Event preparation
A space for students to gain experience in event planification and execution
City partners can propose a theme to Concordia associations, groups and clubs on campus, to organize a wide range of activities with a variety of stakeholders, such as community organizations.
Civics-focused seminars
Inspire the next generation of municipal leaders
City representatives present and discuss the programs they lead and the possibilities ahead for students. This interactive and informative knowledge-sharing pillar is a student learning opportunity focused on municipal policy and service delivery.
Learning outcomes
- deepens the students’ awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing Greater Montreal in areas such as:
- ecological transition
- inclusive mobility
- vulnerable communities
- planning and adapting public spaces
- climate change
- urban biodiversity
- raises awareness on the operations of city administrations
- explains how city programs contribute to addressing challenges and opportunities
- fosters an understanding that city hall belongs to the residents of the city and works democratically to pursue the common good
Competitions
Solving real-world cases
By taking part in competitions, students respond to challenges and gain practical skills and experience in presentations and networking.
Competitions also encourage innovation, community, collaboration and interdisciplinary work.
Examples of case competitions
Hackathon
No limits in creativity and innovation
As part of this 24-hour event, students gather in teams to build a software or hardware project, commonly referred to as a hack.
This series organised by Hack Concordia brings student teams together to build a creative and innovative software or hardware project, all guided by challenges and themes.
Workshops
A safe, welcoming and fun space
This period of discussion or practical work on a particular subject fosters collaboration, in the form of a workshop. We've seen amazing things happen when people from different backgrounds take a collective and human-centred approach to address civic issues.
