Attention entrepreneurs, students, researchers and fearless innovators!
APPLY to play a role in creating a ‘made-in-Fredericton’ design solution that will have community impact!
The City of Fredericton, UNB, NBCC, Ignite and Planet Hatch are pleased to extend a special invitation to participate in Boost 2026: Ideation Camp taking place January 14+16-19, 2026.
There are two paths - participants will have the opportunity to:
Bring their own prototype idea forward with the caveat of it being a tech-based solution that will have community impact; OR
Develop an artificial intelligence (AI) prototype idea that will improve residents’ quality of life and municipal services -
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit FORM by January 6, 2026 *applicants’ names will go into a prize draw for $100 Downtown Dollars
Event Details
January 14+16-19, 2026
Kick-off @ Planet Hatch: Wednesday, January 14th, 4:30-7:00 pm
Ideation Camp @ Planet Hatch All Weekend
*teams can structure their own meeting schedule and meeting location Planet Hatch is available all weekend (see operating hours)
Friday, January 16th, 5:00-10:00 pm
Saturday, January 17th, 10:00am-10:00pm
Sunday, January 18th, 10:00am-4:00pm
Pitch Session @UNB Kinesiology Building: Monday, January 19th 5:00-8:00 pm
Delivery Method: in-person
Seat Capacity: *spaces are limited / we are seeking a firm commitment from participants
Event Cost: Free
PRIZES
• First Prize $1,000/team
• Second Prize $500/team
• Third Prize $250/team
+ Everyone will benefit from learning, networking, mentorship, and receive a 'certification of completion'.
Please APPLY FORM by January 6, 2026