What is the March for Science?

On Saturday 14th April 2018, communities from coast to coast will come together to celebrate science in Canada as part of the international “March for Science” movement. The cross-Canada event is hosted by Evidence for Democracy and plans to celebrate, encourage, and work towards science that is for everyone. Science isn’t just for scientists - it impacts all of us, by protecting our health and our environment, and providing us with facts and evidence to hold our governments accountable.

Toronto will once again host a March for Science, and take part in what was previously the largest science advocacy event in history. This year, the Toronto March for Science will begin at Nathan Phillips Square and end in Queen’s Park, on 14th April 2018. Similar to last year, the March will feature a diverse line-up of speakers to reflect on the need for evidence-based policy and safeguarding of scientific integrity in Canada - and around the world.

The March for Science in Canada is a celebration of our passion for science and a call to safeguard the important science that keeps us safe, healthy, and prosperous. While 2017’s March was primarily in solidarity with our American counterparts as they faced funding cuts, muzzling and hostility, this year’s March will also recognize that the benefits of science, and the opportunities to do science, are not accessible to everyone. Scientists and scientific institutions need to do better to ensure the voices of marginalized groups are amplified, and that actionable steps are taken to increase diversity within the research community.

On 14th April 2018, we will march out of the lab and into the streets. Will you join us in the March for Science?