Ready to think fast, collaborate big, and solve real-world challenges?
The hackathon/ideathon is a high-energy, fast-paced experience where you will step outside the classroom, push your creativity, connect with like-minded innovators, and make a real impact in one exciting experience.
Program highlights:
- 16-hour immersive experience
- Work in interdisciplinary teams
- Solve real-world challenges from industry and community partners
- Brainstorm ideas, build solutions, and pitch to a panel of judges
- Receive a $350 honorarium upon successful completion
Applications are now open!
Applications are now open for our upcoming fall 2026 and winter 2027 Hackathon/Ideathon opportunities.
Detailed program dates and schedules will be shared with accepted applicants.
Ready to get involved? Apply now to submit your application.
Past partners
- Cambridge Food Bank | Food security ideathon | Winter 2025
- Full Circle Foods | Zero waste hackathon | Fall 2025
- GHD | Adaptive reuse ideathon | Winter 2026
Participant experiences
“This experience allowed me to tackle an extremely important topic in my community, create realistic solutions, and hopefully help encourage strong changes in approach. I look forward to working on other projects!”
Student participant, winter 2025
“It was very nice to use my data science and hardware skills to solve a real world business problem!”
Student participant, fall 2025
“A very valuable experience that has made me grow as a designer by challenging myself to think outside the box and connect with others.”
Student participant, winter 2026
“What an amazing opportunity for Cambridge Food Bank and our entire community! The creative ideas have given us direction, and you will soon see many ideathon submissions in our day-to-day practice!”
Host venture, ideathon (2025)
Have questions? We're here to help
For more information or any questions, feel free to contact us at experienceventures@conestogac.on.ca.