Real challenges build real futures.


Building tomorrow’s leaders through real challenges, creativity, competition, and community.

Fun, High‑Challenge Programs

RoboRumble: Rivals

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

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

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+

Mixed Métal Robotics

Mixed Métal Robotics is Mastermind Youth Foundation’s flagship elite competitive robotics team, bringing together youth ages 9 to 18 to design, build, code, and compete across multiple divisions of the FIRST Robotics ecosystem. Sponsored by Imperial and a growing network of community partners, the program develops technical excellence, leadership, and real‑world problem‑solving through high‑intensity, team‑based engineering challenges.

Mastermind Rising Robotics

Mastermind Rising Robotics is a family of community robotics teams designed for students who are new to robotics, still building confidence, or returning with a bit of experience. Focused on the FIRST LEGO League age range (9–14), Rising Robotics creates a welcoming environment where young learners can discover how to build, code, and compete as a team.

THE SHORES 3×3 Basketball

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.

Mastermind Minecraft Esports Club

A competitive Minecraft esports program where teams of five build STEM skills through fast‑paced challenges and tournaments. Players develop teamwork, strategy, creative design, and problem‑solving as they plan, construct, and present themed builds under pressure. It’s a dynamic blend of esports competition and hands‑on digital creation — perfect for youth who want to level up their Minecraft abilities in a structured, skill‑building environment.

Mastermind Music Factory

Mastermind Music Factory is a program for young creators who already make music and want to level up. Participants learn how to produce, record, and release polished tracks while gaining hands‑on experience in music, media, and digital production. Selected songs debut under Mastermind Records, giving youth the chance to become featured artists. Grades 7+ • Entrance interview required

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SpiceMasters

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.

Fun, High‑Challenge Camps

Camp RoboLeague

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.

Camp RoboLeague – March Break Bootcamp Edition

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

Quest For The Elite 3×3 Basketball Camp

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.

STEM Exploration Days

STEM Exploration Days turn PD Days and free days into hands‑on adventures in science, technology, engineering, and math. Students jump into fast‑paced mini‑challenges like robotic arm automation races, 3D‑printed design build‑offs, Minecraft build battles, rocket‑launch design competitions, LEGO robotics mini‑tournaments, and a rotating lineup of exciting STEM challenges.

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STEM Exploration Camp

STEM Exploration Camp is a hands‑on adventure where curiosity meets creativity. Campers dive into exciting daily challenges that blend science, technology, engineering, and math.

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Mastermind Minecraft Camp

Build, explore, and create in the world of Minecraft! This hands‑on camp blends gaming with real‑world STEM learning — teaching teamwork, design, and problem‑solving through competitive build challenges.

Tournaments & Events

RoboRumble: Rivals Tournament

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 Tournament

Think you’ve got what it takes? The CodeMaster Tournament is where video game coding meets competition. Whether you’re just starting out or already stacking badges, this is your chance to showcase your skills, climb the leaderboard, and earn your spot amongst the Masters.

Team Addy 3×3 Basketball Tournament – Sarnia

An annual 3×3 basketball tournament and Family Fun Fair fundraiser in support local youth programs and cancer research at SickKids. Lambton College, Sarnia.

Carnival of Chaos

Carnival of Chaos is Fright Club’s culminating Halloween event that showcases the student’s hard work and talents, displaying their unique and terrifying “haunted house” scenes. The event doubles as a community fundraising event to support the Fright Club program and other Mastermind Youth programs.

Career‑Ready Programs & Workshops

Advanced Manufacturing Foundations

Advanced Manufacturing Foundations is a free, fast‑paced 3‑day workshop that gives students hands‑on exposure to modern manufacturing technologies and equipment. The program is designed to spark interest in skilled trades and STEM pathways by introducing learners to real tools, real processes, and real career possibilities.

Mastermind LaunchPad Internships

Mastermind LaunchPad Internships are voluntary placements for high‑school students who work well in teams and want real hands‑on experience. Students complete 60–120 hours of meaningful project work, building practical skills, earning real professional references, and gaining a clear advantage for their future.

Mastermind for Schools

A solution to help your educators deliver captivating, innovative enrichment programs for grades 7–12. We bring hands‑on, future‑focused skill building courses directly into classrooms.

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Intro to Industrial Robotics and Automation

Students learn core automation skills using a single multi‑function robot arm to perform pick‑and‑place tasks, simulate welding, laser‑engrave designs, and execute automated 3D printing.

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Toy Design Workshop

Students explore the creative process behind toy development—from concept sketch to finished prototype. This hands‑on workshop blends art, engineering, and storytelling as learners design, build, and test their own toys using digital modeling, 3D printing, and traditional craft techniques.

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Intro to Product Design for Makers

Students learn how to turn ideas into real products through hands‑on design and prototyping. Using tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines, they create functional models while exploring design thinking, CAD, and fabrication basics.

Contests & Grants

Promote a Young Mastermind Contest

Promote a Young Mastermind Contest invites mentors, parents, and educators to nominate exceptional youth with extraordinary talent and drive. The winner receives personalized support from Mastermind Youth to help build and launch their career aspirations.

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Mastermind Youth Program Excellence Grant

A funding stream for not‑for‑profit organizations committed to delivering strong, meaningful youth programming. The grant supports groups that want to elevate their programs, strengthen their physical spaces, and improve the overall experience they provide to young people.

Community Impact Initiatives

NextVoice Sarnia

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.

Food Futures

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

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

Where Learning Levels 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

Where Youth Build the Future!

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.

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Testimonials

Chelsea Foster

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!”

Nikieshia Pennant

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.”

Mark Philips

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!”

Nathan Hickey

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! “

Aaron Snider

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.”

Brendan Hébert

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.”

S. Gallagher

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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