Science is a Drag

Science is a Drag

Toronto, Canada

LGBTQ+Science & Research
National reach
Profile last updated: August 4, 2026

About

Science is a Drag is a non-profit organisation based in Toronto, Canada working on lgbtq+, science & research.

Science is a Drag is a registered not-for-profit in Canada that runs an award-winning science communication show and offers keynotes, workshops and performances. It uses drag as a community-centred medium to make research accessible and to promote inclusion in STEM, with a focus on 2SLGBTQIA scientists and audiences. Its performers are scientists and drag artists who are trained by an expert production team. The organisation works with corporate, academic, government, research and public-facing organisations, mainly in Toronto and across Canada.

Location

Toronto, Canada

Focus areas

science communicationSTEMdraginclusion2SLGBTQIAdiversity, equity and inclusionToronto

Languages

EN

Causes & programmes

Causes

LGBTQ+Science & Research

Works for

LGBTQ+ peopleCommunities

How they work

Awareness & educationCapacity buildingCommunity programmes

Programmes

Science is a Drag show

Science & Research · Canada

Live stage shows that use drag performance to present scientific research, with scientists and drag performers trained by the organisation's production team. Flagship shows are held in Toronto, with community shows also offered.

Countries of operation

Canada

Funding & support

Ways to support

Corporate partnership

Credentials & affiliations

Awards

Silver Award, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Community Outreach (Anthem Awards)

Anthem Awards

Special Award for Inclusive Science Engagement (Falling Walls Engage)

Falling Walls Engage

Partnerships

AstraZeneca, Google, GSK, Government of Canada, Canadian Cancer Society

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