School Board’s 33rd annual Halton Skills Competition taking place later this month

By Staff

February 14^th, 2025

BURLINGTON, ON

The District School Board’s 33rd annual Halton Skills Competition, with the elementary competition taking place on Tuesday, Feb. 25 and Wednesday, Feb. 26 at the New Street Education Centre (3250 New St., Burlington).

The secondary competition will be held on Thursday, March 20 at Georgetown District High School (70 Guelph St., Georgetown).

More than 1,100 elementary and 250 secondary students will showcase their skills across various disciplines, demonstrating their creativity, technical proficiency and problem-solving skills.

Working together students can achieve remarkable results.

Elementary Competitions

The Elementary Halton Skills Competition encourages teamwork and hands-on learning for Grade 4 to 8 students. Competitors apply math, science and technology skills in engaging challenges including character animation, construction, LEGO robotics and TV/video production. These experiences help students connect classroom learning to future careers.

Secondary Competitions

The Secondary Halton Skills Competition demonstrates student expertise in areas such as 2D character animation, architectural design, auto service technology, baking, carpentry, graphic design, IT and welding. These competitions offer hands-on experience and exposure to career pathways in skilled trades and technology.

These competitions determine which teams qualify to advance to the Skills Ontario Competition, competing against students from across the province.

Background resources

Halton Skills Competition    Learning and Resources    Technological Education