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SUMMARY:SURGE Innovation: Neuro-Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:SURGE Neuro-Hackathon is a free\, weekend-long\, in-person hackathon where students from across Nova Scotia team up to tackle real-world problems using EEG neurotechnology. Teams are formed on-site — just show up ready to collaborate. You’ll choose a problem to solve\, use design thinking to build a working solution\, and pitch it to a panel by the end of the weekend. \nLearn more: https://www.surgeinnovation.ca/events/neuro-hackathon
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/surge-innovation-neuro-hackathon
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SUMMARY:Mission Accepted Space Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Mission Accepted is back for another year! 🚀 \nGet ready to tackle real-world challenges at the intersection of space\, satellite technology\, and Earth-observation data—with guidance from some of the people working in the sector today. \nNow in its 2nd year\, Mission Accepted brings students together with industry experts\, mentors\, and leaders from organizations including MDA Space and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA). Their involvement gives participants a rare opportunity to go beyond the classroom\, learn directly from professionals in Canada’s space sector\, and build connections that can open doors to future opportunities. \nThroughout the hackathon\, teams will work on challenging problems using satellite and other space-related data. You’ll have the opportunity to test ideas\, develop solutions\, receive feedback from industry mentors\, and pitch your work to a panel of judges with real-world experience in the sector. \nWhy participate? \n\nConnect with the space sector: Meet professionals from MDA\, CSA\, and other organizations working across Canada’s growing space and technology ecosystem.\nWork with real-world data and challenges: Explore how satellite and Earth-observation data can be used to address problems here on Earth.\nLearn from industry experts: Get direct mentorship and feedback from people working in the field.\nBuild something meaningful: Put your technical\, creative\, and problem-solving skills into practice in an intensive\, collaborative environment.\nWin cash prizes!\n\nYou don’t need to be a space expert to participate. Mission Accepted is designed for students from a range of backgrounds and disciplines. Whether you bring skills in programming\, data\, design\, business\, research\, or simply a passion for solving problems\, there’s a place for you on the mission. \nPRIZES\n1st place  –  $1000\n2nd place  –  $800\n3rd place  –  $600 \nSCHEDULE \nOctober 2\, 2026\n5:00PM  |  Registration starts\n6:00PM  |  Kick-off presentation\n7:00PM  |  Dinner\n9:00PM  |  Team confirmation deadline (end of day 1) \nOctober 3\, 2026\n9:00AM  |  Registration starts (coffee & tea available!)\n12:30PM  |  Lunch (provided)\n6:00PM  |  Dinner (provided)\n9:00PM  |  End of day 2 \nOctober 4\, 2026\n9:00AM  |  Registration starts (coffee & tea available!)\n12:30PM  |  Lunch\n1:30PM  | Submission Deadline\n2:00PM  |  Presentations & Judging\n4:30PM  |  Awards & Closing Ceremony \nDate: October 2-4\, 2026\nLocation: Goldberg Computer Science Building\nRegistration: https://www.shiftkeylabs.ca/register \nAccept the mission\, register now!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/mission-accepted-space-hackathon
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge 2026
DESCRIPTION:Agentic AI for Good: Building intelligent solutions to real-world challenges. \nWhat can you build with agentic AI? The Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge 2026 invites post-secondary students from across Atlantic Canada to explore the possibilities of AI-driven innovation. \nOver five weeks\, teams will work virtually to develop intelligent solutions to societal challenges\, culminating in an in-person final pitch competition at ShiftKey Labs in Halifax*. Whether you’re interested in technology\, business\, social impact\, or entrepreneurship\, this is your chance to experiment with emerging AI technologies\, build something meaningful\, and showcase your ideas. \n\nThe challenge \nThis year’s theme\, Agentic AI for Good\, challenges students to think beyond traditional AI tools and explore how autonomous\, AI-driven systems can address real-world problems. Challenge statements will be announced soon. Full details about the challenge can be found in the slide deck! (click the link!) \nHow it works \n\nForm your team and submit your idea by November 1 at 11:59PM: Connect with other students and assemble your team. Develop your concept and submit your proposed solution.\nBuild your MVP: Work virtually over the following weeks to turn your idea into a working prototype.\nNovember 15 — MVP semi-finals: Present your progress for a chance to be among the top eight teams.\nNovember 28 — Final pitch competition: The top eight teams come together in person at ShiftKey Labs in Halifax to present their solutions and compete for cash prizes.\n\nWhat’s in it for you? \n\nHands-on experimentation with agentic AI\nAn opportunity to solve meaningful societal and business challenges\nCollaboration with students from across Atlantic Canada\nCash prizes\n\n1st place: $2000\n2nd place: $1500\n3rd place: $1000\n\n\nAn opportunity to showcase your work and connect with the Cognizant team\n\nOpen to students across Atlantic Canada \nThe Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge welcomes students from post-secondary institutions throughout Atlantic Canada. The event is primarily virtual\, making it accessible to participants across the region.\n*Eligible participants travelling from outside Halifax will receive travel cost coverage for the in-person finale (restrictions apply). \nReady to build something? \nBring your curiosity\, find your team\, and take on the Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge 2026. \nSubmit your team and idea by November 1st\, 2026! \nThe Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge 2026 is a Cognizant event organized and hosted by ShiftKey Labs.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/cognizant-brainstorm-challenge-2026
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Virtual
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