Data Analytics Case Competition

Sponsored and presented by Keyera and Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Final Presentation: Saturday, March 1

Location: HSNC 122

From Data to Impact

Join HTC, Keyera, and Amazon Web Services to solve real-world energy challenges

Are you ready to apply your data analysis skills to solve real-world business problem? Do you have a groundbreaking idea to help companies make better, data-driven decisions? The Haskayne Technology Club (HTC), in partnership with Keyera and Amazon Web Services (AWS), invites you to participate in a one-week Data Analytics Case Competition from February 21 to March 1, 2025.

Your mission: develop innovative insights using publicly available data to support Keyera’s Business Development Team in optimizing operations, identifying growth opportunities, and driving sustainability.

About the Competition

In Canada’s energy sector, data holds the key to innovation and efficiency. This competition focuses on the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin (WCSB), where teams will build a business intelligence dashboard to help Keyera make critical decisions about their assets and strategic direction. By joining this challenge, you’ll have the chance to showcase your creativity, technical expertise, and strategic thinking in a context that truly matters.

Why Participate?

Make a Real Impact

Your recommendations will directly influence Keyera’s operational efficiency, growth strategies, and sustainability efforts.

Hands-On AWS Experience

Learn how to effectively use AWS products and gain exclusive access to AWS platforms for data processing and visualization.

Expand Your Network

Connect with fellow students, as well as professionals from the Oil & Gas and Technology sectors.

Industry Insights

Gain firsthand knowledge of the Oil & Gas industry and explore opportunities for innovation within this vital sector.

And Especially...

Paid Internships

The winning team will have interview opportunities for internship positions at Keyera to implement their proposed solution. The start date, work term, and work arrangement (i.e., part-time, full-time) are negotiable.

Exclusive Dinner

The winning team is also invited to an exclusive dinner with Keyera and AWS to learn directly from the professionals.

Gift Cards

Each member of the top 3 finalists will also receive gift cards valued at:

- $100/member for 1st place

- $50/member for 2nd place

- $25/member for 3rd place

Competition Schedule

Friday, February 21:

10 am: Case Release
3 - 4 pm: Virtual Case Walk-Through & Q&A
4 - 5:30 pm: Virtual AWS Immersion Session

Thursday, February 27:

10 am: AWS Log-In Credentials Release

Saturday, March 1:

8 am - 5:30 pm: Build Day
6 - 8 pm: Presentations
8 - 9 pm: Wrap-Up and Celebration

Friday, March 7:

10 am: Winners Announcement

Who Can Participate?

We welcome all University of Calgary students—undergraduate or master’s—from any field of study (business, computer science, engineering, data science, etc.). Your diverse perspectives will enrich the competition and enhance teamwork.

Team Size: 2–4 members
Team Composition: At least one member with a business background and one with a technical background (e.g., computer science, data science, engineering, etc.).
Academic Standing: All participants must be in good academic standing.