Imhotep's Legacy Academy

Join us for our annual ILA Youth Excellence Awards Ceremony happening on Saturday May 23rd at the Irving Oil Auditorium from 1pm-3pm with a reception to follow.
We would be celebrating and acknowledging all our participants, mentors, staff and sponsors during this event.
Please RSVP through the link in our bio!

The Young, Gifted and Black Science Fair (YGBSF), presented by the Canadian Black Scientists Network, is more than just a competition — it is a celebration of brilliance, innovation, and the limitless potential of Black youth in STEM.
This regional competition brings together talented young minds who are pushing boundaries, challenging ideas, and creating solutions that have the power to impact our world.
From bold experiments to groundbreaking concepts, these students represent the next generation of scientists, innovators, and leaders.

📍Join us at the Irving Oil Auditorium, Richard Murray Design
Building
17 April 11, 2026
⏰Public Viewing: 1:15 PM - 3:00 PM

Competition you’ve all been waiting for is HERE!!!

The 2026 Black STEM Essay Competition is here!

This competition celebrates the brilliance, creativity, and innovation of Black youth in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students will have the opportunity to present their ideas, showcase their knowledge, and inspire the future of STEM.

📅 March 21st, 2026
📍 Irving Oil Auditorium, Dalhousie University
⏰ 12:30 PM – Oral Presentations Begin

Join us as we celebrate excellence in STEM and support the next generation of innovators.

Exciting prizes to be won!!!!!

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Ready to compete in the 2026 Black STEM Essay Competition and Win a prize?

Start by joining our Essay Writing Workshop, where students will learn how to develop powerful ideas, structure their essays, and communicate STEM concepts clearly.

Students will also gain valuable skills in research, writing, and public speaking while preparing for the competition.

📅 March 16–19, 2026
📍 Dalhousie University
Prepare. Learn. Compete.
Register today.

Mentoring The Future: Reflections & Roadmaps in Black STEM Outreach is more than an event - it’s a movement.

On March 21st, 2026, students, scholars, innovators, and national pathway leaders will gather at The Irving Oil Auditorium to celebrate excellence, research, mentorship, and the next generation of Black STEM leadership.

What to expect:

• Black STEM Essay Competition
• University Student Research Showcase
• Consortium of Black Pathway Programs

The Irving Oil Auditorium
March 21st, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Scan the QR code and secure your spot.

Let’s build the future. Together.

Join us as we celebrate African heritage month through Art and stories of connections!

Do not miss out!

This month is a time of remembrance, honor, and celebration.

Black history is not only a collection of moments from the past, it is the foundation of resilience, brilliance, innovation, and leadership that continues to shape our world today. From the voices that fought for justice, to the pioneers who transformed education, science, culture, and freedom, Black history is a living legacy of strength and greatness.

At ILA, we recognize the importance of uplifting Black stories, celebrating Black excellence, and empowering the next generation of black young leaders.

As we reflect on the past, we remain committed to building a future rooted in opportunity, progress, and pride.

Happy Black History Month.🖤❤️💛💚

Faces of our mentors and coordinators during the professional development sessions on the 24th January, 2026.