Sheridan Datathon 2026

About this opportunity

Sheridan Datathon is a student-led data and AI hackathon that brings together post-secondary students from across Ontario. Over a weekend with a 24-hour hacking window, teams work on data challenges. It takes place November 7–8, 2026 at Sheridan's Hazel McCallion Campus (4180 Duke of York Blvd, Mississauga). The event is free, and the organisers say no prior experience is needed and all skill levels are welcome. The prize pool is over CA$12K. Listed prizes include a Meta Quest 3S, a Nintendo Switch Lite and Apple AirPods, with full prize details on the event's Devpost.

What you get

• Free 24-hour data hackathon
• Prize pool over $12K
• Meet students across Ontario

Prize or recognition

Prize pool over $12K, including a Meta Quest 3S, Nintendo Switch Lite and Apple AirPods (full list on Devpost).

Who can take part

Post-secondary students. No prior experience needed.

Eligibility is copied from the organizer's own published rules — they make the final call. Confirm on the official page before you apply.

Coming later: attendees who leave genuinely useful reviews will earn credits toward paid opportunities. Nothing is being awarded yet — reviews are unpaid and unverified for now.