Driving youth potential with future-focused programs that challenge and inspire.

Elevate your robotics skills by competing in RoboRumble: Rivals! Design, build, and battle LEGO “battle bots” and compete at the qualifiers to earn a spot at the regional championship.

Code Masters is designed to make coding accessible and fun for kids of all ages. Through engaging projects, your child will develop the skills they need to thrive in the digital age. With our step-by-step, project-based, and self-paced learning environment, our program provides a solid foundation in coding that will benefit them for years to come.

Fright Club is an exhilarating horror-themed theatrical competition designed for youth. Participants will dive into the world of spine-chilling stories and eerie performances, showcasing their creativity and acting skills. Each team will craft and perform their own original horror scenes, competing at the Carnival of Chaos event. This program promises to deliver psychologically unsettling immersive scare experiences that will leave both participants and audiences on the edge of their sanity! Age 12+

Mastermind Robotics, where future engineers challenges themselves to create fascinating robots and compete against others in global competitions. Our programs are designed for teens who have a passion for technology, creativity, and teamwork. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, we’re here to ignite your curiosity and empower you to become a Robotics Mastermind!

Mastermind Robotics Junior, where young innovators embark on an exciting journey into the world of robotics! Our programs are specially designed for elementary school-aged children, igniting their curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills through hands-on coding and robot-building challenges in a friendly competitive environment.

The Shores 3×3 Basketball is a youth basketball program that provides competitive opportunities to exceptional basketball players in Lambton County, in the rural community of Lambton Shores. The Shores 3×3 Basketball teams are provided training in 3×3 basketball and opportunities to travel to OBA tournaments and other 3×3 events across Ontario and other parts of North America.

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The Mastermind Music Factory is a youth program where aspiring artists learn music production, create original tracks and singles, and master live performance. With a competitive twist inspired by EDM, pop-electronic, hip-hop, and Afrobeat, participants sharpen their skills, showcase their sound, and rise to the challenge of becoming the next generation of music innovators.

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The SpiceMasters program turns youth into master chefs. They learn cooking skills, experiment with global flavors, and face challenges like cook‑offs and mystery boxes. The journey builds confidence, creativity, and teamwork, culminating in the annual SpiceMasters Tournament, where competitors battle through a series of rounds until one is crowned the ultimate Spice Master.
Camp RoboLeague is the ultimate LEGO Robotics camp, offered during the Summer where youth assemble teams, learn to design, build, code and compete their robots in a positive tournament style environment.

More Than a Summer Camp—A Basketball Experience Like No Other! Players ages 8 to 12 have the opportunity to learn the exciting game of 3×3 basketball and compete against other teams to be crown the Elite Team of 3.

Join our special two-part series camp held during March and Summer break, specifically designed for elite competitors eager to sharpen their skills in the off-season for our FIRST LEGO League competitive teams.

Elevate your robotics skills by competing in RoboRumble: Rivals! Design, build, and battle LEGO “battle bots” and compete at the qualifiers to earn a spot at the regional championship.

Discover the benefits of our specially designed courses tailored for schools—to elevate learning experiences and unlock new opportunities for students!

Mastermind LaunchPad Internships are voluntary, highly competitive placements for students who maintain exceptional academic standing and are Good Team Players. Designed to accelerate learning through hands-on experiences, the program empowers driven youth to explore big ideas, build real-world skills, and grow through meaningful work.

NextVoice Sarnia is a bold new youth‑led journalism club where young people don’t just report the news—they shape the future of how it’s told.

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The Food Futures is a youth-powered hub for farming, food sovereignty, and innovation. Here, young changemakers learn to grow cultural crops, preserve food, and design sustainable systems that feed families and strengthen communities. It’s more than a club — it’s a living classroom, an innovation lab, and a movement where youth take food justice into their own hands.

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Conservation Rangers is a youth-powered force for environmental justice, land stewardship, and ecological innovation. These aren’t volunteers — they’re rangers-in-training, equipped with science, strategy, and ancestral knowledge to protect ecosystems, restore biodiversity, and lead climate resilience from the ground up.
The STEM Discovery Lab, situated at the Lochiel Kiwanis Community Centre in Sarnia, is dedicated to inspiring youth in Science and Innovation through dynamic hands-on workshops. We offer elementary and secondary students accessible, engaging, and interactive extracurricular STEM education; from a diverse array of immersive STEM topics, where learning is gamified and practical skills are cultivated. Through the Discovery Lab students learn coding, computer-aided design, computer-aided manufacturing, physical prototyping, art and design, robotics, industrial design, communications and more, through various programming, ensuring a comprehensive and enriching experience for all students.
LaunchPad Makerspace is Sarnia’s first and only Youth Innovation Hub, created to provide young people with a dedicated space to explore robotics, STEM, entrepreneurship, and creative problem-solving. It is a collaborative environment where youth work on innovative projects, develop practical skills, and gain experience that prepares them for the future. Through programs such as robotics competitions, STEM internships, and design challenges, participants learn to combine imagination with technology while building confidence and leadership. LaunchPad Makerspace also fosters entrepreneurial thinking, encouraging youth to turn ideas into projects that can make a real impact in their community. More than just a workshop, it is a hub for discovery, teamwork, and innovation, where the next big ideas take shape.


Parent
“This summer, my son attended Mastermind youth robotics program, and it was an incredible experience for him. He came home each day excited to share what he had learned, from building and coding robots to collaborating with other kids on innovative projects. The instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about inspiring young minds. Not only did he gain technical skills, but he also built confidence and teamwork abilities. We are so grateful for this camp and can’t wait to see where his newfound love for robotics takes him!”
Parent
“I would highly recommend their programs for all parents who would like to challenge their child to learn something new or foster growth in an already existing area of interest. They are guaranteed not only to have fun, but will also learn something new, and make new friends under the guidance of some very kind and knowledgeable leadership.”
Teacher
“Exceptional support from Mastermind Youth Foundation elevated our 2024 FRC team’s preparedness and success. Their expertise and resources were invaluable, propelling us to new heights in the competition. Grateful for a game-changing partnership!”
Teacher
“Thanks to the mentors of Mastermind Youth Foundation, our robotics team is well equipped to take on all the challenges we will face in this year’s FIRST Robotics Competition! We look forward to working with them again! “
Student
“Mastermind Youth Foundation taught our robotics team lessons that allowed us to work independently with little adult intervention. Their step by step lessons helped us achieve our goals and was instrumental to our team’s success.”
Student
“Mastermind Youth Foundation allowed me to learn new skills and abilities in an interactive hands on environment. These experiences allowed me to grow as a person and as a leader which will be useful in the future.”
Student
“When I first joined the robotics team, tech and design was new to me. With the help of Mastermind Youth Foundation I’ve grown so much! They taught me so many useful skills and I am now a confident member of my team. Thank you Mastermind Youth for helping me thrive in this new environment.”
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