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Hands-on STEAM learning through VEX Robotics competitions

CanSTEAM Foundation provides equitable access to quality STEAM education through VEX Robotics competition programs. We support students across Ontario with equipment, mentorship, and organized competition pathways from local qualifiers to provincial championships.

VEX IQ Competition

Grades 3-8 (Ages 8-14)

VEX IQ introduces younger students to robotics and STEAM through a snap-together building system. Teams design, build, and program robots to compete in alliance-based challenges that emphasize teamwork and creative problem-solving.

  • No prior experience needed
  • Snap-together build system
  • Alliance-based teamwork format
  • Engineering notebook development

VEX V5RC

Grades 7-12 (Ages 12-18)

VEX V5RC challenges older students with metal construction, advanced programming, and sophisticated game strategies. Teams develop technical skills alongside project management and documentation practices.

  • Metal construction system
  • Advanced sensor programming
  • Autonomous and driver-control periods
  • Design award and skills challenges

STEAM Grants & Equipment

We believe cost should never be a barrier to STEAM education. CanSTEAM provides grants and free VEX robotics kits to underserved schools and community organizations across Ontario.

  • Free VEX IQ starter kits for qualifying schools
  • Competition registration fee subsidies
  • Travel support for provincial championships
  • Mentorship matching with experienced teams

See Our Competitions

Visit VEX Ontario for full competition schedules, results, and registration.

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