UPSKILL HACKATHON 2026’ - Judging Criteria

Judging Criteria

Relevance to Theme: How well does the solution address upskilling or reskilling challenges? Does it clearly help people learn new skills or prepare for future opportunities.

Innovation & Creativity: Is the idea fresh, unique, or a new take on solving the problem?

Impact & Opportunity: Could this solution realistically make a difference for students, workers, or communities in Canada? Does it open new pathways to skills, careers, or industries?

Feasibility & Execution: Is the solution practical and implementable with current tech/resources? How well was it designed, built, or prototyped during the hackathon?

Presentation & Storytelling: Did the team clearly explain the problem, their solution, and why it matters? Was their demo engaging, convincing, and inspiring?