π’ Registration Deadline Announcement
This is a reminder that the last date to register is Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM (EST).
All interested students must register by the above deadline to participate in the challenge.
Register here: Registration Form
π Kick-Off Agenda
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12:30 β 12:35 PM β Event Start & Check-in
- Participant arrival and attendance confirmation
- Online attendees join via meeting link
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12:35 β 12:40 PM β Opening & Introduction
- Brief introduction to the session
- Overview of the kick-off agenda
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12:40 β 12:50 PM β Welcome Address
- Welcome remarks by OVIN
- Overview of OVINβs role in supporting automotive innovation and student engagement
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12:50 β 1:20 PM β Automotive Innovation Challenge Overview (Cyberworks Robotics)
- Program objectives and structure
- Industry challenge themes
- Expected outcomes and deliverables
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1:20 β 1:35 PM β Next Steps
- Program timeline
- Expectations from participants
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1:35 β 1:45 PM β Q&A Session
- Open floor for student questions
- Clarifications on eligibility, workload, and mentorship
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1:45 β 2:00 PM β Closing Remarks
- Final notes and reminders
- Contact information and support channels
π Location: SIR 2020
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Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
Event Information β Automotive Innovation Challenge Kick-Off
Date & Time: January 19, 2026 | 12:30 PM β 1:00 PM
Location: Software Informatics and Research Centre (SIR), Ontario Tech University
Room: SIR 2020
Online Option:
Online Meeting Link
Registration Form: Registration Form
Interested participants are encouraged to register in advance.
Software and Electrical Engineering students are invited to participate in the Automotive Innovation Challenge, an opportunity to gain hands-on, industry-relevant experience while working on real-world challenges in the automotive sector.
Key Highlights
- Work in teams over a three-month period to develop a prototype solution
- Receive mentorship and networking opportunities with industry professionals
- Build practical skills aligned with Ontarioβs automotive industry
Eligibility
- Final-year undergraduate, MASc, MEng, and PhD students
- Electrical, Computer, and Software Engineering Department
Kick-Off Event Details
- Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
- Time: 12:30 PM β 2:00 PM
- Location: SIR 2020
Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/eaBdBxjk
We look forward to your participation.
This event is brought to you by the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN).

