Contact the Problem Lab
Mathematics and Computer Building, room 2057
University of Waterloo
519-888-4567, Ext. 36421
The Problem Lab works with students in all faculties, both undergraduate and graduate, whether you wish to launch entrepreneurial careers, new ventures, or develop professional skills. We hope to see you at our next event, workshop, award, or competition.
Cooperative Education and the Problem Lab offer the Co-op Problem Award each term. The award is earned by providing the best analysis of an important problem relevant to a co-op employer or the employer’s industry. Available every semester, the award covers part of the tuition for the upcoming term. The deadline to apply varies, but will normally be about six weeks from the start of each semester, see the award website for the actual deadline.
The Quantum Valley Investments® Problem Pitch competitions challenge you to research an important problem and pitch your research to a panel of judges. Funding is awarded to support teams that demonstrate the most thorough understanding of their chosen problem to develop a solution. Learn how you can participate.
Designed to help you build skills such as public speaking, building a pitch, and critical thinking. The Problem Lab's workshops can help you advance your ideas and careers. Visit our event page for upcoming opportunities.
Mathematics and Computer Building, room 2057
University of Waterloo
519-888-4567, Ext. 36421
The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is centralized within our Office of Indigenous Relations.