List of hackathons in Vancouver, Canada in 2019

The Justice Hack 2019 - Victoria

OrcaJam is Victoria’s annual 48 hour game jam. Come join local and visiting designers, developers, programmers, artists and musicians of all skill levels to make a game from scratch in only 48 hours! Space Is Limited! You should come if: You've started but never finished a game You've never released a game You're not the greatest programmer ever You want to make a board game/tabletop RPG/not-a-video-game - all games are welcome! You should especially come if you're a digital artist! If you're new to programming, you should check out one of Canada Learning Code's workshops. This game jam is not a class, if you want to make a videogame you need to be able to code already. You should bring: Whatever you like to use to make games! For lots of people that's a laptop with Unity or GameMaker installed on it, but board games, card games, and any other game that you can build and play at a table is welcome.  Just Feel Like Helping Out? VOLUNTEER SIGN UP Heads up! The early bird price of $20 is only until Oct 1st, regular price is $30.

The Justice Hack, presented by Clio and hosted by VIATEC, is back for our second annual legal tech hackathon and this year we are expanding to Victoria! Come join us as we tackle the barriers that prevent British Columbians from accessing B.C.'s legal and judicial systems. Tickets on sale now! [$30 each after Sept. 19] This year, teams will develop tech solutions that help small- and medium-sized businesses and startups with everyday legal challenges. No law degree or coding skills required. Everyone is welcome to come and learn about access to justice (A2J) issues. Join a team. Develop a solution. Pitch your idea. Sign up today at:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-justice-hack-2019-victoria-hackathon-tickets-71602628389 This is our first Victoria event, made possible with support from the Law Foundation of BC.

"No one, VC or angel, has invested in more of the top startups than Ron Conway. He knows what happened in every deal in the Valley, half the time because he arranged it." –Paul Graham on The Ronco Principle  SV Angel is a San Francisco-based investment firm that is widely regarded as one of the most successful angel investing firms of all time. Kartik Talwar joined SV Angel in 2014 as an Insight Engineer while studying Astrophysics at the University of Waterloo. At SV Angel, Kartik ultimately built internal tools to track all investments, deals, financing, requests and relationships across 500 investments made and thousands considered ever year.  How did they evaluate thousands of the top investment opportunities? How did they invest in the earliest rounds of Google, PayPal, Airbnb, Pinterest, Twitter, SnapChat, Square and other titans?  What is it like evaluating and investing in cutting edge tech? What does it take to launch a global engineering and education initiative like ETHGlobal and Hack the North? How are great teams and ideas brought to life? What does engineering excellence and the world's top talent look like in the heart of American tech culture?  Kartik Talwar, now a General Partner at A.Capital focused on crypto and Advisor at SV Angel, will walk us through these questions, his transition from an engineer to an investor, and more in our  next Terminal Tech Talk. Hors d'oeuvres, drinks and a great discussion will be served on September 26th at 5:30PM PST. Of course, as always, all are welcome! FORMAT: 5:30PM – VIPs and guests arrive 5:30PM – Drinks & hors d'oeuvres 6:00PM – Fireside chat begins 7:00PM – Event wraps up     About the speaker Kartik Talwar: Kartik Talwar graduated from the University of Waterloo with a degree in Physics but before he did, he wrote an API for the university. Kartik also co-founded Hack The North where he oversaw and planned the execution of Canada’s largest hackathon and arguably the best hackathon in the world. In 2016, Kartik rejoined SV Angel where he tackled a portfolio of more than 500 companies by building internal tools to track all investments, deals, financing, requests and relationships. The tools now help manage the thousands of investments SV Angel considers annually. As an investor, Kartik led SV Angel's efforts in the cryptocurrency and blockchain spaces. Kartik is also co-founder ETHGlobal, the world's largest ethereum hackathon network. In the past two years, Kartik planned, oversaw and executed world-class ETHGlobal events in Singapore, Paris, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Bangalore, Cape Town, New York, Waterloo, Denver and, of course, San Francisco. The global roadshow continues and is responsible for onboarding thousands of developers into the Ethereum ecosystem. Kartik also helped source, promote and lead investments in MakerDAO, Dfinity, Handshake and blockchain-based video game Cryptokitties, which exploded in popularity last year and has already hosted millions of transactions. The CryptoKitties concept was first prototyped at ETHWaterloo, the first ETHGlobal event. Kartik is also a Software Mentor at Velocity, the world's largest and most productive free accelerator.  Kartik is the author of numerous open souce projects on his GitHub page. In 2019, Kartik was named Forbes 30 Under 30 in Venture Capital. LANGUAGES:  Python, JavaScript/React.js/Node.js, PHP, Ruby, Go, C, C++, Java DATABASES:  MySQL, PostgreSQL, Firebase, ElasticSearch, Riak, MongoDB MARKUP:  HTML, CSS, MarkDown, JSON/XML/ERB, Puppet, LATEX About the moderator Nabil Fahel: Nabil Fahel is a founder, entrepreneur and investor based in Canada. He has advised hundreds of startups and created a few since starting his career in tech in 2005. Nabil helped Shopify open their first office in Waterloo Region prior to their IPO and subsequently joined Shopify to help them establish three more offices in the region. Following that, Nabil helped establish the first Terminal office in Waterloo Region and joined the company as a director to help them open two more offices in the region and three more offices across Canada in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. Nabil is the founding strategic advisor of Hack The North, co-founder of ETHWaterloo and co-founder of Waterloo Poker Classic. Nabil's also affectionately known as the Pablo Escobar of Hummus having co-founded the world's first HaaS company with his mom which was one of the top 1% of employee stores at Shopify and continues to keep his parents busy today. Community is important to Nabil and he also serves on two not-for-profit boards. Nabil holds an MBA from the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics and an HBA from York University with a triple concentration in Economics, Sociology, and Political Science.

The Justice Hack, presented by Clio and hosted by KPMG, is back for our second annual legal tech hackathon. Join us as we tackle the barriers that prevent British Columbians from accessing B.C.'s legal and judicial systems. Tickets on sale now! [$30 each after Sept. 12] This year, teams will develop tech solutions that help small- and medium-sized businesses and startups with everyday legal challenges. No law degree or coding skills required. Everyone is welcome to come and learn about access to justice (A2J) issues. Join a team. Develop a solution. Pitch your idea. Sign up today at:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-justice-hack-2019-vancouver-hackathon-tickets-70090369181 This is our second Vancouver event, made possible with support from the Law Foundation of BC. We are a proud community partner of Vancouver Startup Week.

The Justice Hack 2019 - Vancouver

Connecting people. Empowering the community. Celebrating success. Vancouver Startup Week (VSW) is a week-long celebration that builds momentum and fosters connections among entrepreneurs, investors, leaders, and friends within the Greater Vancouver startup community. VSW is run by a team of passionate and dedicated volunteers, each of whom come from the startup ecosystem in Vancouver, and beyond. Five years and running, Vancouver Startup Week has become a globally recognized brand supported by great companies, civic leaders, educators, business pioneers, and more. In 2018 we brought together more than 2,000 people at 108 events, including investor showcases, panel discussions, office visits, and networking events. Vancouver Startup Week events are not organized by one central body, but instead by dozens of amazing community partners which in turn are supported by the non-profit Vancouver Startup Society. We strive to have as many events as possible accessible under one centralized, All Access Ticket, helping participants enjoy the benefits of Vancouver Startup Week with minimal logistical hassle. Our 2019 edition of VSW will take place from September 13 to 20, 2019, kicking off with our Vanhacks Hackathon, and leading into an action-packed week of events. Join us in celebrating Vancouver’s startup community! FAQs How can I contact the organizer with any questions? You can visit our website at vanstartupweek.ca for more info. For questions related to ticketing, please email support@vanstartupweek.ca. What's the refund policy? Is my ticket transferrable? No refunds for our tickets, but they are transferable. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No, as long as you have the ticket QR code ready. Can I participate in the Hackathon if I have a VSW ticket? Unfortunately, all hackathon tickets are sold separately. As a VSW ticket holder, you can attend the judging and award session on Sunday, September 15th. Details to follow.

Link To Website | Link To Event Package   A pass to EN4S will allow you access to a one-month long series of sustainable energy centered events targeted at entrepreneurs with the idea of providing you the tools to grow your own sustainable energy related start-up. You will get the chance to meet like-minded individuals, expand your network, grow a business idea, and more!   The month will be begin with a meet and greet, where you’ll get to know your fellow EN4S participants, and you can start thinking of who might be a great addition to your team. The meet and greet will not only provide you with the opportunity to get to know potential teammates, but it will also offer you the chance to form connections across multiple industries.   As the month progresses, you will be an attendee of numerous other events with multiple different focuses. Some events will be primarily centered around the generation of ideas and establishment of a solid project, while others will be focused on developing skills that will be transferable to a future career or the creation of your own start-up.   The month will wrap up with a hackathon that will put your skills to work and help you to grow more than any other event so far. Along with your teammates, you will have two days to finalize your project idea and formulate a proposal capable of winning over the hearts of our esteemed judges, all professionals in related industries. To help you in doing so, we will have expert mentors available to help you fine-tune your idea and build a sophisticated proposal to present to our judges. There will be prizes to be awarded for your efforts which will help you continue pursuing your small business dreams even after our event has finished.   All in all, we hope you’ll be joining us for a month full of opportunities to network, gain transferable job skills, and receive expert advice about how to continue your journey and grow your own sustainable energy related start-up. Link to EN4S Website FAQs What skills should I have to join the event? Everyone is welcome to join the event. That includes you.   I might not be able to attend some of the events, can I still join? Absolutely! At minimum, as long as you are coming to the Hackathon and one other event, you should be fine. Try to make it to as many sessions as you can though. Do I need to come with a team? Nope. The hackathon is a team activity but you will have plenty of time to find your teammates during other events (we encourage this). Do I need to come with an idea? Nope. You can develop your idea during the events or team up with people who have an idea you like. What can I bring into the event? A positive attitude for making amazing things happen. Also, maybe a reusabe water bottle and a laptop. Will food be served during the events? Yes, in some. Particularly in the hackathon.   How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Contact vancouver@bcsea.org  

Hello Vancouver! Join us for the 2nd annual Girls in Tech Vancouver Hacking for Humanity Hackathon. This hackathon will take place at DevHub, located in beautiful downtown Vancouver, from May 4 - 5, 2019. Expect prizes, food, speaking engagements, and most importantly - lots of fun!  What is Hacking for Humanity? Hacking for Humanity is a 2-day code-a-thon where developers, designers, scientists, students, entrepreneurs, educators, and mentors work together to build apps that solve social problems. We believe that when communities work together, they don't just do good, they become a force for global change. As an organization founded on inclusivity and equality, we invite all women, men, and nonbinary, gender-fluid, genderqueer++ to participate and collaborate!  The hackathon is part of a global series by Girls in Tech that takes place throughout the year in various cities around the world. Each chapter partners with Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) to solve social problems local to their community.  Get hands-on experience, make friends, network, and be part of a global community - starting here in Vancouver! How is the Girls in Tech Hackathon different than other Hackathons? Hacking for Humanity is NOT your typical 24-hour hackathon. This year, we are partnering with Minerva BC to present our theme. Although this is a female-focused hackathon, participants of all genders (and non-identifying genders) are encouraged to join! We encourage diverse groups to come together and create amazing projects! Mentorship from industry professionals will be available during the hackathon, as well as amazing prizes for our winners! This event is held over 2 days but you get to go home for a good night's rest after day 1 of hacking. You can return on day 2 refreshed and ready to polish your project for presenting and judging. We have found that this format is more female-inclusive because nobody feels pressured to sleep over or lose sleep over a hackathon. Partnering Non-Profit Organization We are partnering with Minerva BC who will be presenting how their organization supports equality for women. Minerva BC is a non-profit charitable organization that supports women and girls throughout the province to gain the confidence and skills they need to reach their leadership potential.  Who Is Invited? We encourage everyone (ages 18+) with a minimum of 3 months of coding experience to join! (Experience with some coding and setting up your coding environment is strongly recommended.) The best innovations are made by diverse groups. All we ask is to have at least one female in your group. Feel free to come with a group or join on your own - Girls in Tech will help you find a group if needed! Don't be afraid to come out, make friends, and innovate. Agenda Day 1 - Saturday, May 4, 2019 10:00 - 10:30 AM Opening Ceremony 10:30 AM Team formatting/ official start of Hackathon 12:00 PM Lunch to be served6:00 PM Dinner to be served9:00 PM Day 1 Concludes Day 2 - Sunday, May 5, 2019 10:00 AM Day 2 Official launch12:00 PM Lunch to be served3:00 PM Coding Concludes3:00 PM Presentations & Judging Period4:30 - 5:00 PM Closing Ceremony & Prize Presentation Prizes of over $5,000 in value available for winning teams! Most Social Impact Team Prize - Provided from Quantaloop, Powered by Qude includes:  • $1,000 CAD Cash • 4 Nano Ledgers $125 each: Ledger Nano S is a hardware wallet that is used for the storage of and transactions in popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and other popular altcoins like Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash, and ZCash. ($500 value) • 4 Paper Wallets: A cryptocurrency wallet is a software program that stores private and public keys and interacts with various blockchain to enable users to send and receive digital currency and monitor their balance (Each software wallet contains 100 Qude per person. We can't state the value of Qude token due to legal reasons.) • 4 Urban Juve skincare packages, snapbacks, and t-shirts ($1000 value) • 4 Starbucks $10 gift cards from Coal Harbour Law ($40 value) • 4 Time Escape entries ($200 value) • 4 Chic Lash Boutique $100 gift certificates ($400 value) • 4 ILoveKickBoxing $150 vouchers ($600 value) • A basket of treats - chocolates, bath-bombs, candles Most Creative Concept Team Prize - Provided from Quantaloop, includes: • Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise - 2 vouchers for 4 dinners ($521 value) • 2 The Wealthy Barber books by David Chilton ($40 value) • 4 Urban Juve snapbacks and chapsticks ($40 value) • 4 ILoveKickBoxing $150 vouchers ($600 value) • A basket of treats - candles, chocolates and snacks Most Popular Vote Team Prize:  • $400 CAD Cash • 4 Earnest Ice Cream $25 gift certificates ($100 value) • Goodies from Devhub (t-shirts, stickers, pins) Other Prizes: To be announced. Space is limited so register ASAP. Remember you need to be 18 years or older to register. *** WE ARE SOLD OUT FOR THIS EVENT. *** Sponsors A big thank you to our event sponsors.  Platinum Sponsor Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors   In-Kind Sponsors Interested in sponsoring us? Get in touch with us and we can send you the sponsorship package! sponsorshipvan@girlsintech.org. Speaker Bio Sandra Wong Quantaloop Co-founder, CEO Sandra Wong has 17+ years experience in entrepreneurship and building digital products. Sandra is the former product success manager at BlueBat Games – a subsidiary of Novomatic Group and creators of casino platform GreenTube Pro (awarded Social Casino Supplier of the Year at GIA 2017). She cofounded Lucky Lady Games, a consultancy and game designer to some of the world’s most recognized casino properties across the globe including the world’s first live dealer social casino and the fastest growing online poker room in 2018. Sandra has launched products that have reached 100’s of millions of users and have debut apps at number one in its category in Appstore. Sandra started her career in technology as digital merchandiser at Onvia.com – Canada’s largest IPO of it’s time for $240M. She was nominated for leader of the year in 2013 by Woman of Worth Awards an finds her greatest joy working beside those that take action with purpose. Links Sign up to be a Girls in Tech Vancouver member: http://bit.ly/gitvanmembership Girls in Tech Vancouver Website: http://vancouver.girlsintech.org/              Girls in Tech Global Website: http://girlsintech.org/ Like us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/girlsintechvan   FAQs What is a Hackathon? A hackathon is a design and coding event where computer programmers, graphic designers, UI/UX designers, project managers, and other domain experts come together and collaborate intensively on a project. Hackathons may have a specific area of focus, which can include programming languages used, the operating system, an application, an API, or a challenge question. The goal of a hackathon is to create a usable software application where teams will have a proof-of-concept (POC) or a minimum-viable-product (MVP) to present at the end of the competition. Teams are usually composed of 4 people where teams have to come up with a new concept, not a project previously worked on before. The winning teams are chosen by a panel of industry professional judges and prizes are awarded to the winning team. How do I sign up as a team? Ticket holders will receive a Google form prior to the event to list out their team preferences and other information. Just make sure everyone on your team purchased their ticket and we'll make sure you get to work together! Keep in mind the team size is 4 persons and we will be randomly assigning participants to teams that have less than four.  I don't have a team. Can I come alone? Yes! We highly encourage everyone to participate in our event. Our goal is to create an inclusive community here in Vancouver. We will be assigning teams randomly so you will get a chance to work with new individuals and make friends! What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? Transit Skytrain - Vancouver City Centre Metro - Granville 246 - West Georgia at Richards St. 250 - West Georgia at Homer St. Parking There is a paid parking lot in the building, located off Homer Street from 6:00am to midnight Monday to Friday and Sunday, Saturday and Stat holidays from 8:00am to midnight. What's covered in my ticket? Registration guarantees a spot as an attendee and will include a Girls in Tech Hacking for Humanity t-shirt, meals, opportunity for prizes, and other swag that sponsors will contribute. We are non-profit and ticket purchases will go towards the event costs.  How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please contact us through Eventbrite for any questions or at eventsvan@girlsintech.org What's the refund policy? The ticket is refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. If you need to refund your ticket, please contact us as soon as possible so we can transfer your spot to someone on the waitlist. 

The NoW-Academy will decipher these two, all too common terms (hackathon and design thinking), and give you the tools to effectively utilize them! This 1-day bootcamp will inspire you to lead ongoing mini-hackathons that are anchored in principles of design thinking. Participants will see first hand the power of collaborative ideation and rapid prototyping that can be applied "everyday". This is a highly experiential workshop that will catapult your innovative mindset!