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HackathonIn-personFree
Hack the Coast 2026
UBC Science Undergraduate Society
Details
- Date
- February 7, 2026 – February 8, 2026
- Location
- UBC Life Science Institute, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Team Size
- 2-4 members
- Eligibility
- Students only, above legal age of majority in country of residence, all countries/territories excluding standard exceptions
- Prizes
- 15 non-cash prizes including: HealthTech & BioInnovation Stream Prize (Fitbits), Sustainability & Environment Stream Prize (Lunch with SAP recruiters + SAP office tour, JBL Go Speakers), ScienceTech for Social Good Stream Prize (SUS merchandise, Action Cameras), Hack the Coast Team Choice Award (SUS Jackets), Best Use of MongoDB Atlas (M5Stack IoT Kit), Best Use of Gemini API (Google Swag Kits), Best Use of ElevenLabs (Wireless Earbuds), Best Use of Vultr (Portable Screens), Best Use of Solana (Ledger Nano S Plus), Best Use of Featherless.ai (Credits), Best Game Design (Blackbird Interactive Game Keys, Wireless Mouse + Keyboard Combo), MINT NeuroTech Substream ($200 Value Merchandise), Best Beginner Hack (Owala Water Bottles), Best UX (Drawing Tablet), Most Likely to be a Startup (Anker Magnetic Power Bank)
Register
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Categories
educationAIhealthtechsustainabilitysocial goodgame designhardwarewebmobileblockchainbeginner friendly
About
Hack the Coast is a student-led hackathon that brings together curious minds from across the Pacific Northwest to build, learn, and create. Over one weekend, hackers of all skill levels collaborate to design innovative projects, attend workshops led by industry professionals, and connect with mentors who are passionate about tech and creativity. Whether you're a first-time hacker or an experienced builder, Hack the Coast is all about exploring new ideas, taking risks, and turning imagination into impact.