Science in the Cinema Presents Wonder
Hosted by the University of Calgary's Cumming School of Medicine (CSM), Science in the Cinema brings together science and popular culture in a fun and engaging way.
Wonder tells the inspiring story of August Pullman who was born with facial differences that prevented him from going to a mainstream school until 5th grade. As his classmates and community learn about compassion and acceptance, Auggie's journey will prove you can't blend in when you were born to stand out.
Presented by the University of Calgary's Alberta Children's Hospital Institute, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, The Mathison Centre for Mental Health Research & Education, Mental Health Research 4 Kids, and the Owerko Centre. Hosted in partnership with the Calgary Public Library.
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Location: Calgary Central Library, 800 3 St SE, Calgary, AB
Doors Open: 5:00 pm
Movie Starts: 5:30 pm *NEW TIME*
Discussion: Immediately following the screening
About the moderator
Coming soon
Wonder tells the inspiring story of August Pullman who was born with facial differences that prevented him from going to a mainstream school until 5th grade. As his classmates and community learn about compassion and acceptance, Auggie's journey will prove you can't blend in when you were born to stand out.
Presented by the University of Calgary's Alberta Children's Hospital Institute, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, The Mathison Centre for Mental Health Research & Education, Mental Health Research 4 Kids, and the Owerko Centre. Hosted in partnership with the Calgary Public Library.
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Location: Calgary Central Library, 800 3 St SE, Calgary, AB
Doors Open: 5:00 pm
Movie Starts: 5:30 pm *NEW TIME*
Discussion: Immediately following the screening
About the moderator
Coming soon
About the panelists
Coming soon
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As we strive to offer free community screenings and engaging discussions with our researchers, clinicians, and experts, we want to hear from you.
Submit your movie suggestions and health topics here.