Candidate Application

Congratulations! You've received a Golden Ticket. Complete this form to secure your spot at the Innovation Summit 1.0

School Information

School Name *

Country *

City *

Participation Type

I am interested in: *

Participating as a TEAM MEMBER ONLY Participating as a TEAM ATTACHÉ

Personal Information

First Name *

Middle Name

Last Name *

Preferred Name / Nickname

Date of Birth *

Age *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Interests & Abilities

Interest Areas (Check all that apply) *

Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning UX / UI Design Entrepreneurship / Startups Environmental Innovation Game Design / Digital Arts Social Impact Projects Public Speaking & Leadership

Other Interest (if any)

Tell us about your skills *

What are some skills or tools you've learned (e.g. coding, Canva, Figma, video editing, robotics, etc.)? If you don't have any yet, what are you excited to learn?

Things You've Done In the Past *

Share one or two cool things you've worked on: Projects, clubs, competitions, hobbies, volunteering — anything you're proud of! What was it, when did you do it, and what did you learn?

Creative Submissions

Please choose TWO (2) of the following options to complete

Option A: The Problem Solver Story

Tell us about a time you tried to solve a problem in your community, school, or home. What was the problem, what ideas did you try, and what did you learn? (Max: 300 words)

Option B: Dream Innovation Pitch

Imagine you had unlimited resources to solve one problem in the world using technology or creativity. What is the problem, who does it affect, and what would your idea be? (Max: 300 words)

Option C: Creative Submission

Show us who you are! Submit one of the following:

A short video (1–2 mins) - YouTube link
An original piece of art or design - Upload file
A photo of a prototype or project - Upload file
A poster, drawing, or infographic - Upload PDF/Image
A voice note or short podcast - Upload audio file

YouTube Link (if video)

Upload File (Image, PDF, or Audio)

Click to upload or drag and drop

PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, M4A (MAX. 10MB)

Optional Caption (max 100 words)

Option D: A Time I Failed (And What I Learned)

Describe a time something didn't go as planned — a project, a test, a challenge. How did you handle it? What did you learn about yourself? (Max: 250 words)

Option E: Peer Power

Tell us about a time you worked with others — at school, in a club, in a team. What was your role? How did you contribute? What made it a good (or bad) experience? (Max: 250 words)

Innovation Summit Goals

Why this Innovation Summit? *

What are 2–3 things you're excited to learn or do at the Innovation Summit?

Your Future Vision *

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? How do your interests connect to making the world better?

Availability

Are you available to fully participate in the Innovation Summit 1.0 Vancouver 2026 (pre-sessions + in-person days)? *

Yes, I am fully available

No (please explain)

Travel Authorization for Canada *

Please select the option that applies to you:

I hold a valid US visa I have an eTA to enter Canada My country doesn't require a visa to enter Canada I don't know

Recommendation & Consent

Recommendation Statement (Mandatory) *

A short note (email, letter, or video recording) from a teacher, coach, or mentor who knows you well.

Recommender's Name *

Recommender's Role/Title *

Recommender's Email *

YouTube Link (if video recommendation)

Upload Recommendation Letter/Email (PDF) *

Click to upload recommendation

PDF format (MAX. 5MB)

Parent/Guardian Consent *

I, the parent/guardian of the applicant, consent to their participation in this application and potential attendance at the Innovation Summit. I understand that all information submitted will be used only for application review and submission coordination.

Parent/Guardian Full Name *

Parent/Guardian Email *

Parent/Guardian Signature *

Date *

Student Agreement *

Student Signature *

Date *

I confirm that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I am excited to participate in the Innovation Summit 1.0! *

Your information is secure and will only be used for application review

Candidate Application

School Information

Participation Type

Personal Information

Interests & Abilities

Creative Submissions

Option A: The Problem Solver Story

Option B: Dream Innovation Pitch

Option C: Creative Submission

Option D: A Time I Failed (And What I Learned)

Option E: Peer Power

Innovation Summit Goals

Availability

Recommendation & Consent

Recommendation Statement (Mandatory) *

Parent/Guardian Consent *

Student Agreement *

What Happens Next?

Application Review Process

Under Review

1. Application Received

2. Committee Review

3. Selection Announcement

4. Welcome to the Summit!

Questions About Your Application?