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uOttaHack is Ottawa’s Premier Hackathon community since 2017. It is organized by a student group directly with the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Engineering and the President and Vice-Chancellor's team to deliver Ottawa's largest annual technology event.

Our Most Recent Event.

UottaHack 7

January 17-20 2025 @ University of Ottawa

Over the past six years, our hackathon event has brought the community together to connect students with each other, to employers & opportunities, and solve real-world challenges.

2025 Recap

Our mission is to empower students to comfortably explore their passion for technology and entrepreneurship, through building a community of like-minded individuals who innovate and disrupt the worlds of business and technology.

Community

Join a strong community of students and mentors who share your passion for technology. If you've ever had an idea that you wanted to bring to life, uOttaHack’s hackathon is the place to do it!

Discover & Learn

Explore the world of programming through our engaging workshops, hackathons, and a wealth of resources. Gain exposure to the latest technologies that real developers use.

Accelerate Your Career

Located next to Kanata North, Canada's largest technology park, our event attracts companies from startups to top employers in North America. Your next opportunity awaits at uOttaHack!

Over the past 6 years, our hackathon event has brought the community together to connect students with each other, to employers & opportunities, and solve real-world challenges. We are excited to share some statistics that reflect this entire journey.

Past Hackathons

UOttahack offers a vibrant mix of events to fuel creativity, collaboration, and learning. From hands-on workshops and mentorship to team-building activities, networking opportunities, and fun breaks, there’s something for everyone.

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