Discovery Day

Explore the world beneath you at Discovery Day, hosted by the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) and presented by South32.

Discovery Day is FREE family fun! Experience mineral exploration and mining and the technology that makes it possible in a hands-on, interactive day of learning, getting kids excited about STEM in BC.

This is a free, non-ticketed event that does not require registration.

Date: Sunday, January 24, 2027 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre East | Ballroom A/B/C

Bring the whole family to experience the science behind mineral exploration in an interactive earth science activity day with hands-on activities for all ages.

Participating groups

BCIT Mineral Exploration and Mining
Below BC
Britannia Mine Museum
British Columbia Geological Survey (BCGS)
Equity Exploration
Face painting and balloon creations
Geering Up – UBC
Geological Survey of Canada
Mascots, including Buddy and Betty, the Miners
MineralsEd
Pacific Museum of Earth, UBC
Science World
Tri-Cities Lapidary Society
Vancouver Bandits Professional Basketball Club
Women in Mining BC with Royanna Rocks
Yukon Dan Gold Panning