FIRST Robotics Canada

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Thank you to the leaders who joined us at McMaster University: Dr. Sarah Dickson-Anderson @mcmastereng Jeff Beattie @cityofhamilton Will Scott, McMaster Engineering Society President (FIRST alumni) Joe Lombard @hatch.global Ala Abusalhieh @enbridgegas #morethanrobot

Join us tonight for a special episode of FIRST Canada LIVE! hosted by Preveen Sripalan, Salini N and Kevin Z as they recap the Ontario Provincial Event. Tune in ay 7pm ET at twitch.tv/firstcanada.

Join us on April 14th for another episode of FIRST Canada LIVE! Hosts Emily Forster, Ryan Z and Quianhao H will be recapping Niagara and Windsor District events, joined by a guest speaker Kaitlyn Azar. Tune in live at twitch.tv/firstcanada at 7pm ET.

Tune in tonight at 7pm ET for another exciting episode of FIRST Canada LIVE! Join Alex, Leanne and Vihaan in recapping Waterloo and Georgian College district events. Watch live at twitch.tv/firstcanada

We are back tonight with another event recap episode of FIRST Canada LIVE! Tune in at 7pm ET with Emily Forster, Eason Y and Sarah C for an exciting episode of all things robotics. Watch live at twitch.tv/firstcanada.

Tune in live tomorrow, March 17th for another episode of FIRST Canada LIVE! Hosts Rishi Jotsinghani, Naomi M and Kaitlyn Z will discuss game strategy and event recaps. Watch live at 7 pm on twitch.tv/firstcanada.

The robots are built. The teams are ready. The 2026 FIRST Robotics Competition season is about to begin in Ontario! Come see the action, cheer on the teams, and experience the excitement of FIRST Robotics Competition 🤖 Learn more: firstroboticscanada.org/events/categor… #FIRSTCanada #FRC2026 #Robotics #STEM #FIRSTInspires

FIRST Canada LIVE! is back on Tuesday, February 24th 2025. This episode will feature FLL Team 27757 ConnecTech, FTC Team 19500 RoBEARtics, and alumni updates with Jaeleen Koscielski! Watch live 7pm ET at twitch.tv/firstcanada.

We’re thankful to Rockwell Automation for being part of FIRST Robotics Canada. Building systems, solving complex problems, and thinking ahead are core to robotics, and we appreciate having partners who value that kind of learning.

Thank you to 3M for being part of FIRST Robotics Canada. Curiosity, experimentation, and teamwork sit at the heart of robotics, and having you alongside our students helps keep that momentum going.

Tomorrow at 7pm ET join hosts Karthik Kanagasabapathy and Jessica A live for an exciting episode of FIRST Canada LIVE! With special guests Jenna Kay Foertsch and Brandon Sidoti, mentors of Team 118, we discuss all things FRC Everybot! Watch live at twitch.tv/firstcanada.

Thank you to Honda Canada Foundation for supporting FIRST Robotics Canada. Your support helps connect students with real-world learning experiences that build skills and confidence for the future.

The new FRC game is almost here! Tune in to FIRST Canada LIVE! on January 13, 2025 at 7pm ET for a New Game Panel Discussion with Jenna Kay Foertsch, Rishi Jotsinghani, Cole Cyr, and Emily Forster. Strategy talk, first impressions, and hot takes you won’t want to miss! Watch live at twitch.tv/firstcanada.

Thank you to Lakeside for supporting FIRST Robotics Canada. We appreciate your role in helping students access opportunities to learn, grow, and collaborate through robotics.

Thank you to Lockheed Martin for supporting FIRST Robotics Canada. Your partnership helps us create opportunities for students to learn through hands-on robotics, collaboration, and real-world problem solving. We appreciate your continued support of youth learning.

We need YOU! 🙌 Volunteer with FIRST Robotics Canada at FLL, FTC, or FRC events and help inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators! Register now: firstroboticscanada.org/volunteer/

FIRST students aren’t just building robots. They’re building confidence, friendships, skills, and bright futures that will shape Canada’s tomorrow. This Giving Tuesday, your support helps make that possible. Donate at firstroboticscanada.org/donate #GivingTuesday #FIRSTCanada #STEMEducation

FIRST Canada LIVE! is back! Co-hosts Karthik Kanagasabapathy and Shivani S are joined by special guests Mike Corsetto, Tyler Holtzman and Adam Heard for an exciting panel discussion on Underrated FRC Tip and Tricks. Catch all the insights, hacks, and pro strategies during Episode 4, airing December 9th at 7pm ET. Watch live at twitch.tv/firstcanada.

The 2025 Girls and Allies Youth Summit brought together FRC and FTC students for a full day of inspiration, hands-on learning, and meaningful connections at @CentennialEDU. The day began with interactive activities and a motivating keynote from FIRST alum Angela Tollis, followed by a collaborative team challenge and fast-paced speed networking with industry professionals. Students also enjoyed free professional headshots, a practical branding session, and friendship bracelet making led by the Youth Council before diving into creative tech and skilled trades workshops, including VR and other hands-on learning. Thank you to our partners, speakers, volunteers, and every student who joined us. This event continues to build belonging and empower the next generation of leaders. We can’t wait to see everyone again in 2026! Check out the rest of the photos at: flickr.com/people/firstca… #FIRSTCanada #YouthSummit2025 #FIRSTRobotics #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM #STEMEducation #SkilledTrades #FutureLeaders #YouthEmpowerment