Embark on a transformative 8-month journey of innovation and collaboration, where you’ll join a community of passionate changemakers dedicated to water stewardship in Canada’s Prairie provinces. This year, the AquaHacking Prairies Challenge will focus on tackling critical water issues affecting the region’s vast and interconnected ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on weaving in Indigenous knowledge and collaborating with Indigenous-led organizations and community groups.
AquaHacking brings together students from multiple disciplines to find solutions to regional water issues and work together to innovate, inspire, and collaborate with local changemakers.
Through the AquaHacking Prairies Challenge, participants will gain access to mentorship, tools, and resources to transform innovative ideas into impactful startups that will benefit the environment, economy, and communities—both urban and rural.
Participants will compete for the following prizes: 1st place : $20 000; 2nd place : $10 000; 3rd place : $5 000; People’s Choice Award: $1 000.