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FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) – Alberta
Run by FIRST Canada
Who can apply: Students grades 7–12; join or start a school or community team
Cost and deadline
PROGRAM COST
Not listed
Check the provider's page for any fee.
DEADLINE No deadline, join any time
Checked against the provider's page in Aug 2026.
FORMAT
Competitions and challenges
DURATION
Season-long (fall–spring) with regional and provincial events
GRADES
Grades 7–12
LOCATION
Alberta (Calgary, Edmonton, and regional events)
Who can apply
Students grades 7–12; join or start a school or community team
About this program
Distinct from the larger FRC, FTC teams design, build, and program smaller-scale robots using Java and Android-based technology. Requires applied research into control systems and computer vision. More accessible entry point than FRC with lower build costs.