Rideau Hall Foundation challenging local youth to “turn ideas into impact”

The Ingenious Challenge is tasking Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta youth, with turning their “ideas into real-world opportunities.”

Over a quarter of a million dollars in prizes will be given away to successful students submitting a project in one of five categories; community and civic engagement, climate change and the environment, equity and inclusion, health and well-being, and technology and entrepreneurship

In the past, winners of the Ingenious Challenge have created a shoe collection initiative for students in need, a biodegradable wood-chip alternative to road salt, and a peer mentorship group for underrepresented students pursuing medicine.

President of the Rideau Hall Foundation said this challenge is meant “to give young people the chance to take their projects to the next level with funding and mentorship. (This) is an opportunity to scale their ideas and amplify the positive change.”