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Turn Your Idea into $3,000 with the Venture Challenge!
Northern College, Northern Ontario Angels, and Timmins Economic Development are thrilled to invite Northern College students, alumni and grade 11-12 high school students in the region to participate in the Venture Northern College: Student Innovation Challenge – a celebration of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship across Northern Ontario!
This year’s challenge question: How might we improve safety and well-being, efficiency, environmental impact, or community outcomes in Northern Ontario’s mining industry through innovation?
- Develop creative solutions to real-world challenges
- Gain mentorship from industry leaders
- Build valuable networking and presentation skills
- Compete for cash prizes
1st place prize = $3,000
2nd place prize = $2,000
3rd place prize = $1,000
Key Dates:
- Deadline: January 30, 2026
- Live Pitch Event: March 26, 2026 at Northern College, Timmins Campus
Eligibility:
- Grade 11–12 students in Northeastern Ontario and James Bay coastal communities
- Northern College students and alumni
For full details and to apply, visit: http://www.northerncollege.ca/venture-challenge
Help us inspire the next generation of innovators and changemakers! Please share this opportunity widely.
Questions? Email us at innovation@northern.on.ca