CARDBOARD BOAT RACES
OFF TO THE RACES!
Do you think your students have what it takes to build a boat that floats—out of cardboard? Skills Canada NWT is thrilled to bring the excitement of our Cardboard Boat Races to schools across the Northwest Territories! This action-packed event is designed to be hands-on, team-based, and loads of fun. It’s not just about building; it’s about problem-solving, teamwork, and maybe a little friendly competition.
How to get involved
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Express Interest
Reach out to us to set up a Cardboard Boat Race day at your school. We’ll work with you to coordinate dates, discuss location logistics, and tailor the event to your students’ needs.
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register your students
Gather student teams of two and register them for the race day. We’ll help you get organized and provide tips to get everyone excited.
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Prep for Race Day!
We bring all the materials you’ll need to make a splash—cardboard, duct tape, and some friendly Skills Canada NWT staff members to keep the energy high and the race running smoothly.
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Get Ready to Race!
On race day, students will have a set amount of time to build their boats, followed by the highly-anticipated races where teams see how long their boat floats and how far it can go.