econext ideathon

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econext is excited to announce its next Ideathon — an opportunity to spark innovative solutions and accelerate sustainable progress across Newfoundland and Labrador. This time, the ideathon will be hosted at Memorial University’s Grenfell Campus in Corner Brook! The weekend-long event, open to all MUN and CNA students, will be taking place in-person March 20-22, 2026.

Challenge: How can Newfoundland and Labrador transform its freight and distribution networks to be more resilient and sustainable by 2035?

Click here for the prompt presentation

What is an ideathon?

econext Ideathon’s brings students together to tackle real-world challenges and opportunities within Newfoundland and Labrador’s growing green economy. Participants collaborate in multidisciplinary teams, gain hands-on experience, and develop innovative solutions with guidance from industry mentors.

The specific challenge, relating to clean growth, will be released at the beginning of the weekend where we will provide you with all the necessary information needed to participate. You do not need a background in science or environmental studies to participate.

Teams will consist of 3-5 students.

Learn more about our previous ideathons here: March 2025 | September 2025

Who can participate?

This is a multi-disciplinary event and we welcome any student from Memorial University or CNA to participate. If you are interested in clean growth, we encourage you to join us! Please note that this event takes place at Grenfell campus, and transportation and accommodations will NOT be provided.

When and where?

The ideathon will take place at the Atrium at Memorial University’s Grenfell Campus over a 48-hour period from March 20-22, 2026. A detailed schedule will be provided soon.

We encourage students to stay on campus while working to take part in workshops and activities and to benefit from mentors.

Why should you participate?

Cash prizes awarded to the top three teams
Complimentary meals, snacks, and event swag
Networking opportunities with industry professionals
Interactive workshop sessions
Insights into the clean growth industry
Team-building and collaborative group activities
A multidisciplinary event experience
And most importantly, to have fun!

How to register?

Registration is individual, but you will be required to work on teams of 3-5 students. Submission of teams will take place on the evening of Friday March 20. If you have already established a team, you will be required to submit your teams then. If you haven’t already established a team, there will be opportunity throughout the evening to network to form teams. We will assist in matching individuals to teams as needed.

Interested in competing? Register here!

What is the schedule?

Our ideathon is a weekend-long event, beginning on Friday, March 20 at 5pm and ending on Sunday, March 22 at 5pm. Please review the tentative schedule: