2026 Waterloo FRC Qualifier

The Waterloo FRC qualifier is a competition for FIRST Robotics Competition teams in Ontario, grades 9-12, to compete in an annual robotics challenge on a 27’x54′ playing field. Members of the public are welcome to attend the event!

Students compete on the playing field with their robot, and work in their ‘pits’ to repair robots, and speak with panels of judges about their season. Winning teams move on to the FIRST Ontario Provincial Championships for a chance to qualify for the FIRST World Championships.

event Information

Thursday, March 26, 2026: 5 – 9 PM

Friday, March 27, 2026: 8 AM – 8 PM

Saturday, March 28, 2026: 8 AM – 7:30 PM

University of Waterloo

University of Waterloo, PAC – Physical Activities Complex

200 University Ave W, Waterloo

Free Parking: X Lot

Paid parking is available closer to the PAC

Getting Here