We have FUN down to a science!
Entire event planned for you!
Science Show!
Hands-on activities!
IMAX® Film!
DJ / PJ Party!
An extraordinary night of science FUN!
Sleep among the exhibits!
Join us for an extraordinary night of science investigation! Become one of the more than 49,000 participants who have experienced the thrill of the Ontario Science Centre after dark! Sleep among the exhibits!
- What Sleepovers are offered?
- What else do I need to know?
- How much does it cost?
- How do I pay?
- How do I apply?
- How do I change my number of participants?
- How to contact us?
What Sleepovers are offered?
NEW Sleepover Theme for 2010
Exploratory Laboratory!
Ever imagine yourself as a scientist making amazing discoveries in your laboratory? Find out what it’s like by testing your skills in our super science selection of workshops and activities. Become a physicist and challenge the forces all around you, accomplish an engineering feat by building and testing a super-structure, then dig into the world of geology to unearth a surprising discovery. Celebrate your findings with new friends at a late night DJ/PJ party in hopes of taking home the “Knowbel” prize!
Your Sleepover includes: admission and free parking to the Science Centre for the evening of your event and the following day; an IMAX® Film; age-appropriate, hands-on science activities and workshop; a science show; the exploration of hundreds of interactive experiences; a late-night DJ/PJ party; an evening snack and morning breakfast to keep everyone fueled for fun; souvenir Sleepover crest; AND sleeping among the exhibits.
The souvenir Sleepover crest, given to each participant on Sunday at breakfast time at the end of the Sleepover, entitles the bearer to free admission to the Science Centre for that day.
All Sleepovers include an evening snack and breakfast, an IMAX Dome film and admission to the Science Centre the following day.
| Date | Groups |
|---|---|
| Saturday, March 6, 2010 | Sparks, Brownies & Guides SOLD OUT |
| Saturday, April 24, 2010 | Beavers, Cubs & Scouts* |
| Saturday, May 1, 2010 | Sparks, Brownies & Guides SOLD OUT |
| Saturday, May 15, 2010 | Families and all groups* |
*Open to Scouts Canada, Girl Guides of Canada, other recreational groups, schools and families.
*** Please call 416-696-3256 for further information.
Participation in the “Exploratory Laboratory!” Sleepover will qualify:
- SPARKS for the Exploring and Experimenting Keeper
- BROWNIES for the Key to STEM Activities - People in Science & Building Up
- GUIDES for the Science Badge
- PATHFINDERS AND SENIOR BRANCHES for the STEM Badge
- CUBS for the Individual or Pack Specialty Badge
- SCOUTS for the Science Badge
- ALL FAMILIES AND GROUPS for a Sleepover crest
Sleepover Customer Quotes:
"We travelled over 3 hours to get here – so worth the drive! We loved it!"
"Thanks for everything. The leaders and volunteers were awesome."
"The event was well organized with lots of assistance."
What else do I need to know?
SAMPLE AGENDA
| Evening Program | |
|---|---|
| 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. | Check-In |
| 5:30 - 5:45 p.m. | Program Begins |
| 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | IMAX Film |
| 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Science Show |
| 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Hands-On Science Activities |
| 9:00 - 10:30 p.m. | Explore the Exhibits |
| 10:30 - 11:00 p.m. | Sleeping Area Orientation |
| 11:00 - 11:45 p.m. | Late-Night DJ/PJ Party |
| 12:00 a.m. | Bedtime - Lights Out! |
| Morning Program | |
| 6:45 - 7:00 a.m. | Wake Up |
| 7:00 - 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. | Explore the Exhibits |
| 9:00 a.m. | Sleepover Event Ends |
| 10:00 a.m. | Science Centre Re-Opens |
Sleepover dates, agenda, film and program contents are subject to change without notice.
Sleeping Areas
Sleepover participants will sleep in one of our exciting exhibit halls. Sleeping areas are assigned by the Sleepover program staff and cannot be selected. Washrooms are readily accessible for changing. Please note that we do not have shower facilities and, in true sleepover fashion, all participants will bunk down on the floor to sleep.
Please note: Most sleeping areas are not carpeted and exhibits are not completely dark due to emergency lighting.
Supervision and Security
- Group Leaders/Organizers are responsible for supervision of their participants.
- The minimum supervision ratio is one adult, leader or supervisor to eight children.
- The Ontario Science Centre has special emergency procedures and protocols for overnight events. All Sleepover participants are trained in fire-drill procedures at the beginning of the night.
- Security staff and Sleepover program staff remain in the building throughout the night.
Attention Girl Guide Leaders: Download a pre-filled Girl Guides of Canada Emergency Response Plan (SG.4) and the Emergency Response Guidelines Appendix D. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document. We've taken care of the sections relating to the Ontario Science Centre for you!
per person
How much does it cost?
$54 per person.
Groups of any size may register for a Sleepover. All groups or families must have at least one adult (19+ years old) and meet the supervision ratio of one adult to eight children.
An optional souvenir T-shirt is available for purchase ($20 cash only) on the night of the event.
Price includes all applicable taxes. Additional coupons, passes and / or Membership discounts do not apply. The Sleepover program is offered as a complete package only with no program substitutions.
How do I pay?
Sleepover spaces are limited and allotted on a first come / first served basis based on receipt of full payment (deposit and post-dated payment). Sleepover application forms are not processed and spaces are not held for you until full payment has been received.
- Full Payment (cheque or credit card) at time of booking.
OR
- $108 Deposit. Balance to be paid by February 1, 2010.
- Please note: After February 1, 2010, all payments must be made in full.
To avoid disappointment and for ease of changing your group numbers, payment by credit card is recommended. If paying by cheque please make sure to include both your deposit and post-date cheques with your application form or send it immediately following submission of your online application form.
Make cheques payable to Ontario Science Centre. Price includes all applicable taxes. NSF cheques and declined credit cards are subject to a $30 administration fee. Additional coupons, passes and / or Membership discounts do not apply.
If we have not received any form of payment within 7 days after submission of your application form, we will assume that you are no longer interested in booking and will cancel your Sleepover application.
To increase or decrease the numbers on your booking, please call Recreational Programs at 416-696-3256.
Cancellation / Refund Policy
Cancellations are processed according to the schedule below:
| 30 days or more prior to your confirmed Sleepover date | 100% Refund (less the $108 deposit in the case of full group cancellation) |
| 11 - 29 days prior to your confirmed Sleepover date | 50% Refund (less the $108 deposit in the case of full group cancellation) |
| 10 days or less prior to your confirmed Sleepover date | No Refund |
| Refunds are processed only after your Sleepover event date, except when the entire group cancels. Refund cheques are made payable only to the group, care of the group's organizer. We reserve the right to cancel any Sleepover, with a full refund. | |
How do I apply?
Book early to avoid disappointment. Due to the popularity of the Sleepover program, most nights fill to capacity. Adding extra participants to a confirmed registration is subject to availability.
To apply:
- Book online now at www.OntarioScienceCentre.ca/sleepovers.
- To reserve your spaces in a Sleepover Event, we require full payment (deposit and post-dated payment) either by cheque or credit card. Sleepover application forms are not processed and spaces are not held for you until full payment has been received. If we have not received any form of payment by mail or you have not contacted our office by phone at 416-696-3256 (Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.) to provide your credit card payment within 7 days after submission of your online application form, we assume that you are no longer interested in this booking and we will cancel your Sleepover Event application at that time. Price includes all applicable taxes. NSF cheques and declined credit cards are subject to a $30 administration fee. Additional coupons, passes and / or Membership discounts do not apply.
- If you have not received a confirmation letter or been contacted within two weeks of submitting your application form, please contact us at 416-696-3256.
By Phone (for credit card payment only)
- Download our Sleepover brochure and application form or contact us to obtain a brochure. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document.
- Phone our Recreational Programs office Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 416-696-3256 with credit card payment.
- To reserve your spaces in a Sleepover Event, we require full payment (deposit and post-dated payment) by credit card. Price includes all applicable taxes. Declined credit cards are subject to a $30 administration fee. Additional coupons, passes and / or Membership discounts do not apply.
- If you have not received a confirmation letter or been contacted within two weeks of booking, please contact us at 416-696-3256.
- Download our Sleepover brochure and application form or contact us to obtain a brochure. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document.
- Fax our Recreational Programs office 24 hours a day / 7 days a week at 416-696-3139.
- To reserve your spaces in a Sleepover Event, we require full payment (deposit and post-dated payment) either by cheque or credit card. Sleepover application forms are not processed and spaces are not held for you until full payment has been received. If we have not received any form of payment by mail or you have not contacted our office by phone at 416-696-3256 (Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.) to provide your credit card payment within 7 days after submission of your online application form, we assume that you are no longer interested in this booking and we will cancel your Sleepover Event application at that time. Price includes all applicable taxes. NSF cheques and declined credit cards are subject to a $30 administration fee. Additional coupons, passes and / or Membership discounts do not apply.
- If you have not received a confirmation letter or been contacted within two weeks of sending in your application form, please contact us at 416-696-3256.
- Download our Sleepover brochure and application form or contact us to obtain a brochure. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document.
Mail to:
Recreational Programs
Ontario Science Centre
770 Don Mills Road
Toronto ON M3C 1T3- To reserve your spaces in a Sleepover Event, we require full payment (deposit and post-dated payment) either by cheque or credit card. Sleepover application forms are not processed and spaces are not held for you until full payment has been received. If we have not received any form of payment by mail or you have not contacted our office by phone at 416-696-3256 (Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.) to provide your credit card payment within 7 days after submission of your online application form, we assume that you are no longer interested in this booking and we will cancel your Sleepover Event application at that time. Price includes all applicable taxes. NSF cheques and declined credit cards are subject to a $30 administration fee. Additional coupons, passes and / or Membership discounts do not apply.
- If you have not received a confirmation letter or been contacted within two weeks of sending in your application form, please contact us at 416-696-3256.
How do I change my number of participants?
Request for modifications to your participant numbers will be accepted up to 10 days prior to the date of your Sleepover and is subject to availability.
To Increase your Number of Participants:
- Call the Recreational Programs Office at 416-696-3256.
- Provide your reference number and the number of children and / or adults you wish to add.
- Provide a credit card number with expiry date or a cheque for additional amount, if spaces are available.
If paying by cheque, your increase in numbers can only be confirmed upon receipt of payment as spaces cannot be held. Sleepover spaces are limited and allotted on a first come / first served basis on receipt of payment. To avoid disappointment, payment by credit card is recommended.
To Decrease your Number of Participants:
- Call the Recreational Programs Office at 416-696-3256.
- Provide your reference number and the number of children and / or adults you wish to drop.
- Before February 1, 2010:
If you paid by credit card, your post-date payment amount will be adjusted to reflect your revised number of participants.
If you paid by cheque, please send us a new post-dated cheque for the revised outstanding balance. On receipt of this cheque, your original cheque will be marked "VOID" and mailed back to you. If we do not receive the replacement cheque within 7 days of your request, we will process the original post-dated payment. - After February 1, 2010:
If your decrease in numbers qualifies for a full or partial refund according to the “Cancellation / Refund” chart, your overpayment will be refunded to your group, care of the group’s organizer, after your Sleepover Event.
We recommend making your payment by credit card to make it easier for changing your numbers!
How to contact us?
Download our Sleepover brochure and application form or contact us to obtain a brochure. You'll need the free Acrobat Reader to view or print the document.
Email: sleepovers@osc.on.ca
Phone: 416-696-3256
Office Hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday
24 hour voice mail
Fax: 416-696-3139
Mail:
Recreational Programs
Ontario Science Centre
770 Don Mills Road
Toronto ON M3C 1T3