Calling all Changemakers
The Cooperathon in 60 seconds
Recap 2018
Recap 2017 (french only)
Changemakers to inspire you
at the Kick-off
Changemakers
to inspire you
at the Kick-off…
CHRIS HADFIELD
First Canadian astronaut to walk in space
JESSICA JACKLEY
Cofounder of Kiva
SIMON DUBOIS
First Quebecer to complete crewed sailing race around the world
HEATHER PAYNE
CEO @ HackerYou & Founder of Ladies Learning Code
NICHOLAS THOMPSON
Editor in chief - Wired
THE COOPERATHON 2019 EDITION – CANADA
OCTOBER 2 TO NOVEMBER 20
AN IMMERSIVE JOURNEY
MADE UP OF 5 SPRINTS
Inspired by the well-known Google Design Sprint, participants join to a 25-days marathon, which includes workshops and teamwork on Saturdays, as well as specialized sessions and follow-ups on weeknights: dozens of hours of optional but strongly recommended training!
THE COOPERATHON 2019 EDITION – CANADA
OCTOBER 2 TO NOVEMBER 20
AN IMMERSIVE JOURNEY MADE UP OF 5 SPRINTS
Inspired by the well-known Google Design Sprint, participants join to a 25-days marathon, which includes workshops and teamwork on Saturdays, as well as specialized sessions and follow-ups on weeknights: dozens of hours of optional but strongly recommended training!
KICK-OFF EVENT: SOCIAL MIXOLOGY. THE PURPOSE IS TO FINALIZE YOUR TEAM BY RECRUITING NEW MEMBERS FROM THE COMMUNITY
STEP DEDICATED TO DEVELOPING A GOOD UNDERSTANDING OF THE PROBLEM AND STARTING THE IDEATION PROCESS IN ORDER TO FIND THE SOLUTION THAT CREATES THE HIGHEST IMPACT
STEP WHERE BUSINESS MODELS AND SOLUTIONS ARE DESIGNED. THESE SHOULD BE SUSTAINABLE AND IMPART THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE SOCIAL IMPACT
STEP WHERE THE PROTOTYPES ARE BUILT AND VALIDATED TO DEMONSTRATE THEIR VIABILITY
THE ULTIMATE STEP! THIS IS WHERE THE PITCHES ARE PRACTICED AND YOUR PROJECT SUBMITTED FOR THE SEMI-FINALS
SIX MAJOR TRACKS
to reach the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
SIX MAJOR TRACKS
to reach the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
WORKING TOWARDS INCLUSIVE, ACCESSIBLE AND RESPONSIBLE FINANCE
WORKING TOWARDS ACCESSIBLE AND PREVENTIVE HEALTHCARE FOR SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
WORKING TOWARDS UNIVERSAL, FULFILLING AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
WORKING TOWARDS CLEAN ENERGY PRODUCTION AND SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION AND BUILDING DESIGN
WORKING TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE ECOSYSTEMS, PROTECT AND RESTORE BIODIVERSITY
WORKING TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND RESPONSIBLE USE OF OUR RESOURCES
WORKING TOWARDS INCLUSIVE, ACCESSIBLE AND RESPONSIBLE FINANCE
WORKING TOWARDS ACCESSIBLE AND PREVENTIVE HEALTHCARE FOR SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
WORKING TOWARDS UNIVERSAL, FULFILLING AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
WORKING TOWARDS CLEAN ENERGY PRODUCTION AND SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION AND BUILDING DESIGN
WORKING TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE ECOSYSTEMS, PROTECT AND RESTORE BIODIVERSITY
WORKING TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND RESPONSIBLE USE OF OUR RESOURCES
AN EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE
AN EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE
The Cooperathon is the only experience of its kind in the world and those who speak highest of it are those who have lived it. We are hoping to count you as one of 2019 Alumni.
In the meantime, we invite you to discover the 2018 Edition Video Recap and the Alumni Booklet.
The Cooperathon is the only experience of its kind in the world and those who speak highest of it are those who have lived it. We are hoping to count you as one of 2019 Alumni.
In the meantime, we invite you to discover the 2018 Edition Video Recap and the Alumni Booklet.
SO FAR, THE COOPERATHON IS…
10 M +
PEOPLE
reached through
social media
2,800 +
PARTICIPANTS
citizens and experts
from all sectors
100 +
PARTNER
ORGANIZATIONS
300 +
MENTORS &
VOLUNTEERS
260 +
INSPIRING
STORIES
10 M +
PEOPLE
reached through
social media
2,800 +
PARTICIPANTS
citizens and experts
from all sectors
100 +
PARTNER
ORGANIZATIONS
300 +
MENTORS &
VOLUNTEERS
260 +
INSPIRING
STORIES
Some Startups forged during past editions of the Cooperathon
Imagined & produced by
With the support of
ALREADY PARTNERS FOR THE COOPERATHON 2019 – CANADA EDITION
We connect passion, talent, communities and academics. Together we develop a socially responsible future.
“Cooperathon” is a Trademark of the Fédération des caisses Desjardins du Québec.
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