Aspirations Canada

AiC Canada, in partnership with with Queens University and University of Toronto and sponsored by Shopify, is proud to offer the Award for Aspirations in Computing to students in all of Canada. 

The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC) honours and recognizes grade 9 through 12 students who self-identify as women, genderqueer, or non-binary for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and plans for post-secondary education. If you have any questions about about Aspirations in Computing in Canada, contact Wendy Powley at [email protected]

Applications are closed.

Eligibility for Canadian High School Applicants:

Canadian students in grades 9-12 who self-identify as women, genderqueer, or non-binary can apply as long as they are currently enrolled in a Canadian secondary school program. Canadian home-schooled students (grades 9-12) are also welcome to apply.

Canadian applicants are eligible for award recognition at the Affiliate level within a Canadian specific program and are not eligible for any of the US specific National recognitions (including the US-specific National Winner and National Honorable Mention awards).

In addition to the aforementioned eligibility requirements, to be considered for a National Canadian Winner designation, the applicant must meet the additional criteria:

  • They are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident or a temporary resident attending high school (not participating in an exchange program)
  • They have a Canadian Tax Identification or Social Insurance Number.

Prizes - vary by award designation:

  • National Winner: Trophy, Gold medal, certificate and a $500 CAD cash prize. 
  • Local Winners: Gold medal & certificate
  • Honorable Mentions: Silver medal & certificate
  • Rising Stars: Bronze medal & certificate

FAQs

  • Are Canadian College/University students eligible for the NCWIT Collegiate Award? Not at this time.
  • Are Canadian educators eligible for the NCWIT Educator Award? The Educator Award is not being offered by AiC this year.
  • Are Canadian educators eligible to apply for up to $750 in professional development funds? Not at this time.


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