Hack the Change is a two-day, in-person hackathon focused on developing innovative tech solutions for a better world. As Calgary's first MLH-supported hackathon, it brings students from across Canada together to build software that creates positive social impact.
Whether you are a first-time hacker or a seasoned veteran, the event inspires participants to leverage technology to solve real-world problems and code a better tomorrow. The challenge runs as a 24-hour event where teams work to address specific prompts.
Eligibility The event is open to all Canadian students at the university, college, or high school level.
Prizes There is $10,000 in prizes available for the top three teams: - 1st place: $5,000 - 2nd place: $3,000 - 3rd place: $2,000
Judging Criteria Projects are scored based on the following criteria: - Innovation & Creativity: Is the idea original or a fresh take on existing solutions? Does it apply technology in a creative way to the problem it tackles? - Impact & Relevance to Prompt: Does the solution clearly address the hackathon prompt? Could it make a meaningful, positive difference for the people it serves? - Feasibility & Scalability: Is the solution practical given real constraints (budget, infrastructure, etc.)? Could it scale beyond a demo into a real-world setting? - Technical Execution: Quality of the implementation (working prototype, technical depth, stability). Use of appropriate technology stack. Is the solution technically sound and well-built? - User Experience & Design: Is the solution intuitive, accessible, and user-friendly? Is it aesthetically pleasing? Does the design of the product elevate its function and original idea?
Venue
Calgary, Canada