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AquaHacking Challenge
QUÉBEC 2025
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ABOUT THE CHALLENGE
The focus of the Challenge is on the rehabilitation and revitalization of watersheds that are impacted by mining activities and other keystone industries in Quebec. Osisko Lake in Rouyn-Noranda, this year's host city for our in-person activities, is a symbol of hope in the restoration of aquatic environments. The Challenge will help turn ideas into impactful startups that benefit the health of our communities, the environment and our economy.
Participants will compete for the following prizes: 1st place : $20 000; 2nd place : $10 000; 3rd place : $5 000; Public Choice Awards: $1 000.
THE WATER ISSUES TO TACKLE IN THIS CHALLENGE
EUTROPHICATION
Develop technologies for monitoring, managing, or treating runoff (in mining areas) to prevent eutrophication of waterways and preserve the health of aquatic ecosystems.
WATER ISSUE LEADERS
WATER AND SEDIMENT CONTAMINATION
Develop technologies for detecting and treating contaminants in water and sediments from mining areas to guarantee water quality and protect aquatic ecosystems and human health.
WATER ISSUE LEADERS
Comité SER-UQAT, Centre technologique résidus industriels (CTRI) & TechnoSub
AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES AND CONTAMINANT ACCUMULATORS
Develop technologies for monitoring and managing aquatic invasive species in mining areas to reduce their spread and minimize their imapct on aquatic ecosystems.
WATER ISSUE LEADERS
AGIRO, CTEAU & CRE AT
URBAN RUNOFF
Develop innovative stormwater management technologies to reduce urban pollution and minimize impacts on watercourses and aquatic ecosystems.
WATER ISSUE LEADER
OBVT, ATeliers Ublo & Ville de Rouyn Noranda
CITIZEN SCIENCE FOR AQUATIC CONSERVATION
Effectively mobilize local residents to collect data on water quality and the impacts of mining activities on aquatic ecosystems in mining regions.
WATER ISSUE LEADER
Cégep de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Centre d'interprétation de l'eau & Groupe d'éducation & d'écosurveillance de l'eau (G3E)