Ready to make a real impact in the future of cities and communities? Join the Future Cities Institute and Velocity for the first ever Future Cities Innovation Challenge.
Who: All University of Waterloo students
What: A two-week challenge to flex your creativity and problem-solving skills
When: March 10-21, 2025
Why: Your ideas could contribute to the creation of more resilient cities and communities.
Note: You don't need to have a team to register; you can register as an individual.
Accelerating housing development
Municipalities face mounting pressure to address the urgent need for expedited housing solutions amid growing affordability challenges and increasing demand. Traditional approval processes often fail to meet the speed and efficiency required to deliver housing within shortened development timelines. How can municipalities transform their approval systems to streamline processes, accelerate timelines, and enable the rapid creation of diverse, affordable housing while maintaining community engagement and high-quality urban design?
Harnessing AI for smarter urban transformation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers transformative capabilities for municipal operations, enabling more efficient, data-driven decision-making across critical domains such as infrastructure, mobility, and housing. The challenge lies in identifying scalable, equitable, and practical pathways for cities to effectively integrate AI technologies. How can municipalities leverage AI to enhance decision-making, optimize processes, and deliver improved, resident-centered outcomes?
Building sustainable infrastructure
Cities need innovative infrastructure solutions that integrate nature-based approaches to address environmental challenges and create more sustainable urban environments. How can municipalities incorporate nature-based solutions into city planning and development?
Advancing sustainable mobility
Economic and environmental concerns demand more sustainable and affordable mobility options for cities. How can we create innovative transportation solutions that are both sustainable and economical, addressing the diverse needs of urban populations?
Kick-off Event:
🗓️ Monday, March 10
⏰ 4:00 - 6:00 p.m
📍 SCH Cafeteria
Other mandatory events over the two-week challenge include:
Project Showcase
Future Cities Innovation Challenge Finals
Questions? Email us
Don’t miss out – Register now