Cooperathon powered by Desjardins

Join University of Waterloo’s flagship entrepreneurship center, Velocity, in partnership with Desjardins, for a virtual information session on Cooperathon 2026

Wednesday, February 25, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

This online session will introduce the free Canada-wide entrepreneurial program designed to:

• help participants develop innovative business or research ideas,
• access comprehensive training and mentorship,
• and learn how to win up to $100K in cash prizes.
• a chance to connect, network, and explore how you can compete and succeed

Hear from experienced founders Rastin Rassoli, co-founder of Doro, and Miswar Syed, co-founder of Swish Solar, as they share insights from their entrepreneurial journeys and offer practical advice for turning bold ideas into real-world impact.

Whether you are just discovering Cooperathon or ready to take your idea further, this session is for you!