JOIN 24-Hour Creator Challenge

Toronto Tech Week 2026 kicks off with the JOIN 24 Challenge — a high-energy, 24-hour creator competition powered by JOIN (Just One Incredible Network). On May 25, 2026, creators gather at the Canvas & Code Gallery (1pm to 5pm) to register and unlock five surprise content categories inspired by the City of Toronto. Once revealed, participants will have just 24 hours to conceptualize, produce, and post a 90-second vertical video pitch. Judging & Awards Winners determined by an expert jury of leaders in tech, media, and digital content creation, plus fan engagement (audience likes drive the top Fan Favorite prizes). The top three creators in each category receive sponsored prizes. One overall Grand Prize winner earns a production deal to develop their pitch into a full Vertical Video Series. Winners announced May 27, 2026, during the official Toronto Tech Week / JOIN — Afterglow Awards & Event Night.