NICC Hackathon (Innovating for Barakah) 2026

Join Niagara’s first-ever Halal Income & Zakat Calculator Hackathon!

The hackathon is a fun team challenge where you’ll spend the afternoon designing and building a real project. You’ll create a tool that helps Muslims track their income, understand whether it is halal, haram, mixed, or uncertain, and calculate an estimated zakat amount based on one of the four Sunni madhhabs.

No coding experience? No problem! This hackathon is open to everyone ages 12+. Whether you’re a beginner, programmer, designer, creative thinker, or just curious about technology, you’ll have the opportunity to learn something new, work with others, and build something meaningful. AI tools are also allowed, so come ready to learn, ask questions, and turn your ideas into a working project with your team.

WHY JOIN?
– Learn new tech and problem-solving skills
– Meet other Muslim youth interested in technology
– Work on a real-world Islamic finance project
– Gain hands-on experience in teamwork and innovation
– Compete for cash prizes

CASH PRIZES
🥇 1st Place: $1,050
🥈 2nd Place: $600
🥉 3rd Place: $300

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Parkway Lofts Building B, 3451 Schmon Pkwy, Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
Ages: 12+
Teams: 3 participants per team

No experience required. Just bring your curiosity, creativity, and willingness to learn. You might surprise yourself with what you can build in just six hours!
Spots are limited, so register early and be part of Niagara’s first Muslim hackathon!