Waterloo CodeFest

Welcome to Waterloo Codefest! We are committed to being an open, transparent and accountable government. Hosting a hackathon is just one of the ways we can achieve this goal. Civic hackathons are becoming very prominent and common around the world with major hackathons occurring at the White House and around cities such as Guelph. Open data is available - make it useful! Code your Waterloo in a weekend at Waterloo Codefest. Waterloo is a diverse and talented community with the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College inspiring the most talented individuals from across Canada and the world to further their entrepreneurial dreams. We are confident this event will spearhead more entrepreneurial ventures while allowing collaboration and fostering a sense of community building.  Waterloo Codefest When: This 36-hour hackathon will take place Oct. 24 and 25, 2015 Where: Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI), 67 Erb St., West, Waterloo The hackathon will begin at 7 a.m. on Oct. 24 and end at 10 p.m. on Oct. 25, after which there will be an awards ceremony for the top three applications developed.