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SUMMARY:AI and Mental Wellbeing Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Calling all creative minds and problem-solvers! 🚀 ShiftKey Labs presents the ShiftKey GenAI Mental Wellness Hackathon\, happening January 17–19\, 2025. This three-day event invites students from across Nova Scotia and all faculties to innovate with Generative AI and develop solutions to support mental health. Explore how Generative AI can revolutionize mental health and well-being. \nThis year’s hackathon focuses on a single\, unified stream\, blending creativity\, coding\, and collaboration to design impactful solutions. Whether you’re an experienced coder or simply passionate about mental wellness\, there’s a place for you to contribute and make a difference. \n📅 Dates: January 17–19\, 2025\n📍 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building \nWhat’s in store?\n✨ Prizes for top-performing teams.\n🎮 A chill zone with games and movies for downtime.\n🌟 Opportunities to network\, collaborate and make a difference. \nSign Up Here: Register Here \nFAQ \n\nWhat is Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI)?  \n\nPopular tools such as CHAT GPT\, Jasper Chat\, Google Bard\, etc.\, are some Gen AI tools. This is a type of AI technology that can produce several types of content.  \n\n\nWho can take part in this hackathon?  \n\nThis hackathon is open to everyone regardless of their coding skill level and education background.  \n\n\nParticipants can choose from the either stream –  \n\nCreation of a tool and demonstration (coding stream)  \nPotential idea presentation and pitch (non-coding stream) \n\n\nWhy should I take part in the hackathon?  \n\nGet an opportunity to network with other participants\, experienced judges and mentors. Learn industry-based skills\, gain valuable experience and show it off on your resume. Great food during the hackathon and amazing prizes valued up to $1000 for the winners. \n\n\n\nSchedule \nFriday: \n\n\n\nTime\nProgram\nLocation/Room\n\n\n18:30\nOpen Team Formation\nOnline\n\n\n\n  \nSaturday: \n\n\n\nTime\nProgram\nLocation/Room\n\n\n09:30\nDoors open\, Coffee & Tea\nGoldberg Atrium\n\n\n10:00-11:30\nPresentation/Kick-off\nRoom 127\n\n\n12:30\nHackathon 101\nRoom 127\n\n\n13:00-14:00\nWork time + QnA\nGoldberg\n\n\n14:00-15:00\nLunch\nGoldberg Atrium\n\n\n15:00-18:30\nWork time + QnA\nGoldberg\n\n\n18:30\nSubmit Round 1\nOnline\n\n\n19:00-20:00\nDinner\nGoldberg Atrium\n\n\n20:00-21:00\nWork time\nGoldberg\n\n\n21:00-22:30\nEntertainment\nMultiple Rooms\n\n\n\n– Board Games\nRoom 134\n\n\n\n– Movies\nRoom 127\n\n\n\n– Video Games\nRoom 143\n\n\n\n  \nSunday: \n\n\n\nTime\nProgram\nLocation/Room\n\n\n09:00\nBreakfast – Coffee\, Tea\nAtrium\n\n\n09:30-13:00\nWork time\nGoldberg\n\n\n13:00\nLunch\nAtrium\n\n\n13:30- 15:30\nWork time\nGoldberg\n\n\n15:30\nFinal Submission Due\nOnline\n\n\n16:00\nPresentations\nRoom 127: CIBC Auditorium\n\n\n17:30\nJudging & Awards\nRoom 127: CIBC Auditorium\n\n\n\n  \nDon’t miss your chance to innovate for mental wellness! Mark your calendars\, gather your team\, and join us in shaping the future of mental wellness through Generative AI! \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ai-and-mental-wellbeing-hackathon
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTSTAMP:20260422T192129
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SUMMARY:Global Game Jam 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are You Ready to Jam? \nThe Global Game Jam 2025 is here! Dive into a weekend of creativity\, collaboration\, and game-making magic hosted by ShiftKey Labs. \nSign up Here: https://bit.ly/40b5QTt \n🎯 Build a game from scratch \n🤝 Connect with fellow creators \n💡 Discover new ideas and skills \nThis non-competitive event is perfect for anyone curious about gaming\, whether you’re an artist\, programmer\, or dreamer. \n📅 24th Jan – 26th Jan 2025 \n📍 Dalhousie University \nDon’t just play games — create them! \nSchedule \n \n🚍 Truro Bus Information 🚍 \nThis year it is possible to choose a ticket that will bring you to Halifax and back by bus. This ticket is open to anyone who can get to the Truro pick-up location (36 Arthur St.\, Forrester Hall). Folks who use this ticket are welcome to come and stay the whole weekend\, but will need to arrange their own accommodation. If you can’t organize accommodation\, you can take the return trip Friday and Sunday\, and work remotely on the Saturday. See schedule below: \nFriday\, Jan 24\nDeparting Truro from 36 Arthur St. (Forrester Hall) at 3:00PM\nDeparting Halifax from 5793 University Ave. (CHEB) at 8:00PM \nSaturday\, Jan 25\nOption to work remotely on projects. Our friends at NSCC will be hosting people in their building (stay tuned for more information). Mentors and support will be available online through our Discord channel. \nSunday\, Jan 26\nDeparting Truro from 36 Arthur St. (Forrester Hall) at 9:00AM\nDeparting Halifax from 5793 University Ave. (CHEB) at 7:00PM \nThank you for your support!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ggj25
LOCATION:Collaborative Health Education Building (CHEB) and Goldberg Computer Science Building
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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SUMMARY:Game Jam Next 2025
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, January 25th\, the Dalhousie University Computer Science outreach team will be hosting Global Game Jam NEXT 2025! This is a world-wide game creation challenge where students ages 12 to 17 come together to create their own games in a limited amount of time. The event will include an opening presentation\, lunch\, and the chance to play the games that everyone creates. Mentors and staff will be on-site to help with any questions you might have or if you want to learn something new. You can work with a team or as an individual to create a digital game\, or a physical game! Board games\, card games\, anything you can think of. A limited number of laptops will be available\, but please feel free to bring your own device if you’d like. \nIf you’re interested in joining us for a day of game creation and creativity\, please register over on our Eventbrite page. Please only register if you plan on joining us\, as we have a limited number of tickets available. There is no cost to join the event. Please note that all participants will need to have a parent or guardian sign a permission slip upon arrival. If you have any questions\, feel free to reach out to us at techhub@dal.ca with anything you’d like to talk about. We look forward to seeing you there! 👾🎮🍓
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/game-jam-next-2025
LOCATION:The PIER\, 1209 Marginal Road\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
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SUMMARY:ShiftKey x WiTS: Breaking Barriers Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:On June 28th and 29th\, join ShiftKey and WiTS for the ShiftKey x WiTS: Breaking Barriers Hackathon! 👩‍🦱🧔‍♀️🧑👩 \nThrough using tech\, explore how to combat systemic barriers faced by women and nonbinary individuals in the workforce across Canada. You can build apps\, webpages\, or anything else you desire! \nThis hackathon is open to all who identify as a woman or nonbinary. No tech background is required\, and you can come by yourself or create a team. \nWhy you should come: \n✨ Win fantastic prizes \n✨ Connect with other women and nonbinary students from Nova Scotia \n✨ Develop your tech skills \n📅 Dates: June 28th-29th (starts at 9 am each day). \n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building \n💰 Cost: FREE! \nSign up here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events \n  \nFAQ \nWho can participate? \nAnyone identifying as a woman or non-binary individual\, or allies passionate about gender equity in tech and social change. \nDo I need to know how to code? \nNo! There will be both technical and non-technical tracks. Bring your creativity and passion. \nCan I come without a team? \nAbsolutely. We will help with team formation and have a Discord server to connect. \nHow much does it cost? \nFree! Food\, swag\, and resources are covered thanks to our collaborators. \nSchedule
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-x-wits-breaking-barriers-hackathon
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251019
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SUMMARY:RBC HubHacks
DESCRIPTION:You must have registered and attended the RBC Hub Hacks Team Building event to be eligible to join.\n\n📅 Date: October 16th-October 18th\n⏰ Time: All Day\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/rbc-hubhacks
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
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SUMMARY:Mission Accepted! Space Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Mission Accepted Space Hackathon\, where students and early-career professionals are invited to create innovative solutions using Canadian satellite data. Over the course of 2 full days\, teams will dive into challenges focused on space technology\, satellite data\, earth observation\, data processing\, and sustainability. \nParticipants will have access to both open- and closed-source Canadian datasets\, mentorship from industry experts\, and technical guidance to bring innovative solutions to life. This is your chance to make an impact\, learn new skills\, and connect with Canada’s space innovation community. This event is open to everyone\, but you’ll get the most out of it if you have basic coding skills. \nThis event is proudly co-hosted by ShiftKey Labs and MDA Space\, with the participation of the Canadian Space Agency. \nAll that’s left to say is — Mission Accepted! \n✏️ Register Here \n\nSchedule: \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/mda-space-challenge
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110
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SUMMARY:Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge brings together students from diverse disciplines to explore how artificial intelligence can drive sustainable change. Over one high-energy weekend\, participants will collaborate to imagine\, design\, and prototype innovative AI solutions that align with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:  \n\nGoal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities \n\n\nGoal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production \n\n\nGoal 13: Climate Action \n\nThe specific challenge statement will be revealed at the event kick-off — but expect to tackle questions at the intersection of technology\, sustainability\, and community impact.  \n  \nEvent Highlights \n\nWork in teams to develop creative\, AI-driven approaches to real-world sustainability issues. Teams must be between 3-5 participants.  \n\n\nGain guidance and insight from the many Cognizant mentors who will be present. \n\n\nCompete for cash prizes! \n\n\n\n\n1st place: $1500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n2nd place: $1000 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n3rd place: $500 \n\n\n\n\nStrengthen your abilities in AI\, data\, and design thinking while contributing to meaningful global goals. \n\nSchedule\n \nLocation: Goldberg Computer Science Building (6050 University Avenue)  \nRegistration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events   \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/cognizant-brainstorm-challenge-2
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260422T192129
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SUMMARY:Global Game Jam 2026
DESCRIPTION:Are You Ready to Jam? \nThe Global Game Jam 2026 is here! Dive into a weekend of creativity\, collaboration\, and game-making magic hosted by ShiftKey Labs. \nSign up Here: Global Game Jam 2026 – Halifax\, N.S. Tickets\, Fri\, Jan 30\, 2026 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite \n🎯 Build a game from scratch \n🤝 Connect with fellow creators \n💡 Discover new ideas and skills \nThis non-competitive event is perfect for anyone curious about gaming\, whether you’re an artist\, programmer\, or dreamer. \n📅 Jan 30 – Feb 1\, 2026 \n📍 Dalhousie University \nDon’t just play games — create them!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/global-game-jam-2026
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
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SUMMARY:National Canadian Medical Datathon
DESCRIPTION:The National Canadian Medical Datathon is a two-day\, beginner-friendly innovation sprint where students from medicine\, computer science\, engineering\, business\, public health\, and more team up to solve healthcare problems using data. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat happens: \n\nYou’ll work in an interdisciplinary team on a healthcare challenge using a provided dataset.\nApply your skillset (coding\, analytics\, design\, strategy\, research\, communication) to explore the data\, build models/solutions\, and turn findings into something useful.\nMentors support you throughout (approach selection\, troubleshooting\, interpretation\, and presentation).\nYou’ll finish by presenting what you built with a chance to compete against other schools!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy it matters: \n\n\nHealthcare is one of the biggest\, fastest-moving spaces for technology and data— nd it needs people who can build\, evaluate\, and communicate solutions responsibly. This event is designed to help you build confidence in: \n\n\n\nworking with real-world health datasets + constraints\napplying technical methods (analytics/ML) to messy problems\ntranslating results into clear\, decision-ready takeaways\ncollaborating across disciplines (clinical + technical + operational)\n\n\n\nWho should join: \n\n\n\nAny post-secondary student who’s curious about healthcare\, data\, AI/ML\, product\, design\, or innovation\nBeginners welcome (and supported) + experienced folks who want a meaningful problem space\n\n\n\nNo prior health background required. Coding helps\, but it’s not mandatory there are roles for every skillset. \n\n\nSign up here: Registration Form
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/national-canadian-medical-datathon
LOCATION:Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub\, 1625 Grafton St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J0E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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SUMMARY:DHS: Hack to the Future
DESCRIPTION:Hack to the Future — Hackathon Hosted by Dalhousie Hacker Society \nThe Dalhousie Hacker Society is excited to host its first-ever hackathon\, bringing together students who are curious about technology\, innovation\, and building things that matter. \nWith support from Digital Nova Scotia and ShiftKey Labs\, this event will give participants the chance to collaborate\, experiment\, and create alongside a community of makers\, developers\, designers\, and problem-solvers. Whether you’re an experienced coder or completely new to hackathons\, this event is designed to be welcoming\, creative\, and hands-on. \nOver the course of this one-day challenge\, participants will form teams\, explore new ideas\, and build projects from scratch with guidance from mentors and industry professionals. \nEvent Details\n📅 Date: March 22\, 2026\n📍 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\n⏰ Time: 9:00AM-5:00PM \nRegister now: https://shiftkeylabs.ca/register \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dhs-hack-to-the-future
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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