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Empowering youth to engineer solutions to real-world problems, one chapter at a time.
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The Problem
Millions of students want to build. Most never get the chance.
High school students lack access to engineering mentorship and resources.
Innovation programs are expensive, exclusive, and disconnected from real communities.
We're changing that, one chapter at a time.
Who We Are
World changing solutions built by students.
Project Astraeus is a youth-led organization based in the Waterloo Region, focused on creating pathways into engineering and entrepreneurship for students who haven't had the opportunity to explore their potential. Through hands-on project development, we give students the skills and mentorship to solve real problems in their communities.
Waterloo Region, ON
Our Vision
Building a network of youth visionaries.
We're creating a nationwide ecosystem where student-led chapters identify local problems, receive funding and mentorship, and build real engineering solutions, culminating in an annual showcase conference connecting students with industry leaders.
Community Chapters
Student-led hubs tackling local issues with mentorship and a $750 CAD microgrant towards their project with no equity taken.
Workshops & Events
Hands-on engineering seminars, hackathons, and keynote events connecting students with industry professionals and innovators.
Annual Conference
A flagship showcase where chapters present their projects and connect with leading voices in engineering, entrepreneurship, and beyond.
How It Works
The chapter journey.
Form a Chapter
Get Equipped
Build & Learn
Showcase & Impact
Aegis
Toronto, ON
A group of 3 high schoolers building a medical alert bracelet that enables communication in emergencies by informing bystanders of the wearer's medical history and required course of action.
Beambot
Montréal, QC
A group of 5 high schoolers building an autonomous robotics project focused on beam-following navigation, tackling real-world automation challenges in their community.
Skills You'll Gain
Real skills. Real experience.
From problem to product.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Concept to prototype.
Engineering Design
Web apps to embedded firmware.
Computer Programming
Real teams. Real impact.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Outreach & Events
Beyond the chapter. Into the world.
Conferences
FlagshipAnnual events bridging chapter projects with companies and investors. Each standalone event costs upwards of $10,000 CAD.
Hackathons
CompetitiveCompetitive build weekends where students rapidly prototype solutions to challenge prompts under time pressure.
Industry Seminars
IndustryCompany-led talks and Q&A sessions with professionals from top tech, engineering, and entrepreneurship firms.
Workshops
ML & Computer Vision
Hands-on machine learning and CV workshops for intermediate students.
Get Involved
Ready to make an impact?
Whether you're a student ready to build or a company looking to invest in the next generation. There's a place for you here.