Build a Bridge - Apply by June 15

Designed to empower students across Canada with the skills, knowledge, and tools to tackle-real world problems, Build a Bridge Program and Competition invites studentparticipants to identify challenges in migrant integration and develop innovative AI solutions to address them.

Why Participate?

• Develop in-demand skills in digital design, project management, and entrepreneurship.
• Expand your network by connecting with mentors, experts, and peers.
• Create portfolio-ready work that shows your technical and problem-solving abilities.
• Tackle real challenges in immigrant integration that matter to communities.
• Strengthen your resume with project experience and awards that highlight innovation.

The Competition

Teams of 3 – 4 students will have one month to develop a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) that addresses a real barrier to immigrant integration in one of three categories:

• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Employment and Lifelong Learning
• Place, Infrastructure, Citizenship, and

One winning team per category will receive a total of up to $4,000 ($1,000 per team member). You can apply with a pre-formed team or join individually and be matched with others.