Welcome to Quantum Hacking a Better Future!

This is an event being held at Dalhousie University for high school students in Nova Scotia. Learn how quantum computing can be used to tackle many of today's issues, including urban planning! You will learn the basics of quantum computing through hands-on activities, and put these skills to the test in a friendly team-based competition! Winners will be rewarded.

This event is open to all high school students in Nova Scotia, regardless of prior STEM knowledge. Attendees can join in-person or online.

Overview

Learn

Learn the basics of quantum computing, through engaging lessons and hands-on activities.

Create

Apply what you've learned to real-world problems from urban planning and sustainable development.

Collaborate

Builds connections through team-based quantum computing and design activities.

Explore

Discover exciting applications of quantum computing, for both STEM and non-STEM enthusiasts alike.

Win

Compete for a reward valued up to $100 dollars! Or complete our surveys for the chance to win $50!

Food

Lunch and snacks will be provided for all in-person participants!

Event Schedule

A breakdown of this exciting two day event.

August 8th: Learn (9AM - 5PM)

August 9th: Compete (9AM - 5PM)

  • 9:00AM: Quantum Computing Now (Scott Wesley)
  • 10:00AM: Form some teams and get started with projects!
  • 12:30PM: Lunch
  • 1:30PM: The projects continue!
  • 4:00PM: Exit Surveys
  • 4:30PM: Closing Remarks (Scott Wesley)

Learn from Quantum Computing Professionals!

Event Location

Both days of this event will be held at the Sir James Dunn Building on the Dalhousie Studley Campus in Halifax.


Discovery new opportunities and directions!

Sponsors and Support

This event is organized by volunteers from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Dalhousie University and made possible by funding through the CISE Atlantic Catalyze and Facilitate program.

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