***Northeastern University Students: Thank you for your interest! Registration for the YVR Hackathon is now closed and is SOLD-OUT!***

YVR is rethinking what digital transformation means for an airport and engaging the community is integral to innovation and momentum for YVR.

Located on Sea Island (Musqueam Territory), YVR is part of an expansive community with real world problems that need solving. With that, YVR is inviting students from Lower Mainland colleges and universities to solve a maintenance related challenge at the airport requiring innovative thinking and collaboration.

Who:

• YVR’s Innovation Hub and Maintenance Team, in partnership with Schneider and Ainsworth.
• Open to all Lower Mainland college and university students.
• Sponsored by BCIT, Northeastern University and SFU.

 What:

• A student Hackathon aimed at solving real-world industry challenges.
• Student teams of 4-8 will each solve one or more problem statements and can expect to present their findings to a panel of judges, representing both industry and academia.
• A light breakfast and lunch will be provided (vegan and dairy free options available).
• An awards ceremony, with special guests and speaking remarks, will wrap up the event.
• First place will receive a $5,000 cash prize, $3,000 for second place, and third and fourth places will receive $1000 each.
• YVR will capture the Hackathon through video and photos and will share these with media and community partners. YVR, BCIT, SFU and Northeastern University will all amplify content from the event on their channels, which students are encouraged to share!

Teams, Free Agents and Matchmaking:

• Don’t have a Team? Don’t worry, we can find you the perfect match.
  • Register for the Hackathon as a “Free Agent” and follow the instructions in your confirmation email.
• Have a Team but still looking for more members with key skills?
  • Register your Team and follow instructions in your confirmation email to explore Free Agents.
• You have a Team and are not interested in adding anymore members?
  • Register for the Hackathon and follow the instructions in your confirmation email.
• Have questions about teams and registration?
  Submit your query here.

When:

• Registration closes April 4 midnight.
• Event April 5-12.
• Students will come to YVR on Friday April 5 for kick-off and assignment information.
• For the duration of the Hackathon students may work at YVR or at home.
• Friday April 12 will be fine tuning, presentations and awards at YVR.

Location:

• Vancouver International Airport
  East Concourse (far east of terminal) by US check in
  3211 Grant McConachie Way Richmond, BC V7B OA4

Make sure you coordinate with your teams and register asap as it’s first come first served!