Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Trent University
Driving and parking
Changed from previous years - please read carefully
You MUST use PIONEER ROAD to access East Bank drive (blue lines on map). Construction has closed direct access from Nassau Mills and the parking lots we've used in the past are inaccessible.
The closest parking is in lots U and X at Gzowski College (coloured green on map). Trent Parking has asked that we do not use the turning circle for drop off. Please use the parking lots indicated and walk across. Thank you for your understanding.
SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS - CLICK HERE
Walking from lot U, head north between the Gzowski and Otonabee buildings and turn right to enter into Otonabee (green arrow on map marked #30). Once inside, turn left and head towards the Otonabee Cafeteria.
Additional parking is available in lots R, S, Y, and V (coloured green on map) that are new to Trent.
If travelling from the new parking lots, use pedestrian walkways and then head south down East Bank Drive towards the Otonabee College Residence building. Using the middle entrance of Otonabee College Residence, facing the DNA Building (green arrow on map marked #29), follow the main hallway down the stairs, turning right at the end to stay inside the building. You will then see another set of stairs to your left, take these and turn right at the doors to head towards the Otonabee Cafeteria.
STUDENT CHECK-IN will be in front of the Otonabee Cafeteria.
JUDGES CHECK-IN will be in the usual spot by the bottom entrance of SC137. To get here, turn left after the student check-in table/cafeteria, and head past Wenjak theater. Continue in that direction until the end of the hall. Turn left, and head down the stairs.
FREE PARKING: A QR code will be provided at both the student and judge check-in desks.
WALKING AROUND CAMPUS: Much of campus is under construction. DO NOT use the Faryon Bridge to cross the river to West Bank Campus and DO NOT leave the Otonabee or Science Complex buildings using North facing doors as everything North of these buildings is off limits due to construction.
Schedule
8:00 - 8:45 am: Project Setup
Please enter through the Science Complex door (round about at Praxair cylinders). Ushers will direct you to your assigned room in the Environmental Science Building.
9:00 - 11:30 am: Judging
The judging schedule will be taped to section of the lab bench where you will set up your project. Students are responsible for being available at their project during their assigned judging times. Multiple judges will visit each project.
11:30 am - 2 pm: Public Viewing
Students should remain close to their projects and be prepared to answer questions. They are also encouraged to make time to visit other projects.
12:15 - 1:00 pm: Lunch Break for Primary and Elementary
Participants are reminded that they should arrange for a friend or parent to watch over their display in their absence, particularly if valuable equipment is involved. Lunch is not provided but the Otonabee Market Place Cafeteria in Otonabee College (near Wenjack Theatre) will be open to purchase food. A seating area is available there. Please be aware that this area is not supervised, and that students need permission from parents or teachers to visit the Cafeteria. THE CAFETERIA DOES NOT ACCEPT CASH
12:30 - 1:15 pm: Lunch Break Junior, Intermediate and Senior
2:15 pm: Project takedown and Room Draw Prizes (you must be in the room to win)
Remove all project material. Proceed to outside the Wenjack Theatre for Central Smith icecream
3:00 (sharp) - 4:30 pm Awards Ceremony Wenjack Theatre
All participants, teachers and family members are welcome. Please note that the Awards Ceremony will not be over before 4:30 pm, in case you need to make special arrangements for your students’ transportation.
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There will be pause in the ceremony after the Elementary Awards if you need to leave
All Day Activities
Full list of activities, locations and times TBD
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Digital Attractions Photos - Free printed photos and digital backgrounds to download online
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Guess the candy # game - judging labs hallway
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Surprise tote bags for each participant
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Quiet Room
Awards Ceremony Guest Speakers 2026 - TBD
Security & Safety
All participants are responsible for the security of their projects. If, at any time, you have questions or concerns during the fair, please approach one of our volunteers, including the room monitors, to let us know.
Photography
Students Participants: The Parent/Guardian Declaration section of our Project Registration Form allows parent/guardians to indicate their photography preferences for their student participant(s). We respect these preferences, and any student for whom permission has not been granted will not be photographed.
Supporters, Guests, & Volunteers: By attending the PRSF on fair day, adult guests (including teachers, parents/guardians, judges, and community members) consent to being photographed during the event. If you prefer not to be photographed, please kindly inform our photographers at the time, and they will ensure your wishes are respected. Children will not be photographed unless parent/guardian consent is verbally communicated at the time of photography.