Cooperathon 2025: Canada's Premier Open Innovation Challenge Returns!
We are excited to announce the Cooperathon 2025, powered by Desjardins and Montreal Newtech, is set to ignite Canada's innovation ecosystem once again! As the nation's largest open innovation competition, the Cooperathon connects citizens, communities, entrepreneurs, researchers, and academic institutions to collaboratively develop socially responsible solutions to real-world challenges and startGBC at George Brown College are proud partners of this initiative.
A Sneak Peek at This Year's Challenges:
- Thriving Cities: Develop innovative solutions that harness science, AI, and data to create resilient and inclusive urban environments.
- A Healthier Future: Improve healthcare access and mental health support through breakthrough technologies.
- Smart Food Systems: Enhance food supply chains by minimizing waste and promoting local sourcing.
- Manufacturing the Future: Propel the manufacturing sector into Industry 4.0 with advanced AI and IoT solutions.
Who Can Participate?
Cooperathon 2025 welcomes aspiring and established entrepreneurs, professionals, students and anyone passionate about innovation, AI, data science, and sustainability. Whether you're new to entrepreneurship or a seasoned professional, this is your opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, industry experts, and mentors.
What to Expect:
Participants will embark on a six-week training program, extendable to eight weeks for those advancing through all stages.
The Cooperathon experience is designed to inspire creativity, foster collaboration, and amplify the power of open innovation. It's more than a competition; it's a journey toward building a better world through collective intelligence and entrepreneurship.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join Cooperathon 2025 to become part of a vibrant community of innovators and take your first step toward creating a lasting legacy of positive change.
