A 3-day tech innovation sprint, bringing together 150+ top students from post-secondary institutions to solve real-world challenges submitted by Canadian businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Catalyst 2026 Starts In:
Students competing in a 3-day sprint, solving real problems with prototypes
Industry leaders and influencers here to network, mentor, speak and judge
Combined reach of top Canadian media outlets & influencers capturing the event
Industry panels, fireside chats and hands-on workshops with top executives
Catalyst 2026 will host panels and fireside chats, giving you the opportunity to connect with leaders and experts in tech.
Co-Founder / CEO, Fandrop
Lead Singer, Our Lady Peace
Executive Director
PS43 Foundation
Managing Director
Backstretch
Chief Executive Officer
Jane Goodall Institute of Canada
Canada Representative
Sony Innovation Fund
CTO & CIO, Payments (PRESTO)
Metrolinx
The agenda below provides an overview of planned programming. Exact session times and programming are subject to change as event details are finalized. Roaming mentorship from Speer experts and industry leaders will be available throughout the weekend. Meals are available to builders for Friday’s dinner, as well as Saturday and Sunday lunch.
Diamond Sponsor & Official Venue Partner
375 Queen St W, Toronto, ON
Hackathon and project development
In just 48 hours, top-tier student teams will go full sprint on a selection of challenges, building early-stage prototypes and exploring solutions to problems pitched by real companies, including:
to support the development of your solution.
paid internship opportunity at Speer.
to kickstart your technology career from Apple.
Interested in attending one of the Catalyst 2026 events or collaborating on Catalyst 2027? Reach out to learn more about partnership opportunities, event attendance, and ways to get involved.
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