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SUMMARY:2026 Hydrospatial Mapping Challenge
DESCRIPTION:A student competition initiated by the COMREN Community of Practise and the Canadian Hydrographic Association.\nUnleash your cartographic skills in the exciting 2026 Hydrospatial Mapping Challenge! Form a team of 2 to 4 students and reinvent the way marine data is integrated and visualized. \nWe are thrilled to invite you to participate in our upcoming Hydrospatial Mapping Challenge\, a unique opportunity to showcase your marine geomatics skills and contribute to the hydrospatial world! \nThis competition is designed to test your ability to create accurate\, detailed hydrospatial maps under time pressure. It is a fantastic chance to apply your theoretical knowledge in a practical\, exciting\, and competitive environment. \nWhether you’re studying geography\, marine biology\, environmental science\, or simply have a passion for cartography\, this challenge is a great platform to enhance your skills\, engage with like-minded individuals\, and make a tangible contribution to the marine community. \nParticipants will be given a set of constraints and a set time to complete their work. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative maps\, including a grand prize of $4000. \nBut it’s not just about the competition; this event is also a chance to network with professionals in the field\, learn more about hydrography\, and potentially open doors to future career opportunities. \nDon’t miss out on this unique opportunity to dive into the world of marine cartography\, challenge yourself\, and make waves in the mapping community.\nTo register\, please complete the registration form below. \nWe look forward to seeing you there and cannot wait to see the incredible maps you will create! \nSchedule:\nThe challenge will start on Feb 10\, 2026\, and end on March 20\, 2026. The 3 winning teams will be announced on April 3\, 2026. \nPrizes:\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n🥇1st prize\n\n\n🥈2nd prize\n\n\n🥉3rd prize\n\n\n\n\nAward\n\n\n4000 CAD $\n\n\n2000 CAD $\n\n\n1000 CAD $\n\n\n\n\nPresentation of the proposal at CHC-2026\n\n\nX\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nFree access to CHC-2026\n\n\nX\n\n\nX\n\n\nX\n\n\n\n\nAccompaniment by an editorial board for the publication of an article in the IHR journal\n\n\nX\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nGuidelines and Rules:\nVisit this page for more information.
URL:https://oceanmapping.ca/event/2026-hydrospatial-mapping-challenge/
LOCATION:CHC2026\, 900 de la Gauchetière West\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H5A 1E4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Speed Mapping Challenge 2024
DESCRIPTION:A student competition initiated by the Canadian Hydrographic Service\, the COMREN network\, and the Canadian Hydrographic Association.\nRegistration Deadline Extended to May 3rd! \nUnleash your cartographic skills in the exciting Marine Navigational Maps Speed Mapping Challenge! Form a team of 2 to 4 students and reinvent the way navigational charts are produced. \nWe are thrilled to invite you to participate in our upcoming Speed Mapping Challenge\, a unique opportunity to showcase your cartographic prowess and contribute to the world of marine navigation! \nThis competition is designed to test your ability to create accurate\, detailed navigational maps under time pressure. It is a fantastic chance to apply your theoretical knowledge in a practical\, exciting\, and competitive environment. \nWhether you’re studying geography\, marine biology\, environmental science\, or simply have a passion for cartography\, this challenge is a great platform to enhance your skills\, engage with like-minded individuals\, and make a tangible contribution to the marine navigation community. \nParticipants will be given a specific marine area to map and a set time to complete their work. Prizes will be awarded for the most accurate and creative maps\, including a grand prize of $5000. \nBut it’s not just about the competition\, this event is also a chance to network with professionals in the field\, learn more about marine navigation\, and potentially open doors to future career opportunities. \nDon’t miss out on this unique opportunity to dive into the world of marine cartography\, challenge yourself\, and make waves in the mapping community.\nTo register\, please see the registration form below after April 22\, 2024. \nWe look forward to seeing you there and cannot wait to see the incredible maps you will create! \nSchedule:\nThe challenge will take place over 2 weeks. It will start on April 29\, 2024\, and end on May 13\, 2024. The 3 winning teams will be announced on May 20\, 2024. \nPrizes:\n\n\n\n\n1st prize\n2nd prize\n3rd prize\n\n\nAward\n5000 CAD $\n2000 CAD $\n1000 CAD $\n\n\nPresentation of the proposal at CHC-2024\nX\nX\nX\n\n\nFree access to CHC-2024\nX\nX\nX\n\n\nAccompaniment by an editorial board for the publication of an article in the IHR journal\nX\n\n\n\n\n\nGuidelines and Rules:\nVisit this page for more information.
URL:https://oceanmapping.ca/event/speed-mapping-challenge/
LOCATION:CHC2024\, 120 New Gower Street\, St. John's\, Newfoundland\, A1C6K4\, Canada
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