Media kit – Cooperathon 2026
Thank you dear Program Leader, for spreading the word about the new edition of Cooperathon throughout your network and communities. Everything you need is right here!
Our slogan
Leading the change for People, the Planet, and Prosperity
Cooperathon
What is it? ↓
Powered by Desjardins, Cooperathon creates innovative, high-impact enterprises by providing a structured journey: tools, network, and support.
Who can participate? ↓
Anyone with an entrepreneurial idea or those seeking to join a team dedicated to start an impact-driven business or advance academic research.
Why participate? ↓
- Experience entrepreneurship through starting a business, growing an existing venture, or advancing academic research.
- Develop high-impact projects alongside like-minded changemakers, focused on social, environmental, or economic transformation.
- Build connections with a wide network of experienced mentors, subject-matter experts, and industry professionals.
- Engage with the broader startup ecosystem and community.
- Get the opportunity to compete for cash prizes and support from leading industry experts and organizations.
A single link to register for Cooperathon 2026
https://cooperathon.ca/register
We need you to call on future entrepreneurs!
As we prepare for the 2026 edition, we are looking to you to help us make this collaborative innovation journey a resounding success.
Your networks are invaluable and your support has a significant impact.
By encouraging participation in Cooperathon 2026, you are not just extending an invitation; you are fostering a community dedicated to driving meaningful change.
Together, let’s continue to build on the legacy you are helping to create that makes Cooperathon a hub of innovation.
We look forward to your continued support in making Cooperathon 2026 a remarkable success
Spread the word: Promoting Cooperathon and all its activities
Information and Networking Sessions, a decisive step!
From February to April 2026, several sessions will take place, online or in person, organized by the Cooperathon team or in co-organization with the Program Leaders, to create networking opportunities between project leaders and talents who wish to join a team. Thank you for sharing the information on these sessions.
2026 Activities Calendar and Overview of the Training Program
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| Activity | Location, Date and Time (EST) | Reservations |
|---|---|---|
Thursday, January 29 • Starting at 1:30 PM | ||
Sponsored by Cooperathon | Dimanche, February 1 • Starting at 2:30 PM | |
In collaboration with Global Impact Hub | Wednesday, February 11 • Noon | |
In collaboration with DMZ | Wednesday, February 18 • Noon | |
In collaboration with Velocity | Wednesday, February 25 • 6:00 PM | |
In collaboration with University of Toronto | Friday, February 27 • Noon | Save my spot to attend |
| Info Session In collaboration with Lakehead University | Online Wednesday, March 11 • Noon | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with QV Studio | In person in Sherbrooke, QC Wednesday, March 11 • 5:00 PM | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with Université Laval | In person in Quebec City, QC Thursday, March 12 • 5:00 PM | Save my spot |
| Hackaton: Agri-Food Innovation Callenge In collaboration with University of Waterloo | In person in Waterloo, ON Wednesday, March 18 • Noon | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with DMZ | In person in Toronto, ON Thursday, March 19 • Noon | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with Velocity | In person in Waterloo, ON Tuesday, March 24 • 6:00 PM | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with DigiHub | In person in Shawinigan, QC Tuesday, March 31 • 5:00 PM | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with LE CAMP | In person in Québec City, QC Wednesday, April 1 • 5:00 PM | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with INKUB | In person in Chicoutimi, QC Thursday, April 2 • 5:00 PM | Save my spot |
| Team Creation In collaboration with Université de Sherbrooke | In person in Sherbrooke, QC Tuesday, April 7 • 5:00 PM | Save my spot |
| Info Session | Online Wednesday, April 8 • Noon | Available soon |
| Info Session | Online Wednesday, April 22 • Noon | Available soon |
| Activities and dates are subject to change. |
Training program
| Week | Dates | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Available soon |
Suggested message templates for your communications about Cooperathon
Here are some suggested messages to share within your network to maximize participation! Use our templates and visuals as they are, or get inspired by them to create your own message.
Expand message templates tailored for the general public ↓
Message: invitation to information and networking sessions
Medium: your social media accounts
Template 1 – Short version
Info & Networking Session – Cooperathon 2026
Come discover the new journey on [INSERT DATE – e.g. February 28]!
Cooperathon is a Canada-wide free entrepreneurial program that helps develop an innovative idea to start a business or advance academic research, culminating in a competition offering cash prizes and personalized support to empower projects with the highest social, environmental, or economic impact potential come to life.
Whether you are discovering Cooperathon or have already attended one of our sessions, this meeting is for you!
In addition to exploring the 2026 training journey and challenges, take advantage of a networking time to exchange with innovative project leaders and creative minds ready to bring their talent to a team.
‣ Join the information session [INSERT METHOD OF PARTICIPATION: online or in person] on [INSERT DATE/TIME – for example, Friday, February 28, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (Eastern Time)]
‣ Reserve your spot at [Insert link from the table above]
‣ Free activity
#cooperathon26 #entrepreneurship #research #innovation #people #planet #prosperity #sdg #societalchallenges #socialimpact
Template 2 – Long version
Info & Networking Session – Cooperathon 2026
Come discover the new journey on [INSERT DATE – e.g. February 28]!
Cooperathon is a Canada-wide free entrepreneurial program that helps develop an innovative idea to start a business or advance academic research, culminating in a competition offering cash prizes and personalized support to empower projects with the highest social, environmental, or economic impact potential come to life.
Whether you are discovering Cooperathon or have already attended one of our sessions, this meeting is for you!
In addition to exploring the 2026 training journey and challenges, take advantage of a networking time to exchange with innovative project leaders and creative minds ready to bring their talent to a team.
‣ Join the information session [INSERT METHOD OF PARTICIPATION: online or in person] on [INSERT DATE/TIME – for example, Friday, February 28, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (Eastern Time)]
‣ Reserve your spot at [Insert link from the table above]
‣ Free activity
Overview of the 3 challenges for 2026:
‣ People – Let’s develop innovative solutions that improve well-being, inclusion, and equitable access to essential services for all.
‣ Planet – Let’s create sustainable initiatives that preserve our ecosystems and reduce our environmental footprint.
‣ Prosperity – Let’s build viable and inclusive economic models that generate shared value and drive responsible industrial innovation.
#cooperathon26 #entrepreneurship #research #innovation #people #planet #prosperity #sdg #societalchallenges #socialimpact
Message : registration for Cooperathon 2026
Medium: your social media accounts
Template 1
Do you have a high-impact entrepreneurial idea?
Launch your project with Cooperathon 2026, the pan-Canadian entrepreneurial program powered by Desjardins!
Join an engaged community and transform your idea into a concrete project thanks to an accelerated journey.
• Develop your solution with the support of experts and mentors.
• Have a chance to win cash prizes and support.
Go from inspiration to action for lasting impact!
Register: https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
#Cooperathon26 #OpenInnovation #Entrepreneurship #SocietalImpact #Startup #SDG
Template 2
Together, let’s accelerate change for a more responsible future!
Join Cooperathon 2026, the pan-Canadian entrepreneurial program powered by Desjardins, and tackle social, economic, or environmental challenges by developing a concrete solution throughout the accelerated training program.
• Build a team and participate in workshops led by experts.
• Benefit from the support of mentors from various sectors and leading organizations.
• Turn your idea into an innovative project with a positive impact!
Lead the change as an entrepreneur and get started now!
Register: https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
#Cooperathon26 #OpenInnovation #Entrepreneurship #SocietalImpact #Startup #SDG
Template 3
Showcase your leadership as an innovator!
Do you want to undertake and meet the challenges of our time and have a concrete impact on people, the planet and prosperity?
Participate in the 2026 edition of Cooperathon, the pan-Canadian entrepreneurial program powered by Desjardins.
• Develop your idea with the support of mentors and experts.
• Have a chance to win cash prizes and support.
• Immerse yourself in a unique innovation journey and take action!
Lead the change for a socially responsible future!
Register: https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
#Cooperathon26 #OpenInnovation #Entrepreneurship #SocietalImpact #Startup #SDG
Template 4
Entrepreneurship is your chance to bring that idea you’ve been dreaming about to life, the one that could change the world!
With cash prizes and mentorship opportunities, Cooperathon 2026, the pan-Canadian entrepreneurial program powered by Desjardins, could help you finally launch your high-impact business!
In this accelerated program, you’ll attend workshops led by experts from various fields and benefit from mentorship to speed up your project. Then, you’ll pitch your idea to a prestigious jury and have the chance to win cash prizes and services to propel you to the next stage of your entrepreneurial journey!
It’s your time to be an entrepreneur!
Register: https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
#Cooperathon26 #OpenInnovation #Entrepreneurship #SocietalImpact #Startup #SDG
Message : about Cooperathon and cal to register
Medium: your newsletters or internal communications
Long version
Coopérathon 2026: Lead the change for People, the Planet and Prosperity
Cooperathon offers you a unique opportunity to explore entrepreneurship as a lever for transformation for a more equitable and sustainable society, for the benefit of People, the Planet and Prosperity.
Start your own project with a high societal impact or join one! You will have access to a network of mentors and experts to refine your solution through an unparalleled training program:
- Workshops led by specialists and access to educational resources in entrepreneurship.
- Support from a network of experts from various sectors across Canada.
- Structured preparation to help you present your project to a jury composed of key players from leading organizations, incubators and accelerators in the country.
- Exploring scientific and technological innovations to enrich your projects.
The journey culminates in a competition offering cash prizes and personalized support to bring to life the projects with the greatest potential for social, environmental, or economic impact.
Become a participant in Cooperathon 2026 and join the entrepreneurial journey with the greatest potential for societal impact in Canada.
Register today at https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
Short version
Coopérathon 2026: Lead the change for People, the Planet and Prosperity
Cooperathon is a unique opportunity to explore entrepreneurship to build a more equitable and sustainable society. Start or join a high-impact social project and benefit from unparalleled support:
- Entrepreneurship workshops and resources.
- Support from a network of mentors and experts from across Canada.
- Structured preparation to help you present your project to a jury composed of key players from leading organizations, incubators and accelerators in the country.
The journey culminates in a pitch competition where you can win cash prizes and support.
Join the entrepreneurial journey with the greatest potential for social impact in Canada.
Register today at https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
Expand message templates tailored for students ↓
Message: invitation to information and networking sessions
Medium: your social media accounts
Template 1 – Short version
Info & Networking Session – Cooperathon 2026
Students: Start Building Your Big Idea Right Here! | [INSERT DATE – e.g. February 28]
Whether you’re grinding through undergrad, diving into grad school, mastering your Master’s, or deep in your PhD research, this one’s for you.
Cooperathon is a free, Canada-wide program that helps you turn your innovative ideas into reality. Got a business concept? A research project that could change the world? Cooperathon gives you the training, connections, and cash prizes to make it happen. We’re talking real support for projects that create social, environmental, or economic impact.
Why come to this session?
• Find out what the 2026 journey and challenges are all about
• Meet other student innovators and potential teammates
• Network with people who actually get what you’re trying to build
• Learn how this fits into your academic life (and maybe even helps with it!)
First-timer or returning participant? This meeting is your opportunity to begin developing your idea and connect with fellow student innovators.
The details:
‣ [INSERT METHOD OF PARTICIPATION: online or in person]
‣ [INSERT DATE/TIME – for example, Friday, February 28, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (Eastern Time)]
‣ Save your spot: [Insert link from the table above]
‣ Did we mention it’s free?
Bring your ideas, your questions, and your ambition. Let’s make something amazing happen.
#Cooperathon26 #studentlife #entrepreneurship #research #innovation #makeithappen #sdg #socialimpact
Template 2 – Long version
Info & Networking Session – Cooperathon 2026
Students: Start Building Your Big Idea Right Here! | [INSERT DATE – e.g. February 28]
Whether you’re grinding through undergrad, diving into grad school, mastering your Master’s, or deep in your PhD research, this one’s for you.
Cooperathon is a free, Canada-wide program that helps you turn your innovative ideas into reality. Got a business concept? A research project that could change the world? Cooperathon gives you the training, connections, and cash prizes to make it happen. We’re talking real support for projects that create social, environmental, or economic impact.
Why come to this session?
• Find out what the 2026 journey and challenges are all about
• Meet other student innovators and potential teammates
• Network with people who actually get what you’re trying to build
• Learn how this fits into your academic life (and maybe even helps with it!)
First-timer or returning participant? This meeting is your opportunity to begin developing your idea and connect with fellow student innovators.
The details:
‣ [INSERT METHOD OF PARTICIPATION: online or in person]
‣ [INSERT DATE/TIME – for example, Friday, February 28, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (Eastern Time)]
‣ Save your spot: [Insert link from the table above]
‣ Did we mention it’s free?
Overview of the 3 challenges for 2026:
‣ People – Let’s develop innovative solutions that improve well-being, inclusion, and equitable access to essential services for all.
‣ Planet – Let’s create sustainable initiatives that preserve our ecosystems and reduce our environmental footprint.
‣ Prosperity – Let’s build viable and inclusive economic models that generate shared value and drive responsible industrial innovation.
Bring your ideas, your questions, and your ambition. Let’s make something amazing happen
#Cooperathon26 #entrepreneurship #research #innovation #people #planet #prosperity #sdg #societalchallenges #socialimpact
Message : registration for Cooperathon 2026
Medium: your social media accounts
Template 1
University and graduate students: Apply your knowledge to the world’s most pressing challenges.
Join Cooperathon 2026, the Canada-wide free entrepreneurial program that equips students with the tools, mentorship, and resources needed to launch high-impact ventures.
Powered by Desjardins, this program bridges academic excellence and entrepreneurial action.
Program components:
• Comprehensive and hands-on training with subject matter experts, provided online for your flexibility
• Strategic mentorship and networking opportunities
• Opportunity to win up to 100K in cash prizes and post-competition support
• Already have a business idea? Connect with like-minded students to build your team
A journey for ambitious students committed to responsible innovation, ready to lead the change with a project or join a team aligned with their vision.
Registration: https://cooperathon.ca/register
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca
#Cooperathon26 #Entrepreneurship #SocialImpact #Innovation
Template 2
Got a world-changing idea brewing in your mind between lectures?
Cooperathon 2026 is the launchpad you need. It’s a Canada-wide free entrepreneurial program, powered by Desjardins that helps students like you turn ideas into actual projects with real impact.
Here’s the deal:
• Learn from experts who’ve been there, done that
• Get advice from mentors who actually care about your success
• Flexible program for you to do alongside school
• Compete for up to 100K worth in cash prizes and support to keep going
• Work on stuff that matters: social, environmental, economic challenges
Whether you’re undergrad, grad, or PhD, this is your chance to start something real to lead the change or join a team aligned with their vision.
Registration: https://cooperathon.ca/register
Check it out: https://cooperathon.ca/en
#Cooperathon26 #StudentLife #StartupJourney #MakeAnImpact
Template 3
ATTENTION CANADIAN STUDENTS! Your big idea deserves a bigger stage!
Cooperathon 2026 is HERE and it’s the ultimate launchpad for entrepreneurs who want to tackle REAL challenges and create REAL impact!
Powered by Desjardins, this free pan-Canadian program is designed for students like YOU who are ready to LEAD, INNOVATE, and INSPIRE
Get ready for:
• Comprehensive and hands-on online training with industry-leading experts! Tailored to busy students so that yes, you can do both
• Mentorship that’ll accelerate your journey
• A chance to pitch to prestigious juries and network with industry professionals
• The ability to win up to 100K in cash and post-competition support
Whether you’re in undergrad, grad school, or doing your PhD, this is YOUR opportunity to shine and lead the change with a project or join a team aligned with your vision.
Turn your vision into CONCRETE ACTION! Let’s GO!
REGISTRATION: https://cooperathon.ca/register
FULL INFO: https://cooperathon.ca/en
#Cooperathon26 #StudentLeadership #DreamBigStartNow #SocietalImpact
Template 4
STUDENTS, THIS IS IT! Your chance to turn classroom knowledge into WORLD-CHANGING action!
Cooperathon 2026 is opening its doors to Canadian students who are ready to TRANSFORM, INNOVATE, and TRANSFORM our future!
Powered by Desjardins, this isn’t just another program, it’s your JOURNEY to entrepreneurial success!
What makes this INCREDIBLE:
• Comprehensive and hands-on online training with industry-leading experts! Tailored to busy students so that yes, you can do both
• Mentorship that’ll accelerate your journey
• A chance to pitch to prestigious juries and network with industry professionals
• The ability to win up to 100K in cash and post-competition support
No matter where you are in your academic journey, undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral your ideas have the power to drive change or to strengthen a team that shares your vision.
You dream big. Start DOING! The Cooperathon awaits!
REGISTER TODAY: https://cooperathon.ca/register
EXPLORE NOW: https://cooperathon.ca
#Cooperathon26 #StudentEntrepreneurs #Innovation #FutureIsNow
Message : about Cooperathon and call to register
Medium: your newsletters or internal communications
Long version
Cooperathon 2026: Students Building Solutions for Today’s Challenges
Calling all undergraduate, graduate, Master’s, and PhD students: If you’re passionate about creating positive change for People, the Planet, and Prosperity, Cooperathon gives you the platform, resources, and support to make it happen.
Have a project idea brewing? Want to contribute your expertise to a team tackling big problems? Cooperathon transforms student innovation into actionable solutions through a structured entrepreneurial program like no other in Canada:
- Workshops led by specialists and access to educational resources in entrepreneurship.
- Support from a network of experts from various sectors across Canada.
- Structured preparation to help you present your project to a jury composed of key players from leading organizations, incubators and accelerators in the country.
- Connect with students nationwide who share your commitment to meaningful impact
- Explore scientific and technological innovations to enrich your projects.
The journey culminates in a pitch competition offering cash prizes and personalized support to bring student-led projects with the greatest social, environmental, or economic impact potential to life.
Even if you’re not ready to start, join fellow students across Canada who are turning their ideas into action. Whether you’re working on a thesis, exploring entrepreneurship, or passionate about solving real-world problems, Cooperathon 2026 is where your project begins.
Register today at https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
Short version
Cooperathon 2026: Students Building Solutions for Today’s Challenges
Have a project idea brewing? Want to contribute your expertise to a team tackling big problems? Cooperathon transforms student innovation into actionable solutions through a structured entrepreneurial program like no other in Canada:
- Entrepreneurship workshops and resources.
- Support from a network of mentors and experts from across Canada.
- Structured preparation to help you present your project to a jury composed of key players from leading organizations, incubators and accelerators in the country.
The journey culminates in a pitch competition where you can win cash prizes and support.
You don’t need to be “ready” or have all the answers. That is the beauty of Cooperathon. Join the entrepreneurial journey with the greatest potential for societal impact in Canada.
Register today at https://cooperathon.ca/inscription
Learn more: https://cooperathon.ca/en
Follow and share the news of Cooperathon via these platforms:
For more visibility, use these hashtags and tag us:
#Cooperathon26 #Startup #Entrepreneuship #OpenInnovation #LeadTheChange #SocietalImpact #ChangeMaker #SDG #People #Planet #Prosperity
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Thank you for your commitment and for being part of this entrepreneurial adventure!
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