ANNUAL REPORT 2010/11ASTC SCIENCE WORLD SOCIETY UNDERGOING A $35 MILLION RENEWAL TO BETTER IGNITE YOUR PASSION FOR SCIENCE.

In 2010/11 construction began on a $35 million renewal to upgrade the Science World facility and significantly expand gallery space for visitors to Science World at World of Science. The Bridging the Science Gap Campaign marks the final steps of ReGeneration, Volunteer Hours a plan set out by the Science World Board of Directors in 1999 that Visitors (Includes 160,000 Community Engagement participants) has successfully revitalized the organization. The facility renewal Members project will double public exhibition space and include a western ® Films addition on the second floor, a green roof, a dedicated gallery space for our award winning BodyWorks exhibition, and more. Volunteers Science Theatre OMNIMAXShows Feature Exhibitions 650,96035,36330,317.75168 16 10 3

1 The 2010/11 year was one of the most extraordinary times in Science World’s history. It featured major progress on our facility renovation, the presentation of the premier feature exhibition “WHAT A YEAR IT HAS BEEN! “I HAVE THOROUGHLY ENJOYED BODY WORLDS & The Brain, and the celebration of the Province’s WE APPRECIATE THE ENTHUSIASTIC MY FIRST YEAR AS CHAIR OF SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. IT IS Year of Science which took us to communities all across BC FOR SCIENCE WORLD’S ONGOING PARTICULARLY REWARDING TO BE ACTIVITIES, WHETHER IT IS YOUR INVOLVED WITH THE ORGANIZATION and allowed us to host a diversity of outreach programs. ATTENDANCE AT OUR ‘IN TRANSITION’ AS IT REGENERATES THE FACILITY BUILDING, YOUR PARTICIPATION TO SERVE ALL SEGMENTS OF THE The facility renewal began early the land in front of the building with members of our community to As the scaffolding comes down and IN OUR OUTREACH PROGRAMS COMMUNITY — OUR TRADITIONAL in the year. We have received to create SWITCH: The Ken Spencer provide outstanding programming our new exterior is revealed this spring, AROUND THE PROVINCE, OR YOUR FAMILY AUDIENCE AS WELL AS A NEW overwhelming community support Science Park, and with the design for an expanded audience. we want to extend our appreciation to GENEROUS DONATIONS TO SUPPORT EMPHASIS ON TEENS AND ADULTS — for the renewal, and we give our nearly complete we look forward to all the Members, partners and visitors THE FACILITY RENEWAL.” IN THE YEARS AND DECADES AHEAD.” sincere thanks to the generous the time when construction begins. This past year, thanks to the who have continued to support us donors who have enabled us to Year of Science and the Provincial through this wild and challenging BRYAN TISDALL, ANDREW HARRIES, do this work. We are also grateful We were extremely pleased to have Government through the Ministry time. Thanks to you we will be able PRESIDENT & CEO, CHAIR, to all of the staff and volunteers a second visit from Dr. Gunther von of Science and Universities, Science to enhance the Science World SCIENCE WORLD SCIENCE WORLD who helped ensure visitors Hagen’s BODY WORLDS with the World was able to continue our experience and excite the community continued to have a rewarding BODY WORLDS & The Brain exhibition engagement activities — including about science and technology. experience during this time. in the fall. The remarkable exhibition our Community Science Celebration, of real human bodies attracted large On the Road, and Opening the Door In the fall we received approval numbers of visitors to TELUS World programs — around the province from the City of to use of Science and allowed us to partner for the 2010/11 school year.

2 3 BOARD OF DIRECTORS FEATURE EXHIBITIONS

OFFICERS MEMBERS In 2010/11 Science World offered COOL GLOBES: HOT IDEAS FOR A COOLER PLANET BODY WORLDS & THE BRAIN CHAIR...... Andrew Harries Bruce McLeod feature exhibitions and programming What’s the best way to encourage people to think When we hosted BODY WORLDS 3 in 2006 we were VICE CHAIR...... Dr. Bruce Beairsto Cidalia Correia (until August 2010) designed to appeal to a variety about our Earth? Show it to them! That’s the idea behind amazed by the impact the transformational exhibition TREASURER..... Jim Pickles Dr. Candis Callison (appointed January 2011) of audiences, ensuring that there Cool Globes. Cool Globes, a non-profit organization, had on our visitors, staff and volunteers. We’re thrilled SECRETARY...... Peter O’Callaghan Donna LeClair was something for everyone to is responsible for this widely-acclaimed exhibition. to say that BODY WORLDS & The Brain — a version of PAST CHAIR...... Paul Geyer Doug Kinsey experience and enjoy. These one-tonne globes, designed by artists, community the exhibition entirely new to Vancouver — had the Dr. John A. Cairns groups and children, were large and powerful symbols same remarkable impact. This exhibition featured more Keith Spencer of how the choices we make affect the world around us. than 200 real body specimens and focused on the most Ken Schneider recent findings in neuroscience, including information Dr. Lindsay Machan TREASURE! on brain development, function, disease, disorders and Nicole Stefenelli Delving into a world of exploration, visitors were able to performance. We were also thrilled to have more than 30 Rich Simons explore incredible discoveries and experience the thrill special events associated with the exhibition, including Dr. Robin Louis of the hunt with exciting surprises and hidden treasures. speakers and performers, and special guest Jay Ingram Stephanie Forsyth (until June 2010) Looking at the science behind treasure hunting, visitors of the Discovery Channel’s Daily Planet. Stuart Culbertson (appointed November 2010) could learn to tie knots, crack a safe, explore geocaching Walter Segsworth and examine remarkable artefacts dug up from BODY WORLDS & The Brain was created by Dr. Gunther shipwrecks and found in ghost towns. von Hagens, and is maintained by the Institute of Plastination from Heidelberg, Germany. ORGANIZED BY SPONSOR NRG Exhibits Royal Canadian Mint PRESENTED BY PROGRAM SPONSORS TRIUMF MDS Nordion Brain Research Centre PrioNet Canada

4 5 FILMS AND PRESENTATIONS SPECIAL EVENTS

In 2010/11 Science World OMNIMAX® THEATRE SCIENCE THEATRE CRAZY CARNIVALE! SWAD PYJAMA PARTIES TEACHER ORIENTATION EVENINGS continued to offer films, shows Adrenaline Rush: The Science of Risk Amphibian Extinction Thanks to the hard work of Nicole Science World at TELUS World Kids and their parents were invited On September 21, 2010, 629 and presentations that showcased Beavers Beetalker: The Secret World of Bees Geyer and her team of volunteers, of Science isn’t just for kids — to wear their pyjamas, check out teachers, pre-service teachers and explained a variety of topics. Journey to Mecca: In the Footsteps The Brain that Changes Itself Science World’s fourth annual we believe that science can be our exhibits and then snuggle in and activity/program coordinators of Ibn Battuta Earth: Power of the Planet – Volcano Crazy Carnivale! proved to be a great made fun and fascinating for all for a movie in the Science Theatre came to Teachers’ Night Out, Journey Into Amazing Caves Green Sweep: Transforming our Trash success again with an attendance age groups! To help adults let loose during our special pyjama parties. an orientation evening for BODY Ultimate Wave Tahiti Midas and the Golden Touch of 185 people. Held October 23, and embrace their childish curiosity, This year we hosted a Treasure WORLDS & The Brain. The evening A Rainforest Adventure: Bugs! Life: Birds 2010, Maskerade — as this year’s we host an adults-only evening themed evening (to go with our provided teachers the opportunity to Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey Life: Plants event was called — featured live of exploring, creating and Treasure! exhibition) as a great way learn more about the BODY WORLDS The Human Body Project X: Flight entertainment, fabulous food, discovering called Science World for families to spend their evenings exhibition, how to assist their Gold Fever Project X: Heat and lots of hands-on activities. After Dark (SWAD). discovering Science World at TELUS students in getting the most out To The Limit Project X: Memory All proceeds of the fundraiser World of Science. of a field trip to Science World Jane Goodall’s Wild Chimpanzees Rain went to support natural science In the summer of 2010 we hosted at TELUS World of Science, (one special showing with Sid the Science Kid: Hello Doggie education programs in Search: four SWAD events, with themes what else is available at Science Jane Goodall in person) Sid the Science Kid: My Shrinking Shoes The Sara Stern Gallery. like beer brewing, the science of World, and gave them a sneak peek The Light Before Christmas Snow Cat laughter, and retro favourites. at the incredible, world-renowned Hubble Wild New World: Land of the Mammoth Total attendance of the four exhibition of real human bodies. SWAD events was 1,186. As always, our staff was on hand to meet the guests and make sure no question went unanswered.

Our facility renewal The award-winning will double our BodyWorks exhibition will exhibition space. get its first permanent gallery space. 6 7 EXPANSION AND RENEWAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS

This past year has seen the most significant renovations to our facility To build communities that understand, value and celebrate the contribution in its history. Thanks to overwhelming support from the community in of science and technology to our quality of life, Science World provides helping us raise nearly $35 million dollars, we have been able to embark opportunities for children, teachers and families to discover a love of science on a facility renewal to double our public exhibition space. at school, at home and in their home communities. Our Community Engagement programs travel throughout , involve whole communities We have continued welcoming visitors through our doors during and accommodate diverse learners, cultures and family interactions. the renovation, and are pleased to say that we have continued to receive praise for our outstanding programming, enthusiastic staff, In 2010/11, our mobile programs reached over 160,000 British Columbians. and fun science exhibits. K–9 students accounted for over 68 per cent of our interactions.

The renovation itself will help us green Science World, improve Thanks to our sponsors, supporters and community partners who have helped exhibits and galleries, enhance the visitor experience, and improve us reduce geographic and financial barriers in order to provide access to our upon facility infrastructure. science programming to all BC students. Most significantly we are thankful for the continued multi-year support from the Province of British Columbia We are looking forward to having this work completed in the fall of 2011, through the Ministry of Education for the BC Program for the Awareness and hope you will join us in enjoying our new lobby and gallery spaces. and Learning of Science (BC PALS) and the Year of Science.

We are building a By partnering with BC Hydro and western addition Mitsubishi Canada we've installed that will give us an a high efficiency EV Charging all-new second floor Station for electric vehicles, 8 gallery overlooking temporarily located at 9 False Creek. the Olympic Village.

THE CAREER BOOTH

ENTIRE COMMUNITIES ARE K–9 STUDENTS AND TEACHERS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS DISCOVER K–12 STUDENTS ARE INSPIRED BY MOBILIZED TO CELEBRATE AND ARE INSPIRED TO DO MORE NETWORK WITH CANADA’S THAT MANY INTERESTING CAREERS LOCAL SCIENCE PROFESSIONALS SHARE THE WONDERS OF SCIENCE. SCIENCE IN THEIR OWN SCHOOL. TOP SCIENTISTS, ENGINEERS, HAVE A SCIENCE COMPONENT. IN THEIR OWN CLASSROOMS. TECHNOLOGISTS AND TECHNICIANS. These week-long series of entertaining Through Science World On the Road, The Career Booth allows high school This free program connects and engaging events bring Science students experience three amazing Opening the Door career networking students to discover that science- established scientists, engineers, World together with local industries, shows: Energy in Action, Sporty events provide a unique opportunity based careers can be interesting technologists, technicians and businesses, government agencies, Science and It’s a Gas. The shows for high school students to learn and that interesting careers often tradespeople with BC’s students schools and community organizations explore science topics such as more about career opportunities have a science component. Through and teachers to inspire students to promote the role of science and forms of energy, the science of in science, technology, engineering an engaging game-show format, to continue studies in math and innovation. This year we worked with sport and the amazing properties and mathematics by connecting it encourages students to think science. In 2010/11, Scientists 11 communities across the province of the air around us with fun the students with local, well- outside the box about diverse and and Innovators in the Schools including Williams Lake, Castlegar, and engaging demonstrations — established science leaders. interesting career opportunities in delivered presentations and Chemainus, Prince George, Haida all in a zany, creative way. In 2010/11, over 1,200 students science, technology, engineering, hands-on workshops to over Gwaii, Terrace, Kelowna, Fort Nelson, had the opportunity to network and mathematics. 68,800 K–12 students and Abbotsford, Invermere, and Port In 2010/11, On the Road travelled with 130 science professionals in teachers across the province. Alberni. Through these celebrations throughout the province delivering seven events held throughout BC. we inspired over 16,000 students, exciting, innovative and curriculum- families and community leaders to relevant science shows to over discover the science all around them. 35,000 K–9 students and teachers. The events help foster relationships From Skidegate to Horsefly, with community organizations and no community was too remote set the stage for ongoing community to be inspired by science. Three types of The new Mitchell Odyssey science activities. Students are inspired solar panels will be Foundation Gallery: Eureka! to keep studying and explore future installed on the south will have floor to ceiling careers in science and technology. side of the building. windows overlooking 10 False Creek. 11

TEEN AUDIENCE

INNER-CITY YOUTH ARE INSPIRED TO BE WE CONTINUE TO CAPTURE TEEN ENERGY AND SHARE, CELEBRATE AND REWARD GREEN ACTIONS FOSTERING CURIOSITY, IMAGINATION AND A POSITIVE MORE INQUISITIVE ABOUT THE WORLD INTEREST TO SUPPORT AND INSPIRE POSITIVE FROM BC’S STUDENTS. ATTITUDE TOWARDS SCIENCE IN PRESCHOOL-AGED AROUND THEM. ATTITUDES TOWARDS SCIENCE DURING CRITICAL CHILDREN IS A PRIORITY FOR SCIENCE WORLD. CAREER DECISION-MAKING YEARS. BC Green Games is a province-wide environmental action September 2010 marked the beginning of contest for K-12 students that motivates, enables sharing, To better serve BC’s preschoolers and their teachers, the tenth year of this fun-filled, after-school For the underserved teen audience, a suite of activities rewards, and celebrates the green efforts of schools in BC. parents and caregivers, our early childhood programming science enrichment program, inspiring over and opportunities included: Science World manages BC Green Games with input from continued to expand this year with sustained special focus 690 at-risk children at nine different Vancouver community partners in the areas of youth, government, on StrongStart BC Centres and surrounding communities. inner city schools. • Hands-on school workshop, Fabulous Fluids. school district, university, science, and environmental Offerings included ten resource modules developed • Career-awareness events like Opening the Door education. Presenting sponsors are BC Hydro and Fortis BC and tested in the community, hands-on professional As a legacy to our Olympic period efforts in and the Barbara Brink Internship. with additional support from the Province of BC through enrichment workshops for educators and resources and the Fraser Valley, a new model of Super Science • Partnerships and programs with like-minded the Ministry of Education. activities for parents and their preschool-aged children. Club delivery was launched in September 2010 organizations and high schools. The program reached over 1,400 people around the with the University of the Fraser Valley and The second year of BC Green Games ended in April 2010 province. Our approach and resources support the the Chilliwack School District as partners. In 2010/11, we reached over 11,600 teens with a variety with 3,981 votes cast in the Viewer’s Choice awards, learning goals outlined in the BC Early Learning Framework, Thanks to this regional delivery model we are of programs, events, and partnerships. These included and 110 community organizations involved in the contest particularly in the areas of exploration and creativity. able to deliver the same great programming a youth needs assessment project, youth leadership as sponsors, advisory and steering committee members, that Vancouver students receive. conferences, hands-on workshops and high school work judges and promotional partners. The third year of experience opportunities at TELUS World of Science. BC Green Games was even stronger than the second with We also provided age-appropriate and curriculum a 140% increase in the number of projects uploaded to relevant programs in correlation with the BODY WORLDS bcgreengames.ca, bringing the program total to 375 & The Brain exhibition, and reached over 17,300 high inspiring projects residing in the online gallery. The planned green roof school students through field trips to our facility. $22,000 in prize money and six SONY Canada digital A new lobby will enhance overlooking False Creek media devices were presented to winning schools the visitor welcome will become a hot spot across British Columbia. and provide an exciting for hosting new science PRESENTING SPONSORS entry to new galleries 12 programming and and exhibits. 13 special events. BRIDGING THE SCIENCE GAP SPONSORS AND DONORS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN DIAMOND PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE UP TO $4,999 ($1,000,000+) ($100,000–499,999) ($50,000–99,999) ($10,000–49,999) ($5,000–9,999) Mazana Armstrong Anna Nosek BC Hydro Aurizon Mines Haywood Securities Inc. Fortis BC David & Debbi Cottrell BCIT IEEE Student Chapter Paul A. Reilly Dr. Ken Spencer Ross Beaty Lehigh Cement Andrew Harries & Family Hemmera Dan and Ursula Bowditch Science World Visitors Government of British Columbia CIBC Lisa & Mike Hudson & Family Caroline Jellinck & Gordon Exel Noordin & Nancey Nanji Lydia Burchell Blair Steeves Government of Canada Paul & Nicole Geyer David & Gaylean Sutcliffe Randy Jespersen Science World Visitors Cynthia Burton Nicole Stefenelli Western Economic Diversification Canada Imperial Oil Foundation Terry Lyons Jim Cameron TELUS V. Paul Lee & Family Anonymous Lindsay Machan Anonymous Doug Cairnes Lee Vishloff SAPPHIRE Robin & Linda Louis Bruce McLeod Stephanie Forsyth James Vlasban ($500,000–999,999) John & Dana Montalbano Peter J. O’Callaghan Nazima Karim Rosemary and BMO Financial Group Plutonic Power Donna O’Neill Doug Kinsey Bob Wakefield Encana Corporation Bob Quartermain Jim Pickles Xiangxiang Kong Wavefront Wireless Inc. Walter & Nancy Segsworth Garry Rasmussen Carol Ya Ting Lee Innovation Society of BC Peter & Joanne Brown Foundation Rich & Linda Kathleen Simons Morgan & Lisa Sturdy Stephen Lewis Verona Wong Taseko Mines Ltd. Keith, Sheryl, Bridget & Virginia Spencer TELUS Catherine McPherson TD Vancouver Foundation David Michelson Anonymous (2)

Science World is grateful for the support of Science World has embarked on a capital campaign to remain our generous sponsors, donors, and partners. at the forefront of science education in British Columbia by creating an outstanding visitor experience, both in the 14 dome and through a new major outdoor science experience. 15 THE CHAIRS CLUB THE CHAMPIONS CIRCLE EQUITY GIVING PROGRAM

The Chairs Club is a group of influential business With a remarkable contribution of $5,000 per year for a By supporting Science World CORPORATE DONORS INDIVIDUAL DONORS leaders with the passion and capacity to pave the three-year period, this group of passionate community through gifts of common shares, Awesense Wireless Inc. IDELIX Software Inc. Sirius Genomics Inc. David Ascher Ean Jackson & Garry & Colleen Shearer way for a truly world-class science centre that will leaders are dedicated to helping Science World inspire stock options or pledges of equity, Bean Services Inc. IgnitionPoint SoftSearch Inc. Jason Billingsley Sibylle Tinsel - Rich & Linda inspire the young innovators of this province for young minds throughout the province. BC companies and their investors BuildDirect.com Technologies Corp. SolutionStack Glenn Bindley CFA Sports Inc. Kathleen Simons years to come. Their individual commitment of share their success with Science Burrard Technologies In Motion Technology Inc. Technologies Moira & Barry Malcolm & Jennie Suresh Singh $25,000 annually for three years demonstrates Greg Aasen Catherine McLeod-Seltzer Spothelfer Family World while investing in the Corporation Layer 7 Technologies Inc. Tee Times.Net Carlson Kendall Victor Sira incredible dedication to our mission. Brian & Meryl Begert Kerry Peacock David & Gaylean Sutcliffe innovators of tomorrow. Bycast LightHaus Logic Inc. Urodynamix Harry Chemko Dave Koo Mr. & Mrs. Keith Bart & Cindi Copeland Eric K. Pringle, Hemmera John Thiessen CineClix Distribution Inc. MAKE Technologies Inc. Technologies Ltd. Larry A. Cole Jeff LaPorte Spencer Ross Beaty Kerry & Paula Curtis Ian & Viviane Reid Ron & Shannon Thiessen Colligo Networks Inc. Marqui Inc. Voice Mobility Inc. Bret Conkin Kevin Lee Dr. Ken Spencer Paul & Nicole Geyer Phil Dubois Patrick Robinson, UEX Corporation Concursion Mobile Operandi W Media Ventures Bart & Cindi Copeland David J. Main Peter Steele V. Paul Lee & Family Jim Fletcher Leigh Sauder & Family Oliver Vincent Technologies Inc. Communications Wolf Medical Systems Dr. & Mrs. James M. Ian A. McEachern Mischa Steiner-Jovic Robin & Linda Louis Martin Gleave Walter & Nancy Segsworth Doug Whitehead & Condition30 Inc. Corporation Corporation DeMesa John McLeod Morgan Sturdy John & Diana Montalbano Sherry & Alex Klopfer The Sisodraker Family Wanda Costuros Contigo Systems Neovasc Working Opportunity Kelly Edmison Robert Park Bill Tam Bob Quartermain Lindsay Machan Keith, Sheryl, Bridget & Chip & Shannon Delta-Q Peerflix Inc. Fund, managed by Todd Hamel Eric Promislow Boris Wertz Walter & Nancy Segsworth Bruce McLeod Virginia Spencer Wilson Family Technologies Corp. ResponseTek GrowthWorks Daryl Hatton Colin Quon Mark Williams Rich & Linda Kathleen Simons Disc Go Technologies Networks Corp. Capital Ltd. C. Mathew Herdon Jeremy Ralph Dr. Ken Spencer & Judy Gale Eyeball Networks Inc. RewardStream Inc. Jeff Hobbs Bob & Judy Rieder Keith, Sheryl, Bridget & Virginia Spencer GaleForce Solutions Inc. Scorpion Software Dan Irish Dan Robinson Dr. Andrew S. Wright & Dr. Helen Newton - Willow Grove Foundation

Families and school A covered outdoor lunch classes will enjoy a lunch area will allow visitors to area dedicated to those get some fresh air while who have packed their staying in the shade or 16 own meals. out of the rain. 17 EXHIBITIONS AND GALLERIES COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

OUR WORLD GALLERY RENEWAL BODYWORLDS & THE BRAIN TREASURE! YEAR OF SCIENCE SUPER SCIENCE CLUB BC GREEN GAMES $100,000–499,999 $100,000–499,999 $15,000–99,999 $500,000–999,999 $15,000–99,999 $15,000–99,999 Newalta Bycast Royal Canadian Mint Province of BC through the Juniper Networks Foundation Fund, BC Hydro Tire Stewardship BC Ministry of Advanced Education a corporate advised fund of the Fortis BC Blue Planet Links Foundation $15,000–99,999 and Labour Market Development Silicon Valley Community Foundation Post Consumer Pharmaceutical TRIUMF North Growth Foundation $0–14,999 Stewardship Association COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT RBC Foundation Province of BC through the Ministry of Education BC Used Oil Management Association $0–14,999 $15,000–99,999 Tula Community Fund, a donor advised Sony Canada Product Care Nordion Jenny Drake & Mike Cormack fund of the Vancouver Foundation Canadian Wireless Brain Research Centre Wertz Family Foundation Dr. Andrew S. Wright & Dr. Helen Newton – COMMUNITY SCIENCE Telecommunications Association PrioNet Canada Pankaj, Rita, Malika & Anushka Agarwal Willow Grove Foundation CELEBRATIONS $15,000–99,999 $0–14,999 $0–14,999 $0–14,999 Imperial Oil Foundation Stewart Fund, a donor advised fund Andrew Harries & Family Honda Canada of the Vancouver Foundation BC Hydro OPENING THE DOOR Provincial Employees Community Services Fund $15,000–99,999 Stewart Fund, a donor advised fund Teekay Shipping (Canada) Ltd. of the Vancouver Foundation

Science World is committed to promoting a science-rich culture throughout An additional stairwell and public elevator the province by actively engaging the whole community — students, teachers and will add new ways for visitors to access families — in the students' learning. Through the Year of Science in British Columbia, 18 the second floor. Science World was able to reach 160,000 students across the province. 19 EMPLOYEE IN-KIND DONATIONS UNDESIGNATED GIFTS GIVING PROGRAM AND PARTNERSHIPS

$15,000-99,999 Science World employees and Throughout the year, Science World receives donations City of Vancouver volunteers showed their dedication of goods and services through partnerships with Gaming Policy and to our mission by raising money community members. Their support is an important Enforcement Branch for our exhibits and community part of helping us pursue our mission. engagement programs. $0-14,999 Philip Chow Richard Gilbert Christina Kay & Michael Matwick Frederico Rego Nikki Skuce Tashia Warren IN-KIND PARTNERSHIPS Terrie Admiraal Trudi Coblenz Anita Groundwater Tom Pressello Jonathan McCurrach Kate Remfert Sharon Smith Naomi Weiner AJ Fenton Eugene Kabanovski Madeline Koeberling Coca Cola Multigraphics Ltd Rethink Communications Transcold Distribution Ron Altman Linda Crews-Amerlinck David Hall Ryan Keesey Bryan Mendiola Brigit Roberts Diana Souki Kirsten White Alana Ferraro Francisco Impelido Michael Jones Eventcorp Services Inc Rhino Print Solutions Amanda Arink Amber Cruickshank Carl Hicks Corinne Kerr Pam Moore Peter Rochfort Keith, Sheryl, Bob & Carol Wiens Amanda McCuaig Gloria Laird Mila Cotic Phillip Augest Tara Decker Alice Ho King George Warren Mui Jaime Ruiz Bridget & Anthoula Williams Amber Didow Greg & Melissa Nazira Karim CRAZY CARNIVALE 2010 SPONSORS Tanya Bartels Neil De Haan Wai Chun Ho International Tom Munro Tyson Rusell Virginia Spencer Lance Willmott André Zandstra Weinrauch Norman Wong SUPPORTING PARTNER George and Donna Tria Donaldson Patrick Hoestra College Marisa Nichini Kelly Sali Mark Spencer Dallas Wilson Anna Horvath Haili Yang Pam and Munro Imperial Parking Battye Fund Kateya Doogan Eddy Hofbauer Andrew Koen Kerri Neitsch Enderjit Sandag Linda Spruston Steve Windsor Avena Guppy Heena Chauhan Mackenzie Sharon Becker Bruce Drake Indian & Northern Guy Joseph Andre On Demand Nicole Sansregret Yvonne Sulentic Shirley Wong Bill Chung Ingrid Lae Qing Yu Zhang SILENT AUCTION DONORS GIFTS IN-KIND Lynn Best Genevieve Easterbrook Affairs Canada Labonte Production Hugh Sargant Rena Sweeney Waymen Wong Bryan & Kathlyn Jarrid Jenkins Rhoda Klein Arts Umbrella Harbour Cruises, Ltd. Staples Advantage Brian Anderson Arron Botts Lawrence Edolphson Shirley Jaco Sharon Larkins Network Veronica Schlueter Tamarack Group Qing Yu (Sherry) Zhang Tisdall Jim Chang Ronald Ni CANUCK Sports LAMAR TK Graphics Emelle’s Catering Jackie Bowen Patti Eix Gerald Janzen Donna LeClair Loren Palmer Science World Visitors Theresa Tang Sophie Zimmermann Carl Ott Jo-Ann Coggan Sarabjit Rai and Entertainment Minter Gardens UBC Athletics Lego Canada Rick Bowering English Language Gordon Exel & Peter Lige Marcelino Perez Walter & Nancy Bella Tata Sam Znaimer Carolina Becerra John and Margarete Stephanie Puleo Capilano Pacific NewspaperGroup Vancouver Aquarium Purdy’s Chocolates Ltd. Barbara Brink Institute at UBC Caroline Jellinck Janice Lockington Judith Phieffer Segsworth Leonardo Teixeira Emily Zuccato Chris Hamming Bausman Suan Teo Suspension Bridge Purdy’s Chocolates Westin Toyland C.M., O.B.C. Eurocentres Canada Kang Jeonghae Lohn Foundation Lisa Polinsky Carmen H. Semturis Peggie Terry Christina Coomer Julio Guzman Suki Law Coca Cola Company Pure Nailbar John Cairns Betty Farmer Cheryl and Randy Robin & Linda Louis Michele Posteraro Yohei Shimomae Sandy Treleavan Anonymous (3) Cindy Wagner Katherina Cortes Tammy Matheson Fasken Martineau Rogers Broadcasting Chelsea Carter Fasken Martineau Jespersen The Lukas Family Nicola Pridmore Triash Silva Amin Wamolky Clifford Marr Kevin Kearns Terry Chau Paul & Nicole Geyer Rosedale on Robson Tina Chang DuMoulin LLP Mirjana Jotobic Terry Macaskill Leola Purdy, Sons Rich & Linda Amy Wang Cui Yan Liang Lap Hum William Ip Global BC Ken Spencer & Judy Gale William Cheung Xiudan Fu Nav Kandola Lindsay Machan Bahadurali Rahemtulla Kathleen Simons Weidong Wang Daniel Devora Lesley Evans Odgen Glowbal Group Stanley Park Dean Choe Paul & Nicole Geyer Julie Karlstedt R. Mactaggart Wright Christine Rego Debra L Sing Margaret Wardlaw Dr. Sandra Eix Louise McCall Anonymous (4) of Restaurants Horse-Drawn Tours

20 21 PATRONS OF SCIENCE WORLD

To be named a Patron of Science World is an honour 2010...... Ross Mitchell 2007...... Eileen Stewart 2001...... Dr. Alan Pelman 1997...... Robert A. Dickinson 1993...... Larry Bell 1993...... Dr. John Wormsbecker bestowed by the members of the Society on a volunteer (deceased) or former employee who has contributed in a significant 2010...... Garry Rasmussen 2006...... Bill Bullis 2000...... Drinda Scott 1997...... Danny Gaw 1993...... John Fraser way to the development of the Society. It recognizes 1992...... Dr. Harold Copp that a community facility like Science World can only 2009...... Caroline Jellinck 2006...... Don Young 1999...... Peter Lige 1997...... Dr. Colin Jones 1993...... Jane Hungerford (deceased) thrive if it is the recipient of the collective contributions of energy, wisdom, time, financial resources and goodwill 2009...... John Murphy 2005...... Stuart Culbertson 1999...... Fei Wong 1997...... Dr. Maria Klawe 1993...... Alex Klopfer 1992...... Don Graham from the leaders of the community it serves. The Patrons of Science World are examples of this leadership. 2009...... Ken Spencer 2005...... Chris Kelly 1998...... George Battye 1996...... Dr. Elmer Froese 1993...... Nurjehan Mawani 1992...... John Pitts (deceased)

2009...... Michael Lee 2005...... Dr. Ron Marteniuk 1998...... Dr. Sid Katz 1996...... Nairn (Buz) Knott 1993...... Rudolph North 1991...... Dr. Erich Vogt

2009...... Munro MacKenzie 2005...... Anne Sutherland 1998...... Kevin O’Neill 1996...... Ron Woznow 1993...... Lynn Patterson 1988...... Hon. David C. Lam

2009...... Trudi Coblenz 2004...... Eric Kong 1997...... Anthony Barke 1995...... Michael Francis 1993...... Don Risk 1987...... Dr. Gerhard Herzberg

2008...... Bob Wiens 2004...... Victoria Withers 1997...... Brian Canfield 1995...... David Ingram 1993...... Ron Stern 1987...... Dr. John Polanyi

2008...... Jeff Devins 2003...... Dr. Lorne Whitehead 1997...... Robert Carlisle 1995...... Lucille Pacey 1993...... Milton Wong 1987...... Hon. Robert G. Rogers

The reconfigured Three-storey high windows gallery space will provide in the new lobby will allow the capacity to host even all passers-by to see the larger feature exhibitions. excitement inside. 22 23 YEAR ENDED YEAR ENDED YEAR ENDED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS FEBRUARY 28 FEBRUARY 28 FEBRUARY 28 2011 2010 2009 REVENUES The financial statements of REVENUES A.S.T.C. Science World Society Customer admission and membership 4,892 4,760 5,222 for the year ended February 28, Customer retail revenue and contracted services 1,997 4,301 1,859 2011 have been audited by Donations and sponsorships 1,133 1,238 1,084 Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP, Grants 1,112 1,849 1,278 66.2% EARNED REVENUE Chartered Accountants. Interest 137 143 339 ADMISSIONS, MEMBERSHIP, These financial statements Interest on contribution from Province of British Columbia 70 63 256 RETAILS, RENTALS AND SERVICES are available upon request. Miscellaneous 37 44 40 9,378 12,398 10,078 This table shows revenues EXPENSES and expenses relative to fiscal Customer and donor services and facilities 2,909 3,656 2,725 years 2009/10 and 2008/09. Exhibits, theatres and programs 1,917 2,347 2,233 They are an illustrative Customer information, communication and sales 1,573 1,786 1,664 10.8% summary only and are not Support services 1,358 1,228 1,328 DONATIONS 10.7% 71.4% GRANTS COMMUNITY AND VISITOR INTERACTION intended to replace the full Outreach programming 1,055 991 801 AND SPONSORSHIPS audited financial statements. 8,812 10,008 8,751 EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER EXPENSES EXPENSES BEFORE AMORTIZATION 566 2,390 1,327 Statement of Operations Extracted

from the Financial Statements for Amortization of exhibits and property and equipment (1,629) (1,309) (1,243) 9.9% the year ended February 28, 2011 Amortization of deferred contributions related AMORTIZATION 15.6% OF DEFERRED AMORTIZATION (in thousands of dollars). to exhibits and property and equipment 1,036 919 919 CONTRIBUTIONS 13.0% OF EXHIBITS, SUPPORT SERVICES ( 593) ( 390) ( 324) RELATED TO EXHIBITS INTEREST PROPERTY AND 0.4% AND PROPERTY 2.0% EQUIPMENT AND EQUIPMENT MISCELLANEOUS (DEFICIENCY) EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER EXPENSES ( 27) 2,000 1,003

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