Education Programs for all ages!
The Museum of Health Care offers hands-on, curriculum-linked programs, guided tours, curatorial talks and lectures for:
We offer unique and tailor programs, all led by trained and enthusiastic educators committed to bringing Canada's healthcare story to life for you and your group!
Programming can be delievered at the Museum or at your site. We continue to offer interactive virtual education programs and curatorial sessions.
All day programming is available.
Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 613-548-2419.
Program Overview
Take a look at our Education Program Brochure (September 2025-2026) for all available on-site, off-site and virtual programming for K-12, seniors/adults, and community groups.
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Funny Bones |
Grade K-3 |
Get ready to explore the amazing human skeleton! Discover how our bones give us shape, strength, and the power to move. Uncover the fascinating history of the X-ray, learn top tips for keeping your bones healthy, and then put your knowledge to the test by building your own skeleton. |
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The Science of Snot |
Grade 1-4 |
Ever wonder why you get the sniffles? Dive into the sticky world of germs and find out how the common cold takes hold! Learn all about the role mucus plays in protecting your body and whip up your very own batch of “snot.” You’ll also get an up-close look at some fascinating tools from an old-time doctor’s bag. Note: gelatin is used in recipe for “snot”.
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Inside Out |
Grade 4-6 |
Take a road trip through your amazing body systems and discover how they all work together to keep you going. Get hands-on with fun activities as you explore the nervous, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Its science, history, and biology all in one journey! |
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Sickness & Health in Early Canada |
Grade 3-6 |
Travel back in time to explore 300 years of health and healing! Take a peek inside an early doctor’s bag and discover how Indigenous knowledge like the medicine wheel played a vital role in caring for the body and spirit. |
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Mixing Medicine & Media |
Grade 4-6 |
Imagine a time when medicine could make things worse, not better! Learn about the evolution of early medicine and pharmacy and examine the marketing strategies used to sell “quack medicine”. You will also get the chance to design and make your own brand of medicine. |
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Infection Inspection |
Grade 712 |
Do you know the difference between viruses and bacteria? Find out by analyzing specimens first hand. Learn the history of Canadian epidemics and understand the importance of vaccines. |
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Don't forget to check out our Education Programs Brochure for a full listing of available programs from the Museum of Health Care! |
Postsecondary and Professional programming: To request programming for post-secondary students, adults or other professionals please contact us at [email protected]
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Fee & Payment Options
Education Programs at the Museum: $5.00 per student/participant (Teachers/Leaders/Supervisors are free of charge!)
Outreach visits to Seniors groups: $5.00 per participant (Leaders/Supervisors are free of charge!) *Limited by location.*
Cash (day-of), cheque (via invoice), and credit card payments (online) can be accepted.
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Live Streaming Education Programs
The Museum of Health Care partners with Streamable Learning, an live-streaming platform that allows students across North America to experience educational programming from 50+ Museum's and Cultural Institutions right in their own classroom!
The Museum of Health Care also partners with Connected North, a virtual platform designed to foster student engagement and enhanced education outcomes in remote Indigenous communities.
Education Programs at the Museum of Health Care are supported by:
The Anna and Edward C. Churchill Foundation and the Faculty of Health Sciences at Queen's University.
You can support the development of our many educational offerings by becoming a Museum Member.
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