Parades
MakeShift has been spotted in parades like the Waterdown Santa Claus parade, and the Dundas Cactus Festival parade.
Robots Rule
MakeShift has been joining other FRC Teams across Ontario in interactive robot demonstrations at the Ontario Science Center.
Hamilton Mini Maker Fair
MakeShift has been attending the Hamilton Mini Maker Fair held at the Hamilton Steam Museum.
Terry Fox Run
Our robot and team has raised sponsors and join in on the walk and run in September. we move to different locations in the area.
Ancaster Fair
In the fall MakeShift’s robot demonstrates at the Ancaster Fair. We also insure that we are there during sponsored school days.
Sidewalk Science
MakeShift has left chalk for kids to ask questions and returned the next day to answer.
Summer Camps
MakeShift provides sessions for different age groups for summer camps when requested. Developed the curriculum for Camp Waterdown, sessions at the YMCA day camp and University of Guelph STEM camp.
COVID Support
In summer of 2020 we made and delivered face shields for St. Joseph’s Hospital and Nursing homes, masks, and Hand Therapy borders for St. Joseph’s Hospital Hand Therapy department.
FTC Anybot
The Anybot is a great training ground for new members of any team. All parts can be found in the Studica kits of parts. This robot is easy to assemble so it is a good starting point for rookie teams. We also posted the CAD for inspiration.
STEMley Cup Championship
We also host the STEMley cup Championship with team 5406 every year. It is an off session FRC event in Hamilton, Ontario.
The STEMley Cup Website: https://stemleycup.ca/