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Since 2008, Guelph has proudly been represented in the world of FIRST Robotics by one remarkable team: Beaverworx Team 2609. The powerhouse World Championship–winning team based at Our Lady of Lourdes C.H.S. But after 17 years of FIRST in Guelph, we know it’s time to grow.

What a day for robotics, sustainability, and community! Thank you to everyone who joined us and the Guelph Tool Library (GTL, https://guelphtoollibrary.org/ ) for their Computer Security Day this past Saturday. With about 150 visitors, GTL collected 75+ e-waste items, repaired 10 laptops, and set aside another 10 for reuse—amazing teamwork for a greener Guelph! We’re grateful for the support of the Guelph Solid Waste Department, Guelph Public Library, and Another World Virtu

On Nov 29, three new FIRST LEGO League teams from Guelph—73245 The Hollow Knights (King George, UGDSB), 74060 The Pixel Knights (King George, UGDSB), and 74221 St. Peter Robotics (St. Peter, WCDSB)—took on their first tournament at the University of Waterloo. Our students in grades 4–8 showed off their robot skills, teamwork, and creativity all day. The Pixel Knights even brought home the Motivate Award 🏆for team spirit and enthusiasm! And I (Henry) one of our cross-team men

https://www.guelphtoday.com/local-news/learn-how-to-protect-yourself-and-your-devices-during-computer-security-day-11461706 Saturday, Nov. 29 · 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. · Old Quebec Street Shoppes Royal City Community Robotics (RCCR) is excited to support the Guelph Tool Library at Computer Security Day , a free public event focused on online safety, digital literacy, and responsible electronics recycling. The event runs Saturday, Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  at the Old Quebec St

If you haven't heard, Guelph has a brand new FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team this year! Please welcome rookie FRC team 11227! Stay tuned as we'll reveal our team name in December. Our team has been hard at work since September learning about FRC, and practicing machining, 3D-printing, programming, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and much more! This off-season our students have been working in teams designing robots for the "Lord of Robots" game "Cubic Chaos". Check out som

Our FIRST Lego League Season has flown by! This year we launch 3-new FLL teams in Guelph: 73245 The Hollow Knights at King George Elementary School (UGDSB) 74060 The Pixel Knights at King George Elementary School (UGDSB) St. Peter Robotics at St. Peter Elementary School (WCDSB) Our teams of students in grades 4-8 have been hard at work designing robots, practicing missions, and working on their innovation projects - all while learning teamwork, discovery, inclusion, and havin

The second month of preseason has been nothing short of inspiring for Team 2609. From competition prep and strategic workshops to hands-on skill development and outreach planning, November pushed our team to grow in confidence, creativity, and capability.

Tonight is the region of Waterloo-Wellington's FALL SHOWCASE, where 10 of the local teams get together and promote the youth robotics. You'll meet a lot of parents and youth showing off what they do. And come find me!    Link here:  https://wwfirst.ca/2025-fall-showcase/     You might also like the upcoming FIRST Lego League and FIRST Tech events:   https://wwfirst.ca/2025-fll-qualifier/  - Saturday, November 29, 2025 11am - 5pm https://wwfirst.ca/2025-ftc-qualifier/  - Sunda

Girls & Boys - come hear how you can compete in competitive robotics! Start a team or join one! Register here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lts-guelph-presents-the-school-of-witchcraft-and-wizardry-2025-tickets-1618805704439 Parents, Industry advocates - see For Guelph Industry - you know the world is changing. Prepare your child for the world of autonomous robotics and what it means for the workforce. The time is now.

Over the past four weeks, Team 2609: Beaverworx has been hard at work welcoming new members, building new skills, and preparing for our first off-season event — the STEMley Cup.

We are excited to welcome a new FIRST Robotics Competition Team to Guelph: Team 11227! The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) and...

We are excited to welcome new members to our FIRST Robotics team FRC-2609 Beaverworx. Grade 9-12 students from Our Lady of Lourdes, St. James, St. John Bosco, and Bishop Macdonell Catholic High Schools are invited to participate in this award-winning program. No experience is needed – whether you are starting out fresh or building on existing skills, this is your chance to learn, grow, and compete in robotics!