WaiHACKATHON
Canada 2023
WAI Canada Hackathon is a virtual collaboration event between October 23 and November 17, 2023, with the final event happening on November 17, 2023. We invite diverse talents and teams to harness the power of AI in crafting solutions that address social issues or market gaps, in line with the World Economic Forum's vision for the Fourth Industrial Revolution for the Earth or commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Teams can choose to develop a conceptual program, product prototype, or business model.
Register and submit Abstract between September 1– October 13, 2023!
OUR MECHANISM
WAI Canada Hackathon allows participants to develop practical and applicable skills involving AI, innovation, and societal problem solving. It provides an opportunity to connect with like-minded peers and professionals in the industry through mentorships, workshops, pitch presentations and judging. At the end of the hackathon, participants will present their pitch decks and models to industry expert judges.
Important Dates
How to Participate?
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The Call for Abstract Submission is open for application between September 1 - October 13, 2023.
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You are required to submit your application, with the details of your group of size 1-3, along with the abstract of the problem and solution you are submitting.
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Your solution should be plaigarism free and also adhere to the theme of this years Challenge - World Economic Forum's vision for the Fourth Industrial Revolution for the Earth or commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
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If we require you to change your problem or solution, we will contact you via email before the Challenge opens formally on October 23, 2023
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You will be paired with a mentor, to help you guide throughout the development of your proposed solution
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The Challenge period will be between October 23 - November 17, 2023, where you will attend weekly mentoring sessions and relevant technical workshops
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On Nov 17, 2023, there will be a final Hackathon Ceremony where you will submit and present your usecase and solutions to the Jury Members
All Hackers Welcome!
WAI Canada Hackathon is open to all peers in North America committed to WAI Canada’s mission. Participants of any skill set and industry are welcome to collaborate in a team to develop a pitch deck that addresses social issues or market gaps, in line with the World Economic Forum’s vision for the Fourth Industrial Revolution for the Earth or commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Teams can choose to develop a conceptual program, product prototype, or business model. Participants can have code, low code, or no code experience.
Participants must:
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Be fully committed to completing the Hackathon
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Have general knowledge about OR interest in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or Technology
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Have an entrepreneurial and team building spirit
During the hackathon, you will experience an intensive but at the same time engaging and diverse format which involves working with your team and peers. You will be learning from speakers and industry experts, spending individual sessions with mentors aligned with particular topics and expertise, and finally participating in entertaining activities which will help you to reassess how you imagine.
Sponsor Us!
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Showcase your commitment to advancing inclusive AI for a common future
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Feature your marketing material through WAI media channels
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Attract talented and innovative leaders from various disciplines
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Connect with other industry leaders who value the reduction of inequality in the tech industry
Join Us!
WAI Canada Hackathon is seeking additional team members / volunteers for our upcoming WaiHackathon to support our content efforts during the event.
Involvement is completely remote and flexible. Great opportunity for innovators, technologists, and students alike!
Apply to be our Volunteer and mention Hackathon.