AI Build Experience

Bring a real challenge and build a practical AI-powered solution.
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A hands-on program that helps participants use AI-powered tools to develop practical solutions

The AI Build Experience offers an accessible, hands-on environment for participants to experiment with AI, develop new skills and create functional solutions. Experiences may be delivered through hackathons, workshops, guided build sessions or other collaborative formats, with timing and activities adapted to the audience and setting.

Participants may explore solutions related to internal automation, marketing and communications, community impact or other emerging needs. With access to practical tools, guidance and opportunities to test and refine their ideas, participants build confidence using AI to turn real challenges into usable prototypes.

No Technical Experience

​You do not need to be a developer or have a finished idea. The point of the experience is to explore what you can build with AI and turn a real challenge into something tangible.

Custom AI App

You will have the opportunity to create your custom AI solution/assistant tailored to your business needs.

Hackathon-Like Feel

You will have the opportunity to ideate, implement and pitch your idea to a panel of judges.

Hands on AI Tool Experience

During your session you will be given free Lovable build credits to plan and develop your idea.

Networking Opportunities

Make connections with a community of fellow entrepreneurs that will grow outside of the program!
“I was able to meet so many amazing people that had good ideas on what to build using Lovable. Thank you so much CILAR for putting this event together!”
Program Participant
AI Build Experience, Toronto

Who can participate?

The experience is designed for people with different backgrounds and levels of technical experience. Specific eligibility may vary depending on the session, location or delivery partner.

What kinds of challenges can I work on?

Challenges may include streamlining intake or reporting, creating communications tools, developing grant finders or plain-language resources, supporting volunteer coordination, or responding to another real-world need.

How is the program delivered?

The AI Build Experience may be delivered as a hackathon, workshop, guided build session or another collaborative format. The length, structure and activities may be adapted to the audience and setting.

Can I participate as part of a team?

Depending on the session, participants may build independently or collaborate with others. Team structure and participation details will be shared during registration.

Will I leave with a finished application?

The goal is to help participants create a functional prototype or early-stage solution that can be tested, refined and developed further after the experience.

How can my organization get involved?

Organizations can explore opportunities to host an experience, contribute expertise, provide mentorship, support participant recruitment or bring forward a challenge for participants to address.

Interested?

Stay up-to-date with CILAR to find out when the next AI Build Experience is coming to a city near you!