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Our mission is to provide a space for those with a passion for aerospace to work on an amazing project: a high-power rocket. We are developing liquid, hybrid, and solid propellant-based vehicles, as well as avionics for communication and control.

Membership Benefits
Members will have the opportunity to learn about the aerospace industry in a hands-on environment, developing experience with aerodynamics, structural design, composite materials and manufacturing, and electronics design. Additionally, members will receive assistance in developing their own vehicles for CAR rocketry certifications.

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The purpose of the organization is to educate students in HVAC and building sciences and provide them with opportunities to connect with experts within the industry through ASHRAE. The overall mission of ASHRAE is to serve humanity by advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and their allied fields. The main vision is a healthy and sustainable built environment for all.

Membership Benefits
Student branch members gets priority in learning about events and competitions to participate in.

Students can register for annual ASHRAE memberships at a discounted price compared to professional members. It allows student members to access educational resources and participating in events at a discounted price.

Also, students, especially undergraduates, can apply for ASHRAE scholarships and can improve their chances of earning one based a mix of their academic achievements, career history, and involvement with ASHRAE.

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The York University Baja Club is dedicated to providing students with practical engineering experience through the design, fabrication, testing, and competition of a single-seat off-road Baja vehicle. We strive to foster innovation, collaboration, and professional development while promoting engineering excellence and representing York University at regional and international Baja SAE competitions.

Membership Benefits
- Hands-on experience designing, manufacturing, testing, and racing an off-road vehicle.
- Opportunities to develop technical skills in CAD, machining, vehicle dynamics, and project management.
- Networking with industry professionals, alumni, sponsors, and employers.
- Participation in intercollegiate Baja SAE competitions and engineering events.
- Leadership, teamwork, and communication experience through multidisciplinary collaboration.
- A welcoming community where members can learn regardless of their prior experience.

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Blueprint @ York University empowers students at York University to use their technical and creative skills to build software that drives social impact. We collaborate with nonprofit organizations and community groups to design and develop digital tools that solve real-world problems—while helping students grow professionally, connect with peers, and make a lasting difference.

Membership Benefits
As a member of BlueprintYU, you'll gain hands-on experience by working on real software projects for nonprofits, grow your skills through mentorship and collaboration, build your resume with meaningful impact work, expand your network within the tech and design community, and receive support in preparing for your future career.

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The Civil Engineers of Lassonde is a Student Chapter that is under various Civil Engineering Organizations such as the Canadian Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE), and hopefully the American Concrete Institute (ACI), where our mission is to represent all of the Civil Engineers of Lassonde, by helping students expand their network with different organizations, companies, universities, and develop experience through competitions and projects.

Membership Benefits
The Civil Engineers of Lassonde strives to have both and educational and social takeaway from all of its events and endeavours, to which students can benefit from join this club. We grant students access to joining competitions, educational events, fun social events, and overall representation. Our events are not strictly limited to engineering students, but are open to all curious York University Students.

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- Build a vibrant student community for neurotechnology, HCI, and digital media at York.
- Enable students to transform ideas into tangible, interdisciplinary projects.
- Promote experimentation, skill development, and real-world application of cognitive and digital concepts.
- Foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving through collaborative experiences.

Membership Benefits
- Access to mentorship from faculty, alumni, and industry experts in neurotechnology, HCI, and digital media.
- Hands-on project opportunities to develop and showcase interdisciplinary skills.
- Collaboration with students across faculties on innovative, brain-tech-art projects.
- Workshops, speaker events, and labs to deepen practical knowledge.
- Networking opportunities for research, internships, and portfolio-building.

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We represent computing students and their needs, more specifically students in the following programs: Computer Science, Computer Security, Digital Media, Computer Engineering and Software Engineering.

With the constantly changing industry there are times when it may seem that our program doesn't adapt quickly enough. We aim to bridge the gap between what we learn in our classes and the technologies that many employers deem relevant.

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Membership offers access to tech workshops, social events, and industry panels, providing both skill development and networking opportunities.

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The purpose of this club is for undergraduate engineering students to annually design and build a concrete canoe in order to compete in the Canadian National Concrete Canoe Competition (CNCCC). Participation in the club and in CNCCC allows students to use their classroom knowledge and apply it in a practical way. The club provides a space for engineering students of all disciplines to work together, sharing their skills and collaborating in a fun environment.

Membership Benefits
Members will have access to various channels which provides regular updates with the projects progress. Additionally, members will be given the opportunity to work on the project, and first access to events such as casting day. Members assisting with the project will be provided tools and resources needed to succeed. Finally, active members may be given the opportunity to attend the competition in May.

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ElleHacks empowers women and gender-diverse individuals in tech by creating an inclusive space for collaboration, learning, and innovation. It aims to bridge the gender gap in STEM through skill development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

Membership Benefits
Becoming a member of the ElleHacks Club at York University offers several benefits, particularly if you are interested in hackathons, technology, and networking within the STEM community. As one of Canada's largest hackathons for women and gender-diverse students, ElleHacks members would be contributing to a great initiative!
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, industry professionals, and potential employers through events, workshops, and the annual hackathon.
Skill Development: Access to workshops and events that help you build technical and soft skills, including coding, design thinking, project management, and leadership.
Supporting Underrepresented Communities: Support and enrich women in the field of science, technology, engineer and math and be a part of an opportunity that provides their voices to be heard and their work to be displayed.

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GDG on Campus @ York University is an official chapter of Google's Developer Groups on Campus program. Our mission is to cultivate a builder mindset among York University students, serve as a direct bridge between students and the technology industry, and build the connective tissue of York's technical community through interdisciplinary collaboration across engineering, business, arts, and sciences.

Membership Benefits
Members of GDG on Campus @ York University gain access to technical workshops, hackathons, and learning experiences aligned with industry-relevant skills. Through GDG York's affiliation with Google and partnerships with technology and financial organizations, members access tools, networks, speakers, and opportunities not otherwise available on campus. Members also have the opportunity to contribute to and learn from real public-facing technical projects, leaving with tangible portfolio work.

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Our mission is to design, build, and race an innovative concrete toboggan for the annual Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Race (GNCTR) while fostering teamwork, engineering skills, and creativity among members. We are committed to promoting safe engineering practices, pushing the boundaries of toboggan design, and engaging in fundraising and sponsorship efforts to support our participation. Through these activities, we aim to cultivate a spirit of camaraderie, enthusiasm, and collaboration within our team.

Membership Benefits
Hands-On Technical Experience: Members develop practical skills in design, prototyping, testing, and fabrication, particularly in areas such as structural design, materials engineering, and safety analysis.

Teamwork & Leadership Development: Working in sub-teams (design, fabrication, sponsorship, logistics, etc.) fosters collaboration, leadership, and project management skills.

Professional Networking: Members connect with industry professionals, sponsors, and students from universities across Canada at the GNCTR competition.

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-Educate students on the significance of IBM Z mainframe computing in large-scale data processing, security, and enterprise solutions.
-Equip members with technical skills through workshops, coding sessions, and practical projects.
-Encourage innovation and creative problem-solving using IBM Z technology.
-Build an inclusive and collaborative environment for learning and professional growth.

Membership Benefits
-Access to workshops and training on IBM Z technologies and mainframe languages like COBOL, Assembler, and REXX.
-Hands-on experience with real-world projects and participation in IBM Z-related hackathons and competitions.
-Networking opportunities with industry experts and professionals for mentorship and career guidance.
-Career development support, including insights into job opportunities in enterprise computing and mainframe technology.
-A supportive, collaborative community for knowledge sharing and peer connection.

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- Advance and share the theory and practice of electrical/computer engineering and related sciences for York students.

- Support members’ professional growth and readiness for industry through experiential learning and networking.

- Build an inclusive professional-and-social community connected to IEEE, within York University.

- Promote awareness of IEEE opportunities and the broader engineering ecosystem.

Membership Benefits
- Access to events: All members may attend IEEE YorkU events unless there’s a legitimate reason otherwise.

- Voting rights: Active IEEE YorkU voting members can vote at General Meetings and in club elections.

- Borrowing privileges: Members can borrow from the IEEE YorkU library and use IEEE-owned equipment (subject to borrowing policies).

- Member discounts: IEEE members may receive discounted or free entry to specific activities; non-IEEE participants may pay standard fees.

- Transparent, supportive environment: The branch commits to a positive environment where members enjoy privileges and resolve conflicts peacefully.

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We at Lassonde Motorsports aim to compete in Formula SAE series of competitions. It’s an international university engineering design competition with the goal of designing and manufacturing a motorsports vehicle, and then competing with it in a series of dynamic and static events. The club’s mission is to provide students with practical engineering experience by collaboratively designing and building a competitive Formula SAE racecar. In other words, we aim to give members a hands-on, project-based education that goes beyond textbooks, while fostering teamwork and innovation.

Membership Benefits
Becoming a member means joining a vibrant engineering community and taking on real project responsibilities. Members commit to attending meetings, contributing their skills (whether in design, fabrication, electronics, or management), and upholding team values. In return, members gain mentorship, teamwork skills, and the pride of seeing their work on a racecar. New members join by filling out our recruitment form and connecting with the team, as outlined on our website, which underscores how membership is both a privilege and a responsibility.

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Engineer the future of clean propulsion using engineering skills.

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- Part of a team that advances sustainable marine propulsion.
- Exposure to new technologies and opportunities.
- Platform for experimentation.

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The National Society of Black Engineers at York University (NSBEYU) is an inclusive student-led
community fostering peer-to-peer learning and solution-driven collaboration. Through workshops,
students gain technical skills, while solution development activities provide hands-on experience
addressing real-world challenges from local businesses. Members showcase their innovations at
campus and city-level events, inspiring others to engage in skill development.

Monthly and quarterly meetups promote networking and collaboration among presidents, faculty, and stakeholders. Success stories are shared locally, regionally, and globally to motivate broader participation.

Members benefit from opportunities such as leadership-focused summits, conferences, and mentorship, with support for travel and learning resources. NSBEYU also connects with chapters across Canada and North America to build a strong, collaborative community

Membership Benefits
1. Technical Skill Development:
- Participation in workshops that provide technical skills.
- Opportunities to solve real-world problems sourced from local businesses and communities,
enhancing problem-solving and communication skills.

2. Visibility and Recognition:
- Presentation of solutions at campus and city-level showcases, gaining visibility and inspiring peers.
- Opportunities to share success stories locally, regionally, and globally.

3. Networking and Collaboration:
- Monthly and quarterly meetups with fellow NSBE Presidents, faculty, and stakeholders for
knowledge sharing and support.
- Connections with NSBE chapters across Canada and North America for collaboration.

4. Learning and Development Opportunities:
- Access to conferences, workshops, and leadership development programs with potential travel
grants and mentoring.

5. Leadership Skills:
- Involvement in community and organizational management through events and summits focused
on leadership development.

6. Community Growth:
- Opportunities to inspire and engage in the growth of a diverse and inclusive community.
- Direct contributions to local business solutions, fostering stronger community ties.

7. Inclusive Membership:
- Open to all York University students, staff, faculty, and community members, with no financial
obligations for participation.

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To provide the YorkU community with a positive and growth oriented space to explore the young paradigm of Quantum Computing.

Membership Benefits
Workshops and tutorials, team building and financial support for hackathon registrations, lower cost of access to real life QPUs. Potential provider is going to be one of:
IBM, XANADU, AMAZON BRACKET, MICROSOFT(via Azure Quantum, providing access to Quantinuum, IonQ, Rigetti, Pasqal).
Events with guest speakers and/or networking opportunities.
Based on the state of the club, more benefits may be implemented.

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To establish York University and the Lassonde School of Engineering as a vital, growing network of power, sustainability, and renewable energy-focused engineers.

Membership Benefits
Members benefit by being exposed to an environment where they can apply knowledge learned in their courses through a practical project alongside a team of motivated individuals.

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Design. Build. Explore.

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STARY is committed to providing members with opportunities for both technical and personal development. Students who join the club will gain hands-on experience working on real space technology projects while learning from other members in a collaborative team environment. Members will have the opportunity to develop skills in areas such as mechanical design, electronics, software, controls, testing, and space systems, regardless of their previous experience. The club also aims to create opportunities for networking, technical workshops, competitions, research exposure, and interaction with professionals in the aerospace industry. Through team meetings, project work, outreach events, and social activities, STARY provides a space for students to explore their interests, build meaningful engineering experience, take on leadership roles, and form lasting connections with others who share an interest in space and technology.

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SpaceZ Aerospace main goal is to design, develop and test unmanned aerial vehicles such as RC airplanes, FPV, mapping drones.

Membership Benefits
This club will provide members with hands-on experience specifically in aerospace systems, robotics, avionics and autonomous flight technologies. This club is the space where students get professional skills, such as communication, teamwork, and innovation.