Join us for the Mission Accepted Space Hackathon, where students and early-career professionals are invited to create innovative solutions using Canadian satellite data. Over the course of 2 full days, teams will dive into challenges focused on space technology, satellite data, earth observation, data processing, and sustainability.
Participants will have access to both open- and closed-source Canadian datasets, mentorship from industry experts, and technical guidance to bring innovative solutions to life. This is your chance to make an impact, learn new skills, and connect with Canada’s space innovation community. This event is open to everyone, but you’ll get the most out of it if you have basic coding skills.
This event is proudly co-hosted by ShiftKey Labs and MDA Space, with the participation of the Canadian Space Agency.
All that’s left to say is — Mission Accepted!
Detailed Agenda To Be Shared with Participants
Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 — 5:00 pm Registration and Team Formation
Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026 –9:00 am Doors Open, Work Shops, Lunch, Work Time and Dinner
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 — 9:00 am Doors Open, Work Time, Lunch, Submission, Judging and Awards Ceremony
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Should you have any accessibility needs or concerns, please contact info@shiftkeylabs.ca.
This Space Hackathon is part of Dal Innovation Week, a celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation at Dalhousie University October 2-9. For more events visit dalinnovationweek.ca.
ShiftKey Labs is an innovation-focused “hub” located in Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Computer Science that introduces post-secondary students to applied innovation at the earliest stages.
ShiftKey Lab participants have access to workshops, networking events, material resources, and supports that help build practical, transferrable skills in high demand by current and future employers. Entrepreneurially minded students gain additional access to mentorship and financial supports specifically aimed at advancing potential startup ideas.