For Learners
With exciting events, online resources, and a like-minded community, Hackergal inspires girls* and gender-diverse learners to become the future of STEAM.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders in STEAM
Join Hackergal and explore the exciting world of STEAM! Our fun programs, challenges, and supportive community will help girls* and gender-diverse learners build skills, confidence, and friendships while shaping their future in STEAM. Let’s create, innovate, and break barriers—together!
National Hackathon Program: Code, Create, Inspire!
Are you in grades 6-9 and curious about coding? The Hackergal National Hackathon is the perfect place to explore technology in a fun and supportive space! No experience? No problem! You’ll learn new skills, tackle exciting challenges, and see how technology can help you change the world. Connect with other learners, discover cool opportunities in tech, and start your journey with confidence. Let’s code, create, and have fun together!
Hackergal Hub: Your Free Online Learning Portal
Hackergal Hub is our free online platform where girls* and gender-diverse learners can access coding and digital skills curricula, inspiring role models, and explore the exciting world of STEAM. Learn, grow, and build confidence in a fun and supportive space!
National Ambassador Program: Lead and Inspire!
Are you a high school student passionate about STEAM? The Hackergal Ambassador Program is a year-long opportunity to develop real-world skills, connect with mentors, and inspire your community. Gain leadership experience, grow your confidence, and build a network that will support you in post-secondary education and beyond. Become an Ambassador and be part of a movement that’s shaping the future of tech!
Scholarship Program
The Hackergal Scholarship supports passionate young leaders who are committed to making Canada’s tech industry more diverse and inclusive. Recipients receive financial support to pursue studies in STEAM and gain opportunities to further their leadership journey in tech. This scholarship is your chance to take the next step, break barriers, and shine as a future leader in the industry
Who We Serve
Hackergal’s programs are designed for anyone who identifies as a girl* or a gender-diverse learner, welcoming students from grades 6 to 12 across Canada. We are committed to creating inclusive opportunities, with a strong focus on supporting BIPOC communities and other underrepresented groups in tech. Whether you’re curious about technology, have never coded before, or are already passionate about STEAM, our programs provide a supportive space to explore, learn, and grow. No experience is needed—just a willingness to try something new! Our goal is to empower all learners to see themselves in tech and discover exciting opportunities.
What We Offer
Hackergal offers coding and digital skill programs, workshops, and resources that empower girls* and gender-diverse learners in grades 6-12 to explore technology with confidence. We support students’ understanding of how to use popular platforms and tools including generative AI responsibly, and think critically about how these tools will be used in the future. We focus on creating inclusive opportunities, especially for BIPOC and underrepresented groups, to close the gender gap in STEAM. Our programs inspire curiosity, build critical skills, and provide a supportive community where students can see themselves in tech. By fostering diversity, we’re shaping a future of innovation and equity!
Our Programs
Discover the world of coding with Hackergal! Explore AI, game design, and digital skills through fun, hands-on programs that spark creativity and confidence through our programming!
Join a Hackergal Club
Join a Hackergal Club at your school to learn coding with other girls* and gender-diverse learners! Ask a teacher or parent to sign up today by filling out the form linked below!
Be part of the National Hackathon
Join girls* and gender-diverse learners across Canada for a week of coding, creative storytelling, and tons of fun!
Become an Ambassador
Hackergal’s National Ambassador Program empowers girls* and gender-diverse learners in grades 9–12 with tech skills, mentorship, and career opportunities!
Amplifying the Real Voices in STEAM
Hackergal is making a lasting impact by empowering girls* and gender-diverse learners to see themselves in tech and pursue their passions. Our programs have helped thousands of students build confidence, develop critical digital skills, and unlock opportunities in STEAM. From first-time coders to future tech leaders, our participants are breaking barriers and shaping a more inclusive industry
Aruthy S.
Inspired by her teacher to join the Hackergal Hackathon in 2016, Aruthy went on to become an Ambassador , earned the 2022/2023 Hackergal Scholarship, and is currently studying to become an Ophthalmic Biomedical Engineer at McMaster University!
Niyah M.
When Niyah discovered her passion for coding, she started her own coding club to inspire young learners. As a 2023/2024 Hackergal Scholarship recipient, she is now pursuing engineering at McMaster University!
Samia H.
Samia’s journey began at age 11 with a coding workshop, sparking a passion that led her to start her own coding club. As a founding member of the Ambassador Program, she co-hosted the National Hackathon in English and French and helped shape the program. Samia is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce at uOttawa!
Community at the heart of Hackergal!
At Hackergal, you’re never alone on your journey in tech. Our programs connect you with a welcoming community of peers, mentors, and role models who are here to support, inspire, and cheer you on. Whether you’re coding for the first time or exploring new challenges, you’ll be part of a national movement where girls* and gender-diverse learners come together to learn, grow, and lead. With mentorship, collaboration, and encouragement, you’ll feel empowered to reach your full potential in STEAM!
Program Impact
Explore our programs and see the impact of our programs by checking out our latest impact reports!
Hackergal Day 2024
Hackergal Day 2023
12th National Hackathon
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