play a significant role in helping us provide voyages of discovery for every guest and student who participates in our programs. Capital Power Corporation demonstrated their shared passion for innovation, lifelong learning, and communitybuilding involvement as our Presenting Sponsor of the year’s first travelling exhibition, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition. Insight Medical Imaging showed their dedication to the health of both their patients and the planet by sponsoring the heartwarming message of the lifetime dedication of two remarkable women in the IMAX® feature film Born to be Wild. Through their supporting sponsorship of Sesame Street Presents: The Body, EMD Inc. demonstrated their commitment to early health and disease prevention. The grand re-opening of our new premier early childhood development gallery, Discoveryland, was funded in part by Alberta Lottery Fund – Major Facility Enhancement Program, Edmonton Airports, Butler Family Foundation, Edmonton Public Teachers Charity Trust Fund and The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation. A multi-year commitment by The Robert Tegler Trust supports pre-school children from high needs families across our region by providing an opportunity to play and learn in our new children’s gallery.
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supporters IMAX Sponsors The Ultimate Wave Tahiti sponsored by Millwoods Suzuki Born to be Wild presented by Insight Medical Imaging Titanica sponsored by The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta Feature Exhibition Sponsors The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition Presented by Capital Power Corporation Supported by The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta Sesame Street Presents: The Body Presented by B&B Demolition Ltd. Supported by Alberta Blue Cross, Alberta College and Association of Chiropractors, BECK Commercial Inc. and EMD Inc. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition Sponsored by The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta Full-Dome Shows in the Margaret Zeidler Star Theatre Presented by Servus Credit Union School Programs Sponsored by Archer Daniels Midlands, Bayer Inc., BP Canada, Union 52 Benevolent Society, Husky Energy, The Robert Tegler Trust and TransCanada Corporation Science in Motion Presented by Suncor Energy Foundation Supported by Cenovus Energy and CIBC Contributing Sponsors: AECOM; The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta and Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) 2011 A NNUAL R EP OR T
High Needs School Program Funding provided by Edmonton (Host) Lions Club
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2011 Edmonton Space & Science Foundation
board of directors Chair Kerry Day Counsel, Parlee McLaws LLP Vice Chair Jackson von der Ohe Chief Executive Officer, Gateway Mechanical Past Chair Gord Syme Principal, Conroy Ross Partners Treasurer Dennis Blumenthal President, BluPC Board Secretary Deb Manz Chief Executive Officer, Alberta College and Association of Chiropractors Directors Sue Bohaichuk* Executive Officer, Advocacy, Alberta Urban Municipalities Association Tim Boston* Vice President, Government Relations & Public Policy Communications, Capital Power Corporation Joan Carr Superintendent, Edmonton Catholic Schools Nick Culo Vice President, Corporate Communications TELUS
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Jordan Hokanson President, Hokanson Capital Inc. J.D. Hole Corporate Director, AEON Group Inc. Reg Milley President & CEO, Edmonton International Airport Dennis Mozak President & CEO, Synergy Projects Ltd. Eric Newell Chancellor, Emeritus, University of Alberta Myka Osinchuk Chief Executive Officer, Alberta Cancer Foundation Dr. Gregory Taylor* Dean of Science, University of Alberta
2011 TELUS World of Science – Edmonton Executive Team George Smith, President & CEO Steve Baker, Chief Operating Officer Kathy Springer, Vice President – Finance Michael Pinkoski, Vice President – Programs Karin Dowling, Director, Human Resources Janet Resler, Director, Retail Operations Cathy Barton, Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
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members Dr. Mohamed Ally Kevin Anderson Jane Batty Dr. Owen B. Beattie Vi Becker Jerry Bouma Rick Brommeland Dr. William (Bill) Byrne Joan Cowling Anne Marie Decore Karyn Decore Brad Ferguson Frank Gibson Gord Gilroy Luther Haave Ron Hayter Ben Hochhausen Dr. Douglas Hube Linda Humphreys Barry James Donald Kramer Jennifer Kwan Anna LaBrie Oryssia Lennie Dr. Michael Leung Dr. David Lewin Franklin Loehde Dr. David Lynch Hugh Patrick MacDonald* Jill Matthew Rod McConnell Jack McBain Bruce McCurdy
John McDougall Lisa Miller Dr. Stephanie Minnema David Nevett Ken Nichols Allan Otterdahl Dr. Nils Petersen Ken Pilip, P. Eng. Rick Prentice Dr. Bill Preshing Stephen Rawlinson Dr. Will Reese Dr. Dale Ripley Sol Rolingher, Q.C. Rose Rosenberger David Salloum Bruce Saville Larry Schindel Edgar Schmidt Tim Schultz Genevieve Segger Gisele Simard Lily Simpson Sandy Slator Bill Stephens John Stobbe Merle Taylor Robert J. Turner, Q.C. Dr. Larry Wang FRSC Bart West, P. Eng. Dr. Robert Westbury Pat Whittaker Neil Windsor
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* The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation deeply mourns the loss of long-time Foundation Member, Hugh Patrick MacDonald, who passed away February 22, 2012.
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auditor’s report on Summarized Financial Statements April 19, 2012 To the Board of Directors of Edmonton Space & Science Foundation: The accompanying summary financial statements, which comprise the summary statement of financial position as at December 31, 2011, and the summary results from operations for the year then ended, are derived from the audited financial statements of the Edmonton Space & Science Foundation for the year ended December 31, 2011. We expressed an unmodified audit opinion on those financial statements in our report dated April 19, 2012. The summary financial statements do not contain all the disclosures required by Canadian generally accepted accounting principles. Reading the summary financial statements, therefore, is not a substitute for reading the audited financial statements of Edmonton Space & Science Foundation. Management’s Responsibility for the Summary Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation of a summary of the audited financial statements on the basis described in Note 1. Auditor’s Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the summary financial statements based on our procedures, which were conducted in accordance with Canadian Auditing Standard (CAS) 810, “Engagements to Report on Summary Financial Statements.” Opinion In our opinion, the summary financial statements derived from the audited financial statements of Edmonton Space & Science Foundation for the year ended December 31, 2011 are a fair summary of those financial statements, on the basis described in Note 1. Kingston Ross Pasnak LLP chartered accountants 2011 A NNUAL R EP OR T
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Edmonton Space & Science Foundation Summarized
financial statements for the Year Ended December 31, 2011 ($000’s) RESULTS FROM OPERATIONS Revenues: Admissions Operating grants Retail operations Sponsorships and donations Amortization of deferred capital contributions Rentals, lease and other Total Revenues
2011 2010 $
Expenditures: Salaries and benefits Operations Retail operations Amortization Advertising and promotion Royalties and film leases Utilities Interest on long term debt Cancelled grant Total Expenditures
4,169 3,588 1,737 1,675 895 769 720 787 635 613 394 323 344 309 41 53 – 75 8,935 8,192 22 (218)
(Deficiency) Excess of revenues over expenditures FINANCIAL POSITION Assets: Current assets Capital assets Investments Liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued liabilities Deferred admissions, contributions Current portion of long-term debt Long-term debt Deferred capital contributions Net Assets: Investment in property and equipment Internally restricted Unrestricted
3,985 $ 3,072 1,965 2,180 1,280 1,092 1,060 994 525 519 142 117 8,957 7,974
3,491 4,063 6,178 5,302 103 101 9,772 9,466 1,155 370 1,395 1,676 313 301 2,863 2,347 493 807 1,721 1,640 5,077 4,794
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3,651 2,555 1,044 2,117 – – 4,695 4,672 9,772 $ 9,466
APPROVED BY THE BOARD
Director Director Basis of Presentation (Note 1) Management is responsible for the preparation of the summary financial statements. The summary financial statements are comprised of the summary statement of financial position and the summary results of operations, and do not include any other schedules, a summary of significant accounting policies or the notes to the financial statements. The summary statement of financial position and the summary results of operations are presented with the same amounts as the audited financial statements, but certain balances have been combined and all the note referencing has been removed.
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