Program Description

Gene Researcher for a Week is a unique seven-day program for enthusiastic students in Grades 11 and 12. It takes place in a real, dynamic, hands-on lab, giving students the chance to work with the top geneticists in Canada!

In order to complete the application process, each student must have his/her science/biology teacher fill out the below reference letter form. Should you be recommending more than one student, please fill out one form per student. The student's application will be deemed complete once the teacher reference letter is submitted.

We thank you for your time and participation in this exciting program!


Teacher Resources

The following documents are provided to educators to download and share with students either electronically or they can also be easily printed.

GRFAW Teacher Reference Letter

Teacher reference letters are encouraged to be submitted by December 31, 2013 but can be accepted up until January 10, 2014.
Please click here for Teacher Reference form.