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26th in-person and 27th online on October, 2024 | United College, University of Waterloo, Ontario

Submissions are now closed! Thank you to everyone who applied. We will contact you shortly.

Become a Mentor!

At Incubator Hacks, mentorship is an important component of our mission to equip hackers with the resources to build their pitched projects post-hackathon. Mentors are fellow tech nerds who bring their own previous experiences from hackathons or tech projects to help groups develop their projects. As a mentor, you will guide hackers through their tech journey, offering experience, knowledge, and encouragement based on your own experiences. Mentors also play a key role in picking winning projects that they'd be willing to support post-hackathon. This weekly commitment is two to three hours until the project is fully built.

Currently we need mentors who have technical skills that match our prize categories: Artificial Intelligence, Brain -Computer Interfaces, Game Design and Development, Robotics/Hardware, Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality, and ICP Blockchain.

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What is Incubator Hacks?

Incubator Hacks is a unique 2-day tech competition where participants develop cool project ideas, mockups and pitches in emerging technologies. It's highly beginner-friendly, offering technical support from mentors for winning projects, along with various prizes. This event serves as an idea incubator, encouraging innovation and learning.
What will I need to participate?

You will need a laptop and charger. Accounts on platforms like Figma and ChatGPT can also be helpful.
Who is eligible to participate in Incubator Hacks?

Students of any age or from any region are eligible to participate. No prior coding experience is required, just a willingness to learn and a commitment to continue working on projects after the hackathon.
Do I need to know how to code?

No prior coding experience is necessary! This hackathon is designed for beginners, providing a supportive environment for you to learn and thrive in the tech industry. All you need is a willingness to learn.
How many people can be on a team?

Teams can consist of 1 to 4 participants to be eligible for prizes.
How do I find a team if I don't have one?

You can find a team through various opportunities on the first day or two of the hackathon. We will have a team formation Discord channel and host team formation activities to help you meet other participants, introduce yourself, and collaborate on projects over the weekend.
Do I need a team?

While you can participate alone, we highly recommend forming a team. Team participation allows you to meet others with similar interests and build connections in the STEM community. If you don't have a team, we will provide opportunities to meet potential teammates during the hackathon.
How will mentoring work?

Mentors, who also serve as judges, will be available to provide guidance throughout the weekend. They will select pitches to sponsor post-hackathon, helping turn them into real projects. This mentorship can involve a weekly 2-3 hour commitment from both mentors and participants after the hackathon.
What are the prize categories?

The prize categories include Artificial Intelligence, Brain-Computer Interfaces, Game Design and Development, Robotics/Hardware, and Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality.