Findlay Creek Blog

A Great Day at Steve MacLean Public School's Year-End Event

Jun 25, 2026 | Findlay Creek Blog

As the school year came to a close, we had the opportunity to take part in the year-end event at Steve MacLean Public School, and it was a fantastic way to celebrate the start of summer with students, families, and staff. Throughout the event, students stopped by our booth to try a variety of math games, challenges, and activities. From strategy-b

Bringing Financial Literacy to the Classroom

Jun 23, 2026 | Findlay Creek Blog

Recently, our team had the opportunity to visit Gowling Public School for a Financial Literacy event, where students explored how math connects to everyday decisions involving money. Financial literacy is becoming increasingly important for young people. Whether it's understanding the difference between needs and wants, comparing prices, calculatin

Pi Day 2026 at Mathnasium of Findlay Creek

Mar 26, 2026 | Findlay Creek Blog

We hosted our Pi Day event at Mathnasium of Findlay Creek recently, and it ended up being a really solid turnout. There was a bit of everything going on throughout the night. Games, small challenges, snacks, raffles. Some kids were locked in on the activities, others were more interested in hanging out and trying a bit of everything. It didn’t fe

Featured image for a blog about Nowruz: A festive Haft-Seen table display with spring flowers, sprouted greens (sabzeh), decorated eggs, apples, garlic, coins, and traditional dishes arranged on a colorful tablecloth. The text reads “Nowruz – A Spring Tradition Celebrated Around the World,” highlighting global celebrations, renewal, and cultural heritage.

Nowruz: A Spring Tradition Celebrated Around the World

Mar 19, 2026 | Findlay Creek Blog

Around this time of year, some families in Ottawa are preparing for Nowruz, the Persian New Year. For those who celebrate, it marks the beginning of spring and a fresh start for the year ahead. It’s a time that’s often associated with renewal, reflection, and resetting routines. Even for families who don’t celebrate, the timing is interesting. No

Why the 13th Is More Likely to Fall on a Friday Than Any Other Day

Mar 13, 2026 | Findlay Creek Blog

Friday the 13th has a reputation that goes far beyond math. Some people treat it as bad luck. Others barely notice it. But there is a genuinely interesting mathematical fact hiding behind the superstition: In the Gregorian calendar, the 13th of the month falls on a Friday more often than on any other weekday. This isn’t folklore or coincidence. I

Is Your Child Falling Behind in Math or Just Missing One Key Skill?

Mar 11, 2026 | Findlay Creek Blog

By February, many parents start to notice a low-level tension around math. Nothing dramatic has happened yet. There hasn’t been a big drop in marks or a call home from school. But homework feels heavier. Math conversations get shorter. There’s more resistance than there used to be. Grades may not have dropped dramatically. Homework is getting done,

Compound Interest: The Math That Makes Your Money Grow

Aug 14, 2025 | Findlay Creek Blog

August 14 is National Financial Awareness Day, a perfect time to talk about one of the most powerful concepts in personal finance: compound interest. At some point in high school, usually in Grade 10, 11, or 12, students learn about compound interest in math class. They memorize formulas, plug numbers into calculators, and get the “right” answer.

Mathnasium of Findlay Creek's Summer Camp: A Week of Coding, STEM, and Math Fun!

Jul 24, 2025 | Findlay Creek Blog

From July 14–18, Mathnasium of Findlay Creek was buzzing with creativity, curiosity, and excitement as we hosted our week-long summer camp. This wasn’t your average camp; we packed each 6-hour day with a dynamic blend of coding, STEM activities, math enrichment, and plenty of fun and games to keep kids engaged and inspired. This balance allowed stu

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