Entries open for Ingenious+ Youth Innovation Challenge in Canada

January 23, 2026

Youth aged 14–18 Award: $1,000 regional grant Additional support: Learning resources and skill development Purpose: Support early-stage ideas and encourage growth Stage 2: National Awards Eligibility: Regional award recipients National finalists: Up to 13 per region Additional finalist award: $1,000 Grand prizes: $10,000 cash award in each of the five categories Includes mentorship and advanced learning opportunities Who Is Eligible? To apply, applicants must meet all of the following criteria: Aged 14 to 18 at the time of entry Canadian citizen or permanent resident Applying as an individual or team Project must be youth-led and youth-created Parental or legal guardian permission required if under age of majority How Ingenious+ Works Step-by-Step