Summer at the Électrium: Recharge Your Science Batteries!

Come discover the secrets of electricity at The Électrium this summer! There are lots of exciting free activities, including guided tours of the electricity interpretation centre and introductory science workshops by science education firm Profaqua.

Science Mondays! Introductory workshops for budding young scientists

For the fifth summer, Profaqua will be running a variety of science workshops for kids aged six and up, offering amusing, knowledgeable explanations, fascinating experiments and educational games. With subjects like plants and insects, robotics, energy and magic, there will be something for everyone! The workshops will be held every Monday from June 26 to August 21, inclusive.

To find out the full program and book a spot, call the Électrium at 1-800-267-4558 or go to www.hydroquebec.com/visit. Note that all workshops take place in French.

Excited about electricity

On your summer vacation, explore electricity with our enthusiastic, welcoming guides! You’ll find out all about mechanical, magnetic and other forms of energy seen in nature, and how we generate electric power in Québec.

Summer hours

The Électrium is open Monday to Sunday, 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The hour-long Profaqua workshops are offered Mondays, from June 26 to August 21, inclusive, at 9 :30, 11:00, 1:00 and 2:30 p.m.

The Électrium is in Sainte-Julie, Exit 87 off Highway 30 in Montérégie.