NEOcan’t for NAIT
Design Challenge 2026
You’re the dreamers, the space-shapers, the ones who can turn a void into a vibe. But let’s be honest… sometimes you just want to make something fun without worrying about building codes, fire ratings, or whether your chair design will survive a toddler with a juice box.
This is your moment.
Unleash your inner creative. Grab that glue gun (responsibly), wield your craft knife (with flair), and let your imagination run wild. We’re inviting you to a design challenge that celebrates your right brain, your rebellious spirit, and your ability to make magic out of foam core. No liability forms. No critiques. Just pure, unfiltered design joy.
Eligibility
The NAIT NEOcan’t Design Challenge 2026 is open to all first and second year students.
Entries can be submitted by teams of up to 20 people, aged 18 years and up.
Registration deadline is February 2nd, 2026 at 2:00pm!
Submittal Requirements
Check out the full submittal requirements and design criteria on the linked PDF!
Register here!
Please fill out the linked form by February 2nd, 2026 at 2:00pm outlining team name, team members, main contact and indicate the base required.
So, what’s in it for the winner? Drumroll, please!
Bragging rights as the NAIT NEOcan’t 2026 Design Winner!
Multiple opportunities for visibility and interaction at the Connections and NEOcan’t parties.
Dinner out to an Edmonton Restaurant of your choosing with your team and our committee.
Virtual mentorship session (1 hour per person) with committee members.
