2026 Chinese Digital Innovation Challenge: Digital Membership System

Calling all builders, designers, students and problem-solvers in Halifax!

The Chinese Society of Nova Scotia (CSNS) is looking for a digital system to manage members, track payments and check people in at events.

Through the 2026 Chinese Digital Innovation Challenge: Digital Membership System, co-organized with 4Links, we’re inviting the community to design it with us, and the winning system will be put to real use at CSNS.

Challenge highlights

• $888 CAD in prizes: 1st $588 · 2nd $200 · Special Award $100
• Open to everyone, regardless of background or experience; CSNS membership not required
• Enter solo or with up to two teammates
• No coding needed to start: submit a proposal first, then build it if you’re shortlisted
• AI tools are welcome
• Proposals due: November 29, 11:59 pm (Atlantic Time)

📢Join our first info session to learn everything you need to get started !!!

Location: Volta, Unit 801, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8

Time: Nov 10, 5:00-7:00 PM

At this session, you’ll learn:

• The challenge rules and process
• How CSNS manages members today, straight from our team
• Tips on writing and submitting your proposal
• Answers to your questions, plus a chance to meet potential teammates

Agenda

• 5:00 pm: Arrival and networking
• 5:15 pm: Welcome and introduction to CSNS
• 5:30 pm: Challenge overview: rules, core features and scoring
• 6:00 pm: How membership works at CSNS today
• 6:20 pm: Q&A
• 6:40 pm: Team matching and networking
• 7:00 pm: Wrap-up

Register Link：https://docs.qq.com/form/page/DTUtZbUVGV2JHb1Bx

Hosted by the Chinese Society of Nova Scotia (CSNS)

Co-organized by 4Links

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]