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Future Legends! University of Waterloo Edition 2025 — a sold-out weekend of building, pitching, and prize-winning.
University of Toronto Edition
Join 500+ of Canada’s brightest student builders to design the future of sustainable and smart cities for the next university stop in our hackathon series.
Presented by Startup Ecosystem Canada's University of Toronto Student Club, the Future Legends! Hackathon challenges 500+ of Canada's brightest university students to design innovative, real-world solutions at the intersection of sustainability and technology.
Over 5 hours, participants will collaborate, prototype, and pitch ideas, designing solutions for modern urban life. This experience is centered on sustainability, smart infrastructure, civic innovation, and the future of connected cities.
You bring the ideas — we bring the mentors, the prizes, and the arcade.
Four mission tracks shape the build. Pick your lane — or weave them together.
Ambitious, scalable ideas that can move markets and shape industries.
Applied machine learning, agents, and intelligent systems for real-world problems.
Climate, energy, circular systems, and tech for a more sustainable Canada.
Mobility, civic tech, infrastructure, and the future of connected urban life.
A national network designed to nurture the next generation of world-changing companies. Our University Clubs initiative extends this mission across campuses coast to coast.
Future Legends! University of Waterloo Edition 2025 — a sold-out weekend of building, pitching, and prize-winning.
Everything you need to know before you apply.
Any student or recent graduate with a passion for technology and innovation can join. All skill levels are welcome!
No! The hackathon is completely free for all participants.
Bring your laptop, charger, and enthusiasm! We'll provide food, drinks, and workspace.
The project scope will be revealed on Day 1 of the hackathon!
Teams can have 2–4 members. Don't have a team? We'll help you find one at the event!
Cash prizes, and swag to be revealed soon!
Want to partner, sponsor, or get involved? We'd love to hear from you.
Reach 500+ of Canada's brightest student builders. Sponsorship packages, brand activations, and judging seats available now.
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