It's time to vote!
Dozens of student groups from across Quebec applied. Five finalist teams will have the opportunity to present their projects to engineering and financial professionals during the ″Les Anges du genie″ show, which will be webcast in January 2025.
$35,000 in prizes
$5,000 per team
Guaranteed prize for the 5 finalist teams taking part in the webcast
$5,000
FÉRIQUE Favorite
$1,000
People’s Choice
(projects will be subject to public vote)
$1,000
Prize for prefinalist teams
Vote for the People’s Choice
- Fill out the voting form of your favorite project!
- You have until November 20, 2024 to vote.
- The People’s Choice will be revealed in January 2025 during the ″Les Anges du génie″ show.
Alérion Supermileage, a team of 40 university students, designs energy-efficient vehicles to promote environmentally friendly technologies. This season, the team stands out with a hydrogen fuel cell prototype for competitions and an improved “Urban Concept” vehicle. The team participates in a number of events, including the Shell Eco-Marathon Americas, where it came third with 317 km/kWh, and the Défi 24h, where its prototype covered 308 km.
Bottom trawling, using a heavy net dragged along the seabed, damages habitats and releases stored carbon. Aquarius is aiming for sustainable fishing by developing a hydroplane system that automatically adjusts the depth of the nets, reducing contact with the seabed. This device protects ecosystems, reduces bycatch and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. In addition to the environmental benefits, it allows the trawler to consume less fuel, offering viable commercial potential.
McGill Engineers in Action combats rural isolation in developing countries, which is a source of poverty. By building safe bridges, we improve access to basic services and economic opportunities while reducing the risk of dangerous crossings. Since 2018, our McGill chapter, the first in Quebec, has completed six projects, including five in Eswatini and one in Bolivia.
Born out of a technology entrepreneurship course, our project uses student resources to tackle a major technical challenge. Our goal is to create a sustainable solution, introducing an innovative device that facilitates the transition between hospital and home. We are developing a device that is expected to be certified by Health Canada and the FDA. Combining technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to improve care while reducing the burden on the healthcare system.
Specializing in the automation of building maintenance, WINDO is the first window cleaning drone in Canada. Thanks to our cutting-edge algorithms, this solution allows for complete automation of operations, providing a high-rise window cleaning service by drone. Our mission: to transform building maintenance by adopting a carbon-neutral approach, combining efficiency and respect for the environment.
Les Anges du génie
Hélène Bénéteau
Hélène Bénéteau
IT Portfolio Director and Division Head at STM
Experience
Hélène Bénéteau de Laprairie graduated in computer engineering in France and holds a master’s degree in electrical engineering from Polytechnique (Université de Montréal). With over 20 years of experience in engineering, she is IT Portfolio Director and Division Head at the STM. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of FÉRIQUE Fund Management.
What type of judge will you be and how will this influence your judgment during the project presentation evening?
“The coherence and the chances of the project resulting in a product rather than an experiment were important criteria. A judge sensitive to creativity and the primary motivation to do the project and pragmatic on the potential for results.”