Tag: STEM

Ontario VEX IQ Second Qualifier—TechBlazers Takes Home 4 of 6 Awards!

On November 9th, 2025, TechBlazers teams 10837T and 10837R excelled at the VEX IQ qualifier at Bayview Glen, winning 4 of 6 awards: Tournament Champion, Teamwork Champion, Robot Skills Champion, and Design Award. Teams independently resolved mechanical issues without coach guidance. Despite "double stack errors" during matches, the team adapted quickly and won by 3 points. This victory demonstrated their...

Double Champions Crowned, Triumphant Return! — 16610G and 16610X Win Dual Championships at VEX US Regional

On November 8, 2025, TechBlazers teams 16610G and 16610X won double championships at the VEX Robotics Competition at Kettering University in Flint, Michigan—16610G claimed Tournament Champion and 16610X won Skills Champion. The competition, part of the 2025-26 "Push Back" series, featured blended middle and high school teams. A highlight was the teams' successful "double park" maneuver, where two robots simultaneously...

Recognition from York Region | A Congratulatory Letter and Certificate: Official Acknowledgment of TechBlazers

This blog announces TechBlazers' official recognition from York Regional Council through a congratulatory letter and Achievement Certificate honoring students' creativity, perseverance, and teamwork, along with mentor dedication and parental support. Key highlights: - Official acknowledgment from York Region Chairman and CEO Eric Jolliffe - Recognition for youth STEM education contribution - Student achievements during 2024-2025 - Four parent-focused program benefits - Campus locations: Richmond Hill,...

NASA Space Apps Challenge|Dare to Change the Future of Earth and Space in 48 Hours!

The NASA Space Apps Challenge is a premier 48-hour global hackathon organized by NASA. Participants will use open data and tools provided by NASA to solve real-world challenges facing Earth and space. TechBlazers, one of the few organizations in Canada capable of coaching for this competition, will lead students to participate in this world-class innovation event on October 4-5,...

MIT PhD-Led Youth Writing Workshop – Free Event!

MIT PhD-Led Youth Writing Workshop – Free Event!

Does your child struggle with writing? Join our FREE Youth Writing Workshop led by MIT PhD Dr. Bain Chin at TechBlazers! Learn essential writing skills for school, tests, and applications. Feb 8, 2-4 PM, Richmond Hill Campus. Limited seats!

Techblazers High School Robotics Team Triumphs at Niagara Battlefields VEX Competition!

Over the weekend, our two high school robotics teams, Stakehouse and Adequate, took the Niagara Battlefields VEX V5 Robotics Competition by storm, finishing with an unbeatable 4-0 record! With this stellar performance, they claimed the top two spots in the tournament, demonstrating outstanding skill, teamwork, and strategic insight. About the Competition: VEX V5 High Stakes