You can make a difference
DIYN is building a network of student-led chapters across Canadian high schools — empowering young people to explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Bring innovation to your school
High School Chapters introduce students to innovation, entrepreneurship, STEM careers, and leadership. As a chapter leader, you'll organise events, inspire your peers, and help shape the next generation of Canadian innovators.
Inspire
Run workshops and events that spark curiosity in STEM, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Connect
Build relationships with university students, professionals, and chapter leaders across Canada.
Grow
Develop real leadership skills, a track record, and a community that lasts beyond graduation.
Requirements
Here's what you'll need to get your chapter off the ground.
Enrolled Student
Be enrolled in a Canadian high school
Teacher Advisor
Have support from a teacher or faculty advisor
Executive Team
Recruit 6–10 students to lead alongside you
Monthly Activity
Commit to hosting at least one event per month
What DIYN provides
You bring the passion — we bring the infrastructure. Every chapter gets a full support package to hit the ground running from day one.
Apply to start a high school chapter- 01Chapter starter guide
- 02Event and workshop templates
- 03Promotional materials
- 04Leadership training
- 05Ongoing support from the DIYN team
Example activities
Run events your peers will actually show up for.
How it works
From idea to launch in three steps.
Apply
Fill out our short chapter application. Tell us about your school, your team, and what you hope to build.
Connect
Our team reviews your application and schedules an onboarding call to get you set up with resources.
Launch
With your starter kit in hand, host your first event and officially bring DIYN to your school.
Ready to make an impact?
Start a DIYN chapter at your school and become part of a growing network of student leaders across Canada.