Events

In entrepreneurship, venture creation rarely follows a linear path. Breaking your large projects into smaller tasks using Agile Project Management can benefit your entrepreneurial journey. In this workshop, you will learn to describe the themes, principles and processes of Agile Project Management and apply them to your own ventures.

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Design thinking challenges the myth that entrepreneurs arrive at their best ideas via a “eureka moment”. In this workshop, you will explore how observing daily challenges and opportunities in the world around you can help you develop human-centred insight, view your problem from a systems perspective, and design better solutions.

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Discovery Lab: The Future of Sustainable Transportation

Interested in sustainable transportation in the Region of Waterloo? You're invited to participate in a discovery lab hosted by GreenHouse, the Geographies of Health in Place lab, and the Faculty of Environment.

Each term, GreenHouse hosts the Social Impact Showcase to celebrate the achievements of our students and award startup grants from the Social Impact Fund. Join us to celebrate our 28th Showcase on March 22nd at 4:00pm. 

Be a part of GOODHack24, a data science hackathon using tech to address climate inequities and promote sustainability locally. Build tech solutions with compelling use cases for municipal clients - and broaden your professional network! Tools and training will be provided and there is a cash prize for the winning team.

GOODHack24 is co-hosted by GreenHouse's Changemaker Labs program, the City of Kitchener Innovation Lab, and Go Open Data. 

Come out for a day of fun and slide into the new term with smiles, hot chocolate, and fun! Weather pending.

Cost: Zero  Equipment: Skates, some skates will be available to sign out, details provided closer to the date Location: United College Skating Rink

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Want to take action on a real-world problem? Collaborate with one of our community partners in Map the System!

➡️ Sustainability Office: sustainable food options on campus

➡️ Peace for All Canada 1: academic success for racialized elementary students

➡️ Peace for All Canada 2: legal system barriers for marginalized communities

➡️ Home Range Story Kitchen: new ways of engaging in local media

➡️ Helping International Students: food security for international students

Express interest in working with a community partner by January 29 and sign up for Map the System by January 31 for your chance to win up to $2,000!

Find out details of the competition here 

Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Assiniboine College, Victoria Avenue East Campus, Brandon, MB

Join us for the Green Innovation Gathering, a collaborative event hosted by GreenHouse and FlintHub from the University of Waterloo in partnership with Assiniboine College. This gathering brings together young people and community partners, including the City of Brandon and ProteinMB, to tackle real-world sustainability challenges.

Participants will form teams to develop innovative solutions to problem statements presented by our community partners. Partners, mentors and subject matter experts will be on site to support teams and stands as an opportunity to broaden your professional network.

Teams can win prizes and gain access to a network that can help advance their ideas. Additionally, participants will receive a certificate of completion and earn digital gift cards for completing the event survey. Food and refreshments provided.

An optional Kickoff Circle will be held on Thursday, February 20, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the same location. This session offers insights into the problem statements, a chance to start brainstorming ideas and meeting the professionals and participants in a low-key setting. First Nations, Métis and Inuit folks are invited to stay after the circle for a sit-down dinner and chat with Indigenous entrepreneurs.

• To register, visit: www.tinyurl.com/BrandonGIG
• For more information, contact Lily Viggiano, Senior Project Manager: lily.viggiano@uwaterloo.ca

Don't miss this chance to collaborate, innovate, and contribute to a sustainable future!

Each term, GreenHouse hosts the Social Impact Showcase to celebrate the achievements of our students and award grants from the Social Impact Fund. Students, faculty and staff, and community members are all welcome to attend. The students will be competing for two $3,000 and two $1,500 grants to grow their social and/or environmental impact initiatives.

We are excited and proud to be hosting the 34th Social Impact Showcase. Join us in celebrating youth-led social innovation, entrepreneurship and impact on Wednesday, March 26th | 4:00-5:30 p.m. at United College (Alumni Hall). The Showcase creates a unique and valuable opportunity for our students to connect with community members who may support them on their journey in refining their ideas.

Link to RSVP