Virtual info session – Cooperathon 2026

​Curious about turning your ideas into real-world social impact and the chance to win a piece of $100K in prizes?

​Join the University of Waterloo's flagship entrepreneurship centre, Velocity, and Desjardins to get inspired about Cooperathon 2026.

​The March 2nd virtual session will feature everything you need to know about the 2026 Cooperathon.

‍What is Cooperathon?

‍Cooperathon is a Canada-wide free entrepreneurial program that helps develop an innovative idea to start a business or advance academic research, culminating in a competition offering cash prizes and personalized support to empower projects with the highest social, environmental, or economic impact potential come to life.

Whether you are discovering Cooperathon or have already attended one of our sessions, this meeting is for you!
In addition to exploring the 2026 training journey and challenges, take advantage of a networking time to exchange with innovative project leaders and creative minds ready to bring their talent to a team.

​Program Components:

• Comprehensive and hands-on training with subject matter experts, provided online for your flexibility
• Strategic mentorship and networking opportunities
• Opportunity to win up to 100K in cash prizes and post-competition support
• Already have a business idea? Connect with like-minded students to build your team

​If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, join us!

‣ Register to join the information session online on Wednesday, February 25 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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