CRYSTAL Atlantique is a research collaboration created to study and promote the culture of science/ technology and mathematics. In collaboration with the New Brunswick and Nova Scotia Departments of Education, CRYSTAL Atlantic brings together an English and Francophone research team consisting of educators, scientists, experts in related disciplines, and community organizations. Our first research focus is informal learning and creating a culture of science, technology and mathematics. Each year the entire CRYSTAL Atlantique research team meets to share what they have learned with one another and the public the Colloquium. We are excited to merge our annual Colloquium with the SMArts conference. Those wishing to know more about our research studies and program can visit our website at www.crystalatlantique.ca.